Kristin Shepard OTD, CLWT, LANA CLT

Business Owner and Service Provider

Kristin Shepard is a Doctor of Occupational Therapy with over 10 years of clinical and professional experience. Kristin worked as a travel therapist for many years, which has helped to diversify her experience. She completed her certification in lymphedema and wound care in early 2021, and her practice and academic interests are centered on the management of lymphatic conditions. She received her Lymphedema Association of North America (LANA) certification in April 2022, and has demonstrated professional scholarship in her presentation to OTAC's annual conference discussing new research development in lymphedema management. She values evidence-based practices, and her interventions are supported by the most current research. Her Doctoral Capstone analyzed current barriers hindering patient access to lymphedema services to support a business development plan that improves patient outcomes and rate of compliance, reduces cost expenditures, aligns with the changing needs of our healthcare environment, and meets the community health needs of the Central Cost. She resides in the Los Osos and is the owner and service provider of Healing Horizons Occupational Therapy and Lymphedema Treatment.