Maggie Bohnert

Meet Maggie Bohnert

Clinic Manager, MOT, OTR/L

Maggie is from Central Illinois and currently resides in the Quad Cities. Maggie received her undergraduate degree her Masters of Occupational Therapy degree both from St. Ambrose University. Outside of work she enjoys being with her family and friends, going to the farmers market, and playing with her dog.

Why did you become an Occupational Therapist?

I wanted to become an occupational therapist in order to work with children. I have always been drawn to the pediatric population, even when I was in elementary school. The memory that comes to my mind is when I was in the 8th grade and I noticed that a Kindergartner had gotten in trouble and was sitting on the steps. This particular child was always in trouble and I remember thinking that there has to be a better way to help him do better in school, without him constantly getting in trouble. This experience set me on my path to become an occupational therapist. It has pushed me to want to empower children and show them that their strengths can outweigh any disability or barrier in their day to day life.

What are you involved with in your community?

I previously was involved with Optimist International and now enjoy participating in events such as Up with Families and Mississippi Area Bend Trykes.

Certifications:

• Handwriting Without Tears trained
• SOS Feeding Therapist

"The staff and clinicians are all very good. They answered all my questions, time spent with me was excellent and everyone showed great compassion."

"Everything is top notch! The expertise of the PTs and their caring attitude is exemplary. All the support staff are great!"

"I was very pleased with all of my care - pre op & post op. You did a wonderful job preparing me for surgery and getting me healed after."

"Excellent doesn't give the staff enough credit to how hard they work for their patient. All of the staff works very hard to give you extra help as each person needs."