Frank Czuba, DrOT, OTR/L

Headshot of a smiling man Frank Czuba wearing glasses and a gray suit

Dr. Frank Czuba is an Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy in the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) at Governors State University (GovState). He earned a Doctor of Occupational Therapy from Governors State University and is a registered and licensed occupational therapist (OTR/L).

Dr. Czuba joined GovState in 2019 after 25-plus years of clinical occupational therapy practice and rehabilitation management. His teaching experience includes: development and delivery of non-academic, professional continuing education courses.

Dr. Czuba's Research Focus:

• Health and Wellness
• Leadership
• Rehabilitation

Relevant Work:

• Czuba, F., Cheng, K.W. (2026). Patterns and Correlates of Cannabis, Electronic Cigarettes, and Tobacco Use Among Illinois Adolescents. Discover Public Health. Submitted for publication.
• Czuba, F., Harshaw, J. (2025). Direct Access and Differential Diagnosis: A New Era for Illinois Occupational Therapy Practitioners. Illinois Occupational Therapy Association Communique.
• Czuba, F., Sain, K., Burke, B., Carr, M., Lending, D. (2024). Exploring the Role of Occupational Therapy in the Delivery of Trauma-Informed Services to Hospital-Based Clients. Journal of Applied Disciplines.
• Czuba, F., Schranz, C., Burley, N., Dermer, S., Mejta, C., Mayer, C. (2023). Development and Implementation of Substance Use Training for Allied and Behavioral Health Professionals. Addressing the Epidemic and Improving the Outcomes. Journal of Allied Health. Vol. 53, No. 3.

Dr. Czuba is available to talk about topics like health and wellness, leadership, and rehabilitation.

If you would like to arrange an interview with Dr. Czuba, please contact Zion Banks, Director of Communications, 708.235.7685 or zbanks@govst.edu.