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Gina served as a supervisor of occupational therapy at Children’s Specialized Hospital for over two decades where she provided a multitude of children with individualized compassionate care in the most fun and playful manner. Gina was also passionate about research in the field of occupational therapy and autism and she participated in a published research study in collaboration between Children’s Specialized Hospital and Thomas Jefferson University, investigating the effectiveness of Ayres Sensory Integration with autistic children. Gina was participating in another research study examining interventions for autistic children in collaboration with CSH, Albert Einstein Medical Center and Thomas Jefferson University, and Gina was part of the team coordinating another study focusing on Ayres Sensory Integration with younger autistic children. Gina held the position of Clinical Director for New Jersey Autism Center of Excellence and in her role she has shared her advanced clinical skills and child and family-centered approach to treatment through staff and family training and program development. Gina was also participating in a research study on upper extremity orthotic devices for children with cerebral palsy in conjunction with Rutgers.

Gina has been committed to growing evidenced based practice, understanding the individual, the science, and providing the opportunity for families to live their best lives.