Diana Feldhacker, O.T.D., OTR/L, BCPR
Department Chair and Program Director, Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program
Additional Roles
Assistant Professor, Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program
515-271-1355 (Office Phone)
Professional Memberships
- Member, Nebraska Occupational Therapy Association. (August 2018 – Present)
- Member, American Occupational Therapy Association. (August 2009 – Present)
- Member, American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine. (August 2018 – Present)
| Education: |
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| Ph.D. Candidate, University of South Dakota, Anticipated graduation Dec 2021 |
| O.T.D., Creighton University, 2012 |
| B.S., Creighton University, 2012 |
| Certifications: |
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| LSVT-BIG Certification, LSVT Global, (March 2021 – Present) |
| Certified Event Coordinator, CarFit, (March 2017 – Present) |
| Trained SOS Therapist, SOS Approach to Feeding, (January 2015 – Present) |
| Licensed Occupational Therapist, State of Iowa. (August 2, 2021 – July 15, 2023). #002318 |
| Board Certification in Physical Rehabilitation, American Occupational Therapy Association. (November 2018 – June 30, 2023). |
| Board Certified Occupational Therapist, National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. (January 23, 2013 - March 31, 2022). #305657 |
| Licensed Occupational Therapist, State of Nebraska. (October 2015 - August 1, 2022). #1907 |
| Licensed Occupational Therapist, State of Arizona. (December 2019 – December 1, 2021). #OTD-007992 |
Contracts, Grants and Sponsored Research
Grant
Feldhacker, D. R., & Greiner, B. “Creating Significant Learning Experiences for a Blended Cohort,” Sponsored by Teaching and Learning Center, Creighton University, $1854.00. Funded.
Patterson, A., Russell, M., Feldhacker, D. R., & Greiner, B. “Telehealth and Occupational Therapy Education,” Sponsored by The Dr. George F. Haddix President’s Faculty Research Fund, Creighton University, $4887.00. Funded.
Feldhacker, D., “Pedagogical Expert Grant: Spring 2018,” Sponsored by Center for Teaching and Learning: USD, The University of South Dakota, $734.60. Not funded.
Feldhacker, D., “Travel Grant: Spring 2018,” Sponsored by Center for Teaching and Learning: USD, The University of South Dakota, $968.50. Funded: $750.00.
Tao, H., & Feldhacker, D. “PT/OT Web Conferencing Between Classrooms,” Sponsored by Health Affairs Medical Informatics Committee, The University of South Dakota, $9,510.00. Funded.
Feldhacker, D., “XSENSOR Pressure Mapping System: ForeSite SS,” Sponsored by Health Affairs Medical Informatics Committee, The University of South Dakota, $9,820.00. Funded.
Feldhacker, D., Kim, J., Nerud, K., Yockey, J., “Strategies for Health: An interprofessional, game-based approach to teaching social determinants of health,” Sponsored by USD, The University of South Dakota, $4,000.00. Funded.
Feldhacker, D., “Social Determinants of Health Case Studies: Enhancing Prevention and Population Health Education,” Sponsored by Association for Prevention Teaching and Research, Federal, $6,000.00. Not Funded.
Intellectual Contributions in Submission
Journal Articles
Feldhacker, D. R., Jewell, V., Jung, S., Collins, H., Lohman, H., & Russell, M. (2021). Telehealth interventions within the scope of occupational therapy practice: A systematic review. American Journal of Occupational Therapy. [Manuscript submitted for publication].
Feldhacker, D. R., & Greiner, B. (2021). Evaluating course design for significant learning among a blended cohort of occupational therapy students. Journal of Occupational Therapy Education. [Manuscript submitted for publication].
Patterson, A., Feldhacker, D. R., Greiner, B., Russell, M., & Bergen, V. (2021). Telehealth and occupational therapy education. Journal of Occupational Therapy Education. [Manuscript accepted for publication].
Lucas Molitor, W., Feldhacker, D. R., Lohman, H., Lampe, A. M., & Jensen, L. (2022). Occupational therapy and the IMPACT Act: A systematic review Part 1. American Journal of Occupational Therapy. [Manuscript accepted for publication].
Feldhacker, D. R., Molitor, W. L., Jensen, L., Lohman, H., & Lampe, A. M. (2022). Occupational therapy and the IMPACT Act: A systematic review Part 2. American Journal of Occupational Therapy. [Manuscript accepted for publication].
Feldhacker, D. R., Lohman, H., & Bracciano, A. (2021). Approaches to FTR treatment. Rehabilitation Medicine [Manuscript accepted for publication].
Lucas Molitor, W., & Feldhacker, D. R. (2021). Collaborative approaches to low vision intervention by geographic setting. Rehabilitation Medicine [Manuscript submitted for publication].
Ikiugu, M. N., Lucas Molitor, W., & Feldhacker, D. R. (2021). Effectiveness of interventions based on meaningful and psychologically rewarding occupations in enhancing perceived health and well-being. International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation. [Manuscript submitted for publication].
Research Currently in Progress
“Creating Significant Learning Experiences for a Blended Cohort,” (Dissemination).
The purpose of this study is to explore the effectiveness of a course redesigned using Fink’s taxonomy of learning among students in a blended face-to-face and distance cohort.
“Teaching Occupational Therapy Theory Using an Active Learning Approach” (Dissemination).
The purpose of this study is to explore the effectiveness of active learning strategies on student knowledge and use of occupational therapy theory.
“Effectiveness of Occupational Therapy Interventions Provided Using Telehealth” (Dissemination)
The purpose of this study is to conduct a systematic review of literature related to the effectiveness of occupational therapy interventions when provided using telehealth as the service delivery model.
“The Feasibility of an Occupation-Based Habit Formation Intervention in Promoting Healthy Behaviors Among Individuals with Type 2 Diabetes” (Dissemination)
The purpose of this study is to explore the feasibility of a habit formation intervention which promotes self-management behaviors for individuals with type 2 diabetes.
“The Correlation Between Primitive Reflex Retention and Visual Motor Skills Among Elementary Students” (Dissemination)
The purpose of this study is to explore the association between primitive reflex activity and specific areas of visuomotor integration, motor coordination, and visual perception as measured by the Beery VMI.
Published Intellectual Contributions
Journal Articles
Feldhacker, D. R., Cosgrove, R., Feiten, B., Schmidt, K., & Stewart, M. (2021). The relationship between retained primitive reflexes and scholastic performance among early elementary students Journal of Occupational Therapy, Schools, & Early Intervention. https://doi.org/10.1080/19411243.2021.1959482
Hickey, J. & Feldhacker, D. R. (2021) Primitive reflex retention and attention among preschool children. Journal of Occupational Therapy, Schools, & Early Intervention. https://doi.org/10.1080/19411243.2021.1910606
Feldhacker, D. R., Wesner, C., Yockey, J., Larson, J., & Norris, D. (2021). Strategies for Health: A game-based, interprofessional approach to teaching social determinants of health: A randomized controlled pilot study. Journal of Interprofessional Care. https://doi.org/10.1080/13561820.2020.1850660
Ikiugu, M. N., Feldhacker, D. R., Lucas Molitor, W. (2020). Psychometric properties of the Meaningful and Psychologically Rewarding Occupation Rating Scale: A pilot study. Occupational Therapy in Mental Health, 35(4), 1-15. https://doi.org/10.1080/0164212X.2020.1852148
Feldhacker, D. R., & Doll, J. (2020). An interprofessional approach to diabetes management in primary care: What OTs should consider for older adults. SIS Quarterly Practice Connections, 5(1), 23-26.
Feldhacker, D. R. & Lucas Molitor, W. (2020). Improving visual field awareness among collegiate softball athletes: A randomized trial. Rehabilitation Medicine, 30(1), 26-33. doi: 10.3724/SP.J.1329.2020.01007
Feldhacker, D. R., Lucas Molitor, W., Athmann, A., Boell, M., Kaiser, A., Musch, A., & Willhite, L. (2019). Efficacy of high-performance vision training on improving the reaction time of collegiate softball athletes: A randomized trial. Journal of Sports Medicine and Allied Health Sciences, 4(3). doi: 10.25035/jsmahs.04.03.06
Feldhacker, D. R. & Lucas Molitor, W. (2019). Pilot study of an occupational therapy Dynavision D2 protocol for enhancement of visual performance among collegiate athletes. Annals of International Occupational Therapy, 2(2), 69-78. https://doi.org/10.3928/24761222-20190218-02
Ikiugu, M. N., Lucas Molitor, W., Feldhacker, D. R., Gebhart, C., Spier, M., Kapels, L., … Gaikowski, R. (2018). Guidelines for occupational therapy interventions based on meaningful and psychologically rewarding occupations. Journal of Happiness Studies, 1-27. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10902-018-0030-z
Mu, K., Peck, K., Jensen, L., Bracciano, A., Carrico, C., & Feldhacker, D. (2016). CHIP: Facilitating interprofessional and culturally competent patient care through experiential learning in China. Occupational Therapy International, 23(4), 328-337.
Book Chapters
Wesner, C., Feldhacker, D. R., & Lucas Molitor, W. (2019). Teaching quality of life and well-being in public health. In G. Tonon (Ed.) Teaching quality of life in different domains. New York City, NY: Springer
Feldhacker, D. R., Cerny, S., Brockevelt, B., & Lawler, M. J. (2018). Occupations and well-being of children and youth. In L. Rodriguez de la Vega & W. N. Toscano (Eds.) Handbook of leisure, recreation, physical activity, sports, and quality of life. New York City, NY: Springer
Published Abstracts
Lucas Molitor, W., & Feldhacker, D. (2019). OT and interprofessional collaborative practice in low-vision service delivery in rural, micopolitan, and urban practice settings. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 73(Suppl. 1).
Presentations
Feldhacker, D. R., Shin, J., & Qi, Y. University Assessment Symposium, “The Closer the Better: Alignment and Assessment from Micro to Macro,” Creighton University: USA, Omaha, NE. (November 6, 2020)
Patterson, A., Russell, M., Feldhacker, D., & Greiner, B. 2020 AOTA Education Summit, “Student Responses to Telehealth Education: Outcomes from Lecture and Lab Teaching Modules,” AOTA: USA, Virtual. (October 16, 2020)
Begley, K., Feldhacker, D. R., Hoffman, J., Niski, J., Thinnes, A., & Tolman, J. “Lessons Learned from Virtual Teaching,” Creighton University: USA, Omaha, NE. (May 26, 2020).
Feldhacker, D. R., Shin, J., & Qi, Y. Teaching and Learning Center, “The Closer the Better: Alignment and Assessment from Micro to Macro,” Creighton University: USA, Omaha, NE. (March 26, 2020) (Canceled)
Feldhacker, D. R. NOTA Conference 2020, “Primitive Reflexes and Occupational Therapy: What, When, Why, and How,” Methodist College: USA, Omaha, NE. (February 29, 2020).
Hulse, B., & Feldhacker, D. R. (author only) PAEA 2019 Education Forum, “Strategies for Health: An Interprofessional Game for Teaching Social Determinants of Health,” PAEA: USA, Washington, DC. (October 11-12, 2019).
Feldhacker, D. R. Heartland Interprofessional Education Conference, “Strategies for Health: An Interprofessional Game for Teaching Social Determinants of Health,” University of Nebraska Medical Center: USA, Omaha, NE. (August 2, 2019).
Jensen, L., Thinnes, A., Feldhacker, D. R., & Blanchard, S. Innovation in Occupational and Physical Therapy Education Summit, “Get Real: Use of Simulation and Reality-Based Learning and Assessment,” Creighton University: USA, Omaha, NE. (June 28, 2019).
Lucas Molitor, W., & Feldhacker, D. R. 2019 AOTA Annual Conference: USA, “OT and Interprofessional Collaborative Practice in Low-Vision Service Delivery in Rural, Micropolitan, and Urban Practice Settings,” AOTA: USA, New Orleans, LA. (April 6, 2019)
Feldhacker, D. R., & Lucas Molitor, W. 2019 AOTA Annual Conference: USA, “Sport Performance and Emerging OT Practice: High-Performance Vision Training Using a Theoretical and Evidence-Based Approach,” AOTA: USA, New Orleans, LA. (April 4, 2019)
Ikiugu, M. N., Lucas Molitor, W. (author only), & Feldhacker, D. R. (author only) Conference of the Society for the Study of Occupation: USA, “Guidelines for Assisting Individuals Identify Personally Meaningful and Psychologically Rewarding Occupations for Incorporation into Individual Lifestyles,” SSO: USA, Lexington, KY. (Oct 12, 2018).
Ikiugu, M. N., Lucas Molitor, W. (author only), & Feldhacker, D. R. (author only) Conference of the Society for the Study of Occupation: USA, “Development, Validity, and Reliability of the Meaningful and Psychologically Rewarding Occupation Rating Scale (MPRORS),” SSO: USA, Lexington, KY. (Oct 12, 2018).
Lucas Molitor, W. & Feldhacker, D. R. ACRM 95th Annual Core Conference, “Efficacy of High-performance Vision Training to Enhance Sports Performance Among Collegiate Softball Athletes,” American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine: USA, Dallas, TX. (October 2, 2018).
Feldhacker, D. R. (author only), Yockey, J., Wesner, C. A., Peterson Larson, J. C., Norris, D. S., & Sudhagoni, R. (author only) South Dakota Public Health Association Conference, “Strategies for Health: An Interprofessional Game for Teaching the Social Determinants of Health,” SDPHA: USA, Sioux Falls, SD. (June 19, 2018).
Mu, K. (Presenter & Author), Jensen, L. (Author Only), Bracciano, A. (Author Only), Peck, K. (Author Only), Carrico, C. (Author Only), & Feldhacker, D. (Author Only), WFOT Congress 2018, “Facilitating Interprofessional and Culturally-Competent Patient Care through Experiential Learning in China,” World Federation of Occupational Therapy: South Africa, Cape Town. (May 23, 2018).
Feldhacker, D., Lucas Molitor, W., Athmann, A., Boell, M., Kaiser, A., Musch, A., & Willhite, L., Department of Occupational Therapy Research Symposium, “Efficacy of High-performance Vision Training on Improving Reaction Time of Collegiate Softball Athletes: A Randomized Trial,” University of South Dakota: USA, Vermillion, SD. (May 3, 2018).
Lucas Molitor, W., Feldhacker, D., Aune, T., Gee, A., Rowland, T., & Willett, H. Department of Occupational Therapy Research Symposium, “Occupational Therapy and Collaborative Low Vision Care in Rural Settings,” University of South Dakota: USA, Vermillion, SD. (May 3, 2018).
Feldhacker, D., & Yockey, J., Teaching Prevention 2018: Reimagining Population Health Education, Practice and Research, “Strategies for Health: An Interprofessional Game for teaching the Social Determinants of Health,” Association for Prevention Teaching and Research: USA, Philadelphia, PA. (April 9, 2018).
Feldhacker, D., Lucas Molitor, W., Athmann, A., Boell, M., Kaiser, A., Musch, A., & Willhite, L., School of Health Sciences Research Conference, “Efficacy of High-performance Vision Training on Improving Reaction Time of Collegiate Softball Athletes: A Randomized Trial,” University of South Dakota: USA, Vermillion, SD. (April 6, 2018).
Feldhacker, D. R., Yockey, J., Wesner, C. A., Peterson Larson, J. C., Norris, D. S., Sudhagoni, R. School of Health Sciences Research Conference, “Strategies for Health: An Interprofessional Game for Teaching the Social Determinants of Health,” University of South Dakota: USA, Vermillion, SD. (April 6, 2018).
Lucas Molitor, W., Feldhacker, D., Aune, T., Gee, A., Rowland, T., & Willett, H. School of Health Sciences Research Conference, “Occupational Therapy and Collaborative Low Vision Care in Rural Settings,” University of South Dakota: USA, Vermillion, SD. (April 6, 2018).
Feldhacker, D., Lucas Molitor, W., Athmann, A., Boell, M., Kaiser, A., Musch, A., & Willhite, L., IDEAfest, “Efficacy of High-performance Vision Training on Improving Reaction Time of Collegiate Softball Athletes: A Randomized Trial,” University of South Dakota: USA, Vermillion, SD. (April 5, 2018).
April 27, 2020 – Fr. Don Driscoll Ignatian Teaching Award, Creighton University SPAHP
April 27, 2020 – Educator of the Year, Campus Class of 2022, Creighton University
April 27, 2020 – Educator of the Year, Campus Class of 2021, Creighton University
April 6, 2018 – Early Career Outstanding Faculty Award for Teaching Excellence, University of South Dakota
June 7, 2018 – Champions of Inclusive Excellence Award, School of Health Sciences Cultural Competency Committee, President’s Council University of South Dakota
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