Doctoral Capstone Projects

The doctoral capstone represents the culminating experience of the occupational therapy doctoral program. Through this mentored process, students apply advanced knowledge and leadership skills to address real‑world needs across diverse practice settings.

The projects featured here reflect innovative, evidence‑based work in areas such as program development, education, advocacy, leadership, quality improvement, and research. Each project was completed in collaboration with a site mentor and a doctoral faculty advisor.

Explore the scholarly work of our graduating students through their Doctoral Capstone Reports and Doctoral Capstone Poster Presentations.

Together, these projects highlight the impact of doctoral‑prepared occupational therapists on individuals, communities, and systems, in alignment with the Mercy mission.