In a recent study, Mahapatra et al. (2019) identified that OTs were the second largest group of professionals who made the diagnosis of ASD, next to Psychiatrists. Of 76 parents interviewed for the study conducted in Odisha, 16 parents (21.2%) reported that OTs made the diagnosis of ASD.
This blog offers articles on occupational therapy practice in India, professional issues affecting occupational therapy in India, and other useful resources for occupational therapy practitioners in India.
Monday, January 21, 2019
Occupational Therapists Diagnose ASD in India
Friday, January 11, 2019
VOTC Therapy Newsletter - Issue 114
This issue of our newsletter explores the essential skills an occupational therapy practitioner should possess to be successful in practice. The Autism Corner section identifies the recommended criteria for selecting 'screenting tools' to identify children with developmental disorders.
Saturday, January 5, 2019
Consult Dr. Karthik Mani in Chennai in Feb 2019
Dr. Karthik Mani will be available for consultation in Chennai on the following dates:
February 3-7, 2019.
Dr. Karthik Mani, OTD, OTR/L, is a NBCOT-certified occupational therapist who has expertise and experience in treating developmental disabilities (Autism, ADHD, Learning Disability, & Developmental Delay), ergonomic health issues (Back Pain/Neck Pain/Arm Discomfort), neurological dysfunctions (Stroke, TBI), and geriatric dysfunctions (Dementia). He has more than 13 years of experience in the field of occupational therapy (OT).
Dr. Mani obtained his entry-level OT degree from The TN Dr. MGR Medical University in Chennai, India and earned his doctoral degree at Chatham University, Pittsburgh, US. He is fluent in Tamil and English. He has numerous publications to his credit.
To schedule an appointment, email kmani@votc.co.in.
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