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FOTA CONNECT is a way to connect with our members, fellow OT/OTA practitioners, students, educators and the general public to discuss and learn about Occupational Therapy related topics.

Would you like to present at one of our FOTA Connect Sessions? FOTA Members may submit to present for FOTA CONNECT sessions. To submit a proposal we require course description, abstract, objectives, speaker bio and CVs for CE Broker approval. Your proposal will be reviewed and if accepted, given a presentation time slot. Submit below to be considered. 

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2025 FOTA Connect Member Sessions

Register for July 17th FOTA CONNECT

Course Title: Men Matter: An Opportunity for the Profession

Course Speaker & Credentials: 
Dr. Khalil Mrabe OTD, OTR/L, M.Ed., CLT
Dr. Gaby Perez, OTD, EdD, MS, OTR/L

Course abstract: The purpose of this short course is to discuss current discourse involving the overall health and well-being of men across the lifespan. The World Health Assembly, World Health Organization, and Ottawa Charter have identified the need to expand and transform support structures and initiatives to promote improved health outcomes and life expectancy of men globally (McGrath et al., 2022; Griffitet al., 2020). Occupational therapy as a profession lacks recognition and promotion of men’s health.

Course Objectives: Discuss the current discourse surrounding men’s health promotion​Identify key multi-level factors related to men’s health and wellness across the lifespan ​Discuss Scoping Review Performed and areas of focus for Men’s Health Outcomes. Discuss the multilevel approach to addressing men’s health promotion​Identify and discuss potential roles for occupational therapy in addressing men’s health

Speaker Bios: Dr. Khalil Mrabe is an Occupational Therapy Professor at the University of St. Augustine for Health Science Miami Campus. Dr. Mrabe, through practice, scholarship, and education, continues to advocate for all forms of social justice endeavors that promote the equitable participation, performance and prosperity of all people within society.

Dr. Gaby Perez is an Occupational Therapy Professor at the University of St. Augustine for Health Science Dallas Campus. Dr. Perez has worked in various settings including inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient and home health, primarily with the neurological population. She has attained certifications as a Certified Stroke Specialist (CSRS), Neuro-Integrative Functional Rehabilitation And Habilitation and is a constraint-induced movement therapist.

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