OT Potential Podcast | Occupational Therapy CEUs

Sarah Lyon, OTR/L
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Earn your OT CEUs by listening to our episodes for free, then logging into the OT Potential Club to take a short quiz and download your certificate. Each week (with breaks for major holidays), we host a live-recorded conversation exploring cutting-edge trends, timely hot topics, and the most impactful developments shaping occupational therapy today.  Our expert guests help you pull out actionable insights you can apply immediately in practice. Designed for both occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, and OT students the OT Potential Podcast is your go-to source for AOTA-approved, evidence-driven occupational therapy continuing education.

  1. #123 Selective Eating and Autism with Britt St. John

    4D AGO

    #123 Selective Eating and Autism with Britt St. John

    Research suggests that anywhere from 46% to 84% of autistic children experience selective eating.  And the downstream risks are substantial: selective eating is linked with nutritional deficiencies, psychosocial impairment, and increased risk of developmental and psychiatric comorbidities, with severity tied to how persistent and restrictive the eating patterns become. In this OT Potential course, Britt St. John, PhD, MPH, OTR/L, joins us to break down what occupational therapy professionals need to understand—and do—when supporting autistic children with selective eating. We’ll begin with Britt’s story and key terminology (picky eating vs. selective eating vs. feeding disorders), then move into practical, evidence-based guidance for clinicians. Together, we’ll focus on three core areas: Assessment: How to identify the nature and severity of selective eating, including available OT assessments and red flags that should guide clinical decision making.Caregiver collaboration: How to partner with families in ways that reduce stress, build shared understanding, and promote sustainable change at home.Evidence-backed treatment options: What the research supports, how OT interventions fit within interprofessional care, and when to refer on.This course is designed for OTs and OTAs looking for clarity in a complex practice area—and for practical tools you can use immediately to support families navigating selective eating. See full course details here: https://otpotential.com/ceu-podcast-courses/selective-eating-and-autism  See all OT CEU courses here: https://otpotential.com/ceu-podcast-courses Support the show by using the OTPOTENTIAL Medbridge Code: https://otpotential.com/blog/promo-code-for-medbridge Try 2 free OT Potential courses here: https://otpotential.com/free-ot-ceus Support the show

    58 min
  2. #122 AI in Education with David Foster and Melissa Kimmerling

    DEC 12

    #122 AI in Education with David Foster and Melissa Kimmerling

    AI is going to reshape OT education—rapidly and profoundly. The real question is: How do we harness its strengths for good? How do we protect the parts of learning that are best done without it, while also leveraging AI in areas where our profession has historically struggled? One promising area is scenario-based learning, where AI can create realistic, dynamic situations that help learners practice clinical reasoning in a safe, supportive environment. In today’s one-hour webinar, we’re hosting a round-table conversation featuring: David Foster, PhD – learning theorist and AI learning-module creatorSarah Lyon, OTR/L – OT educator and continuing-education providerMelissa Kimmerling, EdD, OTR/L – OT program directorTogether, we’ll explore what’s possible in this new frontier, examine the concerns we must guard against, and—most importantly—answer your live questions about the future of AI in OT education. See full course details here: https://otpotential.com/ceu-podcast-courses/ai-in-education See all OT CEU courses here: https://otpotential.com/ceu-podcast-courses Learn more about Scalable Learning: https://www.scalablelearning.net/ Support the show by using the OTPOTENTIAL Medbridge Code: https://otpotential.com/blog/promo-code-for-medbridge Try 2 free OT Potential courses here: https://otpotential.com/free-ot-ceus Support the show Support the show

    57 min
  3. #121 Negotiating with Payers with John Hutchinson and Chad Herzog

    DEC 5

    #121 Negotiating with Payers with John Hutchinson and Chad Herzog

    For many of us, payer negotiations feel distant—something handled “somewhere up the chain,” far removed from the day-to-day work of helping patients. But here’s the truth: nothing shapes our practice more than the reimbursement rates and contracts negotiated on our behalf. Reimbursement determines who we can serve, how much time we can spend with them, what services we can sustainably provide, and ultimately whether our practice can survive/thrive. And while therapists may assume this is a job for billing or leadership, every OT and PT needs a foundational understanding of how payer negotiations work. In this one-hour webinar, we’re joined by two leaders with deep, real-world expertise: John Hutchinson, MBA — Co-founder of CARE Counseling (with his wife, Dr. Andrea Hutchinson), a practice acquired by UnitedHealth in 2024. John brings firsthand experience navigating growth, payer relationships, and the business realities that shape modern care. Chad Herzog — VP of Operations at Aroris, an organization whose mission is simple and powerful: help healthcare providers get paid what they’re worth so they can focus on what matters most—helping people and improving patients’ lives.Together, they’ll break down what every clinician should know about payer negotiations, how reimbursement impacts clinical practice, and what therapists can do to advocate for sustainable care models. See full course details here: https://otpotential.com/ceu-podcast-courses/negotiating-with-payers See all OT CEU courses here: https://otpotential.com/ceu-podcast-courses Support the show by using the OTPOTENTIAL Medbridge Code: https://otpotential.com/blog/promo-code-for-medbridge Learn about Aroris and payer contract negotiation: https://www.arorishealth.com/contract-negotiation/ Try 2 free OT Potential courses here: https://otpotential.com/free-ot-ceus Support the show

    59 min
  4. #120 Vision Remediation and OT with Alicia Reiser

    NOV 21

    #120 Vision Remediation and OT with Alicia Reiser

    We, at OT Potential, keep hearing stories of more and more OTs teaming up with optometrists to provide vision remediation interventions.  (Vision remediation focuses on retraining the eye and brain connection. This is in contrast to low vision therapy, which focuses on compensation and adapting the environment to  maximize remaining vision.) The need is clear: occupational therapy can provide needed interventions for those with diagnosed visual inefficiencies from such things as acquired brain injury, or even developmentally — but the number of OTs with this training is not keeping pace with the need.  But, what does it take to fill this gap?  On today’s 1 hour webinar we are lucky to have one OT, Alicia Reiser OTD, who has built a private practice around this need. We’ll learn about the special training she pursued, how she forged relationships with local ODs, and most importantly the difference she is able to make in the lives of her clients.  Support the show

    55 min
  5. #119 OT and PT Collaboration with Rebeca Segraves

    NOV 14

    #119 OT and PT Collaboration with Rebeca Segraves

    OTs and PTs compete in many ways. We can be found competing over: Patient timeWho gets to bill which code on which dayRecognition And scope of practiceBut, as looming outside forces like AI and decreasing reimbursement rates threaten our professions, it is critical to change our postures toward interprofessional collaboration.  And, there is no PT I would rather talk about this with than Rebeca Segraves. Rebeca has hard won insight as she has sought to embed our professions more fully into maternal healthcare.  In this one hour webinar, we’ll talk about the latest research on interprofessional collaboration, and what this can look like on the individual, systems and national level. Support the show

    58 min
  6. #118 AI Chat and Clinical Decision Support with Jen Weaver

    NOV 7

    #118 AI Chat and Clinical Decision Support with Jen Weaver

    One year ago, we released an OT Potential Podcast episode exploring what AI could conceptually mean for clinical decision support. Fast forward to today—and AI chats have become a regular part of the decision-making process for many healthcare providers. In fact, OpenEvidence now reports that 40% of U.S. physicians use their platform daily. At OT Potential, we recently launched our own AI chat and learned a great deal in the process. The world of knowledge translation is changing at an incredible pace. It feels more important than ever to pause and ask: What critical questions should we be asking to harness this technology? What are the strengths of chat-based tools as they currently exist? What are their vulnerabilities? And how can we move forward strategically? We are incredibly lucky to be joined for this one-hour CEU webinar by Jen Weaver, PhD, OTR/L, a leading voice in knowledge translation within occupational therapy. Together, Jen and I will discuss what these rapid changes mean for you and your OT practice. Support the show

    55 min
  7. #117 OTA Hot Topics with Amy Mahle

    OCT 24

    #117 OTA Hot Topics with Amy Mahle

    Occupational therapy assistants are the bedrock of treatment provision in many OT departments throughout the country. In fact, In large rural SNFs, around  58% of OT staffing minutes are by OTAs. And, in rural and underserved communities, about 48% of all Medicare outpatient therapy services are provided by OTAs. But, not enough continuing education has been geared towards the unique challenges and opportunities within this profession. That’s why I’m so thankful to begin a new annual series on Hot Topics for OTAs, with our first guest, Amy Mahle Ed.D., COTA/L, ROH.  Amy and I will discuss the hot topics that are top of mind headed into 2026:  from changing reimbursement to the OTA pipeline, to new technologies at the point of care.  This course is perfect for both occupational therapy assistants, and occupational therapists who are curious to learn more about our closest colleagues.  Support the show

    59 min
  8. #116 OT and Heart Disease with Sabina Kahn

    OCT 17

    #116 OT and Heart Disease with Sabina Kahn

    Heart disease is the most common serious chronic condition among adults.  In fact per the latest report staggering 1 in 3 US adults received care for a cardiovascular risk factor or condition in 2020.  The same report projects that annual inflation-adjusted health care costs attributable to cardiovascular conditions will nearly quadruple from $393 billion in 2020 to $1,490 billion by 2050. Truly astounding numbers.  Heart disease is an umbrella term that encompasses coronary artery disease, heart failure, valvular disease, arrhythmias, congenital heart disease, cardiomyopathies, and other structural or functional heart disorders. But, despite this complexity, there is clear guidance from the American Heart Association about what to do to improve and maintain heart health, they call them them Life’s Essential 8:  1. Consume a healthy diet emphasizing vegetables, fruits, nuts, whole grains, lean proteins (including fish), and minimizing trans fats, red and processed meats, refined carbohydrates, and sweetened beverages. 2. Maintain a healthy body weight through caloric restriction and counseling for those with overweight or obesity. 3. Engage in regular physical activity, specifically at least 150 minutes per week of moderate-intensity or 75 minutes per week of vigorous-intensity exercise. 4. Avoid tobacco products and exposure to secondhand smoke. 5. Limit alcohol intake to moderate levels, if consumed at all. 6. Manage blood pressure through lifestyle changes and, if needed, medication. 7. Control blood cholesterol with diet, physical activity, and medication when indicated. 8. Prevent and manage diabetes with lifestyle modifications and appropriate pharmacologic therapy when necessary. We know that behavioral counseling for these lifestyle changes can be effective. But, to date, occupational therapy has been underutilized in this critical public health initiative.  In today’s course, we’ll talk to one occupational therapist, Sabina Kahn, who is using her OT skill-set to help tackle this large scale problem, through new technologies.  We’ll discuss why OT has been under-utilized to date, what opportunities exist for OTs to play a larger role, and what new technologies might help us step into this critical role, with our unique expertise. Support the show

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Earn your OT CEUs by listening to our episodes for free, then logging into the OT Potential Club to take a short quiz and download your certificate. Each week (with breaks for major holidays), we host a live-recorded conversation exploring cutting-edge trends, timely hot topics, and the most impactful developments shaping occupational therapy today.  Our expert guests help you pull out actionable insights you can apply immediately in practice. Designed for both occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, and OT students the OT Potential Podcast is your go-to source for AOTA-approved, evidence-driven occupational therapy continuing education.

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