… Looking at Whether Two Treatments Are Better Than One for People with MS … Looking at Whether Two Treatments Are Better Than One for People with MS Topics Health & Wellness Research Area of Expertise Chronic … then raised her left foot, gingerly keeping her balance.   “Time to let go of my hand,” said Dr. Prue Plummer , a professor of physical therapy and Multiple …

… Years of Assisting Aphasia Clients Topics Student Life Area of Expertise Aphasia For 20 years, the Aphasia Center at the Dr. Charles and Ann Sanders IMPACT Practice … said client Leo Rogers, an avid musician, composer, and photographer. “My time here is great, and I get to spend time working with students and playing my … “plateaued” by insurance companies that contend they cannot progress further.  Only 40% of people have heard the term aphasia and can identify what it means. And …

… BRIEF: Alumni Runners Complete Boston Marathon It wasn’t the first marathon for either of them but for two MGH Institute alumni, running the Boston Marathon was special. It not only brought Olivia Rotelle OTD ’22 and Abdulrahman Sabbagh, HPEd '20 back to the … in Boston was an unforgettable milestone — especially meaningful as it brought my running journey full circle,” said Sabbagh. Boston is where it all started for me, …

… provide virtual assistance to patients who otherwise would have to wait months for an appointment. According to the World Health Organization, the global prevalence … a week over the past 28 months. “Prior to the pandemic, supportive counseling was only offered in-person and this created some challenges,” notes Assistant Professor … counseling with clients has been one of the most important experiences of my education,” says Margolis, noting how he has been able to spend each 45-minute …

… during recent Caldwell Lecture Healthcare professionals know a lot about caring for patients, but what happens when the patient is a healthcare professional? That … said Chatiwala. “One of the hardest parts of the journey was reconciling my identity as a healthcare provider and a new role as a patient. I wanted to be a … team will take care of that.’ That day, that word team literally put tears in my eyes. It was just so impactful and powerful to hear that ‘My team will take care of …

… within the IHP School of Healthcare Leadership, says 2009 was a touchstone for the field. That’s when she joined the research team behind a two-year, randomized … including virtual reality with video-game style headsets and haptic gloves. “My ultimate goal?” she says with a wry smile. “High-quality simulation for all.” … Students and providers can actively learn by strapping a headset over their eyes, picking up handheld controllers, and administering care in bespoke simulated …

… to a new place is always going to result in new knowledge. That was certainly true for Zhiyuan Xiao, whose recent trip to the U.S. may lead to new learning … of the learner-centered philosophy of the Institute faculty.  “To teach is not only to transfer knowledge, but to also inspire and care,” said Xiao. “Every … face when it comes to motivation.  “I plan to incorporate these elements into my future teaching to help students develop self-directed learning,” explained Xiao. …

… IHP Interview with Regina Doherty on the Center for Interprofessional Education and Practice … IHP Interview with Regina Doherty on the Center for Interprofessional Education and Practice Topics Mass General Brigham Clinical … of familiarity with the IHP’s IPEP curriculum as a department chair and through my work on interprofessional grants, but I wanted to hear more about the systems and …

… offers physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and nursing for clients who are no longer eligible to have their rehabilitative care covered by … because they were all so empathetic and committed. They were very inspiring to my husband. There was never a day that anyone displayed anything other than wanting … sharing your own perspective,” said Wei. The Family Connection The students not only work with real clients, but also their families.  Having that support enables …

… and professor Marjorie Nicholas’ devotion to aphasia awareness and recovery For over two decades, people with aphasia have turned to the MGH Institute for expert … Center and its founder. To define Nicholas, he chose one word: dedication.     “In my 18 years as a client of the Aphasia Center, I have witnessed all of these facets … a cheerleader.” Marjorie Nicholas Leaves a Legacy Nicholas, who likes to say she only “helped get things started,” has shaped and grown the Aphasia Center …