OTPs can support autistic children and caregivers at home to increase engagement in meaningful activities and typical family routines. Review the updated research surrounding this topic to ensure you are providing the best care for your clients: https://bit.ly/4fh9vG0
AOTA
Non-profit Organization Management
Bethesda, Maryland 72,322 followers
AOTA is the national professional association for occupational therapy practitioners.
About us
The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) is the national professional association established in 1917 to represent the interests and concerns of occupational therapy practitioners and students of occupational therapy and to improve the quality of occupational therapy services. AOTA represents the professional interests and concerns of more than 213,000 occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, and students. Members reside in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and internationally. AOTA’s major programs and activities are directed toward assuring the quality of occupational therapy services; improving consumer access to health care services, and promoting the professional development of members. AOTA educates the public and advances the profession by providing resources, setting standards, and serving as an advocate to improve health care. AOTA is based in North Bethesda, MD.
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http://www.aota.org
External link for AOTA
- Industry
- Non-profit Organization Management
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Bethesda, Maryland
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1917
- Specialties
- Professional health care association, Occupational Therapy, Occupational Therapy Conferences, Occupational Therapy Continuing Education, Occupational Therapy Books, and Occupational Therapy Jobs
Locations
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Primary
7501 Wisconsin Ave
500E
Bethesda, Maryland 20814, US
Employees at AOTA
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Gregg Martin
Sales, Sales Management, Business Development & Revenue Generation Expert / Healthcare Market
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Charles H. Jeffers II, CDME
Interim Executive Director at American Occupational Therapy Association
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Lisa Gwaltney
Communications, Marketing, and Design Professional
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Abe Saffer
Senior Legislative Representative at AOTA
Updates
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Join us this Thursday, August 1 at 2pm ET for a conversation on mental health in criminal justice with Harvard-Massachusetts General Hospital Center for Law, Brain and Behavior Executive Director Robert Thomson Kinscherff, PhD, JD and Saint Louis University Transformative Justice Initiative Founder Lisa Jaegers, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA. Register now: https://lnkd.in/eKZPFnrR
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Exciting news! I’ll be joining Jayson Davies, M.A., OTR/L & OT Schoolhouse at their virtual 2024 Back to School Conference August 24-25 for a Q&A session to address some of your most urgent questions in school-based OT advocacy. Learn more & register today: https://lnkd.in/eK6Ad-7g
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Looking for resources to help you address the unique healthcare needs of women in your practice? Check out our women’s health curated page, filled with information and the tools you need to help women better perform in everyday activities! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3SkS11r
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Dr. Jennifer Washko, OTR/L, a faculty member at Misericordia University, recently polished her credentials by earning a school-based practice professional certificate from AOTA! Dr. Washko says the program has helped her re-develop the way she educates, delivers content, and challenges her students. Find out how you can take the next step earn your school-based practice professional certificate today: https://bit.ly/3QvLHn4 #AOTACert
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Mark your calendars! AOTA staff & experts will be joining the FDA on July 25 at 12pm ET for a conversation around the barriers and opportunities for the delivery of health care in the home environment and the value of occupational therapy throughout the process. Register today: https://bit.ly/3Wsavzt
Virtual Public Meeting - Home as a Health Care Hub - Stakeholder Liste
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AOTA staff & volunteers from AOTA’s Special Interest Sections on Productive Aging, Work & Industry, and Home & Community Health were recently invited to promote OT’s role in #wellness and #ergonomics at the The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons conference in Baltimore. They heard from medical staff about the ergonomic challenges that come with the regular use of endoscopy, robotic, and laparoscopic equipment during surgery. #ASCRS24
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Join AOTA’s Practice Engagement & Capacity Building team on July 25 at 6pm ET for an interactive session on how environmental factors can be used to increase the visibility of diversity, equity, and inclusion challenges in #occupationaltherapy. We hope to see you there, register today: https://bit.ly/3StbP33
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The Richmond Free Press recently featured Jodi Winship, PhD, OTR/L, founder of Richmond Aging and Engaging, a nonprofit dedicated to helping older adults aging-in-place in low-income housing. According to the profile, “by offering physical, cognitive, and social activities, the organization not only fills a critical need but also enhances the health and well-being of seniors.” Read more: https://bit.ly/4f7QLZe
Personality: Dr. Jodi Marie Winship
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The recently released 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule offers important updates on telehealth, supervision, caregiver training, and more. Check out AOTA's analysis for details on how these Medicare Part B policy updates will impact OT practitioners: https://bit.ly/4f6sLWs
CMS has released the CY 2025 Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule, which includes new policies to advance #HealthEquity, support whole-person care, strengthen primary care, and expand access to behavioral and oral health care. Learn more here: https://go.cms.gov/4eYtKrJ
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