HealthMatters

Karen Jacobs
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HealthMatters

Welcome to HealthMatters@BUSargent, the podcast of the Boston University’s College of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College. The mission of Sargent College is to advance, preserve, disseminate, and apply knowledge in the health and rehabilitation sciences. BU Sargent College strives to create an environment that fosters critical and innovative thinking to best serve the health care needs of society. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs, who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director at Sargent College.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Ep 139: Creating Community Among OT Faculty and Students

    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!

    12 min

  2. OCT 31

    Ep 138: Social Prescribing and Prescribed Volunteerism in Health Care

    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!

    21 min

  3. OCT 16

    Ep 137: Improving Long-Term Health Outcomes

    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.

    20 min

  4. OCT 5

    Ep 136: OT and Pelvic Floor Therapy

    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.

    20 min

  5. SEP 20

    Ep 135: Life focused on a wellness based health care system

    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.

    15 min

  6. AUG 21

    Ep 134: Bringing Occupational Therapy to the Chinese Community

    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.

    17 min

  7. AUG 7

    Ep 133: The Intersection Between Maternal Health and 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.

    19 min

  8. JUL 24

    Ep 132: A Journey into Audiology

    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.

    16 min
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Welcome to HealthMatters@BUSargent, the podcast of the Boston University’s College of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College. The mission of Sargent College is to advance, preserve, disseminate, and apply knowledge in the health and rehabilitation sciences. BU Sargent College strives to create an environment that fosters critical and innovative thinking to best serve the health care needs of society. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs, who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director at Sargent College.

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  • Creator
    Karen Jacobs
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    139
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Karen Jacobs
  • Show Website
    HealthMatters

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