Passionate OT with diabetes and lupus. Dedicated to diabetes, OT, and MSK. Committed to embracing life fully. Views are my own. OTnews (Dec23)
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Big thank you to @theRCOT and @hspenceruk for this opportunity.This podcast was recorded on @FutureFrontline first conference day, where @NHSLeader emphasized that leadership opportunities exist at every level, not just at Band 6. #NHS #leadership @BAMEOTUK @OTthoughts @WeAHPs
🎧Listen now to episode 16 of our Careers Conversations podcast: loom.ly/C85QgF4
@mel_chieza shares her experience as an early career occupational therapist working in primary care. She also discusses her love of learning and development and networking via Twitter.
Trying to change my plan on @SpotifyUK and somehow there’s no option to cancel anywhere. Just endless menus and links that go in circles. 😩 #Spotify
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We are Arthritis UK. Our name may have changed, but our mission hasn't.
We won't rest until everyone with arthritis has access to the support and treatment they need to live the life they choose.
Learn more: arthritis-uk.org #ArthritisUK
Seem to be getting an error page when I’m trying to access account via @The_HCPC to renew registrations ?
Had an amazing day in Nottingham 🎉 but the 17:35 EMR left late, so now I’m gonna miss my @LNER connection at Grantham 😩 Anyone know where I stand with delay repay? Can I claim from @EastMidRailway ? #TrainDelay #EMR #LNER #DelayRepay
After a recent flare, the lupus team is considering switching my treatment—possibly to belimumab or rituximab.
I’ve read the data guidelines. Now I’d love to hear your lived experience.
Did it help reduce prednisone? @Cyclinintherain @LupusEurope @evemdsmith_eve @ricky_chotai
I never imagined celebrating #WorldLupusDay. But looking back, I’m grateful for the progress, hope for a cure, and the amazing people & charities like @LupusUK & @VersusArthritis. 🌟
Remember: put your oxygen mask on first. #LupusAwareness
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Here is a UCL research study exploring the experiences of female staff who are undergoing menopause in the workplace, especially in UK universities.
Do participate you can or share.
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I’m excited to share that I’m starting a new role as Editor-in-Chief for The Human Occupation & Wellbeing Journal (HOWJ) howj.org The call for papers for the inaugural issue is officially open! Please do share the call with your networks!
Do lunch & learn sessions still exist where you discuss practice with other OTs? DM me if you do! #OccupationalTherapy #OTCommunity #LunchAndLearn @KosiwaOT @MandyGrahamOT @beckygaleOT @chaniedavies @RCOT_Gen @BAMEOTUK @simone_welch1 @GeorgiaVineOT @ClareTaylorBU
Feeling incredibly grateful to @VersusArthritis for the invitation to the #Fellows Conference! Such an insightful experience, seeing so many groundbreaking research projects. Excited to share more soon—after a well-earned 😴
#VersusArthritis #FellowsConference #ResearchMatter
🚨 Exciting opportunity! 🚨 We're hiring a Band 8a Critical Care Occupational Therapist at @GSTT_ICU!
Join our dynamic team at Guy’s & St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust and make a real impact in critical care.
📅 Apply by March 12th
#NHSJobs #CriticalCare @WeAHPs @ICS_updates
📢 Exciting band 8a critical care occupational therapist role at @GSTT_ICU currently out to advert, closing March 12th
guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/curre…
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Still can’t believe I attended the #DUKConference in 2024, and now I’m on the front cover to welcome 2025—such an incredible honor! As someone living with #Type1Diabetes, an #HCP, and a proud #DLEA member. Huge thanks to @DiabetesUK for this amazing surprise! #DUKPC2025.
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⭐ Introducing CPD Week 2025! ⭐
From 3-7 March 2025 we'll be sharing resources, busting myths and amplifying tips.
But it's bigger than us - everyone and anyone can take part.
All the info 🥳 👉 hcpc-uk.org/cpd-week
#CPDWeek2025
ALT Blue graphic with the HCPC logo in the top right. A circular photo is visible in the bottom right corner, featuring healthcare professionals, with four seated and one standing who is delivering a presentation. Words overlayed over the rest of the graphic are: CPD Week, 3-7 March 2025 #CPDWeek2025 www.hcpc-uk.org/cpd-week There is an orange icon showing a signpost in a circle in the bottom left corner.
A few months away from my insulin pump renewal—what advice do you have for me at this stage? Any tips on upgrades or must-ask questions? #Diabetes #InsulinPump #DiabetesTech #T1D @GBDocInfo @amybetic @DiabeticDadUK @nerdabetic
Hello, fellow Type 1s! Has anyone received their Dexcom delivery yet? What the latest up ? @GBDocInfo @Type1Tony @MeggaT1 @Moodwife @DiabeticDadUK @Tims_Pants @nerdabetic
How do academics decide where to submit abstracts for conferences? What factors guide your choice? @OT_Expert @ClareTaylorBU @sarah_dzu_OT @StudentOTs
Reflecting on 2 Years in Primary Care Mental Health 🌟
2 years as a mental health OT in primary care—rewarding, challenging & transformative.Proud to bring OT principles into every aspect of care. Excited to keep driving change into 2025! #primarycare @theRCOT @BAMEOTUK @WeAHPs
