HealthMatters

Join us for a fascinating conversation with Dr. Sarah Barnes regarding her fascinating experience with immunology and the systems wide approach to health care. In this episode, we are trilled to welcome Dr. Barnes, an expert in immunology, to share her experience and insights into the inconnected nature of health and the human body. Drawing on her diverse educational background, Dr. Barnes provides a deep dive into the interesting world of immunology, exploring immunotherpeutics and how the body operates as a cohesive system. She shares compelling examples of how different bodily systems interact and offers valuable teaching techniques and learning strategies for understanding these complex processes. This episode also sheds light on the microbiome's critical role within immunology. Tune in for this inspiring and education conversation!

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Lisa Roberts, a dedicated Sargent faculty member whose journey reflects the twists and turns many of us face in college. Like many students, Dr. Roberts wasn’t always certain where her path would lead, but her curiosity and resilience eventually brought her to the fascinating field of motor control. From her graduate research on the effects of aging on movement coordination to her postdoctoral work at the University of Alabama, where she examined how exercise and medications impact movement in older adults, Dr. Roberts has continually explored how we can age functionally and maintain our motor abilities. Join us as Dr. Roberts shares her journey, insights, and how she found her calling in understanding and enhancing how we move.

What does it mean to be a student ambassador in the BU occupational therapy program? Join us as we speak with Gracie Anderson, Karen Ma, and Sam Van Ert, each of whom serve as student ambassadors for BU OTD students. Gracie, Karen, and Sam discuss the importance of their role within Sargent College and their involvement with enrolled and prospective students.

To learn more about the BU OT department, visit www.bu.edu/sargent or find us on Instagram @bu_insideot!

Delve into social prescribing and prescibed volunteerism in this episode with Dr. Ivory Rose. As the lead of healthcare engagment for Social Prescribing USA, and an experienced occupational therapist, her expertise fills this episode important and impactful information!

Join us for an engaging conversation with Dr. Hayford Avedzi, a new faculty member and clinical professor of health at Boston University, as he shares his journey to BU and his vision for contributing to the Sargent College community. Dr. Avedzi will explore the role of preventative nutrition in enhancing long-term health outcomes, discussing how proactive approaches can pave the way for healthier futures.

What role do occupational therapists play in pelvic floor therapy? Join us as we speak with Jamie Lief, OTD, OTR/L, an occupational therapist specializing in pelvic floor health. Jamie recently graduated from Boston University's Post-Professional OTD program, with her dissertation focused on providing evidence-based practice to general practitioners concerning pelvic floor health in pregnant women or women who are one year postpartum. Tune in to the episode to learn more about the importance of OT in pelvic floor therapy and how OT students can gain exposure to this specialization!

For those who may be interested in contacting Jamie, you can find her profile on LinkedIn under the name Jamie Lief or on Instagram at @nycpelvicot.

Have you considered how nursing, occupational therapy, Reiki healing, and exercise intersect? Join us in this conversation with Carol Simon as she takes us through her life journey, and her experiences in each of these professions. Her emphasis on a wellness based health care system, instead of an illness based one, stays constant through each position.

How can we effectively advocate for Occupational Therapy within the healthcare sector? Join us as we speak with Josephine Wong, a recent Post-Professional BU OTD graduate and Chinese American immigrant who founded her own hand therapy clinic to improve access to Occupational Therapy for her community. Learn how she has played a crucial role in educating fellow healthcare professionals on the significance of Occupational Therapy.

In what ways are occupational therapists best suited to support new mothers and their families? Join us as we speak with Jessica Peterson and Gayle Schwee, co-founders of Matrescence Occupational Therapy in Austin, TX. Jessica and Gayle discuss recent milestones achieved within their private practice to promote a continuous care lens in addition to providing invaluable advice to those interested in specializing in maternal health.

To learn more about Matrescence OT, visit www.momsot.com.

For those who may be interested in being involved in the maternal health movement within OT, visit maternalhealthot.org for more information.

What's the difference between speech pathology, hearing, and audiology? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Jennifer Bentley, a dedicated professor in the Speech Language and Hearing Sciences department at Sargent College. A passionate audiologist, Jennifer shares her love for audiology, reflecting on her career journey, the field's advancements in oral rehabilitation/habilitation, and offering invaluable advice to students aspiring to enter this rewarding profession.