Debra S. Zelnick, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA
Assistant Professor
Vice Dean, College of Health Professions

Contact
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Debra S. Zelnick, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA
Assistant Professor
Vice Dean, College of Health Professions
Education
OTD, Chatham University, Pittsburgh, PA
MS, Occupational Therapy, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
BS, Occupational Therapy, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Recent Publications
Certifications
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
- Licensed Occupational Therapist: Pennsylvania, New Jersey (hold status)
Professional Societies
- Member, American Occupational Therapy Association
- Member, Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association
- Member, World Federation of Occupational Therapists
Research & Clinical Interests
- Higher education administration
- Rehabilitation
- Ethical practice and education
- Older adults
- Evidence-based practice
Awards & Honors
- AOTA Roster of Fellows, 2018
- AOTA Service Commendations:
- 2018: Member, AOTA Disciplinary Council (2014-2017)
- 2015: Member, AOTA Disciplinary Council (2011-2014)
- 2012: Member, AOTA Disciplinary Council (2008-2011)
- Master Clinician Award, Department of Occupational Therapy, Thomas Jefferson University, 1995, Philadelphia, PA
- Outstanding Young Women of America, 1988