Two days Continuing Occupational Therapy Education (COTE) on Who guidelines on wheelchair service & Training delivery And Universal design features on barrier free environment.

Occupational therapy workshop at Manipal

Department of Occupational Therapy, SOAHS, Manipal organized twin workshops as part of the ongoing World Occupational Therapy Day celebrations.

The first one was a three day workshop on ‘Capacity Building for the Occupational Therapy Researcher’ from 24^th-26^th November 2014

This workshop intended to enhance the much needed research skills and knowledge of occupational therapists. Competence in quantitative research is essential for post-graduate students and young researchers which can encourage them to disseminate findings from their clinical practice. Qualitative studies are increasingly important as a research tool especially with the ever-existing constraint of sample size and other stringent requirements of quantitative research. Through this workshop, participants were introduced to aspects of qualitative research. They had hands-on practice in conducting a developing an interview guide, conducting a focus group interview and coding data for analysis. Tool development, another critical area for the occupational therapy professional was also covered in the workshop. They had practical sessions where they could practice the statistical procedures involved in tool development and quantitative research. This would encourage participants to work on development of culturally valid outcome measures in India as the currently available tools are mostly developed for the Western population. Overall, the workshop aimed to provide an understanding into the process, prerequisite skills and technological tools for publishing research findings in good scientific journals.   

The workshop was inaugurated by Dr Vinod Bhat, Pro-Vice Chancellor, Manipal University with Dr B Rajashekhar, Dean, SOAHS as the Guest of Honour.

Resource persons: (Three external + three internal)

Dr Shreemathi Mayya, Associate Professor-senior scale, Dept of Statistics, Manipal University

Dr Binu V S, Associate Professor, Dept of Statistics, Manipal University

Dr Shivanand Bhat, Associate Professor and Senior Librarian, Manipal University

Dr Sebestina Dsouza, Professor & Head, Dept. of Occupational Therapy SOAHS, Manipal

Dr Shashidhar Rao, Associate Professor, Dept. of Occupational Therapy SOAHS, Manipal

Mrs Vinita Acharya, Assistant Professor-Selection grade, Dept. of Occupational Therapy SOAHS, Manipal

Participants who attended the workshop included clinical occupational therapists from Goa, Puducherry, Bengaluru and Orissa while remaining were post graduate   students from the department itself.

The workshop was well received and all the participants appreciated the need for organizing such workshops more often in the future.

The second of the twin workshops was on ‘Occupational Therapy in Stroke Rehabilitation: An Evidence based approach’ from 27^th-29^th November 2014 as part of the ongoing World Occupational Therapy Day celebrations.

This workshop aimed to build competence in stroke rehabilitation, a much needed force considering the increasing incidence and prevalence of stroke in India. This workshop oriented the participants to the paradigm shift in the approach to stroke rehabilitation from bottom-up to top-down.  It introduced them to Task-oriented Occupational Therapy approach and emphasized on clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice in stroke rehabilitation. The participants could avail the opportunity for hands-on practice with several standardized tools relevant to stroke rehabilitation from the department’s well-equipped standardized assessment lab. The workshop also used case videos and vignettes in practical sessions to enhance clinical reasoning.

Resource persons for this workshop were from the Department of Occupational Therapy, SOAHS, Manipal

Dr Sebestina Dsouza, Professor & Head, Mr Koushik Sau, Assistant Professor-Senior scale, and

Mr Guruprasad, Assistant Professor

Again, participants attending the workshop were clinical occupational therapists from Saudi Arabia, Chennai, Vellore, Bengaluru and Orissa and  post graduate   students from the department itself.

The workshop was well received and all the participants appreciated the facilities at Manipal and reiterated the need for organizing such workshops more often in the future.

'Final announcement for the Twin workshops at Manipal from 24th-29th November 2014. Those interested may avail this opportunity to upgrade their  skills in quantitative and qualitative research as well as an evidence based approach to stroke rehabilitation in Occupational therapy.

Last date for registration: 17th November 2014'  

Thanks and Regards,

Vinita Acharya,

Assistant Professor-Selection grade

Dept. of Occupational Therapy,

School of Allied Health Sciences (SOAHS), Manipal

Twins Occupational therapy workshop at Manipal In November , 2014

First Notification Regarding Continuing Occupational Therapy Education (COTE) Organized By Department Of Occupational Therapy, SOAHS, Manipal

Department of Occupational Therapy, SOAHS, Manipal

We are pleased to announce the organization of two Continuing Occupational Therapy Education (COTE) workshops in the month of November 2014 for interested occupational therapy graduates, interns, post graduates, faculty members and clinical therapists.

Capacity Building for the Occupational therapy Researcher

This workshop intends to empower budding occupational therapists with the much needed research skills and knowledge. Research and research publications are no longer an optional academic pursuit of individuals with an inherent research aptitude. On the contrary, in today’s academic world and industry research is an essential skill and tool for advancement. Like all skills, research skills can also be taught and learned. There is tremendous scope and potential for occupational therapy research in India. This workshop aims to hone the skills of occupational therapists so as to enable them to utilize this vast untapped potential for research in India.

Date: 24^th -26^th November 2014

Registration fees: 3000 INR (for faculty and working professionals)

                              2750 INR (for UG/PG students and interns)

Occupational Therapy in Stroke rehabilitation: An Evidence-based approach

With increasing incidence and prevalence of stroke in India, there is also an increased need for occupational therapists specialized in stroke rehabilitation. Recent years have seen a paradigm shift in the approach to stroke rehabilitation from bottom-up to top-down. This workshop aims to orient participants to the nuances of a functional top-down approach. It will emphasize on clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice in stroke rehabilitation. 

Date: 27^th -29^th November 2014

Fees: 3000 INR (for faculty and working professionals)

         2750 INR (for UG/PG students and interns)  

Special offer: Participants attending both the workshops can avail the special discount price:

         5700 INR (for faculty and working professionals)

         5400 INR (for UG/PG students and interns)  

Convener: Mrs. Vinita Acharya, Assistant Professor-senior scale, Dept. of Occupational Therapy,           

                  SOAHS, Manipal

Contact details:  Off: 0820-2922188    

    Mobile: 09986071111

                            Email id: vinita.acharya@manipal.edu     

Continuing Occupational therapy Education (COTE) on Advanced in hand splinting and wheel chair

Academic council of Occupational therapy  organized Continuing Occupational therapy Education (COTE) on Advanced in hand splinting and wheel chair services based on who guidelines  from 23^rd to 24^th August 2014 . For more information please refer below link for more information http://www.aiota.org/COTEcircularforWebsite.pdf

Seminar cum workshop on the topic ‘Collaborative Coaching Model for Children with Sensory Processing Dysfunctions’. at manipal

Department of Occupational Therapy

School of Allied Health Sciences

Manipal University, Manipal

As announced earlier, the Department of Occupational Therapy, SOAHS, Manipal University will be hosting a seminar cum workshop on the topic ‘Collaborative Coaching Model for Children with Sensory Processing Dysfunctions’. The following is the details about the same.

TOPIC: Collaborative Coaching Model for Children with Sensory Processing Dysfunctions

Collaborative Coaching Model (CCM) provides a platform to develop a collaborative partnership between the therapist, client and their caregivers and other service providers to enable participation in meaningful occupations of the client by creating the best person-environment fit in a client’s natural environment. CCM utilizes coaching as an interacting style that offers support to the client, their caregivers and other service providers. It helps them to generate strategies to participate in meaningful occupations. This workshop will offer a unique perspective on understanding the needs & challenges of children with sensory processing disorders within their home, school and community environment.

Resource Persons

Ms. Elizabeth Cada, Ed.D., OTR/L, FAOTA

Dean, College of Health and Human Services,

Governors State University, Illinois, United States.

 

Ms. Divya Sood, OTD, OTR/L

Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy,

Governors State University, Illinois, United States.

                                                    Date & Timings

23^rd January, 2014: 9.00 am - 5.00 pm

24^th January, 2014: 9.00 am - 2.00 pm

Venue

Shirdi Sai Baba Hospital Auditorium, KMC, Manipal, Udupi, Karnataka.

Interested candidates please contact:

Mrs. KR. Banumathe

Coordinator

Mail i.d:  banumathe@gmail.com

Office: 08202922938; 08202922188

Department of Occupational Therapy, SOAHS, Manipal

We are pleased to announce that the Department of Occupational Therapy, SOAHS, Manipal University would be hosting a seminar cum workshop on various aspects of Child Habilitation on 23^rd & 24^th January, 2014. The resource personnel would be from Governors State University, Illinois, United States. Details about the seminar/workshop will be announced soon. Keep visiting the blog for further updates.

Interested candidates please contact

Mrs. KR. Banumathe,

Coordinator,

Asst. Professor- Senior Scale,

Dept. of Occupational Therapy, SOAHS, Manipal University, Manipal.

Email :  banumathe@gmail.com;

Mobile: 9035120310

Office: 08202922938; 08202922188

3rd Post Graduate Training Program in Oncology for Occupational Therapists”

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY DEPARTMENT

TATA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

PAREL, MUMBAI - 12.

Dear Occupational Therapist,

 The Occupational Therapy Department at Tata Memorial Hospital is conducting 3^rd  Post Graduate Training Program in Oncology for Occupational Therapists” on 18^th,19^th , 20^th & 21^st of July 2013. The Tata Memorial Centre has been continuously involved in diagnosis, treatment and research in cancer as well as in training and education to provide the highest standard of patient care from more than 70 years.

This training program aims at imparting knowledge and training related to cancer rehabilitation to the fellow Occupational Therapists.

Rehabilitation in the Oncological conditions like Head and Neck, Breast, Gynecological, Thoracic, Bone and Soft Tissue cancers, Brain Tumors, Palliative care…etc will be covered.

To allow better interaction we will be registering only 20 candidates (graduates and postgraduates).

Only those candidates observing punctuality and attendance will be awarded certificates. No concession will be granted for coming late or leaving early.

Last Date for registration: 30^th June 2013.

Venue: Lecture Hall, 2^nd Floor GJ Block, Tata Memorial Hospital.

Registration charges: Rs 3500/- (Inclusive of Tea and Lunch)

Out station Candidates – Accommodation subject to availability of rooms.

Cheque or DD to be sent in favor of “Tata Memorial Hospital” payable at Mumbai

The registration form is enclosed here with.

Thanking you,

Truly,

Dr (Mrs) Manjusha R Vagal

OIC Occupational Therapy Department,

Room No: 14, Main Building,

Tata Memorial Hospital.

Dr E Borges Road, Parel, Mumbai-400012    

Ph: 022 24177227(Mon to Fri 9:30 to 5:30)

COTE ON Drivers Rehabilitation at AIIPMR, MUMBAI INDIA

Continuing Occupational Therapy Education [COTE]

Drivers’ Rehabilitation.

[A certificate course]

Organized by:

Academic council of Occupational Therapy

In collaboration with

All India Institute of Physical medicine & Rehabilitation, Mumbai, India

Dates: Feb.16^th 2013 (Saturday)                          Timing: 10.00 AM TO 5.00 P.M.  

Venue: Conference hall, All India Institute of Physical medicine & Rehabilitation, Mahalaxmi, MUMBAI.

 Advisory Board:

  Dr. R. Sharma, Director, AIIPMR, Mumbai

  Dr. Anil K. Srivastava, President AIOTA & Executive Chairman, ACOT

  Dr. Jyothika Bijlani, Dean , Academic Council of OT, Mumbai

  Course coordinators:     

  Dr. Smita Jaiwant, HOD, Occupational Therapy Dept., AIIPMR, Mumbai

  Dr. Anita Gupta , Lecturer, Occupational Therapy Dept. AIIPMR, Mumbai.

Objective:

Certificate Course on Drivers’ rehab, for members of AIOTA is one day course with theoretical sessions, practical demonstrations and case presentations followed with assessment of performance of participants for certification. It is exclusively designed to educationally enrich the members of AIOTA with specialized learning and training for use in clinical practice.

Eligibility:

Exclusively for Life Members & Provisional Members of AIOTA

Intake: 25 (maximum)

Registration Fee:

(Inclusive of Certificate, Course Content, contact Hours, Lunch & Tea on COTE Day)

1.        Rs.2,500/- (up to14th Feb, 2013)

2.        Rs.3,000/- (after 14^th Feb &  Spot: Sub. to availability of seats) 

Payments:   

By DD only drawn in favor of AIOTA payable at Mumbai and be sent to Dean ACOT - Dr. Mrs. Jyothika Bijlani, and/or Dr. Shashi Oberai , Hon. Treasurer AIOTA & Dean -Pad. Dr. D.Y. Patil College of OT, 6th Floor, Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College, Sector 5,Nerul, Navi Mumbai-400706, Maharashtra.

M: 09820962641  Email: shashioberai@gmail.com

                                                                                                                                         

Accommodation: Participants of the course have to arrange accommodation by self.  

Expert Faculty: Academic Oration, demonstration and practical sessions followed with assessment of performance:  by experienced teaching faculty of AIIPMR, Mumbai  

Contact:

Dr. Mrs. Jyothika Bijlani ,Dean ACOT,

21, Kalpataru Harmony Next to Sion Telephone Exchange

Sion(E), Mumbai-400022,Maharashtra

M: 09820964567, Email: jyothikabijlani@yahoo.co.in

And/or: AIOTA Website: www.aiota.org  [Registration Form may be downloaded from AIOTA Website]

   

Hand Condition in Peripheral Nerve Damage

Dear ma'am/sir,

Greetings from The Leprosy Mission, Kolkata. We are a charitable organization with a goal "to eradicate the causes and consequences of leprosy".

The department of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy is conducting a workshop on "hand condition in peripheral nerve damage" on 5th & 6th October 2012.

We are please to invite you to attend the above workshop. The details of the workshop and registration form is attached with the mail. 

Thanking you

Regards

COTE on “The Art & Science of Hand Splinting’’ At Manipal

Department of Occupational Therapy, MCOAHS, Manipal            

Dear all,

The Occupational Therapy Department at Manipal College of Allied Health Science cordially invites you to attend COTE on “The Art & Science of Hand Splinting’’ on 29^th & 30^th October 2012.

 The Department of Occupational Therapy at Manipal over the years has transformed into one of the premier occupational therapy centers in India and has been contributing immensely towards the functional rehabilitation of people with disability since 1972. The department also conducts bachelors & master of Occupational Therapy program and hand splinting course (one month).

  Our splinting unit provides state of the art facility and is one of its kinds in India. We design and fabricate 1800 to 2000 (approx) thermoplastic as well as metallic splint annually. We also design and fabricate assistive device according to patient’s requirement.

This COTE will focuses on the importance of splinting in upper extremity management. This is designed to enhance the understanding of splinting principles and hands on experience in handling different thermoplastics and metallic splints. Focus will be given on assessment and       management of various conditions with splinting and to clarify various doubts and myths.

COTE content:

     LECTURES

·        Principles of splinting and biomechanics

·        Splinting precautions and clinical applications

·        Wearing regimen

LABS / DEMONSTRATIONS

•         Tools, materials, basic splinting skill

•         Design and pattern-making

•         Splint making demonstration & practice

Resource person: -

Mr Shovan Saha, HOD, Dept of OT, Splinting course co-ordinator, Vice president of Indian Hand Therapy Association

Mr Sanjiv Kumar, Asst. Professor- senior scale, Dept of OT

Ms Sumedha Kamath P, Asst Lecturer, Dept of OT

Target audience:-

BOT students, interns, post graduate students and qualified therapist

Registration fee detail

Till 30th  Sep, 2012	Students (UG/PG/Interns)	Rs. 700/-
	Staff /Delegates	Rs. 1000/-
After 30th Sep,2012	Students (UG/PG/Interns)	Rs. 900/-
	Staff /Delegates	Rs. 1200/-

* Registration fee include breakfast, lunch & COTE kit

* If you need accommodation facilities, you may contact us in advance and we would facilitate the arrangement.  

For more information, please contact:

Mr Sanjiv Kumar,

Asst Professor (Senior scale)

Dept of Occupational Therapy,

Manipal College of Allied Health Sciences,

Manipal-576104

Email-sanjivot2000@gmail.com

Mob-09743788043

  

Department of Occupational Therapy, MCOAHS, Manipal

Registration form for

COTE on “The Art & Science of Hand splinting” on 29^{th &} 30^th October 2012

Ø Please use capital letter, write name as you would want to appear on the certificate

Name: _________________________________________   Age: ________ Gender: M/F

Designation: Student, Faculty/ Clinical therapist

Name of the institution: ___________________________________________________

Address: _______________________________________________________________

Phone: __________________ Email ID: ______________________________________

Ø  Payment to be made by demand draft drawn in favour of ‘Dean, MCOAHS’ payable at Udupi/Manipal

      Detail of payment: DD No: _________________________ Dated: ________________

      Drawn on (Bank): ________________________________ Branch: Udupi/ Manipal

    Date:                                                                   Signature

Certificate (for students only)

This is to certify that ____________________________ is a bonafide student of Occupational Therapy at ______________________________ (college/ institute)

Seal and Signature of Head of Department

Mailing address: