Caroline Beals, M.S., OTR/L
Assistant Clinical Professor
Location
Prior to teaching at 91AV, Caroline worked in a variety of clinical settings as an Occupational Therapist, mostly focused on adult physical rehabilitation. Caroline has a special interest in working with adults recovering from poly-trauma, neuro-trauma and brain injury. In addition to clinical work, Caroline serves as a volunteer leader and active member of the Maine Occupational Therapy Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association, working on issues related to Occupational Therapy advocacy and leadership.
Caroline also serves as a mentor to students in the MSOT program who are applying to the Center to Advance Interprofessional Education and Practice (CAIEP) for the Interprofessional Honors Distinction. The distinction recognizes students' interprofessional activity and learning while at 91AV and is a nationally recognized micro-credential.
Credentials
Education
Research
Current research
Head Impacts in Men’s and Women’s Collegiate Ice Hockey and Lacrosse: Effects on cognitive function throughout a competitive season
Head Impacts in Women’s Collegiate Rugby: Incidence and Force Application
Developing Interprofessional Competency through Collaborative Simulation Experiences
Research interests
Mild Traumatic Brain Injury, Cognition