Occupational therapists work with patients with neurological, orthopedic, or musculoskeletal disorders and treatment can be beneficial after injury, trauma, or surgery. Occupational therapy focuses on upper extremity function to restore independence with activities of daily living such as dressing, bathing, household tasks, and returning to work. Our clinicians will build a treatment plan around your goals, so you can achieve what’s important to your life.



  ### Occupational Therapy 

- [Contact Us](#contact-us)
- [Specialty Clinics](#specialty-clinics)
- [Programs and Services](#programs-and-services)
- [Conditions We Treat](#conditions-we-treat)
- [Our Team](#our-team)
- [Patient Resources](#patient-resources)
- [Department News](#department-news)
- [Residency and Fellowship Information](#residency-and-fellowship-information)
 
   Physical and Occupational Therapy has moved from the Preston Building to South Bay (39B District Ave, Dorchester). 

 

  ## Contact Us

#####  South Bay Location 

 

 [ 39B District Ave., Dorchester, MA 02125   
South Bay ](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/39B+District+Avenue,+Boston,+MA) 

 [617.638.7869](tel:617.638.7869) 

Monday-Thursday - 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Friday - 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM

 

 

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#####  Hyde Park Location 

 

 [ 890 River St., Boston, MA 02136   
Hyde Park ](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/BMC+Physical+and+Occupational+Therapy+-+Hyde+Park,+890+River+St,+Boston,+MA+02136/@42.3202091,-71.1539123,12z/data=!4m8!4m7!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x89e37a6ae50ba8c7:0xfac1ca957330ab82!2m2!1d-71.1079526!2d42.2619331) 

 [617.638.0330](tel:617.638.0330) 

Monday-Thursday - 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Friday - 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM

 

 

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#####  Winthrop Location 

 

 [ 17 Main St., Winthrop, MA 02152   
Winthrop ](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Winthrop+Neighborhood+Health+Physical+and+Occupational+Therapy+Winthrop,+MA+02152) 

 [617.638.0300](tel:617.638.0300) 

Monday-Thursday - 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Friday - 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM

 

 

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  ## Specialty Clinics

  [### Physical and Occupational Therapy

A department providing personalized PT/OT, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and sports rehab to support recovery and mobility, helping patients regain function, build strength, and return to daily activities.

 

 

 ](/departments/physical-and-occupational-therapy)  [### Physical Therapy

A program within the Department of Physical and Occupational Therapy providing physical therapy (physio) to help patients recover from injury, improve movement, and manage pain through personalized treatment and rehabilitation.



 

 

 ](/departments/physical-and-occupational-therapy/physical-therapy)  [### GenderCare Center

A program providing gender health services and gender-affirming care for people across the gender spectrum, including clinical support, hormone therapy, surgical consultation, and coordinated care.

 

 

 ](/departments/gendercare-center)  [### Orthopedic Surgery

An orthopedic surgery program specializing in hip replacement surgery and knee replacement surgery. Our team provides advanced surgical techniques, personalized care plans, and comprehensive rehabilitation to improve quality of life and movement.



 

 

 ](/departments/orthopedic-surgery)  [### Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Center

A center within the Department of Neurology where movement disorder specialists and Parkinson’s specialists diagnose and treat Parkinson’s disease and related disorders with personalized care to improve symptoms and quality of life.

 

 

 ](/departments/neurology/parkinsons-disease-and-movement-disorders-center)  [### Pain Clinic (Pediatrics)

A pediatric specialty care program that provides pediatrics pain management for children and teens through cognitive and behavioral strategies, physical therapy, mindfulness, massage therapy, medications, reflexology, and integrative therapies

 

 

 ](/departments/pediatric-specialty-care/pain-clinic-pediatrics)  [### Rheumatology

A program providing rheumatologic medicine for joint and autoimmune diseases, including diagnosis and treatment for gout, lupus, vasculitis, psoriasis, and other inflammatory conditions, with coordinated, multidisciplinary care.



 

 

 ](/departments/rheumatology)  [### Stroke and Cerebrovascular Center

A comprehensive stroke center within the Department of Neurology providing advanced stroke treatment for ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke with expert cerebrovascular care.

 

 

 ](/departments/neurology/stroke-and-cerebrovascular-center)  ## Programs and Services

  [### Rehabilitation, Orthopedics, & Imaging at South Bay

Boston Medical Center’s Rehabilitation clinic has moved to a new location within South Bay and is joined by Orthopedic and Radiology services. Through a collaborative care model, Orthopedic clinicians and Radiology services are available to patients in this state-of-the-art facility. 

 

 

 ](/physical-occupational-therapy/rehabilitation-orthopedics-imaging-south-bay)  ## Conditions We Treat

- [Abdominal Pain and Pelvic Floor Disorders](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/abdominal-pain-and-pelvic-floor-disorders)
- [Balance Disorders](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/balance-disorders)
- [Bone and Joint Replacement](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/bone-and-joint-replacement)
- [Bone Fracture](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/bone-fracture)
- [Concussion](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/concussion)
- [De Quervain's Tendonitis](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/de-quervains-tendonitis)
- [Dyspareunia](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/dyspareunia)
- [Interstitial Cystitis (IC)](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/interstitial-cystitis-ic)
- [Lymphedema](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/lymphedema)
- [Overactive Bladder Disorder (OAB)](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/overactive-bladder-disorder-oab)
- [Parkinson's Disease](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/parkinsons-disease)
- [Pelvic Floor Weakness](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/pelvic-floor-weakness)
- [Pelvic Organ Prolapse](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/pelvic-organ-prolapse)
- [Pelvic Pain](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/pelvic-pain)
- [Spinal Fractures](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/spinal-fractures)
- [Walking Abnormalities (Gait Abnormalities)](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/walking-abnormalities-gait-abnormalities)
 
 

 



  ## Our Team

**Karen Mattie, MSPT**  
Director, Rehabilitative Services

**Kara Schworm, MSPT, CCS**  
Manager, Inpatient Rehabilitative Services

**James Sherman, PT, DPT**  
Manager, Outpatient Rehabilitative Services, Winthrop Neighborhood Health

**Jeffrey Merritt**  
Operations Manager, Rehabilitative Services

**Sara Aliperti, PT, DPT, MS, OCS**  
Manager, Outpatient Rehabilitative Services, Boston Medical Center Campus



 

 

 

 

 



 

  ## Patient Resources

  [### Preparing for your PT or OT Visit

What to know before your visit, payment and insurance Information, common questions and more.

 

 

 ](/physical-occupational-therapy/preparing-your-visit) 

  ## Department News

###  [Humberto Is Determined to Recover from His Accident. His Loved Ones and BMC Care Team Are Making Sure to Get Him There](https://www.bmc.org/stories/humbertos-story) 

 ‘First-Class Care’ after a Life-Altering Hit-and-RunOn July 28, 2024, Humberto and his wife, Adriana, were walking towards a festival in Franklin Park when a vehicle drove into Humberto from behind…

 May 08

 

 ![News article icon](/themes/custom/bmc_base_theme/assets/images/placeholders/news.png) 



  ## Residency and Fellowship Information

## Physical and Occupational Therapy Education & Training for Students

Clinical affiliations with accredited PT, PT, and OT programs:

### Physical Therapy

- Boston University
- Drexel University
- Ithaca University
- MGH – IHP
- Northeastern University
- Quinnipiac
- Simmons
- Springfield College
- University of Indianapolis
- UMass – Lowell
- University of Rhode Island

### Occupational Therapy

- Boston University
- MGH-IHP
- Springfield College
- Tufts
- UNH
- University of Indianapolis

### Physical Therapy Assistant

- Baystate College
- University of Indianapolis



   

 



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