Occupational Therapist
Occuptational Therapy Director
Primary work location: Kearney

Treatment Philosophy:
"As an occupational therapist for over 18 years, I have worked with patients of many unique diagnoses. My philosophy is to treat each patient with the same care and compassion I would want my own family members to experience. I think research and the most up to date treatment techniques are vital in getting the best results from my treatment plans. I also think that the team approach is important to facilitate continuity of care. The patient being the most important part of the team."

Education:

• Graduated, Cum Laude, from Creighton University in 1988.
• Certified Functional Capacity Evaluator in 1993. Recertified in 2003.
• Certified in Physical Agent Modalities in 2006.

Specialties:

• Functional Capacity Evaluations
• Industrial Rehabilitation, employment related physical screenings, and work conditioning Orthopedics and hand therapy
• Upper extremity amputations, wrist fractures, tendon injuries, medial/lateral epicondylitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and arthritis.
• Splinting

Personal:
Janine is married and has two daughters and one son. Her interests include skiing, walking, biking, and supporting her children in their activities.

Affiliations:

• American Occupational Therapy Association
• Nebraska Occupational Therapy Association