Can We Awaken Potential and Rethink What’s Possible
in Disorders of Consciousness?
Presented by J.J. Mowder-Tinney, Kristen Keech, and Jessica Asiello
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Audio Runtime: 52 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 35 Minutes
On this episode of Neuro Navigators, Kristen Keech and Jessica Asiello join host J. J. Mowder-Tinney to tackle a vital and often misunderstood topic: disorders of consciousness (DoC). Together, we bust myths, consider ethical challenges, and offer actionable insights grounded in cutting-edge research, including recent clinical practice guidelines. How can we ensure equitable access to treatment and avoid strikingly common pitfalls like misdiagnosis or premature withdrawal of care? Tune in to explore evidence-based practices, practical strategies, and inspiring examples that challenge us to rethink what’s possible for these patients.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the evidence around rehab professionals’ role in assessment and recovery of consciousness
- Apply evidence-based, practical strategies to actionably address gaps in knowledge translation to ensure implementation of best practices when managing individuals with disorders of consciousness
- Solve patient case scenarios involving individuals at various levels of consciousness
Meet your instructors
J.J. Mowder-Tinney
Dr. J.J. Mowder-Tinney holds a bachelor of science degree in psychology from the University of Colorado Boulder, a master of science in physical therapy from the University of Miami, and a doctorate in physical therapy from Nova Southeastern University. With nearly three decades of diverse clinical experience, her expertise…
Kristen Keech
Kristen Keech is an occupational therapist working in the acute care setting at The Queen’s Medical Center in Honolulu, Hawaii. She evaluates, treats, and advocates for individuals hospitalized for various medical and traumatic-related injuries, alongside the interprofessional team, beginning in the intensive care…
Jessica Asiello
Jessica Asiello is an assistant professor in the Department of Occupational Therapy in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at the MGH Institute for Health Professions in Boston, Massachusetts. She primarily teaches in the online postprofessional OTD program. Her clinical practice is in acute care at…
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