Positions
Assistant Professor, Doctoral Capstone Coordinator
- Organization:
- West Virginia University School of Medicine
- Department:
- Human Performance - Occupational Therapy
- Classification:
- Faculty
Education
- MOT, West Virginia University, 2009
- PhD, West Virginia University, 2021
- BA, West Virginia University, 2008
About SueAnn Woods
BIOGRAPHY
About SueAnn Woods
Narrative:
Dr. Woods joined WVU in 2016 with major areas of clinical interest in hand and upper extremity rehabilitation. Her clinical experiences include outpatient rehabilitation, school based therapy, and home health rehabilitation. She has published articles on hand therapy evaluation techniques, hand strength, and dexterity. In 2019, Dr. Woods earned the Professional Program Distinguished Teaching Award from the WVU School of Medicine. She now serves as the Doctoral Capstone Coordinator for the OTD program.
Additional Info
Representative Scholarship & Publications:
Woods, S. R., Sosa, E. M., Burt, A. L. (2021). The Perceived Effects of Glove Type on Hand Dexterity, Function, and Comfort: A Pilot Study. Journal of Applied Ergonomics.
Burt, A. L., Woods, S. R., Daily, S. M., Lilly, C., Scaife, B. D., Davis, D. R. (2020). Predicting Student Success on the National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy. American Journal of Occupational Therapy (AJOT), 74. https://ajot.aota.org/article.aspx?articleid=2765592
Woods, S. R., Scaife, B. D., Cronin, A. F. (2019). Fabricating Custom Adaptive Equipment to Support Return to Work for Individuals With Physical Disabilities. SIS Quarterly, A Supplement to OT Practice.
Scaife, B. D., Lape, J. E., Woods, S. R. (2019). Working with older adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in long-term care. AOTA Continuing Education Article. https://www.aota.org/Education-Careers/Continuing-Education/AOTACE/CE-Articles/older-dis abilities.aspx
Woods, S. R., Cronin, A. F. (2018). Camp Gizmo: A Unique Venue for Interprofessional Collaboration. SIS Quarterly Practice Connections (1st ed., vol. 3, pp. 2-4).
Woods, S. R., Lilly, C. (2018). Pinch Testing Positions Among Certified Hand Therapists: A Cross-Sectional Survey. Open Journal of Occupational Therapy, 6(2), 1-4.
Patient Care Information
Medical Specialties
- Rehabilitation
Additional Info
Patient Care Information
Medical Specialties:
- Hand and Upper Extremity Rehabilitation
Specialized Training and Certifications:
- Certified Lymphedema Therapist & Elvarex Certified Fitter, August 2010, Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy; Matawan, NJ
- Certified Hand Therapist, November 2014, Recertified September 2019, Hand Therapy Certification Commission; Sacramento, CA