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2019 AOTA Annual Conference & Expo Onsite Guide 2019 AOTA Annual Conference & Expo New Orleans April 4–7 Former USC faculty and alumna A. Jean Ayres ’45, MA ’54 Congratulations, Stefanie Bodison, Assistant Professor of Research at the University of Southern California, on receiving the 2019 AOTF A. Jean Ayres Award! Dr. Bodison carries the legacy of Dr. Ayres forward through her research in sensory processing and teaching in USC Chan’s Sensory Integration CE Certificate Program. @USCChanOSOT chan.usc.edu/si Visit us at Booth 1016 CPG-8627 Welcome From AOTA Conference program as of Feb 14, 2019. Please see app for the latest updates. President Amy Lamb Table of Contents e are excited to welcome you to Conference At-A-Glance ..................................................................3 the 2019 AOTA Annual Confer- Downtown New Orleans Map .......................................................4 Wence & Expo in New Orleans! Greetings From the Local Conference Committee .................6 As they say here, laissez les bons temps Conference Information ...................................................................7 rouler or let the good times roll, and we General Sessions and Special Events ....................................... 13 certainly will! With a brilliant restaurant 2019 Conference Corporate Sponsors ..................................... 18 scene that reflects New Orleans’ diverse Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Floorplan ..................... 20 history, and plenty of shopping and Hotel Meeting Space ...................................................................... 22 nightlife within walking distance, you are sure to experience the city’s unique culture and infectious spirit during this Educational Sessions ................................. TAB 1 year’s Annual Conference & Expo. Wednesday Pre-Conference Institutes and Seminars ......25 The AOTA Annual Conference & Expo is the largest gather- Thursday Educational Sessions ..............................................28 ing of our profession in the in the world and I invite you to Thursday Student Only Sessions ...........................................32 take advantage of all that it has to offer — access to leaders Thursday Conversations that Matter ............................ 31, 33 in our field, the latest evidence-based learning, amazing Thursday Technology Sessions .................................30, 33, 34 networking, and so much more. Thursday Poster Sessions #1, #2, #3 ........................38, 48, 57 There are many activities, education sessions, and special Friday Educational Sessions ....................................................66 events to take part in at the 2019 AOTA Annual Conference Friday Students Only Sessions ...............................................66 & Expo. Please take a moment to read through the Confer- Friday Conversations that Matter .................................. 67, 73 ence Program Guide or view the Conference App so you Friday Exhibitor-Sponsored Seminars..........................70–71 don’t miss any of these exciting opportunities. I encourage Friday Technology Sessions.................................68, 69, 72, 74 you to attend Wendy Hildenbrand’s inaugural Presidential Friday Poster Sessions #4, #5, #6 ..............................76, 83, 90 Address on Saturday at 11:45 am where she’ll share the Late-Breaking Research Posters .................................. 97–101 “new 3 R’s” fundamental to resetting our focus forward Saturday Educational Sessions ............................................103 in response to change and uncertainty impacting our Saturday Students Only Sessions........................................104 profession. Saturday Conversations that Matter ........................ 106, 109 I also hope that you will join me for my final Presidential Ad- Saturday Technology Sessions ................................... 104, 107 dress this Friday at 11:45 am. In my Farewell Address, we will Saturday Exhibitor-Sponsored Seminars .........................105 explore how stepping outside of our comfort zone can lead Saturday Poster Sessions #7, #8 ................................. 111, 118 to real and powerful change. Please also consider joining Sunday Educational Sessions ...............................................127 me in attending the Welcome Ceremony, Eleanor Clarke Slagle Lecture, Town Hall Meeting, Expo Hall, and so many AOTA 2019 Expo & More ..........................TAB 2 of the other opportunities available to you! Expo Hall Floor Plan ......................................................................129 As we approach June 30, 2019, and my term comes to an Exhibitors..........................................................................................130 end, I also want to thank you for your support over the last Exhibitor-Sponsored Seminars .................................................132 3 years. Words cannot express what an honor and privilege 2019 Call for Papers Reviewers .................................................134 it has been to serve as your AOTA President. It is an experi- 2020 Call for Papers ......................................................................135 ence I will always cherish. 2019 Meetings Schedule ............................................................136 Laissez les bons temps rouler! Advertisers Index ...........................................................................140 Conference Program Guide is sponsored by Amy J. Lamb, OTD, OT/L, FAOTA DOWNLOAD CONFERENCE APP FOR SESSION DETAILS. SEE TAB 1 1 LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA Think of all the combinations that make life sweeter. We have in-house therapy programs led by a team of master clinicians and therapists with over 40 years of patient-centered care; you have your unique talents, skills and insights. Let’s see what we can do together. LifeCareCareers.com We hope to see you in New Orleans. Visit our booth #931 CPG-8577 Visit AOTA Gold Sponsor at Booth 931. 2019 Conference At-A-Glance Tuesday, April 2 11:45 am–12:30 pm Farewell Presidential Address 12:30 pm–1:00 pm #AOTA19 Tweet-Up 7:00 am–7:00 pm Registration Open (Sheraton) 12:30 pm–1:15 pm Salsa Dance Break Wednesday, April 3 12:45 pm–2:45 pm Poster Session #5 7:00 am–7:00 pm Registration Open (Sheraton) 1:00 pm–1:45 pm AOTF Mid-Career Research Excellence 10:00 am–7:00 pm Registration Open Award Presentation (Convention Center) 1:30 pm–5:00 pm Educational Sessions 12:00 pm–6:30 pm Pre-Conference Institutes & 2:00 pm–3:30 pm Town Hall Seminars 2:00 pm–4:30 pm AOTF State of the Science 7:00 pm–8:30 pm PTE Faculty Advisors’ Workshop Symposium 7:30 pm–9:00 pm SIS Networking Reception 3:15 pm–5:15 pm Poster Session #6 Thursday, April 4 5:30 pm–6:45 pm Eleanor Clarke Slagle Lecture 6:45 am–7:00 pm Registration Open Saturday, April 6 (Convention Center) 6:45 am–7:30 am Fitness Event - Zumba 7:30 am–8:00 am First-Timers’ Orientation 7:30 am–5:30 pm Registration Open Sponsored by (Convention Center) 8:00 am–11:30 am Educational Sessions 7:30 am–9:00 am International Breakfast 9:00 am–11:00 am Poster Session #7 8:00 am–11:30 am Educational Sessions 9:00 am–1:30 pm Expo Hall Open 8:30 am–10:30 am Poster Session #1 9:30 am–11:00 am Vision 2025 11:00 am–1:00 pm Poster Session #2 11:45 am–12:30 pm Inaugural Presidential Address 12:00 pm–1:30 pm PTE Alumni Reception & 1:00 pm–3:00 pm Poster Session #8 Poster Session 1:30 pm–3:00 pm Annual Business Meeting 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Education Sessions 1:30 pm–5:00 pm Educational Sessions 1:30 pm–3:00 pm PTE Annual Business Meeting 5:00 pm–6:30 pm Knowledge Bowl (Students-Only) 1:30 pm–3:30 pm Poster Session #3 4:00 pm–5:30 pm Welcome Ceremony & Keynote Sponsored by Address Sponsored by 5:30 pm–6:30 pm Annual Awards & Recognition 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Expo Hall Opening & Reception Ceremony 6:45 pm–7:45 pm Annual Awards & Recognition Sponsored by Reception 7:30 pm–10:30 pm AOTPAC Night: Big N Easy Sunday, April 7 Friday, April 5 7:30 am–11:15 am Registration Open 6:45 am–7:30 am Fitness Event - PiYo Live! (Convention Center) 7:00 am–9:00 am AOTF Breakfast with a Scholar 8:00 am–11:00 am Educational Sessions 7:00 am–5:30 pm Registration Open (Convention Center) 8:00 am–10:00 am Live Screening of States of Grace Conference Registration Sponsored by 8:00 am–11:30 am Educational Sessions 9:00 am–11:00 am Poster Session #4 9:00 am–5:00 pm Expo Hall Open Poster Sessions Sponsored by 10:00 am–11:30 am Choosing Wisely Town Hall DOWNLOAD CONFERENCE APP FOR SESSION DETAILS. SEE TAB 1 3 4 SEE CONVENTION CENTER & HOTEL FLOORPLANS ON PAGES 20–23 Shuttle Hours of Operation Wednesday, April 3 10:00 am – 7:00 pm • Service every 20-25 minutes Thursday, April 4 6:30 am – 9:30 pm • Peak hours – 6:30 am – 10:30 am and 3:30 pm -9:30 pm • Non-peak hours – 10:30 am – 3:30 pm Friday, April 5 6:30 am -7:30 pm • Peak hours – 6:30 am – 10:30 am and 3:30 pm -7:30 pm • Non-peak hours – 10:30 am – 3:30 pm Saturday, April 6 7:00 am – 8:30 pm • Peak hours – 7:00 am – 10:30 am and 3:30 pm -8:30 pm • Non-peak hours – 10:30 am – 3:30 pm Sunday, April 7 7:00 am – 12:00pm • Service every 20-25 minutes During peak hours, shuttle service will be every 15-20 minutes. During non-peak hours, shuttle service will be every 20-25 minutes. Shuttle Boarding Locations Shuttle routes and boarding locations are subject to change at any time without notice. Attendees should check the sign in the hotel lobby and shuttle flyer once onsite for the most current information. Route 1 Boarding Location Astor Crowne Plaza ...............At New Orleans Marriott New Orleans
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