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World Occupational Therapy Day

Posted by 9 1Ãâ·Ñ°æÏ Communications on October 27, 2025 in News

WorldÌýOccupational TherapyÌýDay
Today is World Occupational Therapy Day! Faculty from the School of Occupational Therapy are available to speak about how their research is driving innovation in healthcare and improving lives.

Inter-professional education (IPE) and pre-licensure simulation -ÌýImproving healthcare safety and quality for the public by enhancing teamwork, communication, and competence in future professional
9 1Ãâ·Ñ°æÏ Expert:ÌýDr. Diane MacKenzie, Professor, School of Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health
Research Specialties:ÌýÌýInterprofessional education, simulation, neuro rehabilitation, professional behaviour, observation and eye movement
Contact:ÌýÌýDiane.MacKenzie@dal.ca

Substance use across health, law and lived experience -Ìýhow specific drinking contexts—physical location, policies, and broader socio-cultural factors—shape alcohol use among Canadians
9 1Ãâ·Ñ°æÏ Expert:ÌýDr. Niki Kiepek, Associate Professor, School of Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health
Research Specialties:ÌýOccupation, substance use, social sanctioning, non-sanctioned occupations, criminal regulation, social occupational therapy, and evidence-based law
Contact:ÌýNiki.Kiepek@dal.ca