12:00 – 12:30 pm     

Introductions and Past Lives

with Gerri A. Duran, MS, OT/L, FAOTA; Janice Hinds, MS, OTR; Yvonne M. Randall, EdD, OTR/L, FAOTA; Stephanie Singleton, OTR/L

12:30 – 2:00 pm

Linking Practice, Education, & Research: Reaching our Centennial Vision
with Penelope A. Moyers, EdD, OTR/L, BCMH, FAOTA

One of the strategic objectives of AOTA’s Centennial Vision is focused upon linking practice, education and research. These three components of the profession in the past have existed almost in silos such that advances in one area often have not fully informed the others. The ideal linkages will better position our profession to meet the occupational needs of society where persons are better able to “Live Life to its Fullest.” The question is what are the most important ways to influence a change in our professional culture where all practitioners begin seeking, developing, and maintaining these linkages in order to improve practice, education, and research? This change requires that everyone in the profession see themselves as a societal leader, writing their own leadership storyline that includes our professional values, innovative ideas, and the energy to carry out action.

2:00 – 2:30 pm 

Break

1. Concepts and Basic Practical Application of the Kinesio Taping Method

    (lab fee provided by NMOTA; class size limited to 125)

Speaker: Carol Salisbury, BUS, CKTT

In addition to understanding the basic concepts of Kinesio Taping, participants will be able to discover the unique functional qualities of Kinesio Tex Tape while learning the functional difference between Kinesio Taping and Sports Taping Methods. A review of the various cutting techniques of Kinesio Tex Tape and its clinical applications will also be provided and participants will learn about a time efficient method to relax overuse syndromes/spasms, stimulate weak muscles, and decrease pain and swelling.  In addition, participants will learn a limited number of applications for Upper Extremity applications in the Kinesio Taping Method.

2. Transition Your Being into Professional Becoming by Actively Doing

Speaker: Janice Hinds, MS, OTR, Karen Atler, MS, OTR

Professional growth is an ongoing process.  The most effective practitioners are ones who take time to reflect on their doing, being and becoming.  This interactive, experiential workshop provides an opportunity to learn about and explore strategies to assess your current professional roles and your future needs and wants as an occupational therapy professional.

5:00 – 6:30 pm

Sunset Soiree     

Silent Auction

Cash Bar

Complimentary Hors de Oeuvres

Music

Poster Presentations (CEU opportunity)

Meet-n-Greet with Political Candidates          

7:30 – 8:30 am

Sunrise Breakfast: The Blueprint of Education for the Future (CEU opportunity).

with Penelope A. Moyers, EdD, OTR/L, BCMH, FAOTA

Participate with 30 of your colleagues as Dr. Moyers Cleveland shares with us her thoughts on ways to prepare OTs and OTAs for the 21st Century.  Dr. Moyers Cleveland will also be soliciting feedback on what you think our educational outcomes and curriculum content programs should be.  This is a “can’t miss” session that is limited to only 30 participants and requires an additional fee – save your spot now! Tickets: $30

9:00 – 10:30 am

Why are occupational therapists best suited for executive positions?

with Diana Ramsay, MPP, OTR

Ms. Ramsay will outline the unique abilities that occupational therapists bring to high level administrative roles.  Participants will be able to compare the unique competencies of an occupational therapist with the competencies needed for effective leadership in these administrative positions. In her typical dynamic and inspirational manner, Ms. Ramsay will help OTs, OTAs, and students understand the direct relationship between the competencies of an occupational therapist and the competencies needed to succeed in high-level administrative positions.  Ms. Ramsay will offer support to practitioners and students as we cultivate a high level of confidence that complements our occupational therapy education, which provides us with a strong foundation necessary for success in business administration. It is through Ms. Ramsay’s knowledge, experience and thought-provoking  comments that participants will be gain a determination to pursue positions that are in the upper echelon of business and/or administration.

10:30 – 11:00 am

Break

3. Advanced Degrees for the Occupational Therapist: OTD or PhD – What’s the

    Difference?

Speaker: Diane Parham, PhD., OTR, FAOTA

More and more practitioners are considering pursuing a post-professional degree in occupational therapy. Dr. Parham will clarify the differences between the OTD and PhD degrees, and discuss the factors that practitioners should consider when making decisions about pursuing an advanced degree. Her discussion will include post-professional Master's degree options. She will also respond to questions from the audience regarding post-professional degrees.

. 4. You want me to do what? Identifying Areas for Leadership within the Profession

Speaker: Yvonne Randall, EdD., OTR/L FAOTA

Leadership is not just for other people. Many practitioners believe that they do not have the requisite experience needed for leadership positions at the local, state and national levels. This session helps participants identify skills needed to optimally place them in appointed and elected positions. Specific information related to AOTA and functions of the AOTA Nominating Committee will be highlighted.

Lunch Session: The Power of Your Voice and NMOTA Business Meeting

with Linda Siegle, NMOTA Lobbyist

(Lunch provided and CEU opportunity)

Ms. Siegle will lead an active discussion of the legislative process with an emphasis on how a bill becomes a law.  Ms. Siegle will also review the 2008 legislative session and what is likely to happen in the 2009 session.  In addition, a helpful discussion of threats and opportunities for OTs in the next legislative session will occur. Participants will learn how an individual OT practitioner can Influence legislation

5. Ayurveda and Occupational Therapy

Speaker: Kalya Beryl Cotkin, MS, OTR/L

This presentation describes the basic ideas and methods of Ayurveda and how these could be applied in Occupational Therapy practice with clients of all ages and disabilities. Participants could figure out their own Ayurvedic constitutions and receive one recommendation to improve their health.

6. Fieldwork Supervision – Take the Plunge!

Speaker: Claudia Leonard, OTD, MBA, OT/L & Gail Stockman, OTR/L

Participants will receive an overview of the basics of fieldwork supervision for the occupational therapy and occupational therapy assistant student for supervisors who are new to this experience or those who have limited experience with fieldwork supervision. Participants will learn how to develop a student fieldwork program for the OT and OTA student, recognize common fieldwork issues and solutions, and articulate an understanding of the AOTA Fieldwork Evaluation Form and resources available for FW Education.

7. Use of the Sensory Processing Measure in Pediatric Practice

Speaker:Diane Parham, PhD., OTR, FAOTA

In this presentation, Dr. Diane Parham will review the purpose, scoring, and interpretation of the Sensory Processing Measure (SPM), which she co-authored with a national group of colleagues. This parent questionnaire is normed on approximately 1,200 children across the U.S. Dr. Parham will also present an update on the development of the SPM Preschool which is now being normed.

8. Early Intervention and Rural Exploration

Speakers: Victoria Van Dame, OTR/L & Cheryl McMullen, OTR/L

Participants will be able to identify "The Natural Environment" and its importance when providing early intervention services.  Participants will be able to provide 5-6 functional activities that are provided by "The Natural Environment" and will also be able to identify Rural Early Intervention and its benefits. Ms. Van Dame and Ms. McMullen will provide points of interest to include activities that have worked and some that have not.

9. Your Client in the Driver’s Seat; Driver’s Rehab in New Mexico

Speaker: Carol M. Spizman, MOTR/L, CDRS

Ms. Spizman will provide an introduction to Driver’s Rehabilitation.  This presentation will describe how an exploration of how the driving task is impacted by various different diagnoses throughout the lifespan.  Participants will discuss screening, evaluation, prescription of adaptive driving equipment, accessibility of vehicles, and driving cessation issues.  Included is a review of laws and policies regarding driving with disability in New Mexico as well as current resources.

10. Traditional Health and Healing Practices among Mexicans and Mexican

      Americans: An Occupational Therapy Perspective on Curanderismo

Speaker: Maritza Montiel Tafur MOTR/L

This presentation offers background information on the history and practices of Mexican traditional medicine or, curanderismo, and includes descriptions of the types of traditional healers, traditional illness beliefs, and the healing remedies and rituals associated.  Occupational therapy offers a unique perspective to understanding traditional types of healing practices because it views health and wellness as existing within physical, social, mental, emotional and spiritual contexts.  Validating the unique health experience of a person is a central part of occupational therapy and understanding curanderismo can assist a therapist in being more effective in working with Mexican and Mexican- American populations.