By Sue Dahl-Popolizio, Katie Smith, Mackenzie Day, Sherry Muir, William Manard

Healthcare is undergoing a transformative shift towards a more holistic and person-centered approach. The focus is no longer solely on treating the symptoms of a specific condition, but rather on improving overall population health, reducing the cost of care, and enhancing the experiences of both patients and healthcare providers. To achieve these goals, the primary care sector is adopting an integrated, interprofessional care team model that addresses both biomedical and behavioral health. This model includes preventative care, population health management, technology, and innovative strategies to increase access to care. Occupational therapy (OT) is uniquely positioned to contribute to these teams by leveraging their expertise in whole person mental/behavioral health and medical care to address the diverse needs of patients. This emerging practice area for OT in primary care is the focus of the groundbreaking book, Primary Care Occupational Therapy: A Clinical Manual.

Primary Care Occupational Therapy recognizes that OTs have a unique role to play in the primary care setting. As therapists who work with habits, roles, and routines that affect health, OTs in primary care have the potential to promote health and improve patient self-management of medical conditions and lifestyles. By doing so, they can help reduce patient dependence on costly healthcare services. This timely clinical manual serves as a guide for best practices in primary care OT, enabling OTs to seamlessly integrate into the fast-paced primary care practice model. Unlike traditional OT settings where intervention sessions are longer and focused on acute rehabilitation or mental/behavioral health conditions, primary care visits are often brief and address patient needs in the context of their presenting issue. Primary Care Occupational Therapy addresses these unique challenges and provides practical strategies to support OTs in delivering effective and efficient care in the primary care setting.

The authors of this book are experts in the field, and their wealth of knowledge and experience makes Primary Care Occupational Therapy the definitive resource for all primary care OTs. The book covers a wide range of topics, including administrative information specific to OT in primary care and interventions for specific health conditions commonly seen in this setting. Chronic conditions, which are prevalent in primary care, are also extensively covered in the book. This comprehensive resource equips OTs with the necessary tools and insights to deliver evidence-based and patient-centered care in primary care settings.

Beyond occupational therapy practitioners, Primary Care Occupational Therapy is also a valuable guide for behavioral health care providers and administrators of general medical practices. It offers a deeper understanding of the role of OT in primary care and the potential benefits of incorporating lifestyle-based interventions for the conditions frequently seen in these settings. By reading this book, healthcare providers and administrators can gain a broader perspective on how to optimize patient outcomes and enhance the overall delivery of care within their practices.

Whether you are an occupational therapy practitioner working in primary care, a behavioral health care provider, or a medical practice administrator, Primary Care Occupational Therapy: A Clinical Manual is an essential addition to your professional library. With its comprehensive coverage, practical insights, and evidence-based guidance, this book will empower you to excel in delivering high-quality care within the ever-evolving landscape of primary care.

Order your copy of Primary Care Occupational Therapy: A Clinical Manual today and embark on a transformative journey to enhance patient outcomes and revolutionize primary care delivery.

Product Details

• Publisher: Springer; 1st ed. 2023 edition (May 16, 2023)
• Language: English
• Format: Ebook (Digital)
• Pages: 492
• ISBN-10: 3031208811
• ISBN-13: 978-3031208812