Lisa Royster

Dr. Royster is the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator for Occupational Therapy. Dr. Royster graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy in 1988 from York University in New York City. She received her post graduate Doctorate degree in 2014 with a concentration in Administration and Practice Management from Rocky Mountain University of Healthcare Professionals in Provo Utah. Dr. Royster is an experienced health service leader with 35 years of diverse clinical and management experience including serving as, an adjunct professor , a mentor and student fieldwork supervisor to many students throughout her career.  Dr. Royster has a strong desire to contribute to reinforcing occupational therapy as a relevant, science-driven, evidenced informed profession with a solid foundation based on occupation. She seeks to foster positivity, leadership, and professional identity development in the students and practitioners she serves.