… Education The MGH Institute is collaborating with Charlestown High School on an after-school program that engages English language learners in building health … and exploring careers in the health professions. Ten students attend twice a week to learn about the educational pathways and knowledge and skills needed for different … and an Assistant Professor, and students Emerson Casey and Lauren Kemmer on how adaptive equipment can help people dress and prepare food.  “The high schoolers …

… I was taking real, everyday problems that I see at my place of work and going to class with them. I felt heard and understood by my classmates and professors … during a time when I felt burnt out from the pandemic and was looking to find my spark for OT again. I was looking for mentorship and guidance from someone/somewhere that I respected. The second I jumped on a call with Sarah, I …

… Life Those entering the physical therapy field help their patients on a day-to-day basis, but in between appointments and lessons they are working to strengthen … “I chose physical therapy because at its core it’s about allowing people to find their own strength,” shared Yuchao Wang, DPT ’24.  With over 578,000 physical … great way to emphasize this,” Bayangos shared. “We were able to show our attendees how they, as physical therapists, can not only make an impact on their individual …

… Chronic Illness & Disability Rehabilitation For years, it has been the place to turn to for care and concern, expertise and education, a refuge where those who … helpful is the overall support I’ve received,” said Glanzman. “Just the fact that someone else thinks I can do these things gives me the confidence to go out and do … is all about.  Whether it is cooking a meal, planting an herb garden, or learning how to use an iPad to video chat with family, these activities are important, and the …

… us of the professional duties of the occupational therapist and the imperative to both take care of patients and to care for them,” noted Dr. Berner. “It reflects the social contract we share with … our work goes beyond the body; it touches the spirit. When therapy is tied to what someone loves, motivation grows, resilience deepens, and true healing begins,” said …

… The IHP Interview: Kathy Lyons on Strength After Breast Cancer … of the Cancer Rehabilitation (CaRe) Lab at the MGH Institute of Health Professions to talk about the implementation of group exercise and the barriers she and her team … regaining or maintaining range of motion, and making sure people understand how to reduce the risk of lymphedema after breast cancer surgery. It’s widely …

… Taking Healthcare On the Road … Taking Healthcare On the Road Topics Clinical Experience Interprofessional Education Area of Expertise … Injury/Stroke Health & Environment Nursing Education Primary Care Federal grant to MGH Institute creates initiative to deliver community-based services to … intended to knit together several of the school’s efforts to teach students how to provide optimal patient care. “The health consequences of COVID-19, climate …