… representing 580,000 occupational therapists.  Keynote speakers spoke on broad justice issues such as climate change, that affect people’s ability to engage in meaningful occupations. Professor Dr. Diane Smith presented on food … Associate Professor Dr. Sarah McKinnon presented on implementing strategies to address JEDI principles and interprofessional educational curriculum …

… Split into four groups, the students moved between four rooms, each focusing on an area important to patient care, and each led by a lab instructor, three of whom are MGH Institute … bathing and dressing. That included practicing with some of the adaptive equipment to do things such as put on socks and pants, get into the shower, or open jars needed … groups, the students moved between four rooms, each focusing on an area important to patient care, and each led by a lab instructor, three of whom are MGH Institute …

… and other personal care items were created by KinsIHP, a student group focusing on building community for LGBTQIA+ students at the MGH Institute. The bags will be donated to two local LGBTQIA+ Youth non-profit organizations:  BAGLY and OUT WestMetro . … of years but became active again in August of 2023. The mission of KinsIHP is to offer a safe space for the LGBTQIA+ community and allies at the institute. The …

… her MGH Institute colleagues in the Occupational Therapy department for her work on community-based and collaborative experiences that she provided for the … Level I Fieldwork experiences.   "Mary Beth is a valuable instructor and mentor to our students in our Level I Fieldwork courses, and she is regarded highly by … attitude," said Emily Eddy , ELOTD Program Director. "Our Fieldwork team wanted to recognize her distinct contributions and nominated her to share the great work …

… filled the hallways outside of room 230 during the Buddy Meet and Greet in 2CW on Tuesday. Organized by the MGH Institute’s Student Occupational Therapy Association … Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) students a fun and relaxed opportunity to connect with second-year OTD students, ask questions, and begin building meaningful relationships. “The goal here is to have the first-year, second-year, and third-year OTD students on campus get to …

… Topics Health & Wellness Area of Expertise Rehabilitation Telemedicine “You have to be super flexible and let go of that plan you originally had,” said Maggie deLong, … in the Department of Occupational Therapy, moderated the virtual Zoom event to an audience of MGH Institute students, faculty, and staff. The panelists discussed the impact of telepractice on the client relationship and the ability to build empathic and compassionate …

… Professions for Multilingual Learners were at 1CW last Thursday for a career fair to learn about the educational pathways, knowledge, and skills necessary in some of … and Audiology  programs led the CHS students in learning activities related to their field. The CHS students will then create a presentation on a health career of their choice as a part of their elective.  “They were speaking …

… pinned 30 students from the Entry-Level Doctor of Occupational Therapy program to welcome them to the community.  That community includes those that have come before at the MGH … the ability to connect with them.     “ Your future patients and clients will rely on you for competence in delivering science-based interventions, while supporting … pinned 30 students from the Entry-Level Doctor of Occupational Therapy program to welcome them to the community.  That community includes those that have come …