I definitely think we need some more recognition. In vision rehab this is particularly important with the RT attempting to get Medicare reimbursement. Honestly I think it is absolutely absurd that with the conference being held last year in April (OT month) we had no public awareness campaign in Charlotte. I am happy to help with the letter Jessica
-----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Ron Carson Sent: Monday, January 22, 2007 5:02 PM To: [email protected] Subject: [OTlist] Orientation and Letter Writing Campaign Hello All: Today was my first day of orientation at our local hospital. As we are going around the room identifying ourselves, I of course say that I'm an OT. The leader, a hospital administrator says: "Oh you work in outpatient, oh wait your an occupational therapist". I told a different speaker that I worked in rehab and she said: "Oh, you're a PT". Of course I corrected her. The reason I share these stories is just to reiterate that OT has such little name recognition. I don't care where I go, almost without exception, OT is not recognized!! On a second note, I want to start a letter writing campaign to the AOTA president. It seems that we have a lot of valid concerns (at least I have some concerns) about our profession. And while a lot of those concerns are discussed on this list, I really think the concerns need to be made know to AOTA top leadership. So, I am planning on drafting a letter to the Carolyn Baum, posting it on the OTnow.com website in a format that will allow web readers to fill in their name, credentials, etc and e-mail the letter. What do you think? Ron -- Options? www.otnow.com/mailman/options/otlist_otnow.com Archive? www.mail-archive.com/[email protected] ************************************************************************ ************** Enroll in Boston University's post-professional Master of Science for OTs Online. Gain the skills and credentials to propel your career. www.otdegree.com/otn ************************************************************************ ************** -- Options? www.otnow.com/mailman/options/otlist_otnow.com Archive? www.mail-archive.com/[email protected] ************************************************************************************** Enroll in Boston University's post-professional Master of Science for OTs Online. Gain the skills and credentials to propel your career. www.otdegree.com/otn **************************************************************************************
