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Investigator Profile

Tonya Rich

Tonya Rich, PhD

Positions
Research Occupational Therapist, Rehabilitation & Engineering Center for Optimizing Veteran Engagement & Reintegration (RECOVER), Minneapolis VA
Assistant Professor, Rehabilitation Service Division, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Minnesota
Education
BS University of North Dakota; MA Saint Mary's University of Minnesota; PhD University of Minnesota
Contact Information
tonya.rich@va.gov
Research Interests
I am a Research Occupational Therapist at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System and the Rehabilitation & Engineering Center for Optimizing Veteran Engagement & Reintegration (RECOVER). My 25 years of clinical experience drives my motivation to investigate novel technologies that can support individuals with disabilities across the lifespan and enhance rehabilitation outcomes. My research focus is on Veterans with limb loss who experience post-amputation pain. To accomplish my research objectives, I work to gain the perspective of clinicians and Veterans on new assessment tools and interventions. This research plays a key role in optimizing care for Veterans with limb loss and facilitating greater participation in life and in the community.
Publications
Full bibliography on PubMed
VA Research Topics
Rehabilitative Medicine; Pain
MeSH Key Words
Phantom Limb; Pain Measurement; Amputation; Rehabilitation
Professional Networking
ORCID
Links
RECOVER Center website
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