… work has made a difference to patients around the world, people tend to notice. For Mary Hildebrand , MOT, OTD, OTR, and  Kathleen Lyons, ScD, OT, OTR , the latest acknowledgment of their significant contributions came over the weekend during … sciences, focusing on advancing the science aimed at enhancing the quality of life for adult cancer survivors through research and advocacy. In addition to her …

… Experience on Capitol Hill Entry-Level Doctor of Occupational Therapy advocate for their profession Hope Hilsenrath is used to taking a hands-on approach to … McKinnon . All joined over 350 practitioners, educators, and students to advocate for the profession on three key topics — reducing Medicare cuts, increasing OT mental … “The MGH IHP OTD program equipped me with the skills to effectively advocate for our profession and communicate the significance of three legislative bills to …

… Area of Expertise Literacy & Language Dr. Tiffany Hogan to work with Center for Reading Research and the University of Virginia to convert discoveries into faster solutions for students, teachers, and parents Research into children’s learning disabilities is … focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.  Hogan and the team are using the latest tools to ensure that the population of educators and children is …

… (S-IHP's CAP) program .  S-IHP's CAP is a six-week intensive treatment program for adults with aphasia, a language disorder that often occurs after stroke, which … tried different  meditation and mindfulness activities to see what worked best for each individual. Music therapy was also highlighted during graduation with the … recipes. Absalon thanked the seven participants on behalf of her fellow students for “allowing us to practice real clinical skills and to learn beside them.  "There …

… to the social determinants of health, homelessness, racism, and more. Screening for social determinants of health among patient populations and providing accessible … of Service (DOS) each October. Usually, the Massachusetts Chapter will have plans for a larger scale project, but this year they did not, so I took it into my own … she found “Pretty in Pink,” an organization that puts together care packages for breast cancer patients with drain bags, seat bags, seat belt covers, seat belt …

… their contributions, marking the end of an era and ushering in a new chapter for each: retirement. “Together, they’ve served the IHP for 48 years,” shared President Paula Milone-Nuzzo at the event. “Our employees, … the wider community have benefited greatly from their work and we are so grateful for their service.” As Haynes shared in his remarks at the ceremony, quoting John …