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Occupational therapy
As an infant, Dr. Ashlea Cardin, an associate professor of occupational therapy at Missouri State University, came into the world with many limb differences. This meant undergoing plenty of surgeries,
therapies and rehabilitation throughout her childhood.
While she received high-quality care, it was not geared toward kids or their families. Her parents also lacked the information and guidance to help her at home. Their collective experiences — both positive and negative — led her to pursue a career in health care, as a pediatric occupational therapist (OT).
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