Apply Now
Leah Simpkins
Leah.Simpkins@eku.edu
859-622-9956

Leah Simpkins, OTD, OTR/L, CPAM

Education

  • B.S. Eastern Kentucky University, Occupational Therapy
  • M.S. Eastern Kentucky University, Occupational Therapy
  • OTD Eastern Kentucky University, Occupational Therapy

Research/Academic Interests

  • Geriatric, older adult population
  • Traumatic brain injury
  • Therapy dogs in long-term care facilities
  • Comparison studies with various disciplines with interdisciplinary educational opportunities

Associations/Affiliations/Work History

  • Over 15 years with the geriatric population and has served 14 years in management positions as a rehabilitation director
  • KOTA, Member
  • AOTA, Member
  • DPAM’s supervisor for the State of Kentucky
  • Faculty advisor for the Pi Theta Epsilon (Alpha Zeta Chapter) at EKU
  • Primary areas of interest include long-term care facilities, home health, independent living, assisted living, acute care (adult), traumatic brain, and aging in place

Awards/Accolades

  • Recognized as a Kentucky Colonel by the Governor for her work with the geriatric population and community involvement events in rural areas of the state