Lisa Juckett, PhD, OTR/L, CHT (she/her)
Dr. Juckett is an assistant professor in the Occupational Therapy Division at The Ohio State University. Dr. Juckett’s research focuses on bridging the gap between empirical discoveries and the use of these discoveries in real-world practice settings. Heavily informed by the field of implementation science, Dr. Juckett’s research examines the factors and strategies that influence evidence-based practice adoption, primarily in organizations that serve the older adult population. Specifically, Dr. Juckett’s work aims to develop and test “implementation strategies” that support the use of evidence-based practices in the contexts of (a) stroke rehabilitation and (b) social service systems. Active involvement of community and clinical partners is a hallmark characteristic of Dr. Juckett’s research, resulting in collaborations with local organizations such as Lifecare Alliance and The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center – entities that provide valuable health and human services to the older adult community.
GRADUATE STUDENTS
Mequeil Howard (she/her)
Hometown: London, KY
Degree Program: The Ohio State University; Doctorate of Occupational Therapy Class of 2023/Health and Rehabilitation Sciences PhD Class of 2026
Previous Education: Bachelor’s of Science in Psychological Sciences from Western Kentucky University
Professional Goals: I aspire to work in academia with a research focus in implementation science, while also maintaining a role in clinical practice as an occupational therapist.
Melissa Elias (she/her)
Hometown: Centerville, OH
Degree Program: The Ohio State University; Doctorate of Occupational Therapy Class of 2025
Previous Education: Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Health and Minor in Spanish from Miami University
Professional Goals: Upon graduation, I aspire to work as an occupational therapist to provide the highest quality care tailored to every client. I am passionate about advocacy for those facing disparities in the healthcare system. Specifically, I hope to work closely with the underserved Hispanic population to provide them with the care necessary to engage in meaningful activities and become an active member of their community.
Hometown: Willoughby, OH
Degree Program: The Ohio State University; Doctorate of Occupational Therapy Class of 2025
Previous Education: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Minor in Spanish from Westminster College
Professional Goals: My experiences have ignited a passion for global/public health and mental health within the scope of occupational therapy. In my future career, I aim to provide care to underserved populations in the holistic and client centered nature that is inherit to occupational therapy.
