David Dougherty
MOT, OTR/L, CHT | Everett | Mill Creek
"“I understand your time is valuable, and you're coming to see me to get better. I'll give you my best.”"
David has been a hand therapist for over 20 years. He completed his clinical internship at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C., after graduating with a Master of Occupational Therapy from Texas Woman’s University, and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Texas at Austin. He became a Certified Hand Therapist in 2018. David has worked as a hand therapist in D.C., Georgia, Texas, Louisiana, Washington, and the Middle East. David retired from the U.S. Army after 22 years of service, and settled in Lake Stevens, WA with his wife and children. He really enjoys the Pacific Northwest and all it has to offer. When he is not at work, David is involved in outdoor activities with his sons.
Education:
Master of Occupational Therapy - Texas Woman's University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - University of Texas at Austin
Specialized Training
- Astym®
- Custom splinting
- Hand/upper extremity
- Hand therapy
- Orthotic fabrication
- Post-operative care
- Scar management
- Wound care