ASHT Blog
Posted by Karol Spraggs-Young, OTD, OTR/L, CHT on August 01, 2018
For the last two years, I have been a BMAL (board member-at-large) for ASHT. This volunteer position has not only helped me learn more about the inner workings of our professional organization, but also provided me with an opportunity to meet some outstanding individuals who are extremely…
Posted by Jane Fedorczyk, PT, PhD, CHT on July 02, 2018
On behalf of the 2018 ASHT Annual Meeting Committee, I am proud to welcome you to the 41st Annual Meeting at the Hyatt Regency in Dallas, Texas. The theme of this year’s meeting is “Hand Therapy: The Key to Optimizing Patient Outcomes,” and you will see this theme intertwined throughout the program…
Posted by Camerion Judge, MS, OTR/L, CHT on June 19, 2018
As part of ASHT’s opioid crisis campaign, the ASHT Practice Division conducted an interview of a fellowship-trained hand surgeon, Dr. Philip To, practicing in Scottsdale, AZ, to provide insight into this crisis, the effect on post-surgical care and how the practicing OT or PT hand therapist may…
Posted by Lauren DeTullio, OTR/L, CHT on June 11, 2018
Once again it is time to nominate and recognize a colleague for their achievements. There are several ASHT awards that will be presented at the Annual Meeting. These awards exemplify the accomplishments these individuals have done in hand therapy.
The Nathalie Barr Lectureship Award is among ASHT’s…
Posted by Adam M Holbrook, OTR/L, CHT on June 04, 2018
Hand Therapy Week is an integrated national program established by ASHT. Throughout the week, ASHT members sponsor and organize events in their communities in an effort to raise awareness among various audiences, celebrate the benefits of hand therapy and educate the public. Hand Therapy Week is…