Bay Path Occupational Therapy Faculty and Alumni Shine at AOTA Inspire 2024
In a show of expertise and dedication, faculty members and alumni from Bay Path University's Occupational Therapy program took center stage at the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Inspire 2024 conference. There were 16 contributors from Bay Path, including 13 alumni.
Their poster presentations delved into various aspects of occupational therapy practice, exploring new techniques, interventions, and approaches to enhance patient outcomes; and there was participation in a scientific research panel and short course.
The presence of both faculty and alumni at AOTA Inspire 2024 underscored Bay Path's collaborative learning style. And with the innovative research and impactful presentations, they left a lasting impression on AOTA attendees showcasing Bay Path’s commitment to advancing the field of occupational therapy.
Posters
Easy Actions Specific Execution (EASE): A Course for CNAs Working with Patients with Dementia
Afia Ayiwa-Mensah, OTD, OTR/L '15 G'16 G'24; Rae Ann Smith, MEd, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor; Julie Watson, PhD, OTR/L, Program Director
OT Strategies for Preschool Teachers: A Continuing Education Course
Kelly Gervais, OTD, OTR/L '18 G'19 G'23; Rae Ann Smith, MEd, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor; Julie Watson, PhD, OTR/L, Program Director
Sources of Resilience in OTs during COVID-19: A Phenomenological Study
Jessica Loeser, OTD, OTR/L G'23
Wii Game Program Development
Sumair Rehman, OTD, OTR/L G'23; Rae Ann Smith, MEd, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor; Julie Watson, PhD, OTR/L, Program Director
Holistic Wellness Program for Older Community-Dwelling Adults
Erin Danis, OTD, OTR/L G'16 G'24; Rae Ann Smith, MEd, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor; Contributing Author: Julie Watson, PhD, OTR/L, Program Director
Motivating the Older Adult to Exercise: A Course for Rehabilitation Professionals
Kristin Nalivaika, OTD, OTR/L G'14 G'24; Rae Ann Smith, MEd, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor; Contributing Author: Julie Watson, PhD, OTR/L, Program Director
Navigating Challenges in Implementing Response to Intervention in Schools: A Qualitative Study
Chavae Peters-White, OTD, OTR/L '18 G'21 G'24; Rae Ann Smith, MEd, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor; Contributing Author: Julie Watson, PhD, OTR/L, Program Director
Impact of Visual Deficits on Academic Performance in Elementary School Children: A Continuing Education Course
Kathleen Reeves, OTD, OTR/L G'19 G'23 ; Rae Ann Smith, MEd, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor; Contributing Author: Julie Watson, PhD, OTR/L, Program Director
Smart Strategies: A Continuing Education Course for New School-Based OT Practitioners
Lori Bernardi, OTD, OTR/L '04 G'19 G'23; Rae Ann Smith, MEd, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor; Contributing Author: Julie Watson, PhD, OTR/L, Program Director
Prevention of Non-Ventilator Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
Kathryn Campbell, OTD, OTR/L G'21 G'23; Rae Ann Smith, MEd, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor; Contributing Author: Julie Watson, PhD, OTR/L, Program Director
School Experience from the Perspective of Neurodivergent Adults: A Phenomenological Study
Catherine VanDeraa, OTD, OTR/L G'24; Rae Ann Smith, MEd, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor; Julie Watson, PhD, OTR/L, Program Director
Transition Across the Lifespan for Students with Autism: A Cross-Sectional Survey
Ann Thorner, OTD, OTR/L G'22 ; Rae Ann Smith, MEd, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor; Julie Watson, PhD, OTR/L, Program Director
Scientific Research Panel
Occupational Injustice in Institutionalized Youth
Lindsey Warren, OTD, OTR/L G'21 G'24
Short Course
AOTA Practice Guidelines for Adults with Alzheimer's Disease and Related Neurocognitive Disorders: Translating the Evidence into Practice
Assistant Professor Melissa Green, OTD, OTR/L G'07