
Occupational Therapy, Public Health
Bethesda, Maryland, United States of America
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Dr. DeOnna Clark is an occupational therapist with 11 years of experience, additionally holding a Bachelor’s in Health Science from Oakwood University and a Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) in Health Education from Loma Linda University. Her work and doctoral research center on clinician well-being, with a focus on stress, compassion fatigue, and sustainable practices for healthcare providers. She brings a unique perspective that blends lived experience through critical care clinical expertise with public health and systems-level insight.
Dr. Clark is passionate about supporting healthcare professionals in navigating the demands of care work while preserving their capacity to care. She also serves on the board of a nonprofit dedicated to reducing barriers to help-seeking among healthcare providers and is the current manager of the AOTA Fellowship Program.