Today our guest is Matthew Bernardo. Matt has extensive experience working with individuals diagnosed with various neurological conditions, with a specialty in visual, vestibular, and perceptual rehabilitation. He has presented to various healthcare professionals and students on the topic of vision rehab, TBI, and how concussion and TBI can impact a person’s ability to engage in daily activities. Matthew graduated from Thomas Jefferson University with a master’s degree in occupational therapy and is currently working on his doctorate from the same institution. He has 11 years of experience in physical rehabilitation and has worked across the spectrum of care, including acute care, inpatient, home heath, and outpatient rehabilitation. Matt is currently working at the Drucker Brain Injury Center at Moss Rehab in an outpatient center.
You will hear about fuctional vision rehabilitation and vision disturbances from Matt and how to pace yourself to achieve the greatest benefit from the time you spend with a therapist.