Re-elected Region 5 directorMy goals for this term are as follows:1. Expand professional development opportunities by offering relevant and accessible continuing education, support and research initiatives.2. Actively engage with the membership, seeking their input and addressing their needs and concerns effectively.3. Strengthen the visibility and recognition of occupational therapy within Region 5 through increased advocacy efforts and collaboration with key stakeholders.

Presenter at Region 5 Event Series: Reflections for Better Clinical Practice

Provide leadership to shape the profession of occupational therapy in CaliforniaParticipate in development of overall goals and objectives for the AssociationLiaison between BOD and regional membersEstablish and maintain OTAC policyCollaborate with committees on local events and projectsInitiate communication with local members to address the unique needs of members in the regionCoordinate training and mentorship of Regional Director-Elect

Development and Implementation of Tier based intervention plans for the PreK Autism program and PreK-High School for the Moderate-Severe disabilities programImplementation of RTI2 Intervention model for service delivery-Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3 levels of InterventionResponsible for creation and delivery of Modules and Trainings for Professional Development of multidisciplinary staff, teachers, paraprofessionals and substitute teachersPresentations and trainings at CAPTAIN (California Autism Professional and Training Network) and other local events as a part of district teamPart of the Core Autism Leadership Team to ensure implementation of program with fidelityOrganize and Development Parent trainings on Autism and Occupational Therapy intervention strategies for homeManage Referrals Occupational Therapy throughout the districtConduct pre-referral screenings, comprehensive evaluations and 504 assessmentsProvide Evidence based Interventions to students

Development and Implementation of RTI based intervention plans for Preschool and K-6 Elementary classrooms for the Autism programImplementation of RTI2 Intervention model for service delivery-Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3 levels of InterventionPart of the Core Autism Leadership Team to ensure implementation of program with fidelityOrganize and Development Parent trainings on Autism and Occupational Therapy intervention strategies for homeAll School based Occupational therapy duties

Empowering Kids at the First Step of Education with a sensory regulation system to increase children's attention and engagement in school.

Providing Rehabilitation services as an Occupational Therapist for Orthopedic Recovery Program, Neurological Recovery Program, Post-Surgical Care, Short Term Rehab / Respite / Long Term Care, Post Surgical Care, Hospice / Palliative Care and Stroke Recovery

Managed my own team of Rehabilitation Professionals including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech and language therapist, Psychologist and special educators.Conducted community integration programs for special children and their parentsConducted rehabilitation camps at various cities and rural areas in Gujarat

Evaluation and formulation of a home treatment plan for children with sensory, motor and behavioral disorders and disabilties

Attended weekly medical panel of doctors and rehabilitation team for discussion of patientsTaught clinical skills and gave practical training to students pursuing Bachelor's degree in Occupational TherapyEvaluated and planned therapy Interventions for children with physical, sensory and behavioral disturbances.Weekly follow ups of the patient's progress. Consultation with the patient care giver

Evaluated and developed individualized therapy plans for patients with neurological deficits and disorders for pediatric and adult populationRemedial Intervention as well as Compensatory Intervention in the form of advanced treatment techniques, customized adaptive devices and splints

Taught various courses related to Occupational Therapy to BOT students

I completed my 6 months of internship at Manipal College of Allied Health Sciences, Manipal University. As an Intern, I was responsible to do assessments with standardized and non-standardized tools, make treatment plans and execute them for patients. I had a rotatory internship in various departments including Orthopedics, Plastic surgery, Medicine, Surgery Neurology, Child health and Mental health. I was required to attend rounds and co-ordinate with other health professional for the treatments required by the patient.