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Dr. Kyra O. Gainous

Program Director

Pima Medical Institute-Houston

Dr. Kyra O. Gainous is a "Super Academic Partner" because:

She is a Program Director at Pima Medical Institute-Houston, where her program has partnered with Pass the OT since 2025. With a cohort of 22 students, she has significantly improved first-time passing rates through dedication and partnership with our program.

Fun Facts About Dr. Kyra O. Gainous

What is she in awe of?

I am in awe of the things our bodies can do if we stick to our goals and aspirations.

Her favorite sports team

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Her first pet

Poodle named Fubu 🙂

Her first car

Dodge Neon

Her favorite movie

Lasagna

Her hidden talent

Painting

Her favorite album

Toni Braxton (self-titled)

Who in history would she want to have coffee with?

Zora Neale Hurston

The most famous person she has met

Kirk Franklin

Her celebrity crush

Aaron Pierre

Why does she love occupational therapy?

I love occupational therapy because OT professionals understand what a meaningful life does to the mind, body, and soul from a health perspective.

Why does she love being a program director?

I love being a program director because I love turning civilian minds into OT minds. Seeing a student blossom from curiosity about the profession to thinking like an OT is amazing!

What is the best part of working with Pass the OT for her?

The best part of working with Pass the OT is the direct line of communication that is always available. Shane is always one email away. The communication, coupled with the ownership the program provides students over their own learning, is unmatched. Students go from being afraid of the test to feeling fired up and confident in their ability to succeed.

Hey, are you a Super Program Director?

Let’s find out! Connect with Stephanie Shane (sshane@passtheot.com) about partnering with us to help your students pass their NBCOT® exam. Let’s show the world your greatness.

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