Siskin Hospital Staff Earns Certification

  • Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Sandy Abell
Sandy Abell

Siskin Hospital announces that Sandy Abell, MS, OTR/L, has satisfied the requirements for the Specialty Certification in Low Vision.

The American Occupational Therapy Association awarded the credential, which recognizes Ms. Abell as having advanced clinical knowledge, experience and skills in the treatment of low vision conditions.

Ms. Abell is an occupational therapist in Siskin Hospital’s Outpatient Therapy Services clinic. She has 20 years of experience in therapy. She specializes in neurological rehabilitation and holds certifications in Electrical Stimulation and Thermal Agents. She is also a Certified Stroke Rehabilitation Specialist and a Certified Brain Injury Specialist.

“Only one percent of occupational therapists in the country have achieved the Specialty Certification in Low Vision,” said Director of Outpatient Services Natalie McDonald. “Our patients will benefit from Sandy’s targeted expertise and skill.” 

To learn more about the Low Vision services at Siskin Hospital, please visit www.SiskinRehab.org or call 338-1492.

 

 

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