Educational History

Ed.D. in Educational Technology Leadership, New Jersey City University (2016–2019) M.A. in Educational Technology, New Jersey City University (2013–2016) B.S. in Occupational Therapy (Summa Cum Laude), University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (1997–1999) B.S. in Biology, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines (1990–1994)

Professional Highlights

• Program Director & Assistant Professor, Shenandoah University (2025–Present)
• Assistant Professor, University of Texas Health Science Center – San Antonio (2023–2025)
• Fulbright U.S. Scholar, Kyambogo University, Uganda (2022–2023)
• Assistant Professor, University of Scranton (2019–2023)
• Over 20 years of clinical practice across diverse rehab settings including acute, school-based, and memory care

Research

• Dissertation: Electroencephalographic Wearable Technology in Stress Management
• Published works on AI in OT, wearable technology, and 3D printing in therapy
• Research on assistive technology in Uganda under Fulbright program
• Numerous national and international presentations on AI in rehabilitation and adaptive tech

Fields of Expertise

• Educational Technology in Health Professions
• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Rehabilitation
• Assistive Technology and Adaptive Equipment Design
• Adult Neurological and Biomechanical Rehabilitation
• Curriculum Development & Academic Leadership
• Diversity and Inclusion in Health Education

Personal Highlights

• Fulbright U.S. Scholar (Uganda, 2022–2023)
• Actively promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in OT education
• Passionate about global health and occupational justice
• Developed low-cost, DIY adaptive tech workshops in resource-limited settings