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Auriemma, Donald

Auriemma, Donald

Associate Professor and Chair

Occupational Therapy

Phone: 718-262-2725
Office Location: AC-1D02
Email: dauriemma@york.cuny.edu

I obtained my BS in Occupational Therapy from York in 1982. Between 1985 and 1998, I worked as an Adjunct Lecturer for the York College Occupational Therapy Program. In 1998, I made the transition to a full-time faculty role as an Assistant Professor, and by 2004, I was promoted to the position of Associate Professor. Since 2017 and up to the present day, I've had the privilege of serving as the Chair of the Department of Occupational Therapy.

Office Hours

DayTime
Monday-Thursday9:00AM -4:00 PM

Education

DegreeInstitutionFieldDates
MS Queens College of the City University of New York Execerise Sciences 1985 
BS York College of the City University of new York Occupational Therapy 1982 

Areas of Expertise

  • As an occupational therapy educator, I specialize in physical disabilities. My knowledge and clinical experience cover: orthopedics, neurorehabilitation, assistive technology, home health, acute care, and outpatient services.

Publications in Field Of Expertise

Books

Articles

Chapters

  • Auriemma, D.. "Juan: Myocardial Infarction." Case Studies for Contemporay Occupational Therapy Practice: Guiding Critical Thinking for Students. 2023: 3-10.
  • Auriemma, D.A. "Song: Cerebral Vascular Accident." Case Studies for Contemporay Occupational Therapy Practice: Guiding Critical Thinking for Students. 2023: 11-18.
  • Auriemma, D.. "Hannah: Congestive Heart Failure." Case Studies for Contemporay Occupational Therapy Practice: Guiding Critical Thinking for Students. 2023: 27-34.
  • Auriemma, D.. "Derrick; Traumatic Brain Injury." Case Studies for Contemporay Occupational Therapy Practice: Guiding Critical Thinking for Students. 2023: 103-110.
  • Auriemma, D.. "Ting: Osteoporosis." Case Studies for Contemporay Occupational Therapy Practice: Guiding Critical Thinking for Students. 2023: 161-168.
  • Auriemma, D.. "Epa: Diabetes." Case Studies for Contemporay Occupational Therapy Practice: Guiding Critical Thinking for Students. 2023: 187-192.
  • Auriemma, D., Hutchinson, C., & Pagpatan, V.. "Jose: Alcohol Abuse." Case Studies for Contemporay Occupational Therapy Practice: Guiding Critical Thinking for Students. 2023: 213-220.
  • Auriemma, D.. "Zoran: Depression." Case Studies for Contemporay Occupational Therapy Practice: Guiding Critical Thinking for Students. 2023: 239-246.
  • Auriemma, D., Hutchinson, C., & Pagpatan, V.. "Emmanuel: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder." Case Studies for Contemporay Occupational Therapy Practice: Guiding Critical Thinking for Students. 2023: 263-270.
  • Auriemma, D.. "Case Study, Mr. Lamb." Texture of Life: Purposeful Activities in Occupational Therapy. 2004: 186-189.

Non Refereed Proceedings

Reviews

Other

Presented Papers, Lectures, and Exhibitions and Performances

Professional Honors, Prizes, Fellowships

  • York College Center of Students with Disabilities Certificate of Appreciation: 2023.
  • New York State Occupational Therapy Association Certificate of Recognition: 2022.
  • York College Presidential Award for Outstanding Contribution in Service: 2009.
  • York College National Society of Leadership and Success Excellence in Teaching: 2018.
  • New York State Occupational Therapy Association Certificate of Recognition: 2003.
  • New York State Occupational Therapy Association Certificate of Recognition: 2001.
  • Montefiore Medical Center-Home Health Agencies Director's Award for Direct Patient Care: 1989.

Grants-In-Aid

  • PSC-CUNY Research Award Award #626440031), Validity of the York College Practical Examination Tool for Progam Admission, Professors Lillian Kaplan and Donald Auriemma. 07/01/2000: $3,550.00.

Offices Held In Professional Societies

  • New York State Occupational Therapy Association, Treasurer: 07/2002-06/2004.
  • New York State Occupational Therapy Association, Chair Finance Committee: 07/2002-06/2004.
  • New York State Occupational Therapy Association, Treasurer: 07/2000-06/2002.
  • New York State Occupational Therapy Association, Chair Finance Committee: 07/2000-06/2002.
  • New York State Occupational Therapy Association, Continuing Education Committee: 07/2000-06/2002.

Other Professional Activities and Public Service

  • Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology Society of North America, Assistive Technology Professional: 2009 - 2014.
  • Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology Society of North America, Assistive Technology Practitioners: 2005-2009.
  • Board Recertified in Neuro-rehabilitation by the American Occupational Therapy Association Specialties Board: 1999-2006.
  • Certified as an Exercise Specialist by Queens College of City University New York: 1985.
  • Licensed Occupational Therapist by New York State Department of Education: 1982-preset.
  • Registered by National Board for National Certification in Occupational Therapy Inc.: 1982-preset.
  • Editorial Board Physical and Occupational Therapy in Geriatrics, Member: 08/2098-7/2021.