{"id":25660,"date":"2023-08-17T15:27:11","date_gmt":"2023-08-17T15:27:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mainstreetpt.net\/dd-sports-med\/?post_type=our_team&#038;p=25660"},"modified":"2026-08-03T15:00:24","modified_gmt":"2026-08-03T19:00:24","slug":"mark-otr","status":"publish","type":"our_team","link":"https:\/\/mainstreetpt.net\/dd-sports-med\/our-team\/denton-location\/mark-otr\/","title":{"rendered":"Mark, MOT, OTR, CHT"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>About Mark, MOT, OTR, CHT &#8211; Your Certified Hand Therapist<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mark, MOT, OTR, CHT, is a dedicated Certified Hand Therapist with a passion for helping individuals regain their optimal hand and upper extremity function. His remarkable journey through adversity led him to a profound understanding of the transformative power of hand therapy. Mark&#8217;s unwavering commitment to his patients stems from his personal experience and professional expertise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Education and Background<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mark&#8217;s educational journey began at the prestigious University of North Texas, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology. Seeking to expand his knowledge and skills in the realm of rehabilitation, he furthered his studies at Texas Women&#8217;s University. In 2020, Mark proudly attained a Master&#8217;s degree in Occupational Therapy, setting the stage for his impactful career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A Personal Connection to Hand Therapy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mark&#8217;s introduction to the world of hand therapy came through a life-altering experience. In 2014, he was involved in an ATV accident that led to the loss of his right ring and middle fingers. This challenging event ignited his connection with D&amp;D Sports Medicine, where he embarked on a journey of rehabilitation and recovery. 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