Credentials

MSc.(OT)

OT Reg.(BC)

Consultant Occupational Therapist

Functional Capacity Evaluation & Cost of Future Care Analysis

Biography

Professional Background

Carly Lightstone is a duly qualified and registered occupational therapist in good standing with The College of Occupational Therapists of British Columbia (COTBC) and the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT).

Education

She earned her bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from the University of British Columbia and her master’s degree in occupational therapy from the University of Western Ontario.

Experience

Professional Experience

With over 16 years of experience as a registered occupational therapist, Carly specializes in assessing and treating adults with complex physical, emotional, and cognitive injuries. Her career spans public acute care and private community rehabilitation sectors in Ontario and British Columbia, providing a comprehensive perspective on recovery.

Specializations

Neurological Disorders

Vascular Conditions

Chronic Diseases

Cognitive Impairments

Complex Medical and Psychosocial Issues

Research and Contributions

Research Projects

Carly has contributed to research projects in psychological adjustment to orthopedic procedures.

Lecturing and Consulting

She has lectured nationally and consulted on the CAOT private practice network committee.

Mentoring and Management

With over a decade of experience in mentoring and managing occupational therapists, Carly is renowned for her ability to assess individuals with complex injuries, effectively communicate findings, and provide insightful recommendations.

Professional Achievements

Expert Communication

Carly is known for her ability to effectively communicate findings and provide insightful recommendations.

Advanced Certifications

She specializes in functional capacity evaluation and cost of future care analysis.