HealthMatters

How can occupational therapy support sex trafficking survivors? Why the South Carolina Occupational Therapy Association's state mentorship program is vital? In this episode, we welcome Hayley Davis, OTR/L, CSRS, and CLIPP. After 20+ years of clinical experience, Hayley is currently a Post-Professional Doctoral Candidate at BU Sargent. Tune in to hear about her time in Nepal and the program she hel...

Emily Scannell (SAR) is an occupational therapist (OT) completing Boston University’s post-professional doctor of occupational therapy program. She works as an OT in school, hospital, and summer camp settings, and is passionate about helping people participate in meaningful activities. Her doctoral project is focused on improving the social and academic success of elementary school students with a...

Wendy Colby is an Innovative Global Education and Technology Leader who specializes in driving impact and digital transformation, particularly through her role as the inaugural Vice President and Associate Provost of BU Virtual. BU Virtual is an innovative new unit inside of Boston University committed to leveraging and growing BU's online and hybrid portfolio of graduate and certificate programs...

In this episode, Colleen Melcher speaks on her project about palliative care. Colleen is a 3rd-year DPT student in the last semester of Sargent's 6-year accelerated program. She was born and raised in Massachusetts. Colleen: Project PDF: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1urEejHl-HYmbShEhu7PrFoZdpG96YJXl/view?usp=sharing 

On this episode of HealthMatters, Joe Bernardo Jr. speaks on his experience as a Physical Therapy student at Boston University and his practicum experience.  Joe's Bio: My name is Joseph Bernardo and I am a third year physical therapy student at Boston University. Prior to my enrollment at BU, I completed a Master's degree in Exercise Science and a Bachelor's degree in Health...

On today's episode Dr. Jacobs talks with Gabrielle Cherfane, a medical student at BUMC and Sargent graduate. They discuss the transition from Sargent to BUMC, along with life outside of medical school. 

In this episode of HealthMatters, we welcome Sarah Sherman, who studied Physical Therapy at Sargent College. She discusses her experience and mentors from Sargent, along with her journey in starting her own physical therapy business, and where she sees her business going in the future. Sarah Sherman, PT, DPT, ATC is a residency trained Board-Certified Sports Clinical Specialist, Certified Athletic...

Are you looking to apply to medical school or to get a master's next? What is Sargent College's ethos? What is the most difficult exam at Sargent College? In this episode, we welcome orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist, Dr. Steven Gorin. Dr. Gorin is certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is currently the President of the Miami Orthopedic Society. He i...

What options do occupational therapy practitioners have to support students who have sensory integration and processing challenges? In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Colleen Cameron Whiting OT, OTD, OTR. Colleen is on the faculty of the post-professional occupational therapy doctoral program at BU. Tune in to hear from a double terrier on her research regarding utilizing sensory integration in...

"What goes on at Sargent College Test Kitchen? How is nutrition care regulated in the United States? How do you become a licensed nutrition caregiver? In this episode, we are joined by RDN, LDN, CPT, and CNC Jay Patruno. Jay is a Boston University alum in the Dietetics and Nutrition Sciences. He is now working in Florida as an Experimentation Manager & Nutrition Strategist at Orangetheory Fitn...

What is the role of occupational therapy (OT) in supporting families impacted by trauma? What are some difficulties in examining and understanding this issue? What is the relationship between caregiving and trauma? In this episode, we welcome Carli DiMero. She is an occupational therapy doctoral graduate from Boston University. Her professional interests include program development, group leadersh...

How did someone from film and TV end up working in occupational therapy for combat veterans? What is the "warrior journey" framework? How do you assess PTSD severity? In this episode, we welcome Angela Frame. She is a doctoral student in the BU post-professional doctorate in an occupational therapy program and works at the VA Long Beach Healthcare System, Long Beach, CA as an Outpatient Occupation...

Ever tried to solve a Rubik's cube and given up? Ever tried to solve it one-handed? Blindfolded? In this episode, we welcome University of Maryland Economics Ph. D. candidate and Rubik's Cube former world record holder, Keaton Ellis. Tune in to hear about his cubing journey, how inclusive the community is, and the dexterity behind solving a cube.

What does it mean to "Give kids a voice"? How can we help promote early self-advocacy among children with disabilities? What is Exceptional Needs Today magazine? In this episode, we welcome BU’s PP-OTD Doctoral student and Executive Director of Changing Lives Occupational Therapy, Rose Adams. Listen to learn more about the motivations behind her doctoral study and her five suggestions for fosterin...

What does Sargent College's application process look like? What has changed recently? What is the relationship between the GRE requirement and diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts? In this episode, we are joined by Sargent College's Director of Graduate Enrollment Alexandra Munroe. Tune in to hear about her journey to Boston University, her day-to-day life at Sargent College, and find out what...

What is aphasia? How can workplaces better accommodate aphasia patients? What is happening at the Boston University (BU) Aphasia Research Center?  In this episode, we are delighted to welcome Clinical Professor in the Department of the Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences, Dr. Elizabeth Hoover. She is also currently the Clinical Director of the BU Aphasia Research Center. Dr. Hoover's resea...

What does a dean's day-to-day life entail? What drew a Southern Californian to Boston? In this episode, we welcome the dean of the College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at Sargent College, Chris Moore. Chris is also a professor in the Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences. Prior to joining BU, his professional appointments included federal service at the National Instit...

Do you like gaming? Ever wonder what gaming is like for people with disabilities? What is Warfighter Engaged?  In this episode, we welcome Xbox Gaming Accessibility Program Manager Kaitlyn Jones. Drawing inspirations from her father's experience, Kaitlyn reflects on how she got involved with accessibility in gaming. Join us in this episode to hear about her experience at the American Occupati...

In this episode, we welcome Bronwyn Keefe ( bronwyn@bu.edu ), Research Assistant Professor at the School of Social Work, and Craig Slater ( cslater@bu.edu ), Clinical Assistant Professor and the Director for Interprofessional Education and Practice at Sargent College. Together with our moderator Karen Jacobs , Bronwyn and Craig developed the Interprofessional Leadership in Healthcare Online C...

In this episode, we welcome Nicholas Horton ( njhorton@bu.edu ), a post-professional Doctoral Candidate at Sargent College. Nick has many roles in life, from a photographer, a new dad, to UX Researcher. As the Accessibility Program Manager at the Virginia Department of Health, Nick focuses on bringing smooth and convenient digital experiences to people with disabilities. He also shared resources o...

In this episode, we welcome Joan Drevins(joan.drevins@gmail.com), the Education Program Coordinator at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC). Joan shared her work at BIDMC and the intriguing interdisciplinary nature of physical therapy and occupational therapy. As a Sargent College Alumnus (Sargent 1975), Joan also shared her experience as a Physical Therapy major. The moderator of the podc...

In this episode, we welcome three E-board members of the BU Rotaract Club , a service organization aiming at serving the local communities and beyond. They shared their ongoing projects and exciting plans for the future. Email BU Rotaract ( burotar@bu.edu ) or follow them on Instagram ( @sargentrotaract ) to get involved! About BU Rotaract: Rotaract is an international, young-professional, service...

In this episode, we welcome Lucy Tamberrino ( lucydt@bu.edu ), Director of Community Integration at Chicago Street Medicine and a recent graduate from Sargent's Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program. Lucy shares her journey since her first feature on the podcast two years ago, from her capstone project on Occupational Therapy in Street Medicine to paths after graduation. About Street Medicine : St...

In this episode, we welcome Aaron Yengo-Kahn ( a.yengo@vumc.org ), a neurosurgeon, the co-director of the Vanderbilt Sports Concussion Center, and a Sargent alumnus. He shared his experience after receiving a degree in Human Physiology at Sargent, his interest in pediatric neurosurgery, and sports concussion. About Aaron: Aaron Yengo-Kahn, MD was born in Pittsburgh, PA and grew up near Boston...

In this episode, we welcome Danny Shin ( ddshin@bu.edu ), a Ph. D. student in the Rehab Science program at Sargent College and an occupational therapist. As a member of the Motor Development Lab directed by Dr. Simone V. Gill at Sargent College, Danny shared his experience in investigating gait and fall risk in rehabilitation, specifically in people with HIV. About Danny: Danny Shin  received...