Evidence-based practice (EBP) is one of the cornerstones of current occupational therapy practice. Research shows that entry-level occupational therapists report difficulty implementing current evidence into practice. A gap exists between knowledge and application of EBP for several reasons, including poor development of critical thinking skills, lack of knowledge or understanding, poor managemnt of time, and lack of confidence in transferring EBP to practice settings. To bridge the gap between current evidence and practice, a clinical fellowship is proposed for master’s-level occupational therapy students to participate in a 2-week, physician-supervised, clinical rotation to initiate and develop a critical pathway for treatment intervention. This fellowship would focus on students chosen by the program director and fieldwork coordinator. The proposed fellowship addresses the growing gap between current research and clinical practice implementation. The future of occupational therapy practice depends on entry-level therapists’ preparation regarding critical thinking, problem, solving, and EBP implementation. Considering the overwhelming amount of information available via the Internet, access to relevant material is a concern for clinicians. To bridge the gap, a clear guide for developing and implementing research-based evidence must be established. Students must be able to identify and appraise relevant research to support interventions in practice.
