Journal Club Discussion #6: Effectiveness of Commonly Used Stroke Interventions

Hey readers! Today I read an article for my research class that I thought was interesting, so I thought it would be a great article to discuss for this week's journal club! It is called "What is the Evidence for the Effectiveness of Interventions to Improve Occupational Performance After Stroke?" by Glen Gillen, EdD, OTR, … Continue reading Journal Club Discussion #6: Effectiveness of Commonly Used Stroke Interventions →

Why I Chose OT

Hey readers! Today I want to talk about why I chose to pursue a career in occupational therapy. I didn't always know what I wanted to do, but I did always know who I wanted to serve. Let's start from the beginning: "What do you want to be when you grow up?" When I was … Continue reading Why I Chose OT →

Journal Club Discussion #5: Music Interventions in Mental Health

Hey readers! I just started my course called "OT in Mental Health", so this topic seemed fitting this week! The article that we will be reading this week is called "Practice-Based Evidence for Effective Music-Making Interventions in Mental Health Settings" by James Whiton. The article can be found here for AOTA members: https://ajot.aota.org/article.aspx?articleid=2714870&resultClick=3  Background Info … Continue reading Journal Club Discussion #5: Music Interventions in Mental Health →

I am Heading to AOTA Conference in New Orleans!

Hey readers! Today I have a very exciting and special announcement...(drum roll please)...I am heading to New Orleans to attend the 2019 American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Conference in April! Derived from AOTA https://www.aota.org/~/media/Corporate/Files/ConferenceDocs/2019/Registration/2019-Annual-Conference-Announcement.pdf I am super excited to represent MGH Institute of Health Professions at the conference! Going to conferences was one of my … Continue reading I am Heading to AOTA Conference in New Orleans! →

Journal Club Discussion #4: Adaptive Equipment

Hey readers! This week's journal club discussion is on adaptive equipment (AE). While I was completing my fieldwork experience at the VA, I observed the OT recommending AE to patients on a daily basis. Adaptive equipment is super important in the recovery process and aids patients in being independent post-discharge. It can also be used … Continue reading Journal Club Discussion #4: Adaptive Equipment →

Journal Club Discussion #3: Early Intervention & Sensory Diets

Hey readers! I took a poll on Instagram about what you guys want to read this week and the vote is in...let's talk about early intervention (EI)! This week's article is called "Understanding the Use of Family-Centered Principles by Early Intervention Occupational Therapists in the Development of Sensory Diets" by Danielle Friberg, OTF, OTR/L and … Continue reading Journal Club Discussion #3: Early Intervention & Sensory Diets →

My First Level I Fieldwork: Sub-Acute Inpatient Hospital

Hey readers! Last semester I completed my first Level I fieldwork placement at a sub-acute hospital. It was a little daunting at first, but I soon felt comfortable with my supervisors and really enjoyed my time in the inpatient setting! That being said, while I learned a lot and appreciated my time there, I do … Continue reading My First Level I Fieldwork: Sub-Acute Inpatient Hospital →