Kelly C., MS, OTR/L, CHT

• Occupational Therapist

Appointment Line: 847-779-6050

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Biography

Kelly is an occupational therapist specializing in elbows, wrists, and hands at IBJI's Morton Grove location. She earned her Master of Science in occupational therapy from New York University and has practiced in upper extremity rehabilitation since 2016, earning her Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential in 2019. 

Kelly has a keen interest in trauma, wound care, fractures, and overhead athletes. She is highly skilled in custom orthotic fabrication and values the collaborative partnership with upper extremity surgeons at IBJI. She is passionate about teaching and mentorship, having lectured on upper extremity rehab and contributed to lab instruction in the Rush occupational therapy doctorate program. She believes that hands are our windows to the world and takes pride in facilitating her patients' independence. 

A former Division I indoor volleyball captain, Kelly continues to participate in open-level beach volleyball competitions. She demonstrates a strong commitment to professional growth, leadership, and collaboration through participation in domestic and international hand therapy and surgery conferences, as well as the APTA LAMP Leadership 101 program. Her clinical experience spans medically complex cases to high-level athletes, including members of the Chicago Bulls. Conversational in Spanish, she enjoys traveling with her husband, and is committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

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