… to warn of impending seizures November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month – a time to bring attention to one of the most common neurological disorders that … a seizure while engaging in activities like biking, cooking or driving, they can get hurt so they need to be more cautious than those without the disease. How can … engage in activities most meaningful while reducing risk of injury.   How did you get involved in epilepsy work?  I began my career working in a neurological rehab and …

… Student Life Area of Expertise Medical Education 2025 graduates look forward to a future with possibilities For the 619 graduates of the MGH Institute of Health Professions, today’s commencement is as much a beginning as it is an end. As President Paula Milone-Nuzzo told the graduates of … Nick Wilder gets his robe adjusted by classmate Heeeun Jeon. A group of graduates get creative with their photo angles. School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences and …

… first year students in the Entry-Level OTD program were tasked with creating a treatment plan for a fictional patient named Gladys. Split into four groups, the students moved between … with some of the adaptive equipment to do things such as put on socks and pants, get into the shower, or open jars needed for cooking, all while taking into account … with some of the adaptive equipment to do things such as put on socks and pants, get into the shower, or open jars needed for cooking, all while taking into account …

… Stroke Patients New Hope Topics Research Area of Expertise Brain Injury/Stroke A decade of research is paying off as first patient on the East Coast is now … while reinforcing with therapy and home practice, these abilities will remain and get stronger.  The promise of increased functionality is based on a two-year clinical … and I only run three miles every day around the same loop, I'm never going to get better at running - I'm just going to maintain my running ability. But if I want …

… an unforgettable day at the Olympics for MGH Institute alumna Deirdre McLoughlin, a physical therapist for Team USA rowing. Earlier today at Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical … and fine tune and then ultimately perform on the biggest stage,” said McLoughlin, a longtime physical therapist for USRowing. “You definitely shed some tears watching them, especially if they get a medal.” The squad took the lead at the 500-meter mark and then held off New …

… What was your Innovation Project title? Supporting Health for the Long Haul: A Self-Management Approach for Work Participation for People with Long COVID Tell us about your Innovation Project. This project features a self-management approach to manage chronic symptoms following COVID 19 infection, … breathing, energy conservation, sleep, communication, and coping strategies over a 6-week program. What do you think is special about the Post-Professional OTD …

… with Tony Sindelar as this class provided me insight into how to prepare for a career in academia and ways to make learning “stick”. Also, OH 882 Justice, Equity, … of interprofessional education and collaboration within the academic curricula is a critical step in promoting its future use in the practice setting. However, the … and subsequent attempts to mitigate the problem is limited. As it stands, there is a need to create innovative educational opportunities to clarify the role of the …

… the Dissemination Science and Advancing Practice of Health Professions and learned a lot about JEDI in the Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the Health … title? Emerg-OT: Occupational Therapy in the Emergency Department. EmergOT: A manual to support development and implementation of occupational therapy presence … in the emergency department Tell us about your Innovation Project. I discovered a gap in OT practice when searching for a subject for my innovation project: OT in …