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The purpose of this podcast is to inspire therapists by sharing the accomplishments of therapy entrepreneurs and leaders of color and to support them in their roles.
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Thursday Mar 23, 2023
Thursday Mar 23, 2023
Michael Iwama, Ph.D., MSc, BScOT
Professor in Orthopaedic Surgery
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Dr. Iwama is widely recognized for having developed the “Kawa Model” (‘Kawa’ is Japanese for ‘River’), the first substantial model of practice in the rehabilitation sciences developed outside the English-speaking world. The Kawa Model is now taught in over 600 health professions education programs internationally and used in practice across six continents. He has emerged as a very important and progressive thinker in the fields of occupational therapy and rehabilitation sciences worldwide.
Dr. Iwama draws on his rich experience of acculturating into Eastern and Western social spheres of experience to drive his profound and critical perspectives on culture and its intersections with theory and practice in the rehabilitation sciences.
Most recently, Dr. Iwama was the Dean of the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, and Professor in the Department of Occupational Therapy, at MGH Institute of Health Professions.
A passionate and captivating communicator, Dr, Iwama regularly is invited to lecture to both U.S. and international audiences. Since his book, The Kawa Model: Culturally Relevant Occupational Therapy, was published in 2006, he has given over 350 invited national and international lectures and over 40 keynote and plenary addresses at scientific and professional conferences. He has more than 25 publications in both English and Japanese professional journals.
Dr. Iwama is an adjunct professor in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto and holds similar adjunct professorial appointments at six universities in Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Asia. Prior to arriving at the MGH Institute, he was a professor and chair of the Department of Occupational Therapy at Augusta University, formerly the Medical College of Georgia. Dr. Iwama completed advanced studies in Medical Anthropology from the University of Leiden, Netherlands, and has earned a Ph.D. in Sociology from Kibi International University in Japan, an MSc in Rehabilitation Sciences from the University of British Columbia, a BSc in Occupational Therapy from the University of British Columbia, and a BSc in Human Performance from the University of Victoria.
Saturday Feb 25, 2023
Saturday Feb 25, 2023
Patrice Maynard, MOT, OTR/L, OTDS, is the founder and owner of Maynard Milestones, LLC. She received her Bachelor of Science degree and Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from Quinn-i-piac University in Hamden, CT. She is currently a post-professional Doctoral candidate in Occupational Therapy at Quinnipiac University, finishing her degree this year, 2023.
Patrice is a board-certified occupational therapist licensed to practice in New Jersey and New York. She has a background in skilled nursing, geriatrics, sub-acute, and long-term care settings. Aside from those areas, she is currently practicing as a pediatric occupational therapist for over four years in the early intervention setting as an independent contractor. Her mission is to ensure she is not only treating the child but also making the family aware of taking care of themselves and incorporating wellness in all areas.
Monday Jan 16, 2023
Monday Jan 16, 2023
La’ Shandra “Elle” Holmes-Russell is owner and operator of Occupational Transitions, LLC, a mobile women and infants’ health clinic that offers the following in person and virtual services: Female Pelvic Floor Therapy, Early Intervention (birth-3yrs), lactation and breastfeeding education and care management, pregnancy and postpartum musculoskeletal rehabilitation, infant massage classes, postnatal yoga, and a monthly occupation-based psychosocial support group for mothers of color in the up to one-year postpartum period.
Elle obtained her Master of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy from Shenandoah University, as well as a Certificate in Early Intervention from Georgetown University in 2019. Since graduation, she has obtained certifications as an Educator of Infant Massage, Postnatal Yoga, Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist, and a Herman & Wallace Level 1 Pelvic Floor Therapist. Elle has also completed the PSI 2-Day “Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care* training, and is completing her hours with plans to sit for the PSI PMH-C and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Exams in fall 2023.
Elle is passionate about partnering with families in order to collaboratively, and holistically identify therapeutic interventions that support and strengthen familial bonds, as well as maximize childhood developmental outcomes.
For it is Elle's held belief that “relationship is the organizing factor in which all development (physical, social, and emotional) occurs”...and that “…[society] must start thinking of maternal mental health and women’s health as an upfront investment in the well-being of the entire family…”, in order to provide timely and equitable care services to fully support the mother/birthing person’s transition into mother-or parenthood. A belief that has guided the development and planned 2023 launch of the “Grounded & Rooted in M.OT.HER.HOOD Wellness Project”.
Website: occupationaltransitions.com
IG: @elle_thepelvichealth_ot
IG: @tetpelviccollective
Email: elle@occupationaltransitions.com
Monday Jan 16, 2023
Monday Jan 16, 2023
La’ Shandra “Elle” Holmes-Russell is owner and operator of Occupational Transitions, LLC, a mobile women and infants’ health clinic that offers the following in person and virtual services: Female Pelvic Floor Therapy, Early Intervention (birth-3yrs), lactation and breastfeeding education and care management, pregnancy and postpartum musculoskeletal rehabilitation, infant massage classes, postnatal yoga, and a monthly occupation-based psychosocial support group for mothers of color in the up to one-year postpartum period.
Elle obtained her Master of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy from Shenandoah University, as well as a Certificate in Early Intervention from Georgetown University in 2019. Since graduation, she has obtained certifications as an Educator of Infant Massage, Postnatal Yoga, Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist, and a Herman & Wallace Level 1 Pelvic Floor Therapist. Elle has also completed the PSI 2-Day “Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care* training, and is completing her hours with plans to sit for the PSI PMH-C and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Exams in fall 2023.
Elle is passionate about partnering with families in order to collaboratively, and holistically identify therapeutic interventions that support and strengthen familial bonds, as well as maximize childhood developmental outcomes.
For it is Elle's held belief that “relationship is the organizing factor in which all development (physical, social, and emotional) occurs”...and that “…[society] must start thinking of maternal mental health and women’s health as an upfront investment in the well-being of the entire family…”, in order to provide timely and equitable care services to fully support the mother/birthing person’s transition into mother-or parenthood. A belief that has guided the development and planned 2023 launch of the “Grounded & Rooted in M.OT.HER.HOOD Wellness Project”.
Website: occupationaltransitions.com
IG: @elle_thepelvichealth_ot
IG: @tetpelviccollective
Email: elle@occupationaltransitions.com
Friday Nov 04, 2022
Friday Nov 04, 2022
Dr. Tomeico Faison, the Wealthy Woman, is a woman of God, wife, mom serial entrepreneur, author, professor, speaker, and real estate investor. She is the CEO of Therapeutic Solutions (therapeuticsolutionsofnc.com), CEO of Low Vision Rehab Solutions (and co-owner) (lowvisionrehabsolutions.com), and Faison Consulting (faisonconsulting.com). She is the founder of the podcast, Therapy Entrepreneurs and Leaders of Color and now shares hosting with Dr. Douglene Jackson who interviews her on this episode. Dr. Faison is the author of the Amazon #1 best seller-Occupational Therapy: Ten Simple Steps to Independent Contracting. She is also a faculty member in the new Duke OTD program, focusing on the recruitment and retention of students from underrepresented groups and specialty certificates (entrepreneurship and low vision). She has a master's (UNC-CH) and doctoral degree (BU) in Occupational Therapy and certificates in low vision rehab and business coaching. Her mission is to help one million entrepreneurs and leaders by partnering with therapists, organizations, and institutions to increase therapy business ownership and innovative therapy programs globally. Knowing the challenges associated with growing up in poverty and being a Black female health professional, Dr. Tomeico Faison infuses poetry into dynamic storytelling to inspire underrepresented women to live a life of wealth and abundance through entrepreneurial endeavors.
Saturday Oct 01, 2022
Saturday Oct 01, 2022
Bio
Since her very meager beginnings, Trisha McNeil, OTS always knew that she had a future filled with success, self-expression, and creativity. Born and raised in the inner city of Kansas City, MO, she was raised by her paternal grandparents and father. Her life changed for the better when she attended a public college-prep academy. There, she discovered that her dreams could become actualized with hard work and grit. She went on the earn a bachelor's degree in health science and a master's degree in occupational therapy.
During a time of grief, Trisha found creative inspiration. Home alone with nothing but free time, she drafted and developed her first batch of work and activity books for both children and adults. She has no plans to slow down. In the near future, her goal is to write and self-publish a memoir that details the first 25 years of her life.
The author now resides in Colorado and is completing her fieldwork in pediatric home health.
Coloring Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/Whats-Like-Occupational-Therapist-coloring/dp/1959292021/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?crid=3HGAVNVAS7UL6&keywords=trisha%20mcneil&qid=1662657154&sprefix=%2Caps%2C202&sr=8-2&fbclid=IwAR3h9tjlBFhNY-kB0B_yRY7MtlItBYYn9LoHPIULQGXm13wOGah38MLUmes
Author Page Link:
https://www.amazon.com/Trisha-McNeil/e/B0BC5JDGZ5/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_book_1
Monday Jul 11, 2022
Monday Jul 11, 2022
Dr. Bill Wong is an occupational therapist from California. His primary setting is a skilled nursing facility setting. He also teaches as a faculty at Stanbridge University. His favorite occupations are traveling, playing golf, and organizing TEDx events. Right now, Bill is preparing his record-extending third TEDx speech, which is a record amongst occupational therapy students and practitioners. Bill has served in the Representative Assembly and Volunteer Leadership Development Committee for the last 5 years.
Tuesday May 03, 2022
Wednesday Mar 30, 2022
Wednesday Mar 30, 2022
Entrepreneur - Health Educator – Advocate
http://www.visualcv.com/delvin4health
Delvin Champagne is an extraordinary young leader who has made remarkable strides in his career. Born in Sumter, South Carolina, and moved to Atlanta, Georgia with his mother at the age of eight; most of his education was obtained in Georgia’s Fulton County School System. He graduated from Banneker High School in 1995 but worked for Bank of America for 2 years before transferring his job and relocating to Columbia, South Carolina to live with his
father. While in Columbia, Delvin attended Benedict College for a year, and then he transferred to Norfolk State University (NSU) in Norfolk, VA where he earned a B.S. Degree in Health & Exercise Science in 2002. At NSU, he was hand-picked by the President to serve as a Student Ambassador. After graduating from NSU, he attended Eastern Virginia Medical School in 2003 for advanced mini-med school training in the field of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
Shortly after he completed that program, he received a full academic grant to enroll in Tidewater Community College to complete his certification program in Occupational Therapy. Strategically, Delvin mapped out a path for his career as a health & wellness professional, and as a result of his education and training, he successfully earned his credentials as a
Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES).
Progressively, Delvin obtained some life-changing opportunities; in 2009, he was admitted to the Harvard University School of Dental Medicine as part of the “Visiting Scholars Research Fellowship Program” in partial fulfillment to complete his thesis at Howard University Graduate School to obtain his MS Degree in Community Health Education & Policy. While at Harvard, Delvin conducted research concerning the early detection of oral cancer and its relationship to
systemic and preventable chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease. After returning to Washington from Harvard he was selected to the CBCF Emerging Leaders Program assigned to US House of Representative Edolphus Towns of NYDistrict 10. While working for Representative Towns on Capitol Hill, he was instrumental in drafting controversial health
policy legislation, determined to make a difference in the world concerning the American Affordable Healthcare Act of 2010. Since the age of twelve, he changed his eating habits and encouraged his family to follow his lead. It appears that he was predestined to embrace the wellness industry because like a “Badge-of-Honor”, he chose to tackle the tough
issues facing society’s health crisis.
Presently, Delvin and his wife Tasha, both licensed occupational therapy practitioners, are co-owners of Beltway Rehab Pros, LLC, a multi-dynamic healthcare organization that provides rehabilitation healthcare services utilizing a wide range of clinical strategies throughout the DC/MD/VA area. He currently serves as the District of Columbia representative to
the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). He is an active member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. founding the bi-annual health screening program. Most recently, he was elected to serve on the executive board of the Harvard Black Alumni Society of DC as Communications & Marketing chair.
Delvin and his wife Tasha reside in Landover Hills, MD, and attend Greater Mount Calvary Holy Church in DC. He is family-oriented and active in the lives of his younger brother and sister, Corey and Natalie.
Monday Feb 28, 2022
Monday Feb 28, 2022
Linda Hurst received her undergraduate degree in social work from Temple University and then served in the military reserves. She however was unable to work as a social worker in the reserves because social workers did not work in the military at that time. It was then that she found out about occupational therapy as she was seeking a field that was similar to social work. She trained in the military and received a certificate as a certified occupational therapy assistant. She later decided that she wanted more autonomy and applied to UNC Chapel Hill’s OT program in the 80s. Although she was not the first Black OT student to be admitted to the program, she was the first to graduate as the Black OT who was admitted before her ended up dropping out due to race related issues. Linda Hurst graduated from UNC Chapel Hill in 1990. We honor Linda as the 1st Black OT to graduate from UNC Chapel Hill, her contributions to the occupational therapy profession in mental health and her military service. The world is a better place because of Linda Hurst.