Pediatric Pioneers: A Medbridge Podcast
Pediatric Pioneers is a Medbridge podcast breaking down challenging clinical questions in pediatric rehabilitation and equipping rehabilitation professionals with practical takeaways. To get continuing education credit for each episode and bonus resources, search for the episodes on medbridge.com and then complete the accompanying quiz.
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- Update frequency
- every 25 days
- Average duration
- 54 minutes
- Episodes
- 12
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Pediatric Pioneers Episode 12: Reclaiming Play in OT: Can Toys Help Shape Who We Become?
Dr. Brittany Saviers, an occupational therapist and researcher known for her work on play, creativity, and occupational identity, joins host Nicole Quint for an inspiring conversation about reclaimin…
Pediatric Pioneers Episode 11: Is Regulation the Missing Link to Pediatric Engagement?
Amy Laurent, PhD, OTR/L, a leading voice in neurodiversity-affirming practice and coauthor of the SCERTS Model, joins host Nicole Quint to unpack the science and practice of supporting regulation and…
Pediatric Pioneers Episode 10: Neurodiversity-Affirming OT Practice: How Can We Promote Authentic Play?
Sharon Eva, MS, OTR/L, a passionate pediatric occupational therapist and researcher, joins host Nicole Quint to discuss how we can reframe play for autistic children through a neurodiversity-affirmin…
Pediatric Pioneers Episode 9: Outdoor Play in Pediatric Therapy: How Can We Create Meaningful Spaces for Children?
Thomas Morgenthaler, PhD, MSc OT, BSc OT, joins host Nicole Quint for a compelling conversation on outdoor play as a vital childhood occupation. Drawing on his international clinical experience and g…
Pediatric Pioneers Episode 8: Beyond the Clinic: How Can Adaptive Sports Transform Kids’ Lives?
Dr. Sarah Adam, Paralympic medalist, occupational therapy professor, and Team USA wheelchair rugby trailblazer, joins Nicole Quint and Pediatric Pioneers to explore the transformative power of adapti…
Pediatric Pioneers Episode 6: How Can We Unlock the Potential for Self-Determination in Youth?
Dr. Amy Coopersmith, an esteemed expert in self-determination, joinsPediatric Pioneers to explore how occupational therapy practitioners like you can empower youth to take the lead in their own devel…
Pediatric Pioneers Episode 7: Are We Truly Listening? The Role of Patient- and Family-Engaged Care in OT
Dr. Elise Bloch, a seasoned occupational therapist, educator, and advocate, joins host Nicole Quint to explore the power of patient- and family-engaged care (PFEC) in pediatric rehabilitation. Pullin…
Pediatric Pioneers Episode 5: Rehabilitation and Educational Technology: Where Do I Start?
Pediatric Pioneers welcomes Melissa (Missy) Schaeffer, a board-certified pediatric occupational therapist with 20 years of experience in pediatrics across diverse clinical, educational, and academic …
Pediatric Pioneers Episode 4: What Is the Call to Action for Sensory Integration Intervention?
Dr. Sarah Schoen, director of research at the STAR Institute for Sensory Processing, joins host Nicole Quint to explore the impact of sensory integration on therapy outcomes. With more than 40 ye…
Pediatric Pioneers Episode 3: How Can You Safely Maximize Occupation and Quality of Life in Children With CHD?
In this episode, Nicole Schwam, occupational therapist and expert in cardiac care for infants and toddlers, joins Nicole Quint to explore the critical role occupational therapists play in supporting …
Pediatric Pioneers Episode 2: How Do We Create Opportunities for Occupation-Based Practice in Pediatrics?
Dr. Wendy Stav, a leading authority in occupation-based practice, joins us to reveal how this transformative approach can be integrated into pediatric rehabilitation therapy effectively. In this epis…
Pediatric Pioneers Episode 1: What Is Occupational Therapy’s Distinct Role in School Mental Health?
Dr. Susan Bazyk, an esteemed expert in occupational therapy’s role in addressing the mental health needs of children and youth, joins us to explore how therapists can play a pivotal role in promoting…