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AOTA PodcastOccupational Therapy in Hospice & Palliative Care: Finding Purpose at Life's End How does occupational therapy help people live meaningfully even as life nears its end? In this deeply human episode of the AOTA Podcast, we sit down with Lindsey Buddelmeyer, OTD, MOT, OTR/L, Christian Jacobus, MD, FACEP, FAAHPM, David Benthall, MS, OTR/L, BCG, and Heather McKay, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, to explore how occupational therapy practitioners bring dignity, purpose, and connection to individuals navigating serious illness, hospice, and palliative care. Together, our guests share how OTPs address functional decline, support legacy work and life review, and empower caregivers facing loss and transition. From bedside stories to s...
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AOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelOccupational Therapy in Hospice & Palliative Care: Finding Purpose at Life's EndHow does occupational therapy help people live meaningfully even as life nears its end? In this deeply human episode of the AOTA Podcast, we sit down with Lindsey Buddelmeyer, OTD, MOT, OTR/L, Christian Jacobus, MD, FACEP, FAAHPM, David Benthall, MS, OTR/L, BCG, and Heather McKay, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, to explore how occupational therapy practitioners bring dignity, purpose, and connection to individuals navigating serious illness, hospice, and palliative care. Together, our guests share how OTPs address functional decline, support legacy work and life review, and empower caregivers facing loss and transition. From bedside stories to systems-level advocacy, this c...
2025-11-301h 17AOTA PodcastWFOT, Global Engagement, and Celebrating World Occupational Therapy DayWhat does it mean to think globally as an occupational therapy practitioner? On today's episode, we sit down with three internationally recognized leaders: Samantha Shann, MSc, PGCert, Dip COT (UK), FRCOT, President of the World Federation of Occupational Therapists, Ginny Stoffel, PhD, OT, FAOTA, AOTA Delegate to WFOT, and Douglene Jackson, PhD, OTR/L, LMT, ATP, CYT, FAOTA Alternate AOTA Delegate to WFOT, to explore the mission and impact of the World Federation of Occupational Therapists. Together, we dive into: WFOT's global role and its upcoming 75th anniversary in 2027 How practitioners and students can become members, volunteer, and enga...
2025-10-241h 09AOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelWFOT, Global Engagement, and Celebrating World Occupational Therapy DayWhat does it mean to think globally as an occupational therapy practitioner? On today's episode, we sit down with three internationally recognized leaders: Samantha Shann, MSc, PGCert, Dip COT (UK), FRCOT, President of the World Federation of Occupational Therapists, Ginny Stoffel, PhD, OT, FAOTA, AOTA Delegate to WFOT, and Douglene Jackson, PhD, OTR/L, LMT, ATP, CYT, FAOTA Alternate AOTA Delegate to WFOT, to explore the mission and impact of the World Federation of Occupational Therapists. Together, we dive into:WFOT’s global role and its upcoming 75th anniversary in 2027How practitioners and students can become members, volunteer, and engage...
2025-10-241h 09AOTA PodcastOccupational Therapy in Rural and Underserved CommunitiesIn this episode of AOTA Podcasts, we explore the unique challenges and inspiring opportunities for occupational therapy practitioners serving rural and underserved communities. Our guests, Kalyn Briggs, PhD, OTR/L, CLA and Tim Dionne, PhD, OTR/L, share real-world experiences, highlight innovative models of care, and discuss how OTPs can bridge gaps in access to health services. Listeners will learn about key resources, advocacy efforts, and opportunities to build professional networks that support rural practice. Resources: APA Preparing for practice in rural communities CMS Rural Health Strategy Rural Health I...
2025-05-0157 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelOccupational Therapy in Rural and Underserved CommunitiesIn this episode of AOTA Podcasts, we explore the unique challenges and inspiring opportunities for occupational therapy practitioners serving rural and underserved communities. Our guests, Kalyn Briggs, PhD, OTR/L, CLA and Tim Dionne, PhD, OTR/L, share real-world experiences, highlight innovative models of care, and discuss how OTPs can bridge gaps in access to health services. Listeners will learn about key resources, advocacy efforts, and opportunities to build professional networks that support rural practice. Resources: APA Preparing for practice in rural communities CMS Rural Health Strategy Rural Health Information Hub: Education and Training of the Rural Healthcare Workforce Rural H...
2025-05-0157 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelOccupational Therapy in Rural and Underserved CommunitiesIn this episode of AOTA podcasts, we explore the unique challenges and inspiring opportunities for occupational therapy practitioners serving rural and underserved communities. Our guests, Kalyn Briggs, PhD, OTR/L, CLA and Tim Dionne, PhD, OTR/L, share real-world experiences, highlight innovative models of care, and discuss how OTPs, can bridge gaps in access to health services. Listeners will learn about key resources, advocacy efforts, and opportunities to build professional networks that support rural practice.Resources:APA Preparing for Practice in Rural CommunitiesCMS Rural Health StrategyRural Health Information Hub: Education and Tra...
2025-04-3057 minAOTA PodcastFostering Intraprofessional Collaboration Between OTs and OTAsIn this episode, we're joined by Jennifer Johnson and Amanda Fonner to explore the dynamic collaboration between occupational therapists (OTs) and occupational therapy assistants (OTAs). Jennifer and Amanda share their insights into what makes OT/OTA partnerships successful, how understanding each other's roles enhances patient outcomes, and why teaching this collaboration is crucial for the next generation of practitioners. Whether you're an experienced practitioner, a student, or just curious about how intraprofessional collaboration can elevate occupational therapy, this episode is packed with practical advice and thoughtful reflections. Note: The speakers in this podcast have chosen to use the terms OT, O...
2025-03-2551 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelFostering Intraprofessional Collaboration Between OTs and OTAsIn this episode, we’re joined by Jennifer Johnson and Amanda Fonner to explore the dynamic collaboration between occupational therapists (OTs) and occupational therapy assistants (OTAs). Jennifer and Amanda share their insights into what makes OT/OTA partnerships successful, how understanding each other's roles enhances patient outcomes, and why teaching this collaboration is crucial for the next generation of practitioners. Whether you’re an experienced practitioner, a student, or just curious about how intraprofessional collaboration can elevate occupational therapy, this episode is packed with practical advice and thoughtful reflections. Note: The speakers in this podcast have chosen to use the terms...
2025-03-2551 minAOTA PodcastCelebrating National Black History and Women's History Month—First Voices, Future Paths: Advancing Health Equity and Leadership in Occupational TherapyIn honor of National Black History Month and Women's History Month, this special episode explores the invaluable contributions of Black women occupational therapy practitioners, scholars, and leaders who have shaped the profession and continue to drive health equity forward. We are joined by Arameh Anvarizadeh, Natalie Chang Wright, and co-host Varleisha Lyons to reflect on the legacy of trailblazers who broke barriers, discuss the ongoing challenges in diversifying the field, and highlight the critical role of occupational therapy in addressing health disparities. Featuring insightful conversations with established voices in OT, this episode examines the future of leadership, mentorship, and...
2025-03-051h 02AOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelCelebrating National Black History and Women's History Month—First Voices, Future Paths: Advancing Health Equity and Leadership in OccupatioIn honor of National Black History Month and Women's History Month, this special episode explores the invaluable contributions of Black women occupational therapy practitioners, scholars, and leaders who have shaped the profession and continue to drive health equity forward. We are joined by Arameh Anvarizadeh, Natalie Chang Wright, and co-host Varleisha Lyons to reflect on the legacy of trailblazers who broke barriers, discuss the ongoing challenges in diversifying the field, and highlight the critical role of occupational therapy in addressing health disparities. Featuring insightful conversations with established voices in OT, this episode examines the future of leadership, mentorship, and advocacy...
2025-03-051h 02AOTA PodcastFellowship ProgramsOn Today's episode, we speak with Tasha Holmes and Lauren Wlazelek about how AOTA Fellowship Programs can enhance your OT practice. They highlight the benefits and opportunities that recognized fellowships can bring to individual practitioners and organizations. Additionally, they share personal and systematic examples of how fellowship participation benefits students, practitioners, patients, universities, and health systems. Additional Resources: Visit the AOTA Fellowship homepage to learn more
2025-01-1558 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelFellowship ProgramsOn Today's episode, we speak with Tasha Holmes and Lauren Wlazelek about how AOTA Fellowship Programs can enhance your OT practice. They highlight the benefits and opportunities that recognized fellowships can bring to individual practitioners and organizations. Additionally, they share personal and systematic examples of how fellowship participation benefits students, practitioners, patients, universities, and health systems. Additional Resources: Visit the AOTA Fellowship homepage to learn more
2025-01-1558 min
AOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelBurnout and Compassion FatigueOn Today's episode we speak with DeOnna Clark, Beth, Johnson and Melissa Tilton about how you can identify, address, and prevent compassion fatigue and burnout in your OT practice. They highlight the need to destigmatize burnout and compassion fatigue, introduce the emotional PPE project, and provide personal and systematic recommendations to decrease the barriers that healthcare workers face when seeking, accessing, and receiving emotional and mental health support The 2024 AOTA Podcast episodes are sponsored by NYU Steinhardt’s top-ranked Department of Occupational Therapy. Additional Resources: Emotional PPE Project Professional Quality of Life website
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AOTA PodcastBurnout and Compassion FatigueOn Today's episode we speak with DeOnna Clark, Beth, Johnson and Melissa Tilton about how you can identify, address, and prevent compassion fatigue and burnout in your OT practice. They highlight the need to destigmatize burnout and compassion fatigue, introduce the emotional PPE project, and provide personal and systematic recommendations to decrease the barriers that healthcare workers face when seeking, accessing, and receiving emotional and mental health support The 2024 AOTA Podcast episodes are sponsored by NYU Steinhardt's top-ranked Department of Occupational Therapy. Additional Resources: Emotional PPE Project Professional Quality of Life...
2024-12-181h 25AOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: Handwriting Telehealth InterventionsToday we are joined by Dr. Denise Donica and Dr. Jana Cason to discuss occupational therapy and handwriting telehealth interventions. They draw on their own experience as school-based practitioners and OT educators to help OT professionals to understand and implement best practices for handwriting telehealth service delivery. Contact Hour Survey Additional Resources: AOTA Western Psychological Services Pearson Beery VMI Telehealth Share Youtube Adam the OT Handwriting Without Tears Size Matters Loops and Other Groups Pilot Study Expanding Telehealth
2024-10-3058 minAOTA PodcastEveryday Evidence: Handwriting Telehealth InterventionsToday we are joined by Dr. Denise Donica and Dr. Jana Cason to discuss occupational therapy and handwriting telehealth interventions. They draw on their own experience as school-based practitioners and OT educators to help OT professionals to understand and implement best practices for handwriting telehealth service delivery. Contact Hour Survey Additional Resources: AOTA Western Psychological Services Pearson Beery VMI Telehealth Share Youtube Adam the OT Handwriting Without Tears Size Matters Loops and Other Groups Pilot S...
2024-10-3058 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelThe Medicare Home Health Accessibility ActOn today's episode, we speak with AOTA Director of Quality Jamar Haggans and AOTA Senior Legislative Representative Andy Bopp. We discuss the Medicare Home Health Accessibility Act (Bill H.R.7148) and occupational therapy's role and impact within Medicare home health. Jamar and Andy share insights into their efforts to support OT quality and advocacy and provide recommendations for how practitioners can get involved and optimize their care. The 2024 AOTA Podcast episodes are sponsored by NYU Steinhardt’s top-ranked Department of Occupational Therapy. Additional Resources: Take Action Page AOTA Fact Sheet Home Health Evaluation Checklist Home Health Micro Credential
2024-10-1637 min
AOTA PodcastThe Medicare Home Health Accessibility ActOn today's episode, we speak with AOTA Director of Quality Jamar Haggans and AOTA Senior Legislative Representative Andy Bopp. We discuss the Medicare Home Health Accessibility Act (Bill H.R.7148) and occupational therapy's role and impact within Medicare home health. Jamar and Andy share insights into their efforts to support OT quality and advocacy and provide recommendations for how practitioners can get involved and optimize their care. The 2024 AOTA Podcast episodes are sponsored by NYU Steinhardt's top-ranked Department of Occupational Therapy. Additional Resources: Take Action Page AOTA Fact Sheet ...
2024-10-1637 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: The Rehabilitation Treatment Specification SystemToday we are joined by Susan Fasoli. In addition to being an active member of AOTA and the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine, Susan is a Professor Emerita of occupational therapy at MGH institute of health professions where she has conducted, published, and disseminated research related to robot assisted therapy and cognitive skills training, the importance of interprofessional collaboration, and the rehabilitation treatment specification system (RTSS). She shares information related to RTSS and gives recommendations on how students, practitioners, educators, and researchers can enhance their practice by applying the RTSS. Contact Hour Survey Additional Resources: American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine: Im...
2024-09-2539 minAOTA PodcastEveryday Evidence: The Rehabilitation Treatment Specification SystemToday we are joined by Susan Fasoli. In addition to being an active member of AOTA and the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine, Susan is a Professor Emerita of occupational therapy at MGH institute of health professions where she has conducted, published, and disseminated research related to robot assisted therapy and cognitive skills training, the importance of interprofessional collaboration, and the rehabilitation treatment specification system (RTSS). She shares information related to RTSS and gives recommendations on how students, practitioners, educators, and researchers can enhance their practice by applying the RTSS. Contact Hour Survey Additional Resources:
2024-09-2539 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelMaternal-Infant Mental HealthOn today's episode we speak with Apple Sepulveda. Apple is a co-founder of the nurture collective, occupational therapist and lactation consultant. We discuss the importance and process of addressing maternal and infant mental health within the scope of OT to facilitate improved developmental and wellness outcomes. She shares recommendations for occupational therapy practitioners across settings and resources to support change and best practices. The 2024 AOTA Podcast episodes are sponsored by NYU Steinhardt’s top-ranked Department of Occupational Therapy. Nurture Collective Brazelton's Touchpoints Erikson Institutes MAMMHA Screening App Postpartum Support International
2024-09-1140 min
AOTA PodcastMaternal-Infant Mental HealthOn today's episode we speak with Apple Sepulveda. Apple is a co-founder of the nurture collective, occupational therapist and lactation consultant. We discuss the importance and process of addressing maternal and infant mental health within the scope of OT to facilitate improved developmental and wellness outcomes. She shares recommendations for occupational therapy practitioners across settings and resources to support change and best practices. The 2024 AOTA Podcast episodes are sponsored by NYU Steinhardt's top-ranked Department of Occupational Therapy. Nurture Collective Brazelton's Touchpoints Erikson Institutes MAMMHA Screening App Postpartum Su...
2024-09-1140 min
AOTA PodcastAll Wheels Up: Addressing Air Travel AccessibilityOn today's episode we speak with Alexandra Bruce. Alexandra serves as the medical advisory board chair and advocacy committee chair for the non-profit organization All Wheels Up. We discuss the barriers and risks that people with disabilities face when participating in air travel, and proposed solutions to improve air travel accessibility including designated wheelchair zones on planes and standardized training for airport and airline employees. She shares recommendations to address accessibility and air travel performance for occupational therapy practitioners across settings and resources to support change and equity. The 2024 AOTA Podcast episodes are sponsored by NYU Steinhardt's to...
2024-08-2850 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelAll Wheels Up: Addressing Air Travel AccessibilityOn today's episode we speak with Alexandra Bruce. Alexandra serves as the medical advisory board chair and advocacy committee chair for the non-profit organization All Wheels Up. We discuss the barriers and risks that people with disabilities face when participating in air travel, and proposed solutions to improve air travel accessibility including designated wheelchair zones on planes and standardized training for airport and airline employees. She shares recommendations to address accessibility and air travel performance for occupational therapy practitioners across settings and resources to support change and equity. The 2024 AOTA Podcast episodes are sponsored by NYU Steinhardt’s top-ranked Department of O...
2024-08-2850 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelSexuality and IntimacyJuly 2024This podcast contains explicit sexual information and is not suitable for all audiences. Listener discretion is advised.On today's episode we speak with certified sexuality counselor and Doctor of OT, Kathryn Ellis. We discuss the book Sexuality and Intimacy and she provides expert opinion and recommendations to help students, clinicians, and researchers improve how they address sexuality and intimacy in practice. AOTA Press: Sexuality and Intimacy an Occupational Therapy ApproachDr. Kathryn Ellis WebpageRead the episode transcript
2024-07-3151 min
AOTA PodcastSexuality and IntimacyOn today's episode we speak with certified sexuality counselor and doctor of OT, Kathryn Ellis. We discuss the book Sexuality and Initmacy and she provides expert opinion and recommendations to help students, clinicians, and researches improve how they address sexuality and intimacy in practice. The 2024 AOTA Podcast episodes are sponsored by NYU Steinhardt's top-ranked Department of Occupational Therapy. Resources: Sexuality and Intimacy Textbook Kathryn Ellis Resource page
2024-07-3150 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelPeer MentoringOn today's episode we speak with Ariel Schwartz, Micah Peace Urquilla, Nikola Davern, Alix Herer, Jesse, and Dheva about their research and experiences with peer mentorship for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and co-occurring mental health conditions. They share perspectives and recommendations to encourage stakeholder participation and leadership in the development and application of peer mentoring programs. The 2024 AOTA Podcast episodes are sponsored by NYU Steinhardt’s top-ranked Department of Occupational Therapy. Resources: PODCAST - Meet Boston University Peer Mentoring Research Team PODCAST - Mentoring and Research YOUTUBE - Boston University Mentoring and Research Team RESEARCH ARTICLE - 'Being a P...
2024-06-1942 min
AOTA PodcastPeer MentoringOn today's episode we speak with Ariel Schwartz, Micah Peace Urquilla, Nikola Davern, Alix Herer, Jesse, and Dheva about their research and experiences with peer mentorship for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and co-occurring mental health conditions. They share perspectives and recommendations to encourage stakeholder participation and leadership in the development and application of peer mentoring programs. The 2024 AOTA Podcast episodes are sponsored by NYU Steinhardt's top-ranked Department of Occupational Therapy. Resources: PODCAST - Meet Boston University Peer Mentoring Research Team PODCAST - Mentoring and Research YOUTUBE...
2024-06-1942 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelBilling and Coding for Caregiver Training ServicesThe Current Procedural Terminology 2024 code, that is effective as of January 1, 2024, includes a new subsection containing three new codes related to caregiver training without the patient present. On today's episode we speak with AOTA's incoming Executive Director Katie Jordan about the changes and implications for billing and coding practices. The 2024 AOTA Podcast episodes are sponsored by NYU Steinhardt’s top-ranked Department of Occupational Therapy.
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AOTA PodcastBilling and Coding for Caregiver Training ServicesThe Current Procedural Terminology 2024 code, that is effective as of January 1, 2024, includes a new subsection containing three new codes related to caregiver training without the patient present. On today's episode we speak with AOTA's incoming Executive Director Katie Jordan about the changes and implications for billing and coding practices. The 2024 AOTA Podcast episodes are sponsored by NYU Steinhardt's top-ranked Department of Occupational Therapy.
2024-04-2435 min
AOTA PodcastEveryday Evidence: Applications of Artificial Intelligence in OT PracticeOn today's episode we are joined by Ganesh Babulal and Sarah Brzeszkiewicz. We discuss their work and research related to integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into OT Practice. They give recommendations on how to use artificial intelligence to enhance occupational therapy services for clients and provide examples and summaries of how AI can be applied to older adults. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: Applications of Artificial In...
2024-04-1056 min
AOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: Applications of Artificial Intelligence in OT PracticeOn today's episode we are joined by Ganesh Babulal and Sarah Brzeszkiewicz. We discuss their work and research related to integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into OT Practice. They give recommendations on how to use artificial intelligence to enhance occupational therapy services for clients and provide examples and summaries of how AI can be applied to older adults. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: Applications of Artificial Intelligence in OT Practice Add...
2024-04-1056 min
AOTA PodcastMental Health First AidOn today's episode we speak with Christine Urish about Mental Health First Aid. Mental Health First Aid is a course that teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. The training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis. The 2024 AOTA Podcast episodes are sponsored by NYU Steinhardt's top-ranked Department of Occupational Therapy. Resources: :National suicide and crisis lifeline: 988
2024-03-2737 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelMental Health First AidOn today's episode we speak with Christine Urish about Mental Health First Aid. Mental Health First Aid is a course that teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. The training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis. The 2024 AOTA Podcast episodes are sponsored by NYU Steinhardt’s top-ranked Department of Occupational Therapy. Resources: :National suicide and crisis lifeline: 988 Crisis text line: 741-741 The Trevor Project for...
2024-03-2737 min
AOTA PodcastEveryday Evidence: Activating Behavior for Lasting Engagement (ABLE)On today's episode we are joined by assistant professor and director of the Disability and WELLness laboratory at the University of MInnesota, Emily Kringle. We discuss her work on developing the ABLE and duoABLE projects, which are behavioral activation-based interventions aimed to reduce post-stroke sedentary behavior through engagement in meaningful daily activities. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: Contact Hour Survey Additional Resources: ABLE Intervention: https://doi.org/10.1080/10749357.2019.1623437 https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2020.040345 B...
2024-03-1344 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: Activating Behavior for Lasting Engagement (ABLE)On today's episode we are joined by assistant professor and director of the Disability and WELLness laboratory at the University of MInnesota, Emily Kringle. We discuss her work on developing the ABLE and duoABLE projects, which are behavioral activation-based interventions aimed to reduce post-stroke sedentary behavior through engagement in meaningful daily activities. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: Contact Hour Survey Additional Resources: ABLE Intervention: https://doi.org/10.1080/10749357.2019.1623437 https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2020.040345 Behavioral Activation: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cpr.2010.04.001 Sedentary Behavior: h...
2024-03-1344 min
AOTA PodcastThe National Black Occupational Therapy CaucusToday we are joined by three founders of the National Black Occupational Therapy Caucus (NBOTC), Dr. Joyce Lane, Ms. Jerry Bentley, and Dr. Lela Llorens, and the current NBOTC President, Dr. Riqiea Kitchens. Also joining us in the interview is Varleisha Lyons, VP of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, Access, and Belonging at AOTA. Our guests reflect on their experiences in occupational therapy and preview the NBOTC 50th anniversary celebration, "An Enduring Legacy," planned for AOTA INSPIRE 2024. The 2024 AOTA Podcast episodes are sponsored by NYU Steinhardt's top-ranked Department of Occupational Therapy. Resources: Learn more...
2024-02-2851 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelThe National Black Occupational Therapy CaucusToday we are joined by three founders of the National Black Occupational Therapy Caucus (NBOTC), Dr. Joyce Lane, Ms. Jerry Bentley, and Dr. Lela Llorens, and the current NBOTC President, Dr. Riqiea Kitchens. Also joining us in the interview is Varleisha Lyons, VP of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, Access, and Belonging at AOTA. Our guests reflect on their experiences in occupational therapy and preview the NBOTC 50th anniversary celebration, “An Enduring Legacy,” planned for AOTA INSPIRE 2024. The 2024 AOTA Podcast episodes are sponsored by NYU Steinhardt’s top-ranked Department of Occupational Therapy. Resources: Learn more about NBOTC and get involved here: https...
2024-02-2851 min
AOTA PodcastToxic Stress in Children and Youth Featuring Maribeth CliftonToday's episode is sponsored by NYU Steinhardt's top-ranked Department of Occupational Therapy. We speak with Maribeth Clifton, occupational therapist and professor at University of Nebraska Medical Center. She shares details about her AOTA INSPIRE short course as we discuss stress, trauma, occupational performance, and provide recommendations on how to address mental health and community health as a practitioner. Resources https://developingchild.harvard.edu/ https://www.nctsn.org/ Clifton, M., Boden, L., & Milton, L. E. (2022). Toxic stress in children and youth: Exploring the role of community‐based programming to support health and wel...
2024-01-3135 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelToxic Stress in Children and Youth Featuring Maribeth CliftonToday's episode is sponsored by NYU Steinhardt’s top-ranked Department of Occupational Therapy. We speak with Maribeth Clifton, occupational therapist and professor at University of Nebraska Medical Center. She shares details about her AOTA INSPIRE short course as we discuss stress, trauma, occupational performance, and provide recommendations on how to address mental health and community health as a practitioner. Resources https://developingchild.harvard.edu/ https://www.nctsn.org/ Clifton, M., Boden, L., & Milton, L. E. (2022). Toxic stress in children and youth: Exploring the role of community‐based programming to support health and well‐being in the United States. Children & Society, 36(1), 137-148. ht...
2024-01-3135 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: Early Childhood CompetenciesToday I am joined by Mary Beth Bruder, Professor of Public Health Sciences and Health Promotion, Pediatrics, and Educational Psychology at UConn and The director of Evidence Based Practice at AOTA, Susan Cahill. We discuss Early Childhood Intervention, comprehensive systems of personnel development, and best practices for interdisciplinary care. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: Early Childhood Competencies Additional Resources Early Childhood Personnel Center: https://ecpcta.org/cross-disciplinary-competencies/
2024-01-1752 min
AOTA PodcastEveryday Evidence: Early Childhood CompetenciesToday I am joined by Mary Beth Bruder, Professor of Public Health Sciences and Health Promotion, Pediatrics, and Educational Psychology at UConn and The director of Evidence Based Practice at AOTA, Susan Cahill. We discuss Early Childhood Intervention, comprehensive systems of personnel development, and best practices for interdisciplinary care. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: Early Childhood Competencies Additional Resources Early Childhood Personnel Ce...
2024-01-1752 min
AOTA PodcastIdentifying Ethical Dilemmas in PracticeOn today's episode we speak with Leslie Bennett, the Chairperson of the Ethics Commission at AOTA. We discuss medical ethics, common red flags practitioners can keep an eye out for, and outline real life scenarios and recommendations to facilitate ethical awareness and practice. Become an AOTA member today: aota.org/membership Additional Resources: Code of Ethics: https://research.aota.org/ajot/article/74/AOTA-2020-Occupational-Therapy-Code-of-Ethics AOTA Ethics Page: https://www.aota.org/practice/practice-essentials/ethics
2023-12-201h 04AOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelIdentifying Ethical Dilemmas in PracticeOn today's episode we speak with Leslie Bennett, the Chairperson of the Ethics Commission at AOTA. We discuss medical ethics, common red flags practitioners can keep an eye out for, and outline real life scenarios and recommendations to facilitate ethical awareness and practice. Become an AOTA member today: aota.org/membership Additional Resources: Code of Ethics: https://research.aota.org/ajot/article/74/AOTA-2020-Occupational-Therapy-Code-of-Ethics AOTA Ethics Page: https://www.aota.org/practice/practice-essentials/ethics
2023-12-201h 04AOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: Alzheimer's Disease Practice GuidelinesOn today's episode we speak with Stacy Smallfield and Liz Metzger who co-authored the Occupational Therapy Practice Guidelines for Adults Living with Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Neurocognitive Disorders. We discuss the research, case studies, and clinical recommendations included in the practice guidelines and they provide tips, tricks, and recommendations to help all practitioners enhance their practice when working with this population. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: Alzheimer's Disease Pract...
2023-12-1345 min
AOTA PodcastEveryday Evidence: Alzheimer's Disease Practice GuidelinesOn today's episode we speak with Stacy Smallfield and Liz Metzger who co-authored the Occupational Therapy Practice Guidelines for Adults Living with Alzheimer's Disease and Related Neurocognitive Disorders. We discuss the research, case studies, and clinical recommendations included in the practice guidelines and they provide tips, tricks, and recommendations to help all practitioners enhance their practice when working with this population. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: Alz...
2023-12-1345 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelPublic Health Conversations with Kate BarlowOn today's episode we speak with American International College Professor and CDC Act Early Ambassador, Kate Barlow. We discuss the importance of occupational therapy in public health and how practitioners can increase their scope and have a larger role in public health initiatives. Become an AOTA member today: aota.org/membership Additional Resources: Massachusetts Act Early: https://www.maactearly.org/ Developmental Screening Week: Healthcarenews.com Find your Act Early Ambassador: cdc.gov Follow OT ECHO on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/OTECHOAIC
2023-11-2938 min
AOTA PodcastPublic Health Conversations with Kate BarlowOn today's episode we speak with American International College Professor and CDC Act Early Ambassador, Kate Barlow. We discuss the importance of occupational therapy in public health and how practitioners can increase their scope and have a larger role in public health initiatives. Become an AOTA member today: aota.org/membership Additional Resources: Massachusetts Act Early: https://www.maactearly.org/ Developmental Screening Week: Healthcarenews.com Find your Act Early Ambassador: cdc.gov Follow OT ECHO on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/OTECHOAIC
2023-11-2938 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: 50 Studies Every Occupational Therapist Should KnowOn today's episode we speak with Beth Pyatak and Elissa Lee who co-edited a book in the 50 studies every doctor should know series “50 Studies Every Occupational Therapist Should Know”. We discuss seminal research included in the book and they provide tips, tricks, and recommendations to help all practitioners find, consume, and apply evidence to practice. Access a FREE chapter for listening to our show here: Chapter 26: Occupation-Based Interventions for Addictive Disorders Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/e...
2023-11-1544 min
AOTA PodcastEveryday Evidence: 50 Studies Every Occupational Therapist Should KnowOn today's episode we speak with Beth Pyatak and Elissa Lee who co-edited a book in the 50 studies every doctor should know series "50 Studies Every Occupational Therapist Should Know". We discuss seminal research included in the book and they provide tips, tricks, and recommendations to help all practitioners find, consume, and apply evidence to practice. Access a FREE chapter for listening to our show here: Chapter 26: Occupation-Based Interventions for Addictive Disorders Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute su...
2023-11-1544 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelVolunteer Leadership DevelopmentOn today's episode we speak with the Chairperson of the Volunteer Leadership Development Committee (VLDC), Moira P. Bushell. She describes the role of VLDC and outlines how volunteering with AOTA can enhance knowledge, practice, and community. Additional resources: Get Involved: https://www.aota.org/community/get-involved Volunteer Groups: https://www.aota.org/community/volunteer-groups Volunteer Center: https://communot.aota.org/volunteer/volunteer-center Email: vldc@aota.org
2023-10-2538 min
AOTA PodcastVolunteer Leadership DevelopmentOn today's episode we speak with the Chairperson of the Volunteer Leadership Development Committee (VLDC), Moira P. Bushell. She describes the role of VLDC and outlines how volunteering with AOTA can enhance knowledge, practice, and community. Additional resources: Get Involved: https://www.aota.org/community/get-involved Volunteer Groups: https://www.aota.org/community/volunteer-groups Volunteer Center: https://communot.aota.org/volunteer/volunteer-center Email: vldc@aota.org
2023-10-2538 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: Journal of Acute Care Occupational TherapyOn today's episode we speak with Hannah Oldenburg and Jennifer Bergstrom, the founders of the Journal of Acute Care Occupational Therapy. They share the story of starting the journal and provide recommendations for practitioners to consume and apply evidence to enhance their practice. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: Journal of Acute Care Occupational Therapy Additional Resources: Journal of Acute Care Occupational Therapy Youtube Channel Twitter
2023-10-1154 min
AOTA PodcastEveryday Evidence: Journal of Acute Care Occupational TherapyOn today's episode we speak with Hannah Oldenburg and Jennifer Bergstrom, the founders of the Journal of Acute Care Occupational Therapy. They share the story of starting the journal and provide recommendations for practitioners to consume and apply evidence to enhance their practice. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: Journal of Acute Care Occupational Therapy Additional Resources: Journal of Acute Care Occupational Therapy...
2023-10-1154 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelThe role of Occupational Therapy in the GUIDE modelOn today's episode we speak with the Executive Director of Memory Care Home Solutions Jill Cigliana, and Scott Trudeau, the Director of Practice Engagement at AOTA. They outline the Guiding an improved Dementia Exerpeience Model (GUIDE) recently announced by the Centers for Meidcare and Medicaid Services and provide recommendations for how OT practitioners can advocate for their own involvement in the model's application. Additional resources: GUIDE Model Dementia Care Evidence Based Programs Family Caregiver Alliance Alzheimer's Association Teepa Snow Memory Care Home Solutions
2023-10-041h 09
AOTA PodcastThe role of Occupational Therapy in the GUIDE modelOn today's episode we speak with the Executive Director of Memory Care Home Solutions Jill Cigliana, and Scott Trudeau, the Director of Practice Engagement at AOTA. They outline the Guiding an improved Dementia Exerpeience Model (GUIDE) recently announced by the Centers for Meidcare and Medicaid Services and provide recommendations for how OT practitioners can advocate for their own involvement in the model's application. Additional resources: GUIDE Model Dementia Care Evidence Based Programs Family Caregiver Alliance Alzheimer's Association Teepa Snow Memory Care Home Solutions
2023-10-041h 09AOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: The Transformative Justice InitiativeOn today's episode we speak with Dr. Lisa Jaegers about working with the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Centers of Excellence for Total Worker Health, founding the Saint Louis University (SLU) Transformative Justice Initiative (TJI), directing the OT Transition and Integration Services (OTTIS) program, and Facilitating the Justice Based Occupational Therapy network. She details how occupational therapy can play a role in the justice system and provides recommendations for practitioners across settings. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.ao...
2023-09-131h 09
AOTA PodcastEveryday Evidence: The Transformative Justice InitiativeOn today's episode we speak with Dr. Lisa Jaegers about working with the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Centers of Excellence for Total Worker Health, founding the Saint Louis University (SLU) Transformative Justice Initiative (TJI), directing the OT Transition and Integration Services (OTTIS) program, and Facilitating the Justice Based Occupational Therapy network. She details how occupational therapy can play a role in the justice system and provides recommendations for practitioners across settings. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute s...
2023-09-131h 09
AOTA PodcastAOTA Inspire 2024On today's episode we speak with Frank Gainer, Vice President of meetings and events at AOTA about the background, concerns, and additional measures and efforts related to the INSPIRE 2024 conference in Orlando Florida. To learn more, join AOTA’s virtual INSPIRE Update on September 6, 2023 from 8:00 – 9:00 pm ET. There is no cost to attend but registration is required. https://www.aota.org/events/calendar/orlando-update
2023-08-3040 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: Including Caregivers Across the Care ContinuumOn Today's Episode we speak with Beth Fields about her research and efforts that examine the quality, access, and outcomes of caregivers across the continuum of care. She shares evidence and practical applications to help you be not only client centered, but client and family centered in your practice. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: Caregivers Geriatric Health Services Lab: https://kinesiology.education.wisc.edu/research/geriatric-health-services-research-lab/ Care assessment tool: htt...
2023-08-1650 min
AOTA PodcastEveryday Evidence: Including Caregivers Across the Care ContinuumOn Today's Episode we speak with Beth Fields about her research and efforts that examine the quality, access, and outcomes of caregivers across the continuum of care. She shares evidence and practical applications to help you be not only client centered, but client and family centered in your practice. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: Caregivers Geriatric Health Services Lab: https://kinesiology.education.wisc.edu/re...
2023-08-1650 min
AOTA PodcastEveryday Evidence: Substance Use and Occupational TherapyOn today's episode we discuss the March 2023 special issue of the journal Substance Abuse: Research and Treatment on substance use and occupational therapy. Emily Rothman, Amy Mattila, and Deirdre Ryan share information related to occupational therapy's role in working with people effected by substance use disorder and provide evidenced based recommendations for clinical practice, education, and research. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: Substance Use and Occupational Th...
2023-07-121h 09AOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: Substance Use and Occupational TherapyOn today's episode we discuss the March 2023 special issue of the journal Substance Abuse: Research and Treatment on substance use and occupational therapy. Emily Rothman, Amy Mattila, and Deirdre Ryan share information related to occupational therapy's role in working with people effected by substance use disorder and provide evidenced based recommendations for clinical practice, education, and research. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: Substance Use and Occupational Therapy Additional Resources: Ar...
2023-07-121h 09
AOTA PodcastEveryday Evidence: The American Journal of Occupational Therapy Featuring Stacey ReynoldsOn today's episode of Everyday Evidence we speak with the editor and chief of the American Journal of Occupational Therapy, Stacey Reynolds. We talk all things AJOT, discuss the state of the science within occupational therapy, and she shares recommendations on how you can get involved and improve your own consumption and application of research to practice. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: The American Journal of Oc...
2023-06-1441 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: The American Journal of Occupational Therapy Featuring Stacey ReynoldsOn today's episode of Everyday Evidence we speak with the editor and chief of the American Journal of Occupational Therapy, Stacey Reynolds. We talk all things AJOT, discuss the state of the science within occupational therapy, and she shares recommendations on how you can get involved and improve your own consumption and application of research to practice. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: The American Journal of Occupational Therapy Additional Re...
2023-06-1441 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: TBI Practice GuidelinesOn Today's episode we discuss the Occupational Therapy Practice Guidelines for Adults with traumatic brain injury and the work Dr. Steven Wheeler and Dr. Amanda Acord-Vira do conducting research related to TBI at West Virginia University. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: TBI Practice Guidelines Additional Resources: Previous guidelines available in AOTA store: https://myaota.aota.org/shop_aota/product/900386?_ga=2.131410575.164824537.1683567977-2097165767.1609778166 WVU TBI Services Program: https://tbi.cedwvu.org/
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AOTA PodcastEveryday Evidence: TBI Practice GuidelinesOn Today's episode we discuss the Occupational Therapy Practice Guidelines for Adults with traumatic brain injury and the work Dr. Steven Wheeler and Dr. Amanda Acord-Vira do conducting research related to TBI at West Virginia University. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: TBI Practice Guidelines Additional Resources: Previous guidelines available in AOTA store: https://myaota.aota.org/shop_aota/product/900386?_ga=2.131410575.164824537.1683567977-2097165767.1609778166 WVU...
2023-05-101h 02AOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: A Multi-site Quality Improvement ProjectOn today's episode we are joined by Taelor Coyle and Kelly Tanner who were part of a multi-site quality improvement project titled “Implementing Parent Coaching in Occupational Therapy for Young Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Multi-Site Project”. We discuss their project, outcomes, and stategies for implementing quality improvement initiatives. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey: SURVEY Additional Resources: AOTA Quality Page AOTA Practice Guidelines The Early Childhood Coaching Handbook IHI Website
2023-04-1234 min
AOTA PodcastEveryday Evidence: A Multi-site Quality Improvement ProjectOn today's episode we are joined by Taelor Coyle and Kelly Tanner who were part of a multi-site quality improvement project titled "Implementing Parent Coaching in Occupational Therapy for Young Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Multi-Site Project". We discuss their project, outcomes, and stategies for implementing quality improvement initiatives. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey: SURVEY Additional Resources: AOTA Quality Page AOTA Practice Guidelines The Early Childhood Coaching Handbook IHI Website
2023-04-1234 min
AOTA PodcastMaximizing Your Impact as a New Practitioner with AOTAOn today's episode we speak with Sue Ram and Krysti Teng, new practitioners and emerging leaders within occupational therapy. They share how they've used AOTA resources and connections to transition from students to practicioners. We discuss how to make meaningful connections that encourage best practice and how to combat common struggles including burnout and feeling confident in your practice. Resources: What is Occupational Therapy Infographic Join an SIS Community on CommunOT Best Practices for Occupational Therapy in Schools Interventions to Improve Children's Academic Participation: A Systematic Review Sp...
2023-03-2259 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelMaximizing Your Impact as a New Practitioner with AOTAOn today's episode we speak with Sue Ram and Krysti Teng, new practitioners and emerging leaders within occupational therapy. They share how they've used AOTA resources and connections to transition from students to practicioners. We discuss how to make meaningful connections that encourage best practice and how to combat common struggles including burnout and feeling confident in your practice. Resources: What is Occupational Therapy Infographic Join an SIS Community on CommunOT Best Practices for Occupational Therapy in Schools Interventions to Improve Children’s Academic Participation: A Systematic Review Special Interest Section Student Internship Program AOTA Sensory Integration and Processing SIS Ment...
2023-03-2259 min
AOTA PodcastEveryday Evidence: Ready to Learn and Play Sensory Regulation FrameworkOn today's episode I speak with Amanda Newchok and Erin O'Hara about the Ready to Learn and Play sensory regulation framework. We discuss the "why's" of sensory based intervention, how they developed this framework to make sensory regulation accessible and understandable to clients and caregivers, and how to share your OT magic with clients to facilitate regulatoin and improved occupational performance. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Ready to Learn and Play Additional Resources:
2023-03-0840 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: Ready to Learn and Play Sensory Regulation FrameworkOn today's episode I speak with Amanda Newchok and Erin O'Hara about the Ready to Learn and Play sensory regulation framework. We discuss the "why's" of sensory based intervention, how they developed this framework to make sensory regulation accessible and understandable to clients and caregivers, and how to share your OT magic with clients to facilitate regulatoin and improved occupational performance. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Ready to Learn and Play Additional Resources: https://www.readytolearnandplay.com/ Email A...
2023-03-0840 min
AOTA PodcastINSPIRE 2023 PreviewOn today's episode we preview AOTA's 2023 INSPIRE annual conference and expo which takes place in Kansas City, Missouri April 20-23. We speak with AOTA president Alyson Stover, Fireside Chat presenter Sarah Thomas, and Keynote Speaker John O'Leary. They share what they are most excited for about conference, tips and tricks to get the most out of your experience, and preview the messages they will present at INSPIRE 2023. Register for conference today: Registration
2023-02-221h 01
AOTA PodcastConnecting 988 and Occupational Therapy Featuring Ginny Stoffel and Lisa MahaffeyToday we are joined by Virginia "Ginny" Stoffel and Lisa Mahaffey. Ginny and Lisa were instrumental in the 988 Nationwide mental health crisis and suicide prevention program. We discuss the 988 Suicide and Crisis lifeline, it's connection to occupational therapy, and principles and implications of 988 for occupational therapy practitioners across settings. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=988 AOTA 988 clinical topic Connecting OT and 988 infographic Opportunities for Practitioners to collaborate in shaping mental hea...
2023-01-251h 05AOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelConnecting 988 and Occupational Therapy Featuring Ginny Stoffel and Lisa MahaffeyToday we are joined by Virginia “Ginny” Stoffel and Lisa Mahaffey. Ginny and Lisa were instrumental in the 988 Nationwide mental health crisis and suicide prevention program. We discuss the 988 Suicide and Crisis lifeline, it's connection to occupational therapy, and principles and implications of 988 for occupational therapy practitioners across settings. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=988 AOTA 988 clinical topic Connecting OT and 988 infographic Opportunities for Practitioners to collaborate in shaping mental health policy and practice to support the 988 initiative Substance Abuse a...
2023-01-251h 05
AOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: Interventions for Caregivers of People with Stroke Systematic Review featuring Mary Hildebrand and Amanda MackOn today's episode we speak with Dr. Mary Hildebrand and Dr. Amanda Mack about the Systematic Review addressing the question “What is the evidence for the effectiveness of interventions within the scope of occupational therapy practice for caregivers of people who have had a stroke that facilitate maintaining participation in the caregiver role?”.We discuss principles and implications of caregiver interventions and the evidenced related to their implementation to promote increased health and well-being for patients and caregivers. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms...
2023-01-1140 min
AOTA PodcastEveryday Evidence: Interventions for Caregivers of People with Stroke Systematic Review featuring Mary Hildebrand and Amanda MackOn today's episode we speak with Dr. Mary Hildebrand and Dr. Amanda Mack about the Systematic Review addressing the question "What is the evidence for the effectiveness of interventions within the scope of occupational therapy practice for caregivers of people who have had a stroke that facilitate maintaining participation in the caregiver role?".We discuss principles and implications of caregiver interventions and the evidenced related to their implementation to promote increased health and well-being for patients and caregivers. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey: https://fo...
2023-01-1140 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelAOTA Billing and Documentation Discussion Featuring Kelsey Berg and Regina BraswellOn Today's episode, we speak with Kelsey Berg, Clinical Operations Manager at Evolent Health (formerly Magellan Health), and Gina Braswell, Senior Manager of Provider Relations at Evolent Health (formerly Magellan Health). They detail their roles in utilization review and share how they approach reviewing occupational therapy documentation and authorization requests. They share important recommendations for quality documentation and quality care. Please help AOTA improve its podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Billing and DocumentationAdditional Resources: Centers for Medicare and M...
2022-12-071h 03AOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelAOTA Advocacy Discussion with Jill TigheOn Today's episode we speak with AOTA’s Grassroots and Political Action Committee Specialist Jill Tighe. Jill manages AOTA's Legislative Action Center and AOTA's Annual Advocacy Events. We discuss advocacy, policy, and hear recommendations on how to begin or continue to advocate for occupational therapy. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Advocacy Additional Resources: congress.gov AOTPAC aota.org/takeaction email fad@aota.org with advocacy related questions
2022-11-2842 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: Clinical Management of Covid-19 Living GuidelineOn Today's episode we speak Malachy Clancy about the World Health Organization's Clinical Management of Covid-19 Living Guideline. He shares his role in contributing to the guideline and outlines important information and recommendations from the guideline and specifically chapter 24: Care of Covid-19 patients after acute illness. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Covid-19 Living Guideline Additional Resources: WHO Living Guideline Long Covid Alliance Long Covid Physio
2022-10-2635 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: Patient Reported Outcome MeasuresOn today's episode we discuss the patient-reported outcomes measurement information system (PROMIS) with Brocha Stern and Craig Velozo. We discuss what patient-reported outcomes measures are and head from our guests how to access, administer, score and use them within organizations and throughout clinical practice. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Patient Reported Outcome Measures Additional resources: Health Measures Site: https://www.healthmeasures.net/search-view-measures PROMIS Health Organization: https://www.promishealth.org/ AJOT Article: https://research.aota.org/ajot/article/76/2/7602090010/23200/Clin...
2022-08-3157 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelAOTA President and Vice President Alyson Stover and Arameh AnvarizadehOn today's episode we speak with Alyson and Arameh about the journey that brought them to become AOTA President and Vice President, the priorities and goals for their terms of service, and reccomendations for OT professionals across settings to propel our profession to new heights. Please help AOTA improve its podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence
2022-08-1757 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: Hot Evidence with Katie CasperoOn today's episode we discuss the Hot Evidence Infographics and clinical applications for practitioners with Katie Caspero. Listen along as we summarize the evidence and research found in the graphics and hear tips and takeaways for improving your own application of research and evidence to practice. See the graphics for yourself at https://www.aota.org/practice/practice-essentials/evidencebased-practiceknowledge-translation Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: Hot Evidence with Katie Caspero
2022-05-1126 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: Chronic Conditions Practice GuidelinesOn today's episode we discuss the Chronic Conditions Practice Guidelines and clinical applications for practitioners with Dr. Stacy Smallfield and Dr. Beth Fields. Listen along as we summarize the evidence and research found in the guidelines and hear case studies, clinical recommendations, and major takeaways from content experts. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: Chronic Conditions Practice Guidelines Additional Resources: Institute for Health Care Improvement: http://www.ihi.org/ AOTA Position Statement: https://research.aota.org/ajot/ar...
2022-04-2051 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: Post Acute Care Systematic ReviewOn today's episode we discuss Post-Acute Care Systematic Review with Dr. Beth Hunter and Julie Malloy. They give background on the importance of emphasizing quality care in OT practice and how you can help clients avoid adverse health events and increase their quality of life by participating fully in meaningful occupations. Please help AOTA improve its podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: Post Acute Care Systematic ReviewQuestions about quality? Email AOTA at quality@aota.or
2022-02-0932 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: Knowledge Translation ToolkitOn Today's Episode we speak with Dr.s Kelly Tanner and Lisa Juckett about the development of the knowledge translation toolkit. We discuss barriers to implementing evidence into clinical practice and outline resources that can enable practitioners across settings to implement evidence informed care into their clinical scope. Please help AOTA improve its podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: Knowledge Translation Toolkit
2022-01-0538 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: EBP BasicsToday we speak with Dr. Beth Hunter about her work with the Evidenced Based Practice Team at AOTA. Beth summarizes the basic principles of evidenced-based practice and shares how you can use systematic reviews, practice guidelines and additional resources to improve your knowledge and practice. Please help AOTA improve its podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: EBP Basics
2021-11-0340 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: The Student Fieldwork Experience at AOTAOn today's episode we speak with current practitioner Julia Kuehn about her lived experience as a fieldwork student with AOTA's evidence based practice team. Fieldwork and life as a new practitioner can be stressful and overwhelming. Julia offers advice to help students select meaningful and successful fieldwork experiences, prepare for the NBCOT, transition to practice, and incorporate EBP in a fieldwork setting and as budding practitioners.
2021-10-2047 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: OTPF Case ApplicationsDr. Caitlin Synovec and Julie Miller share their experience developing the "Application of the OTPF-4 to Support and Advance OT" short course and outline three case applications using the OTPF in person, group, and population interventions. Help AOTA improve our podcasts by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: OTPF 4th Edition Case Applications
2021-08-251h 06AOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: OTPF 4th edition with Dr. Julie DorseyOn today’s episode we speak with the chair of occupational therapy at Ithaca college and the chair of AOTA’s Commission on Practice, Dr. Julie Dorsey. We discuss the importance and process of developing the practice framework, review the updates and changes to the guiding document of our profession, and explore the OTPF 4th edition’s implications for everyday practice.Help AOTA to improve our podcasts by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: OTPF 4th Edition with Dr. Julie DorseyAdditional resources:OTPF 4th edition...
2021-06-1647 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelEveryday Evidence: Measurement in OT with Dr. Craig VelozoWe re-visit the 2021 Eleanor Clarke Slagle lecture titled “Using Measurement to Highlight OT’s Distinct Value” with featured guest Dr. Craig Velozo. Dr. Velozo offers a new perspective on applying measurement to practice and gives recommendations for OT practitioners to be leaders in using measurement in a more client centered way through Rasch analysis and item response.Help AOTA improve podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing our 1 minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: Measurement in OT with Dr. Craig Velozo Additional Resources: Free Key-form recovery...
2021-05-1943 minAOTA's Occupational Therapy ChannelAOTA Celebrates National Occupational Therapy MonthAs an occupational therapist, occupational therapy assistant, educator, or student, you help people to participate in the things they want and need to do. In today’s episode, we speak with occupational therapists Shannen Marie Coley and Dr. Heather Jackson-Pena, who are using their platforms to educate thousands in celebration of Occupational Therapy Month. If you missed this year’s OT Month celebration, don’t forget that you can celebrate occupational therapy throughout the year. Share your OT pride every day by shopping our OT Month products and exploring our list of ideas at www.aota.org/otmonth.
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AOTA Everyday EvidenceLife After StrokeStroke deaths are down, which is great, but that means more people are living with the chronic symptoms after a stroke. AOTA's Digital Editor Stephanie Yamkovenko talks to occupational therapists Dawn Nilsen, EdD, OTL, and Glen Gillen, EdD, OTR, FAOTA, about the effectiveness of occupational therapy for people who have had a stroke.
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