Marie Patterson, O.T.D.

Biography

Dr. Marie Patterson, OTD, OTR/L is the founding Doctoral Capstone Coordinator and Clinical Associate Professor in the Occupational Therapy (OT) Program at King's College. She established the program’s fieldwork education initiatives as the first Academic Fieldwork Coordinator. Before joining King's, she served as Director of Fieldwork Education at Yeshiva University, where she helped secure accreditation.

Dr. Patterson's research focuses on clinical education, and her diverse clinical experience includes hospitals, hand therapy clinics, skilled nursing facilities, and schools. In 2024, she founded the Keystone Occupational Therapy Education Council to advance OT education through collaboration. She also serves on the Pennsylvania OT Association Board.

Her innovative educational approach is highlighted by a recent grant from Meta/Facebook and Bodyswaps, enabling immersive virtual reality soft skills training for her students.

Passionate about global health, Dr. Patterson has worked with organizations like the Foundation for African Medicine & Education and Rift Valley Children's Village. She is also a strong advocate for OT, having lobbied on Capitol Hill and met with members of Congress.

Dr. Patterson holds a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy, a Master of Occupational Therapy, and a Bachelor of Education. She enjoys travel, reading, cycling, and spending time with her therapy dog, who supports geriatric patients.

Education

• B.S., Elementary Education and Special Education, Temple University
• MOT, Occupational Therapy, Temple University
• O.T.D., Occupational Therapy, Texas Woman's University

Publications and Presentations

• The American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 2022, Vol. 76(Supplement_1), 7610500012p1.

Awards and Designations

• Fieldwork Educator Certification