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By Cheryl Hall | June 23, 2026 As an occupational therapist, have you ever found yourself feeling overlooked or undervalued by the broader healthcare team? It is a sentiment that resonates deeply within the profession, yet it is far from an isolated experience. If you sit down with colleagues across the clinical spectrum—nurses, physician assistants,…
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For parents, caregivers, and speech-language pathologists, the journey of helping a child find their voice is often fraught with complexity. Every child develops at a different pace, and navigating the nuances of language acquisition requires not only patience but also a clear, evidence-based roadmap. A new suite of functional communication curriculums has been introduced to…
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At Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital in Nashville, the newest piece of mobility equipment is a 3D-printed wheelchair—built layer by layer by a gaming and technology specialist who had never set out to design a wheelchair at all. That detail matters. It is a small sign of a much bigger shift happening in pediatric care:…
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For many professionals in the field of occupational therapy, the decision to specialize in geriatric care is more than just a career move; it is a commitment to one of the most rewarding and impactful demographics in modern healthcare. As the global population shifts, with the over-65 age cohort emerging as the largest and fastest-growing…
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Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) and educators frequently face the complex challenge of addressing vocal health and resonance disorders in children and teenagers. Because these issues can significantly impact a student’s confidence and ability to communicate effectively in diverse environments—ranging from the classroom to the stage—the need for evidence-based, structured intervention has never been greater. A new…
