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#12: "Dear ISTAR Donors, thank you for financially supporting us by donating generously for Charlie's stuttering therapy. At first, we thought that this service... is too expensive for us, but you miraculously helped us. We believe this will make a huge positive impact for Charlie's life and career. We are writing this letter to show our gratefulness towards you and your team. Again, a big thank you from our heart, and we wish each one of you the strength and ability to continue this great job, and change other people's life, like you changed ours." #12WaysISTAR See more

A big congratulations to Rehab Med's Dr. Jacqueline Cummine on being named Canada Research Chair in Neuroscience of Literacy! Read more about her innovative research here: https://bit.ly/cummineCRC #CRC20in2020 #ResearchCanada

#11: "The focus is the journey, not the destination. #12WaysISTAR

#10: "I tried other programs but ISTAR was the right method for me. #12WaysISTAR

#9: "I thought speech therapy was going to be striving towards being perfectly fluent all of the time." #12WaysISTAR

Charity partners with occupational therapy students to deliver unique program.

#8: Happy Monday! We're counting down to the holidays, ISTAR style! We asked our wonderful clients to share what ISTAR means to them and, in their words, all the ways speech therapy changes lives! #12WaysISTAR

Torey Hruska will be officially receiving her MSc SLP on Friday, Nov. 20. This comes after completing her undergrad degree - A Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Linguistics and Minor in Speech Sciences from the University of Calgary. #UAlberta20

Our last convocation feature! #UAlberta20 "Some of my fondest memories include the time spent with my classmates." Fall Convocation Q&A with MSc RS graduate Joni Nedeljak:

While we may not be able to celebrate in person, we can still join together online! Don't miss out on the #UAlberta virtual convocation ceremony, Friday, Nov. 20 at 10:00 a.m. The livestream can be accessed on the UAlberta homepage at http://ualberta.ca. #UAlberta20

PLEASE NOTE: Following new provincial COVID-19 restrictions, massage therapy services will be on hold until at least January 11, 2021. We remain open and conti...nue to provide in-person and tele-rehab physiotherapy, sport medicine physician and orthopedic appointments. Visit http://bit.ly/gssmcCOVID-19 for more info. See more

Congratulations to Rehab Med's and HiMARC's Suzette Bremault-Phillips on her recent Department of National Defence funding for her study, "Worn down by 'Wicked Moral Problems': Digitally-delivering a group moral injury intervention to frontline COVID-19 service personnel."

Émilie Robertson, a medical resident and new master’s grad in rehabilitation science, is developing virtual tools to help surgeons correct skull defects in babiesand make the experience less scary for families. #UAlberta #UAlberta20

If you were to ask Mary Woodruff what her time at the Augmentative and Alternative Communication Camp was like, she would tell you it was ‘life changing.’ This year's camp took place completely online, but still allowed for amazing connections. "I remember that first parent session where Mary shared her emotional story, and the outpouring of love and support she received from the other parents," said Karen Pollock, director of the AAC Camp. "I spent a lot of time wondering if the camp would still be successful online, but in that moment, watching other parents share their experiences and support Mary, I knew, 'this is why we do it - this is what it’s all about!'

Congratulations to ALL of our amazing MSc and PhD graduates! Each of you has worked so hard to get here. We couldn't be more proud! #UAlberta20 ICYMI: Read the Q&As and feature profiles of some of our grads from the Fall Class of 2020: https://ualberta.ca//reco/fall-convocation-grads-2020.html

Congratulations to our own Suzette Bremault-Phillips, Martin Ferguson-Pell and Antonio Miguel-Cruz for their recent funding from the Department of National Defence!

Geoffrey Rachor’s ongoing journey with post-herpetic neuralgia led him to the MSc Rehabilitation Science program. #UAlberta20 My goal is to help others, as I have been able to help myself, lead their own lives instead of letting their pain overcome them.

"[During my degree] I witnessed and learned from faculty who are so passionate about their work and the field itself. This passion ... inspired me to pursue future PhD studies." #UAlberta20 Fall Convocation Q&A with MSc SLP grad Spenser Halfyard:

Congratulations to our own Margie McNeely on her recent Alberta Innovates funding of $326,297 for her project: "Reconnecting vulnerable outpatients with multidisciplinary care an RCT assessing online programming in the time of COVID-19."

"[T]he day I defended my thesis work made me think, 'Man, this is what university is about! This is how individuals should be challenged to grow and learn.'" #UAlberta20 Fall Convocation Q&A with MSc RS graduate Sydney Hampshire:

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"The world changes so quickly that you really never know where you are headed and how you may use the skills you obtain along the way." #UAlberta20 Fall Convocation Q&A with PhD RS graduate Lisa Jasper:

#7: "Thank you for helping me." #12WaysISTAR

The countdown to our Dine with the Dean event is on! #UAlbertaAW In the meantime, why not take a look at one of our virtual tours? Find out more about the Glen Sather Sports Medicine Clinic, one of the top physiotherapy clinics in Edmonton, right on UAlberta campus!

DON'T FORGET: If you've signed up for our Dine with the Dean event tomorrow, Sept. 23, you can submit your questions early! Submit your most burning Q's here: https://bit.ly/32UMkhi

Posted @withregram @thegateway Our December magazine, dedicated to health care workers, is online now! Link in our bio

Interested in supporting research and resources for PTSD treatment? The First Response to Fashion show is an annual event featuring first responders on the runway! Proceeds from the event are donated to Heroes in Mind, Advocacy and Research Consortium - Himarc. September 25, 7:00 p.m. Virtual event More info and tickets: https://firstfashionptsd.com

#6: "Before coming to ISTAR, I hadn't met another person who had a stutter." #12WaysISTAR

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER: Dine with the Dean, Sept. 23, 12:00-1:00 p.m. Grab your lunch and Dine with the Dean as Dr. Bob Haennel talks about the future of Rehab Med! Special guests from PT, OT, CSD and RS will join for five-minute presentations on their amazing research. Register and meet the panelists: http://bit.ly/RehabMedAW20

Happy 1st day of #UAlbertaAW! Our virtual tours are up and running! Take a look at some of the best Rehab Med spaces at http://bit.ly/RehabMedAW20. You'll have the opportunity to view student clinics, research labs and resource rooms - like our RRC:

#5: "I had no idea I closed my eyes and tensed my shoulders to work through a stutter. While my fluency improves, speech therapy also showed me how to be aware of my body language. #12WaysISTAR

Alberta Aphasia Camp 2020 is off to a great start! We have 60 campers from across Canada and 30 volunteers from the University of Alberta. We spent the evening ...getting to know each other and singing songs. Two great days of activities ahead! March Of Dimes Canada University of Alberta - Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine

This semester, the Unwind Your Mind team developed a variety of resources to help students prioritize their self-care, including healthy eating, sleep hygiene, de-stress activities and ideas to encourage others. Visit uab.ca/unwind to learn more.

Okay, how AMAZING are our researchers, students and labs in Rehab Med? Check out a sneak peek of one of the virtual tours being offered during our Alumni Week(end) programming. #UAlbertaAW Our Cancer Rehab Clinic peeps are definitely creative!

To wrap up 2020, we're bringing you the 'Top 5' Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine news stories of the year! Watch the video below and find the full story links in the video description. #UAlberta

#4: #12WaysISTAR

#3: Another way ISTAR changes lives We're counting down to the holidays by celebrating our clients' successes! #12WaysISTAR

Only FIVE more days until our Dine with the Dean #UAlbertaAW event! You won't want to miss out on the great panel of presenters joining us to discuss top research in rehab medicine. Meet our panelists and register: https://ualberta.ca//alu/dine-with-the-dean-panelists.html

UAlberta speech-language pathologist says theres still more to learn from clients about communication difficulties after a concussion.

A cocktail pitch is a short, compelling speech explaining who you are and what you do. On September 22, learn how to craft your perfect cocktail pitch and begin... introducing yourself to professional connections effectively. Register now: https://bit.ly/2ZCUngT Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry - University of Alberta University of Alberta Faculty of Nursing University of Alberta School of Public Health University of Alberta - Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine Alberta Children's Hospital Research Institute Canadian Child Health Clinician Scientist Program

Are you a young athlete who has recently suffered an acute injury? Our Acute Youth Injury Clinic might be for you! Visit bit.ly/satherAYIC for more info.

#2: We're counting down to the holidays with all the ways ISTAR has changed clients' lives! #12WaysISTAR

Congratulations to Department of Occupational Therapy's Shu-Ping Chen for receiving an SSHRC Insight Development Grant valued at $71,679! Her project is looking at job retention and career development for people with serious mental illnesses.

Let’s countdown to the holidays, ISTAR style! We asked our wonderful clients to share what ISTAR means to them. For the next 12 days, we’re going to celebrate their successes and, in their words, all the ways ISTAR therapy changes lives! #12WaysISTAR

Unwind after a busy week of Alumni Week(end) virtual events with Campus to Couch Trivia Night! on Friday, Sept. 25! Show off the depths of your knowledge and... put your brain to the test by answering questions about pop culture, geography and @UAlberta for a chance to win a prize! RSVP now: https://bit.ly/2EFpPDw See more

Congratulations to Rehab Med's Vicki Trombley (40 years of service), Angela Libutti, Martha Roxburgh and Jaynie Yang (all 30 years of service) for being recognized at this year's #UAlberta Celebration of Service and Excellence Awards! We're so happy to have you as part of the faculty!

We're starting to get excited for the upcoming Alumni Week(end) 2020 events across campus and in Rehab Med! Check out what our faculty will be offering during the week-long celebration and view a full listing of #UAlbertaAW events at the U of A! https://ualberta.ca/rehabilitati//alumni-weekend-2020.html

In a time of isolation and limited social interaction, how do we support our mental health? This is a question University of Alberta researchers asked themselves and they think they have the answer.

Taking care of your physical and mental health is important, and the Dean of Students' Health and Wellness teams are here to support you. If you reside outside of Alberta, there are Health and Wellness services available to you through the U of A.

A survey conducted by Rehab Med audiology prof Bill Hodgetts is looking into the impact of the pandemic on hard-of-hearing individuals. He said the increased effort exerted from not being able to read lips can cause extra anxiety for the hard-of-hearing.

Today is #GivingTuesday! We'd like to take a moment to celebrate all of our amazing donors. Thanks to your support, we can continue to enhance lives through rehabilitation. Learn more about giving to the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine: https://ualberta.ca//alum/giving/giving-opportunities.html

DYK: Grading the Lachman is based on the amount of anterior tibial translation. This is different from grading an MCL injury that looks at the amount of ligament damage. Fun fact: Some patients' post-op ACLR may have a grade 1 Lachman with a solid endpoint.

"There is a hidden underbelly of racism that exists in health care, and it is directly responsible for many negative health outcomes," said #UAlbertaNursing Dr.... Bukola Salami and University of Alberta - Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine Dr. Andrea MacLeod. Read op-ed from the Edmonton Journal : http://ow.ly/pjlN50CwM3F

PLEASE NOTE: We remain open for in-person and tele-rehab visits per the recent COVID-19 provincial restrictions. Visit http://bit.ly/gssmcCOVID-19 for more info.

"Our pitch was that we have an amazing product that we've just entered into the market with and we are ready to grow." Congrats Jana and team!

Our 2020 issue of The Stars of ISTAR is now available! Read about our amazing clients, donors, clinicians, researchers and students! https://ualberta.ca//marketing-com/the-stars-of-istar.html

U of A students: Whether you're new to online learning or just need a refresher, this interactive eClass will give you information and resources to succeed: https://www.ualberta.ca//academic-suc/resources/index.html

Occupational therapist develops tool to help patients and practitioners find apps that offer reliable information and protect privacy.

Sneak peek at one of this year's ISTAR magazine features! Darrel Ellenwoods early participation in research sparked a 20-year relationship as an ISTAR donor and volunteer.

This year's First Response to Fashion show will be virtual! All proceeds from ticket sales will support Rehab Med's Heroes in Mind, Advocacy and Research Consortium - Himarc!

In honour of #NationalPhilanthropyDay, discover how the donor-funded Stephanie Chipeur Accessibility Research Fund is helping one UAlberta speech-language pathologist make a difference in the lives of people with aphasia.

While children with autism are at risk of being bullied and left out, telling friends and teachers about a child's autism doesn't always improve the situation, ...according to University of Alberta - Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine professor Sandra Thompson-Hodgetts. She received a WCHRI Innovation Grant to look deeper into what can be a difficult choice for parents. Read more: https://bit.ly/32hWWoY Stollery Children's Hospital Foundation

YYC ALUMNI: As we all adjust to the new normal, UAlberta Alumni has been trying to think of a way we can get our Calgary alumni together safely to have a little fun. Join your fellow graduates on August 24 at 6 pm for a family-friendly drive-in movie! Movie: Space Jam... Date: Aug. 24, 2020 Location: Telus Spark Time: 6 p.m. Cost: $25 per car You can register here: https://secure-ualberta.imodules.com/s/1/phase2/index.aspx They're only able to accommodate 100 cars, so if you want to join in, we recommend you register right away. We really hope you can make it! And if you can think of other ways we can help to keep our Calgary grads connected, we would love to hear from you. You can email me any time at [email protected]! On behalf of your Calgary UAlberta alumni chapter, stay safe and take care.

Creativity comes to the forefront of practicums in the age of COVID. Great work from our students!

Mary Forhan, chair and associate professor in the Department of Occupational Therapy in the U of A's Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine, co-wrote a chapter in the updated Canadian Adult Obesity Clinical Practice Guidelines.

For the first time, the guidelines published by Obesity Canada and the Association of Bariatric Physicians and Surgeons call on the expertise of occupational and physiotherapists.

New Obesity Canada guidelines include first chapter ever written by occupational and physical therapists.

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many of us to change the way we do things, and some say the changes to how we access health care have been for the better. Rehab Med's Martin Ferguson-Pell speaks with Global News about how virtual health care should be around post-pandemic.

Long before COVID-19, around the year 2016, the team at the Rehabilitation Robotics Lab at the University of Alberta began working on a project that would give people in rural Alberta access to specialist rehabilitation assessments.

"I plan on doing more education in the area of autism and fluency, which are two of my areas of interest. I want to give back to my community by helping families that need my support." #UAlberta20 Fall Convocation Q&A with MSc SLP grad Bridgette da Silva:

Starting Monday, Aug. 17, our physiotherapist will be taking patients from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Call us at 780-407-5160 to make an appointment.

Increased video-conferencing may boost willingness to book virtual appointments.

"I was surrounded by the most supportive and caring supervisors, instructors, advisors, administrative staff and colleagues." Fall Convocation Q&A with MSc RS graduate Waad AlOlayan:

COVID-19 created an imperative to deliver health care virtually, said Martin Ferguson-Pell, professor in the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine. Before the pandemic, the ability to provide remote health-care solutions came with a lot of perceived barriers. But a lot of these barriers were overcome in a short period of time given the need to provide care during a time of physical distancing.

U of A obesity, health experts help update guidelines that shift focus away from the weigh scale and onto health outcomes.

We would like to introduce another member of the Division committee! Meet our student representative Paula Ospina Lopez Paula is a PhD candidate at th...e University of Alberta - Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine. As a graduate student, she has served as a research assistant and coordinator for studies involving rehabilitation programs for adults with cancer. Her area of research focuses on exploring the benefits of physical rehabilitation for children and adolescents with cancer at risk of developing chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy. In addition to her research experience, she works clinically in the oncology inpatient and outpatient wards. Meet Paula on our Q&A sessions on Nov. 24th (English) and Nov. 25th (French)! Registration link in bio! #oncologyrehabilitation #oncologyrehab #physiotherapy #physio #oncologyphysiotherapy #physiotherapycanada #cancerehab #cancerrehabilitation #cancerresearch #cancerrehab #oncology #oncologyresearch #physicaltherapy #rehab #oncology #ualberta #canada

We asked Becca Tanner, one of our Calgary-based MSc students, what it was like to learn from home last academic year. Read about her experiences and discover some tips for success in this new learning environment: https://ualberta.ca/rehabilitati/about-us/becca-tanner.html

As the Fall 2020 semester ramps up, we want to make sure our students are prepared for what classes will look like, both online and in person. Visit http://bit.ly/FRMfall2020 for more information about what this semester holds in the Faculty of Rehab Med!

As we remember those who fought and continue to fight for peace, let's also salute military and veteran health-care researchers who are working to understand the impact of moral injury and develop interventions that heal. #LestWeForget https://www.ualberta.ca//healing-the-spirit-after-moral-in

Last year, The Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Flag flew for the first time at the entrance to the University of Alberta's North Campus. This year, it is flying proudly for the first time at Corbett Hall on our newly installed flag poles. Read last year's Poppy Flag announcement: https://ualberta.ca//ualberta-raises-poppy-flag-to-remembe The Poppy Flag was raised on November 1 and will be in place until November 11 to help raise awareness of the Legion's Poppy Campaign and reco...gnize the amazing 70-year partnership between the Royal Canadian Legion and the University of Alberta. Thank you to the Royal Canadian Legion for all that they do in supporting military and veterans. We couldn't be more happy to showcase the Poppy Flag at Corbett Hall, the home of Rehab Med's Heroes in Mind, Advocacy and Research Consortium - Himarc! #LestWeForget To support the Legion's Poppy Campaign, visit https://poppyboxabnwt.com/home

Our FRM Strategic Plan 2020-2025 is now live! Read about how we're reaching our goals of uplifting our work, our communities and our people: https://bit.ly/FRMstrat2020

U of A researchers tap into experiences and ideas of people living with dementia to fill public information gap.

Congratulations to Rehab Med's Doug Gross on his recent Alberta Spine Foundation funding!

Congratulations to FRM adjunct assistant professor and School of Public Health adjunct professor Priscilla Ferrazzi for her new role as an invited expert advisor for the National Disability Research Partnership at the University of Sydney! Learn more about the partnership: https://www.ndrp.org.au/

To cap off #OTMonth, here are FIVE things you may not know about occupational therapy, as told by faculty, staff and students.

This is the type of profession that is never boring. #OTMonth FEATURE: Q&A with Mary Forhan, chair and associate professor, Department of Occupational Therapy: bit.ly/MaryForhanQA

MSc OT Student Lyndsay Pinder: To me, occupational therapy means staying curious about the person, their environment and their occupations, all the while holding that big picture in your mind while you support an individual on their journey. I love to be useful! I also love to solve problems, and I love the profession’s roots in activism. #OTMonth

Department of Occupational Therapy Academic Advisor Jessica Bennet enjoys watching students make progress in their program because she knows that means they are going to get to help people live meaningful lives. #OTMonth It’s such a good feeling to see our students progress because I know they are going to be great OTs.

Chelsea Jones never imagined she’d end up on a shooting range, in a tank, or in a helicopter. But, amazingly, this is where her OT career took her. She currently works with/researches PTSD treatment for military, first responders, veterans & their families: http://bit.ly/OTdigital #OTMonth 1. What inspired you to pursue OT as a career? ... I knew I would never be bored with my career choice. OT really is the ultimate "keep-your-career-options-open" career! Because of the unique and holistic OT lens, it is applicable across the lifespan as well as in varying industries, including education and health care. 2. What do you like most about working in OT? The client-centred OT approach is such an important part of a multidisciplinary health-care approach. Helping others realize and reach their goals and potential is rewarding. Seeing a client you are working with smile makes it all worth it. As an OT, you get to give back to society.

Before finding occupational therapy, Breana Morrell started her academic career in another health-care program. But, in her opinion, she found that patients were often reduced to their diagnosis. This led her to pursue the MScOT program, which tailors practices to clients & their capabilities. #OTMonth 1. What does occupational therapy mean to you? To me, OT is about making the world accessible to all. We should all have the opportunity to participate in new activities, see ...new places, and explore what is meaningful to us. This should not only be available to people who fit into the typical mold that society has created. 2. What inspired you to pursue OT? I pursued another area of health care and found that people were often reduced to a statistic or a diagnosis. I love that OT is entirely client-centred and strengths-based, focusing on how someone can do something rather than why they can’t.

Dr. Shu-Ping Chen loves working with and learning from clients. She has dedicated her career to helping those with mental illnesses lead meaningful lives. My teaching and research focus on social inclusion for individuals with mental illnesses. When people have the freedom to engage in occupations they value and are expected to do, they develop an identity separate from illness, reduce stigma, build hope, play meaningful roles and promote self-determination. Her career has also led her to research substance abuse and how it can affect mental health: http://bit.ly/OTsubstances #OTMonth

#DYK that occupational therapists can help you get a good night’s sleep? Dr. Cary Brown researches how physical and social environments can affect quality shut-eye: bit.ly/OTsleep My research in the area of sleep is closely aligned with occupational therapy's understanding that our relationship with the environment is a critical component of our wellbeing. I focus on how the physical environment (light, temperature, sound) and social environment (habits, beliefs, norms and m...edia) can be modified to promote efficient sleep. #OTMonth #WorldOTDay

Helping people with everyday tasks is a major part of occupational therapy. Student Ivy Bang joined the Rehab Med OT program to help others take part in the little things day-to-day activities that greatly improve a person's quality of life. As an undergraduate student, I volunteered with immigrant youth who were learning to read. At the end of the term, they presented me with a note thanking me. In that instance, I knew I wanted to help others with the simple things hol...ding the gaming controller to play video games with a friend, walking their dog down the street or catching and throwing a ball to get back to the baseball team. These are just some of the little things in life I want to help others return to or learn to do on my journey to becoming an occupational therapist. #OTMonth

Amanda Mah was looking for a profession that would allow her to explore how 'health' & 'care' can exist in different ways. She found this in occupational therapy. "I was curious how aspects of our health system could be re-imagined to serve people's lived experiences." #OTMonth

Did you know that October is #OTMonth? Occupational therapy may be a diverse profession, but it does have one main goal: to help people live the best lives they can. Dr. Mary Forhan has dedicated her career to advocating for patients with obesity: http://bit.ly/OTobesity

With athletes returning to training and people heading back to the gym, there’s still some questions about whether or not to wear a mask. Glen Sather Clinic's Dr. Terry DeFreitas discusses the use of face masks during exercise.

Our clinicians continuously work to help our clients succeed in having clear communication, as well as raise awareness of stuttering and its possible triggers: ...https://ualberta.ca//istar-clinician,-researcher-explores- Work like this is important not only today on #ISAD2020, but every day.

#DYK Today is International Stuttering Awareness Day? #ISAD2020 We're grateful for speech students like Spenser, who is focusing on building her career toward helping those who don't have a voice: https://ualberta.ca//student-undergoes-unexpected-transfor

U of A researcher looking at the effects of early intervention for kids with speech-language delays.

#DYK that today is International Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) Awareness Day? One in 14 kids will be diagnosed with DLD, a difficulty understanding others and articulating their own ideas. Learn more: https://radld.org #DLDSeeMe

The virus affects everyone differently which presents an obvious challenge for medical professionals like Dr. Marni Wesner of the Glen Sather Sports Medicine Clinic. She recently treated an athlete diagnosed with COVID-19.

Clinicians using it in the U.S. have called it a game changer, and that tells me there's been a desperate need for an elegant mobile solution for this kind of program.

The Glen Sather Sports Medicine Clinic is helping young athletes with injuries get the help they need as soon as possible.

Have you ever wondered about the needs of a cancer survivor before participating in an exercise program? Check out this recently published study by Suderm...an et al.! Kirstie Suderman is a current PhD Candidate at the University of Alberta - Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine! Well done to everyone involved, thank you for sharing these new findings! #oncologyphysiotherapy #physiotherapy #oncology #oncologyrehab #oncologyresearch #knowledgetranslation #knowledgetransfer #exercise #oncologyexercise #rehab #rehabilitation #alberta #physiotherapist #physio #physicaltherapy #cancerresearch #research

Early intervention leads to better outcomes for kids with speech-language delays, U of A researchers say. The Edmonton High Level Bridge and the Calgary Tower will be lit up purple and yellow in support of International Developmental Language Disorder Awareness Day, Oct. 16! #DLDSeeMe