Overview
406B Atwell Hall
453 W. 10th Ave.
Columbus, Ohio 43210
Phone: (614) 292-1608
Email: monica.robinson@osumc.edu
Primary Professional Areas of Interest
- Health and public policy
- Clinical education through simulation & interprofessional collaboration
- Aging and caregiving
- Mental Health (Opioid Substance Use Disorder)
Research Focus
A primary goal of health care professionals is to provide client-centered effective quality care while being cognizant of efficacy and costs. Most health care providers however lack the appreciation of the significant impact and influence public and health policies play in achieving these goals. Dr. Robinson’s research interests include examining how policy impacts practice and reimbursement through the analysis of current and emerging reimbursement policies and systems. Specific areas of practice interests include aging, caregiving, and mental health (Opioid Substance Use Disorder).
As a Clinical Associate Professor, Dr. Robinson also researches the use of simulations in education to bridge the gap between the classroom and the clinic. She participates in collaborative research as a member of the Education for Clinical Interprofessional Simulation Excellence Program; a collaborative program designed for undergraduate and graduate/professional students from ten disciplines to participate in collaborative patient care through patient – provider team-based simulations. This program and other experiences provide opportunities for students to interact and work together to care for complex simulated patients. The overarching goals of the interprofessional or occupational therapy only simulations is to practice and improve clinical skills, client-centered approach to care, teamwork, communication skills, and facilitate a better understanding of various professional roles.
Recent Publications
Juckett, L. A., Robinson, M. L., & Wengerd, L. R. (2019). Narrowing the gap: An implementation research agenda for the occupational therapy profession. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 73 (5).
Juckett, L. & Robinson, M. (2019). The occupational therapy approach to addressing food insecurity among older adults with chronic disease. Geriatrics, 4 (22), https://doi.org/10.3390/geriatrics4010022
Juckett, L. & Robinson, M. (2018). Implementing fall prevention guidelines with vulnerable older adults: The social worker role. Journal of Gerontological Social Work, DOI: 10.1080/01634372.2018.1555566
Juckett, L. A. & Robinson, M. L. (2018). Implementing evidence-based interventions with community-dwelling older adults: A scoping review. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 72, 7204195010p1-7204195010p9. doi:10.5014/ajot.2018.031583
Juckett, L. A., Robinson, M. L., & Wengerd, L. R. (2019). Narrowing the gap: An implementation research agenda for the occupational therapy profession. American Journal of Occupational Therapy.
Robinson, M., Fisher, T. F., & Broussard, K. (2016). Role of occupational therapy in case management and care coordination for clients with complex conditions. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 70(2), 7002090010p7002090011- 7002090010p7002090016. doi: 10.5014/ajot.2016.702001
Robinson, M.& Brown, R. (2010). Meeting the needs of the client who is not homebound. Home health & community AOTA Special Interest Section, 17(1), 1-4.
Robinson, M., & Berner, T. F. (2009). OT Practice Featured Article: Power mobility safety assessment in facilities. OT Practice, 14(17), 9 - 13.
Robinson, M., & Thomas, J. (2009, September). Looking to the future of the therapy caps. AOTA Administration & Management Special Interest Section Quarterly, 25(3), 1–3. Invited manuscript.
Robinson, M., Herz, N., & Brennan, C. (2009). Program development and beyond: Creating a sustainable program. OT Practice, 4(15), CE1-8. OT Practice Featured Continuing Education Article. Invited manuscript.
Recent Presentations
Costa, D., McCombie, R., & Robinson, M. (Institute). The Opioid Crisis and the Role of OT. 2019 AOTA Annual Conference & Expo, New Orleans, LA. (April, 2019)
Robinson, M (presentation). Conversations that Matter: Interprofessional Simulation Education: Where Are We, Where Are We Headed? 2019 AOTA Annual Conference & Expo, New Orleans, LA. (April, 2019)
Darragh, A.R., Kemp, E.K., Robinson, M., Cleary, D., Reifenberg, G., & Walter, J. (Poster). The OT Doctorate Capstone and Doctoral Experience: Implementation and Integration. 2019 AOTA Annual Conference & Expo, New Orleans, LA. (April, 2019)
Juckett, L. & Robinson, M. (Research Poster). Strategies for Implementing Evidence-Based Interventions Into Practice With Community-Dwelling Older Adults. 2019 AOTA Annual Conference & Expo, New Orleans, LA. (April, 2019)
Juckett, L. & Robinson, M. (Poster). Assessing Knowledge Translation: What Outcomes Are We Actually Measuring? 2019 AOTA Annual Conference & Expo, New Orleans, LA. (April, 2019)
Clutter, J., Robinson, M., & Sergakis, G. (Poster)Exploring Health Literacy in Inter-Professional Clinical Simulation: A Pilot Study. 2019 AOTA Annual Conference & Expo, New Orleans, LA. (April, 2019)
Robinson, M., Nahikian-Nelms, M., Sergakis, G., Thomas, E., Clutter, J., Rohrig, L., & Liston, B. (Poster). A Model for Excellence in Interprofessional Simulation Education, 2019 AOTA Annual Conference & Expo, New Orleans, LA. (April, 2019)
Clutter, J., Robinson, M., & Sergakis, G. Exploring Health Literacy in Inter-Professional Clinical Simulation: A Pilot Study. Jefferson Center for Interprofessional Practice and Education (JCIPE), Philadelphia, PA, United States. Peer paper - in progress presentation. (October, 2018)
Robinson, M., Nahikian-Nelms, M., Sergakis, G., Thomas, E., Clutter, J., Rohrig, L., & Liston, B. (Poster). Jefferson Center for Interprofessional Practice and Education (JCIPE), Philadelphia, PA, United States. Peer paper - in progress presentation. (October, 2018)
Robinson, M., Nahikian-Nelms, M., Sergakis, G., Thomas, E., Clutter, J., Rohrig, L., & Liston, B. (Poster). A Model for Excellence in Interprofessional Simulation Education, 2018 AOTA Annual Conference & Expo, Salt Lake City, Utah. (April, 2018)
Robinson, M., Nahikian-Nelms, M., Sergakis, G., Thomas, E., Clutter, J., Brello, J., Rohrig, L., & Liston, B. (Poster). A Blueprint for Excellence in Interprofessional Simulation Education. World Federation of Occupational Therapists 2018 Congress, Cape Town, South Africa. Poster Presentation. (May 2018)
Major Awards
- 2018 National - AOTA Service Award, Opioid Drug Abuse Ad Hoc Committee (Chairperson)
- 2016 National - AOTA Service Award, Telehealth CPT Coding Workgroup
- 2015 National - AOTA Service Award, Mental Health and Healthcare Reform
- 2014 National - AOTA Service Award Central Committee Member
- 2013 National - Ad Hoc Committee on Health Care Reform
- 2013 National - AOTA Service Award Affiliated State Association Presidents
- 2012 National - AOTA Service Commendation Award - Adhoc Healthcare Reform Committee
- 2011 National - AOTA Service Award, AOTA Policy Advisor – CMS STATS Project
- 2010 National - AOTA Service Award, SNF Medicare Policy Advisor
- 2010 National - AOTA Service Award, AOTPAC Board of Directors
- 2010 National - AOTA Service Award, Nominating Committee Gerontology SIS
- 2009 National - AOTA Service Award, Professional Development Coordinator, Administration & Management Special Interest Section
- 2009 American Occupational Therapy Association’s Roster of Fellows – FAOTA "Exemplary Contributions to Leadership, Mentoring, and Advocacy"
- 2009 Boston University - Outstanding Alumni Award
- 2009 San Jose State University - Distinguished Alumni Award
Courses Taught
Occupational Therapy:
- OCCTHER 700 - Introduction to Occupational Therapy
- OCCTHER 711 - Functional Group Dynamics in Occupational
- OCCTHER 712 - Occupational Development Across the Life Span and Life Events
- OCCTHER 713 - Occupational Therapy and Task Analysis
- OCCTHER 714 - Foundation of Occupational Therapy Practice
- OCCTHER 742 - Occupational Therapy in Mental Health II
- OCCTHER 748 - Occupational Therapy in Gerontology
- OCCTHER 752 - Planning and Management of Occupational Therapy Services
- OCCTHER 793 - Individual Studies (3.00) [Falls in Older Adults]
- OCCTHER 793 - Individual Studies (3.00) [Leadership]
- OCCTHER 6110 - Occupational Therapy Foundations & Theory
- OCCTHER 6120 - Occupation in Life and Community
- OCCTHER 6130 - Occupational Therapy Introductory Practicum
- OCCTHER 6140 - Occupational Therapy Process
- OCCTHER 6189 - Level I Fieldwork in Mental Health
- OCCTHER 6220 - Mental and Cognitive Function: Evaluation and Treatment
- OCCTHER 7189 - Occupational Therapy Fieldwork II
- OCCTHER 7420 - Management and Leadership
- OCCTHER 7260 - Occupational Therapy for Older Adults
- OCCTHER 7280 - Advanced Topics in Geriatrics
School of Health and Rehabilitation:
- ALLIMED 601 Death, Loss and Grief from Multiple Perspectives
- ALLIMED 760S (Service Learning) SAMP: Service Learning in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico
- ALLIMED 889.01 - Practicum: Educational [Global Health Practicum-Belize]
- HTHRHSC 4370 - Community and Policy Influence in Health Care
- HTHRHSC 5600 - Global Aging
- HTHRHSC 5610 - Death, Loss, and Grief in Multiple
- HTHRHSC 7650S - Interdisciplinary Case Studies in Clinical Gerontology
- HTHRHSC 7620 Aging, Accessibility, and Design
Education
- 1985: BS, Occupational Therapy, Boston University
- 2006: MS, Advanced Practice Occupational Therapy, San Jose State University
- 2015: OTD, Clinical Doctorate of Occupational Therapy, Chatham University