Joann Prekezes, MS OTR/L, CHT
Position
Senior II (Master) Therapist
About Me
About Me
Joann Prekezes is a highly skilled Occupational Therapist who is HTCC certified (i.e. Certified Hand Therapist). She has over 12 years of experience treating upper extremity dysfunction including mutilated/traumatic hand. She specializes in complex peripheral nerve injuries, polytrauma, professional musicians, activity analysis and ergonomics. She is an expert in utilizing external supports to treat issues such as taping, casting and splinting. She regularly acts as a mentor to therapists and assists in creating educational content as it relates to the upper extremity.
Location
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
355 East Erie Street
Chicago, IL 60611
Education & Training
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Education
1999 – 2001
Rush University, Master's Degree
Affiliations
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ASHT (The American Society of Hand Therapists)
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CMHSG (Chicago Metro Hand Study Group)