Virtual Check In

SIS Symposium Opening & Headliner

Keynote Address

The Future of OT: Human-Centered Care in an AI-Driven World

Dr. Pooja Patel, DrOT, OTR/L, BCG

Keynote Q&A

A Journey into Trauma-Informed, Nature-Based Occupational Therapy

Haley Bodea OTD, OTR/L, CPT, ASDCS

Role of Occupational Therapy in School-Based Practice and Mental Health

Jordan Earley, MS, OTR/L

Haven Herndon, OTD, OTR/L

Introduction to Generative AI: Ethics & Practice Use for OTPs

Dr. Pooja Patel, DrOT, OTR/L, BCG

Supporting Generation Z Students and Practitioners into OT Practice

Abbey Glenn, OTD, OTR/L, BCG, ECHM

15 Minute Break

Age in Place or Find a New Space: How the PEO model makes OT the ideal discipline to lead this intervention

Carol Chiang, OTR/L, CAPS, ECHM, CHAMP

Launching into Work: An Evidence-Informed Framework for Transition to Competitive Integrated Employment for Disabled Youth

Veda Collmer, JD, CIPP/US, OTR/L

Legislative & Policy Updates and ArizOTA Business Meeting

• Sue Dahl-Popolizio, DBH, OTR/L
• Heidi Carpenter, OTD, OTR/L, RYT
• Ali de la Montaigne EdD, OTR/L
• Khadijah Guy OTD, OTR/L, CLT, DCS

Closing Remarks & Wrap-Up