Ever heard of primary progressive aphasia? It’s more than just memory loss. Bruce Willis’s diagnosis put a spotlight on this rare condition. U of A expert Esther Kim explains how PPA affects language areas first, not memory. ualberta.ca/folio/2024/06/… Esther S Kim, PhD

Introducing The Belonging Project, a collaboration between @uofarehabmed & Skills Society, led by paige.e.reeves in her PhD with SHIFT Collective & the Family and Disability Research Collaborative at UofA. Learn more: skillssociety.ca/projects/the-b… #BelongingProject #InclusiveCommunities

Knowing more than one language or learning a new one may give you a cognitive advantage, says Dr. Tanya Dash. Tanya Dash Language is one of the cognitive domains that interact with attention, memory and executive functions, which are essential for everyday communication and

Spending more time walking each day may lead to improvements in both functional mobility and gait speed after stroke, research shows. Dr. Victor Ezeugwu and their team are investigating the effect of a “sit less, move more, sleep better” intervention in improving quality of life

The standardized patient program is seeking patient-actors from all walks of life! Get paid to play patients in medical scenarios. No acting experience necessary. Learn more and apply: ualberta.ca/en/health-scie…

Physical Therapy Legacy Lecture Join us in person in Calgary or Edmonton or on Zoom Sept. 13 | 4 - 7:30 p.m. Speakers Allison Beveridge (Calgary) The OTHER Side of Sport: Bridging Sport and Physical Therapy Alicia Souveny (Edmonton) A physiotherapist's personal journey of

“A new-cutting edge space at First Peoples’ House allows for our Indigenous students to celebrate their culture —connecting the past to the present and future.” Renovating First Peoples’ House will empower our staff to do unprecedented heart-work towards supporting and uplifting

This September, Physical Therapy welcomes Dr. Erin McCabe, a proud alumna of the University of Alberta, who will bring her considerable experience — both research and clinical — to her new role as assistant professor. Dr. McCabe's research focuses on patient-reported outcome

To this rehab instructor, every patient — and every student — is special, and the sometimes tragic but often exciting intersections between his personal and professional lives have made both richer. Matthew Goertzen loves every aspect of his work, from working with athletes to

🎙️ Episode #11 of #RehabGab is live! Join Bean Gill, a true force in disability advocacy, as she shares her journey. Be #YOU, be authentic. podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rehab…

Student-turned-teacher looks forward to collaborations, teaching and learning opportunities ahead. Alumna Youran Lin wants to advance the profession of speech-language pathology for the benefit of patients and practitioners. Read more: ualberta.ca/en/rehabilitat…

Fall term 2024 has begun! Rehabilitation Medicine would like to welcome all new students, faculty, and staff and welcome back all those returning this term.

Ready to enjoy some Friday Night Football 🏈 ?? It's an all-ages, pre-game event filled with food, drinks, and activities before we cheer on our Golden Bears and enjoy an unforgettable half-time drone show sponsored by Manulife. Remember to wear your Green & Gold!! 💚 💛 Get

It’s a feeling. It’s for everyday. It’s timelessly iconic. It’s GREEN + GOLD. At #UAlberta, GREEN + GOLD Day is everyday. Express your school pride with Green + Gold outfits in a way that feels good to you. We never go out of style! 💚💛 uab.ca/greengold

The Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine is excited to share that Linda Miller is being recognized by the U of A with a 2024 Alumni Honour Award. Linda Miller is an occupational therapist who has improved employee wellness in the workplace by combining her expertise in

The Faculty of Education and the Kule Institute for Advanced Study presents Empowering Neurodivergence: Harnessing Strengths for Success Featuring Jessica McCabe September 18, 2024 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. MT or 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. ET Jessica is a leading ADHD advocate, author, and

Welcome Teddie Buchner, who will be joining our Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine as a new instructor in the Department of Occupational Therapy. Throughout her career, Teddie Buchner has been inspired by the difference rehabilitation professionals can make in the lives of

Welcome Chris Zarski, who will be joining as a new Associate Teaching Professor at the Augustana Campus. “I worked on a collaborative health promotion project for physiotherapists in 2008 and was asked to teach an elective on health promotion in the Department of Physical