Bailey Widener, MSOT, MPH, CNT, NTMTC, SBCS, OTR/L Clinical Research Occupational Therapist
Bailey Widener, MSOT, MPH, CNT, NTMTC, SBCS, OTR/L, is a dedicated Clinical Research Occupational Therapist at the Developing Brain Institute of Children’s National Hospital, where she has been contributing to advancing pediatric research since June 2024. Bailey holds dual master's degrees: a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) and a Master of Public Health (MPH) from Washington University (WashU) in St. Louis School of Medicine. During her tenure at WashU, she actively
participated in various research initiatives within the Institute for Public Health, focusing on child development, patient outcomes and global health. Notably, Bailey conducted field research in Cap Haitien, Haiti, examining child development and nutrition, contributing to efforts aimed at improving maternal and child health in resource-limited settings. Her clinical expertise encompasses neonatal therapy and early intervention, with experience in Level III and IV neonatal intensive care units. Bailey is a Certified Neonatal Therapist and Neonatal Touch and Massage Certified Therapist and specializes in supporting the developmental needs of infants and their families.
Passionate about neurodevelopment, maternal and caregiver well-being, and addressing social determinants of health, she integrates her clinical skills with a strong foundation in public health to contribute to interdisciplinary research and interventions aimed at promoting optimal developmental outcomes for children.
Address: 111 Michigan Ave. NW; Washington, D.C., 20010
Email: fetalbrain@childrensnational.org
Department: MRI Lab
2026 | April
Gothelf I, Andescavage N, Limperopoulos C, Kushal K, Pen RG, Liszka L, Widener BR, Cook KM. “Neighborhood Disadvantage Is Associated With Occupational Therapy Uptake in the NICU and Brain Volume Changes by Term Age.” Poster. Research, Education & Innovation Week 2026. Washington, D.C. April 2026.
Widener B, et al. “Assessing Developmental and Neuroprotective Care Practices Across the Children's National Medical Center (CNMC) NICU Network.” Poster. Research, Education & Innovation Week 2026. Washington, D.C. April 2026.