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Kim McKearnan, PhD, OTR/L, is the founding director of UM’s pioneering Occupational Therapy Doctorate. A ÁÔÆæÖØ¿Ú native, she spent more than two decades as a practioner, professor and leader in pediatric acute care and rehabilitation in addition to conducting research on acute and chronic pain assessment and management in children with developmental and acquired disabilities.

Office: Skaggs 285
Phone: 406-243-6930
Email: kim.mckearnan@mso.umt.edu

Janna Smith, OTD, OTR/L, is a clinical assistant professor and Academic Fieldwork Coordinator dedicated to experiential learning, professional formation, and inclusive community practice. She earned her Doctor of Occupational Therapy from Boston University, where her doctoral project focused on emotion regulation and problem-solving interventions for incarcerated women.

Office: Skaggs 285
Phone: (406) 243-2363 
Email: janna.smith@umontana.edu

Amanda L. Carroll, PhD, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist and assistant professor whose scholarship bridges occupation, mental health, and social determinants of health. With a decade of practice across geriatrics, pediatrics, and mental health, she draws on clinical insight to shape evidence‑informed teaching and community partnerships. Carroll’s research examines veteran resilience, sleep–health relationships, and rural service access, informing population‑level OT interventions and occupational justice initiatives.

Office: Skaggs 285
Phone: (406) 243-2363 
Email: amanda.carroll@mso.umt.edu

Philip Nordeck, OTD, OTR/L, serves as Clinical Assistant Professor and Capstone Coordinator for UM’s Occupational Therapy Doctorate program. With a clinical doctorate from Rocky Mountain College, he brings expertise in capstone development, pediatric and mental health practice, and interests in innovative OT applications in nature and climate resilience.

Office: Skaggs 285
Phone: (406) 318-5873‬
Email: john.nordeck@mso.umt.edu

Molly Kimmel, OTR/L, is an Assistant Adjunct Professor in UM’s OTD Program. With clinical roots at St. Patrick Hospital, she continues statewide work with MonTECH, URLEND, and assistive technology initiatives, advancing access, education, and interdisciplinary practice across ÁÔÆæÖØ¿Ú.

Office: 251 Corbin Hall
Phone: 406-243-4779
Email: molly.kimmel@mso.umt.edu