Pediatric Occupational Therapy

Our Doctors/Providers

Jaime Bass, OTR/L, CHT

Occupational Therapist; Certified Hand Therapist

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Laini Beans, OTD, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Kate Billman, MOT, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Matthew Blackburn, MOT, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Kate Bowers, OTR/L, MS, CPAM

Occupational Therapist

Mikayla Bush, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Katie Clark MOT, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Lucia Congeni, MOT, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Samantha DiPaolo, OTD, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Cheryl Mae Granada, OTD, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Nancy Hanek, MOT, OTR/L

Regional Rehab Supervisor; Occupational Therapist

Megan Hardman, MS, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Lauren Hoffman, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Brittany Holmes, OTR/L, MBA

Occupational Therapist

Cynthia Huey, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Laura King, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Mallory Machamer, MOT, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Colleen Manion, OTR/L, NTMTC

Occupational Therapist

Amy Martin, COTA/L

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Megan Maxwell, OTR/L, CNT, NTMTC

Occupational Therapist

Caitlin Moll, OTC, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Jessica Nardozzi, MOT, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Margaret Norin, ORT/L

Occupational Therapist

Kelly Pruett, OTR/L, NTMTC

Occupational Therapist

Rachel Ricotta, MOT, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Melissa Scheibe, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Kali Scott, MS, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Amanda Tickner, COTA/L

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Infant Therapy Program

The Akron Children's Hospital Infant Therapy Program provides complete evaluation and treatment for infants and children (birth to 3 years) who have delays with development or who are at risk for developmental delays. The team works closely with the developmental pediatricians at Akron Children's. These specialized services are available upon referral from your child's pediatrician.

A number of factors may place your child at risk for developmental delays. Some common factors include:

• Low birth weight
• Prematurity
• Congenital or chromosomal abnormalities
• Persistent irritability
• Lack of active movement
• Poor feeding skills
• Poor weight gain

The Infant Therapy team is a group of specialists who will assess your child's abilities and, if necessary, recommend a treatment program designed for your child. Their ultimate goal is to assist you in helping your child achieve daily skills such as eating, moving, talking and playing. Our specialists will evaluate your child in the following areas:

• Physical therapy: Posture and movement
• Occupational therapy: Visual skills and the use of hands
• Speech pathology: Oral feeding, listening and vocalizing
• Dietary: Nutrition and growth
• Social work support: Accessing community resources

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