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Amy Nwora, PhD, OTR

  • Occupational Therapy Program Director
  • Professor

Biography

Amy J. Nwora, Ph.D., OTR/L is a professor of Occupational Therapy and Health Professions Education at D’Youville University. Dr. Nwora’s recent research emphasis includes program and curriculum development in the health professions, as well as clinical practice. Her therapy practice focuses on children with behavioral health disabilities and autism spectrum disorders. Dr. Nwora is dedicated to expanding education opportunities for disadvantaged students through her family’s not-for-profit, 501(c)3 organization.

Education Training

  • State University of New York at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York Ph.D. in Educational Psychology, February 2005
  • D’Youville College, Buffalo, New York B.S./M.S. in Occupational Therapy, May 1996

Research Interests

Dr. Nwora's research interests include cultural aspects of healthcare and pediatric occupational therapy, particularly assessments and interventions for Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Departments

Contact Information

Phone: 716-829-7707 Email: nworaa@dyc.edu Office: KAB 329