A Team Approach at the Center for Assistive Technology (CAT)

CAT takes a team approach when working with clients and their families.

All members of our team have advanced training in assistive technology and are committed to staying on top of the latest technology.

Clients also are an important part of the team. Because assistive technology affects everyday life, you and your friends and family are not only part of the decision-making and education process, but are the experts in what works best for you.

The CAT Team

Physiatrists

Medical doctors (MD or DO) specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation
Address medical issues
Help clients and patients in making decisions about technology

Occupational and physical therapists

Certified as assistive technology practitioners
Analyze needs and help with selecting the appropriate technology
Provide training with selected devices

Rehabilitation engineers and rehab engineering technologists

Certified providers
Use engineering principles to make, customize, and fabricate assistive devices

Speech-language pathologists

Help clients who need augmentative and alternative communication devices

Audiologists

Study and evaluate hearing impairment and loss
Work to rehabilitate individuals with hearing disorders

Vocational rehabilitation counselors

Certified counselors
Specialize in social and vocational integration

Assistive and rehabilitation technology suppliers

Trained professionals certified by the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America
Help with the purchase and service of assistive technology products

Contact Us

Call 412-647-1310 or email catfrontdesk@upmc.edu for more information on CAT and our services.

Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD): 412-647-1325.

Center for Assistive Technology
Forbes Tower, Suite 3010
3600 Forbes Ave. and Meyran Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15213