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Making Waves at Conferences: A Guide for Occupational Therapists in Animal and Aquatic Therapy

March 05, 2024 • gina taylor • Season 2 • Episode 5

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In this episode of the Animals and Aquatics in OT podcast, host Gina delves into the world of professional conferences in occupational therapy. She shares her insights on the importance of attending conferences, strategies for maximizing the conference experience, and tips for balancing conference attendance with other professional commitments. Gina also discusses funding options for conference attendance, self-care strategies for managing conference intensity, and tips for presenting at conferences. Whether you're a seasoned conference attendee or considering your first conference, this episode offers valuable advice for occupational therapist providers incorporating animal and aquatic therapy in their OT practice. Be sure to connect with Gina at the AHA conference, AOTA conference or at EponaAcademyCommunity@gmail.com

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