St. Bonaventure University

DePerro School of Health Professions Faculty


Richards, Stephanie

Stephanie Richards, Occupational Therapy

ACADEMIC DEPARTMENT
Occupational Therapy
ACADEMIC SCHOOL
DePerro School of Health Professions

TITLES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy
CONTACT
Office phone: (716) 375-2537
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OFFICE
Francis Hall 208
COURSES TAUGHT
  • OT-530. Applied Kinesiology for Occupational Engagement
  • OT-550. Health Conditions
  • OT-560. Evidence Based Practice
  • OT-630. Applied Research Methods
  • OT-690. Occupational Therapy Process: Older Adults
ACADEMIC DEGREES
  • Post-Professional Doctor of Physical Therapy, Utica College, 2021
  • Master of Science in Physical Therapy, Ithaca College, 2003
  • Bachelor of Science in Clinical Science, Ithaca College, 2002
OTHER EDUCATION
APTA certified clinical instructor, 2006
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

Stephanie has practiced as a physical therapist in the Olean, New York, area since 2003. She has experience providing client centered care to adults and older adults in a variety of settings including acute care, home health, outpatient care, and skilled nursing facilities.

The focus of her career has been providing interventions to the frail community dwelling older adult population at Total Senior Care, a local PACE (Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly) program. She has experience working with a wide range of chronic health conditions as well as recommending assistive and adaptive equipment and devices.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS
TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
CURRENT RESEARCH INTERESTS/PROJECTS
  • Evidence based fall prevention programs for the geriatric population
  • Physical activity promotion in rural communities
  • Trends and advances in total joint replacements
PERSONAL INTERESTS/COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
  • Interfaith Caregivers, Inc.
  • Hinsdale Central School PTO, Treasurer
 
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