Veronica Rowe

Dr. Veronica Rowe is an esteemed Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy at Georgia State University, having joined the faculty in 2020. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role, underpinned by her extensive academic background. Dr. Rowe earned her Doctor of Philosophy in Occupational Therapy from Texas Woman's University in 2016. Her academic journey also includes a Master of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy from Washington University, completed in 1996, and a Master of Science (Research) Degree in Experimental Psychology from Saint Louis University in 1995. Before her tenure at Georgia State University, Dr. Rowe amassed significant experience as an occupational therapist, working across a diverse range of settings. Her professional practice spanned adult and geriatric care, including acute care, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, long-term care, burns, hands, and psychiatric care. This diverse clinical background has informed her research interests, which focus on neurorehabilitation following stroke or other brain injuries, as well as physical and functional assessments and knowledge translation. Dr. Rowe is actively involved in the professional community, serving as a member of the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine. She holds the position of Stroke ISIG Chair on the ACRM Stroke ISIG Executive Committee, where she contributes her expertise to advance the field of rehabilitation medicine. Her commitment to excellence in occupational therapy has been recognized through numerous awards and honors. In 2021, Dr. Rowe was honored with the Georgia Occupational Therapy Association (GOTA) Outstanding Practitioner of the Year award, a testament to her dedication and impact in the field. Her work continues to influence both her students and the broader occupational therapy community, as she strives to bridge the gap between research and practical application in neurorehabilitation. Dr. Rowe's contributions to the field are marked by her passion for improving patient outcomes through innovative research and evidence-based practice. Her ongoing projects and collaborations reflect her commitment to advancing the understanding and implementation of effective rehabilitation strategies.