Dr. Priyanka Priyadarshini is a compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapy professional of Department of Occupational Therapy under School of Occupational and Physiotherapy. She has a strong academic background, having earned both her Bachelor of Occupational therapy (BOT) and Master of Occupational therapy (MOT) with specialization in Hand Rehabilitation from the Swami Vivekanand National Institute of Rehabilitation Training and Research (SVNIRTAR), Cuttack. She is skilled in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans for patients with diverse needs to improve their daily functioning, mobility, and independence. She has strong background in neurological rehabilitation, pediatrics, musculoskeletal conditions and assistive technology. She is adept at interdisciplinary collaboration and committed to holistic, patient-centered care. She has an excellent exposure in Patient Evaluation & Treatment Planning, Pediatric & Geriatric OT, Sensory Integration Therapy, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) Training, Neurorehabilitation, Hand Therapy, Splinting & Assistive Devices, Family & Caregiver Education, Team Collaboration & Communication. In the academic sphere, Dr. Priyanka Priyadarshini has a strong passion for teaching and mentoring. As a Faculty member she is committed to deliver lectures and practical training to students, covering various aspects of occupational therapy, such as assessment, intervention strategies, and relevant theories among students while integrating critical thinking, clinical reasoning and current evidence-based practices. She supervises students during their clinical placements, ensuring they gain practical experience in various settings and focuses on training students to assist individuals with physical, mental, or cognitive impairments in performing daily activities. Dr. Priyanka Priyadarshini believes in a dynamic, interactive, and student-focused learning environment and is dedicated to bridging the gap between academic knowledge and clinical application through interdisciplinary collaboration and continuous professional development. She is extremely dedicated in enriching the quality of life of her patients.