18 GIU 2021 · Today, Drs. Kristin Biggins, Beth Christoffel, and Kim Masker share tips on how to take better care of our hands to help prevent injury while enjoying some of our favorite summer activities like camping, hiking, playing golf and tennis, or gardening. Drs. Biggins, Christoffel, and Masker are occupational therapists with over 60 years of combined experience.

9 APR 2021 · Today, Dr. Bryan Gee, Program Director for the RMUoHP Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program, discusses the research around weighted blankets and sleep quality for children with Autism, along with the alternatives to weighted blankets that may be more effective to improve sleep quality among children with Autism

5 MAR 2021 · Today, Drs. Mike Nelson and Mace Hamblin discuss emotional intelligence and empathy. Empathy is an important, yet underutilized, skill that each of us possesses. In encountering and navigating challenging times, the use of empathy could arguably be the most important step in maintaining relationships, resolving conflict, and unifying individuals and groups.

18 FEB 2021 · Today, RMUoHP Physician Assistant (PA) Faculty member, Dr. Jonathan Baird DMSc, PA-C, ATC, and Utah State Senator Curtis Bramble discuss two proposals being brought to the 2021 Utah Legislative session that would impact current and future PAs and would increase access to quality and affordable medical and mental health care for residents in the state of Utah.

4 SET 2020 · When Monday mornings are difficult and you feel like you are living for the weekend, it can feel like you need to change your job. This can be true if the culture is toxic or the position is a bad fit, but in the absence of those things it may be worth it to convert your current circumstance. Creating flexibility, changing your role, or negotiating a raise can all improve your current circumstance without needing to change jobs. Today, co-founder of Professional Rebellion, Phil Plisky, PT, DSc, OCS, ATC, CSCS, is back and is joined by his other co-founder, Jenna Gourley, PT, DPT, SCS, to talk about how you can convert your current job and design your ideal career.

14 AGO 2020 · What happens when burnout makes you want to leave the profession? It is not uncommon to find yourself in the position where you no longer want to do patient care 9-5, you feel you aren't compensated enough, or you no longer feel excited to go into work. Yet that doesn't mean you have to find a new field. Today, Phil Plisky talks about how you can convert your current job, change jobs, or create your own path and as a result design your ideal career.

23 LUG 2020 · There has been an outcry from communities across the globe in light of recent events dealing with systemic racism, social injustice, and inequality. Today, Dr. Michelle Webb and Dr. Chayla Harris Gaines engage in a thought-provoking discussion on social inequality, health disparities, cultural competency, and sensitivity through the lens of healthcare and personal experience. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health is a resource for healthcare practitioners who desire to have more information on health disparities.

10 LUG 2020 · Today, physical therapist Dr. Misti Timpson continues her discussion on Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) from her previous episode, TBI: Dallas Griffiths' Story. She discusses those most susceptible to TBIs, prevention, and treatment.

29 MAG 2020 · Today, licensed Speech-Language Pathologist Cherina Williams discusses her world and experiences in Early Intervention. Cherina breaks down working with children, milestones, and the importance of parent advocacy in a fun, simplistic way.

21 MAG 2020 · Today, Dr. Bartley Rust describes the signs, symptoms, and evidence-based treatment of generalized anxiety disorder.