| Bio |
Dr. Melanie M. Tidman DHSc, MA, OTR/L, MHP
Professional Bio
Dr. Tidman completed a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy, a Master’s Degree in Educational Psychology, and a Doctorate in Health Science degree, contributing to her 40+ years in healthcare delivery. During her professional experience, Dr. Tidman owned and operated an outpatient Pediatric rehabilitation center for 22 years, has advanced expertise in neurosurgery intensive care and adult and pediatric rehabilitation, has published several articles about telehealth, healthcare reform, Occupational Therapy fieldwork education, Parkinson’s Disease, and is a contributing chapter author for an Occupational Therapy textbook. Her book “Families in ICU: A Survival Guide” was published by Xlibris publishers in October 2015 and is the first book in a series of educational guides for families of patients with neurological conditions. Her second book, “Families in the Rehabilitation Center and Beyond” was published in February 2017.
Dr. Tidman also conducts field research for the Colorado Parkinson’s Foundation, and her 2019 research study was published in February 2020 in the Journal of Neurodegenerative Disease Management. Dr. Tidman is currently conducting a field research study on Parkinson’s Disease and LCHF/Ketogenic Nutrition, with the publication of this study in February 2022.
Dr. Tidman is an Adjunct Professor for A.T. Still University’s Doctorate in Health Science program, Liberty University Doctorate in Health Science program, Colorado Christian University’s Master in Healthcare Administration program, and Nova Southeastern University’s PhD in Occupational Therapy program. Dr. Tidman has particular expertise in healthcare delivery, patient/familiy-centered care, ketogenic and low carb approaches to chronic diseases, Parkinson's Disease management, Diabetes management, and adult neurological disorders. |
