… nearly 100 Americans experience a stroke and for most, a long and difficult road to partial recovery will follow. Occupational, physical, and speech-language therapy … paradigm for neurologically based therapies in stroke recovery. As a clinician, I find it very rewarding to see a therapy that has been based on decades of fundamental … neuroplasticity for survivors of ischemic stroke so that their brain relearns how to perform daily activities that were routine prior to their stroke. Vivistim is …

… MGH Institute and RSM US LLP Teaming Up to Tackle Literacy at Charlestown High School … MGH Institute and RSM US LLP Teaming Up to Tackle Literacy at Charlestown High School Area of Expertise Literacy & Language … literacy.” Identifying and addressing literacy gaps means walking a fine line in how a student is categorized.  “We want to be sure we utilize appropriate assessment …

… for Change Topics Communication Sciences & Disorders Outcomes & Career Paths To acknowledge Neurodiversity Celebration Week , we asked Sarah and Stephanie to share about their organization, how their neurodiversity is infused into their work, and their thoughts on … have above-average work-life balance and self-compassion. Be kind to yourself and find like-minded allies. We’re stronger together.   …

… Chronic Illness & Disability Rehabilitation A contingent from the MGH Institute’s Occupational Therapy Department traveled to Washington, D.C. to highlight the critical role of occupational therapy in … country for the American Occupational Therapy Association’s (AOTA) Annual Hill Day on September 19. Each of them met with legislators from their home constituencies in …

… IHP Alum’s Road to the Olympics Began Modestly … IHP Alum’s Road to the Olympics Began Modestly Topics Clinical Experience Outcomes & Career Paths … I never envisioned when I entered the MGH Institute’s doctoral program but look at how things turned out.  Read about Deirdre McLoughlin’s experience in Paris, where … that many PTs who rowed. And I coached rowing for a long time too. And so, when someone comes to the table with some shoulder pain, I can immediately say, ‘Let me …

… brought together occupational therapists from across Europe and around the world to share knowledge, expertise, and advancements in the profession.  As the first … Barlow, OT, OTD, of American International College. Their presentation focused on OT ECHO, an international online mentorship program designed to support … The next OT-Europe Congress will be held in 2028. To learn more or register, visit OT ECHO .   …

… Class of 25: Amy Donabedian, OT, OTD, OTR (Pronouns: she/her) View Amy's Linkedin Profile Name and credentials: Amy Donabedian, OT, OTD, OTR Degree and … Driver Rehabilitation and Community Mobility” I developed a course curriculum plan to increase knowledge and assessment skills for the occupational therapy generalist … program? I chose this program primarily because of its unique bridge aspect. As someone with a bachelor’s degree, I needed a program that would fulfill the required …

… New SHRS Dean Looks to Advance IHP’s Mission … New SHRS Dean Looks to Advance IHP’s Mission Topics Leadership Area of Expertise Rehabilitation With … my expertise.” Plummer was chosen after the IHP conducted a nationwide search to find a leader with the knowledge and skill to work with the six separate programs in … interim dean of SHRS. “Working closely with Laura over the past year, I have seen how creative and energetic she is. I am excited about the vision and leadership she …

… Equity PT Social Justice Conference Provides Knowledge and Resources When it comes to providing patients with optimal care, physical therapists must consider social … Justice, and Health Equity,” the recent day-long event hosted by the MGH Institute’s Department of Physical Therapy . “As physical therapists, it’s vital that we stay … therapists – many of whom are IHP graduates – on topics including homelessness, how where a person lives affects their lives, racism in maternal care, and trans and …