NEW VIVA PODCAST – Episode 3 – Finding the Piece that Fits
Nursing vs Therapy. Not really - it’s Nursing + Therapy. Two equal professions with common goals, which makes me think of a puzzle. Stay with me on this thought.
NEW VIVA PODCAST – Episode 2 – First Day Jitters
Do you remember the first day of your first real job? I remember walking through the doors of Beasley Elementary. The hallways were empty, and I had no clue where to go or what to do.
NEW VIVA PODCAST – Renewing Your Passions
It’s finally the day. The podcast has been published! All the worries and what-ifs are out there for the VIVA nation to hear. Our hopes for this podcast are that by sharing stories and ideas, we revive our industry and renew our love for our occupation, patients, and goals.
March for Babies Walk – Join the VIVA Team!
We have two exciting opportunities coming up that we would love for everyone to join! VIVA Pediatrics has created two teams that will be walking in the March for Babies : A Mother of a Movement ( March of Dimes) events in Fort Worth and Dallas. We have set a goal for each team to raise $1,000.00.
PT Month Showcase
In honor of PT Month, we asked one of our VIVA therapists to share her perspective on Physical Therapy. Katlyn Berry, PT, DPT is an experienced physical therapist that has worked with VIVA for the past 3 years and has had her career in treating pediatric patients.
October is National Physical Therapy (PT) Month!
The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) theme for this year’s PT Month is “Choose PT” and encourages sharing information about the benefits of physical therapy and the importance of exercise and movement. Physical activity is critically important to one’s health and well-being.
The death of George Floyd was a terrible tragedy.
The death of George Floyd was a terrible tragedy. It rightfully triggered cries throughout our country and world for justice. We grieve with our country after his death, as we did with the similar tragic deaths of African Americans before him. Until our country takes responsibility for the past, and commits to a future with equality and justice, the list of names may never end. The systemic racism and inequality which has long plagued our country must be stopped.
May is Better Speech and Hearing Month!
MEET MAURA Where did you grow-up and what is special about your hometown? Maura grew up in Tucson, Arizona. Her parents are both professors at U of A. Tucson has a small-town feel, even though it is a big city. She grew up with both the desert and the mountains.
April is National Occupational Therapy (OT) Month
As April comes to a close, we wanted to once again thank our fabulous Occupational Therapists who make an impact in our patients' lives every day! Our very own, Stephanie Hill, OTR has provided us with a very informative article to share!
PATIENT CARE AND COVID-19
PROVIDING CARE IN A HOME WHERE SOMEONE IS HAVING SYMPTOMS - Ensure person with symptoms is self-isolated in the home - Self-Assess for any symptoms (Temp >99.5, shortness of breath, cough, aches/pain)
