Casa Colina’s Occupational Therapy team brings together highly skilled
clinicians dedicated to helping patients regain function and return to
activities of daily living.
Through a collaborative approach, our specialists evaluate each patient’s
unique goals and challenges to create individualized, evidence-based treatment
plans that support recovery, independence, and overall well-being.
Debra Ouellette, MS, OTR/L, BCPR, SCLV, FNAP
As the Outpatient Neuro Program Manager, Debra is dedicated to advancing
neurological rehabilitation through evidence-based practice and interdisciplinary care.
With more than 40 years of experience in occupational therapy, Debra has
provided care across a wide range of settings, including trauma, acute
care, inpatient rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and outpatient services.
She has extensive experience treating neurologically impaired patients,
serving patients of all ages, and has developed clinical expertise in
spasticity management, including serial casting and positioning.
Debra specializes in stroke and spinal cord injury rehabilitation, as well
as vision rehabilitation and concussion care. She is passionate about
mentorship and education, actively supporting staff development and serving
as Director of the Occupational Therapy Physical Rehabilitation Fellowship.
Board Certified in Physical Rehabilitation, Debra also holds a Low Vision
certification through AOTA. She is a Distinguished Practitioner Fellow
of the National Academies of Practice and a Fellow of AOTA. Her professional
contributions include publications, a co-authored motor control chapter,
and presentations on neurological rehabilitation and health services research
at conferences nationwide.
Debra is committed to improving patient outcomes through innovation, collaboration,
and compassionate care.
Susan Yi, OTR/L, PAMs, HTC
Susan serves as Program Manager of the Outpatient Hand Therapy Department,
where she specializes in the treatment of upper extremity injuries. She
provides individualized, patient-centered care using advanced interventions,
including custom orthotic fabrication and therapeutic modalities, to help
patients achieve optimal function and return to daily activities.
Susan brings experience working with diverse patient populations, including
pediatric, workers’ compensation, and home health settings. She
has also treated patients in private outpatient clinics, managing a wide
range of conditions from preventative care, such as arthritis management,
to post-operative rehabilitation, including flexor tendon repairs.
She earned her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Stanbridge
University and holds certifications in Physical Agent Modalities (PAMs)
and Hand Therapy (HTC), supporting her expertise in specialized hand rehabilitation.
Outside of work, Susan enjoys staying active at the gym, playing golf,
and exploring new restaurants.
