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

Current Trends in Occupational Therapy Education: Innovations, Challenges, and Future Directions(2)

Katherine Schofield, DHS, OTR/L, CHT

Occupational Therapy’s Role in Enhancing Functional Outcomes for Women Recovering from Cesarean Sections

• Emily Gill, OTS
• Tania Shearon, DHSc, OTR/L, C-IAYT

Introduction to Generative AI: Ethics & Practice Use for OTPs

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

Fieldwork and Capstone Panel for Students

Arizona Occupational Therapy Experiential Education Consortium (AZOTEEC)

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

The Impact Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and Urinary Incontinence Have on Elderly Women and the Role of Occupational Therapy

Tara Wigal-Wertsching, OTD, 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