Charlie Chung presented this year's Elizabeth Casson Memorial Lecture in the UK "Do You Hold the Door Open for Others?"

I loved the thinking behind it... Are we helping others to reach their potential? Am I aware when someone is holding a door open for me, presenting me with an opportunity to grow? Do I accept that opportunity?

In this episode we discuss Charlie's storied career so far where he has combined in-depth academic research with very practical application by Occupational Therapists and Allied Health Professionals.

He has great knowledge and experience in neurological conditions, particularly Stroke care, having helped create the Stroke Pathway in NHS Lothian. Charlie has been appointed as lead for Post-COVID syndrome in NHS Lothian where they are working to understand it better and finding which treatments might help those living with the condition.

We also found out that he is a karaoke king and musician! Charlie tells us about his musical adventures and a Scottish connection to The Beatles.

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I could have recorded another full episode with Charlie, there is lots more still to talk about with him so I hope he'll come back to record another episode.

I’d love to hear what you think of this episode - your feedback helps shape future episodes. If you know of a healthcare professional with a powerful story to share, I’d love to connect. Drop me an email at ⁠⁠⁠martina.tierney@seatingmatters.com⁠⁠⁠.

If you like what you've heard I'd be really grateful if you could share it with your friends and on social media.

Thanks so much for listening and supporting the show!⁠⁠

Martina

Years after a devastating car accident, Kirsty Ryan told her story live on national radio - unknowingly setting in motion a reunion with the Occupational Therapist who had changed everything for her years before.

That OT helped restore Kirsty’s dignity, voice, and purpose - and ultimately inspired her to become an OT herself.

*** This episode release was scheduled to coincide with Kirsty's wedding to her partner Kevin! 💍💐Share your marriage tips for the happy couple in the comments below or leave a simple note of congratulations!

Kirsty continues to inspire many not only through her work as an Occupational Therapist, a Seating Specialist and as Clinical Training Manager at Seating Matters but also through her powerful personal journey - from patient to Occupational Therapist, and now, to becoming a voice of hope and purpose for others.

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I’d love to hear what you think of this episode with Kirsty - your feedback helps shape future episodes. As with Kirsty's life experience, if you know a healthcare professional with a powerful story to share, I’d love to connect. Drop me an email at ⁠⁠⁠martina.tierney@seatingmatters.com⁠⁠⁠.

If you like what you've heard I'd be really grateful if you could share it with your friends and on social media.

Thanks so much for listening and supporting the show!⁠⁠

Martina

I was honoured to welcome Alex Fisher, an extraordinary Occupational Therapist and fierce advocate for those living with Huntington’s Disease, to the podcast this week.

In this powerful episode, Alex shares deeply moving stories from her volunteer work in Venezuela - where she’s bringing education, dignity, and hope to families impacted by Huntington’s Disease.

One story left us speechless: a man, abandoned and alone… but thanks to Alex, he didn’t die that way.💙 Her dedication is nothing short of inspiring, and it’s a privilege to help share her mission.

At Seating Matters, one of our phrases that we live by is that we are here to "Give Caregivers the Means to Care."

I feel like Alex, her caregiver programme and her whole mission in Venezuela is the perfect embodiment of giving caregivers the means to care and I'm in awe of her work.

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Quote from Alex: "I saw that someone who had listened to one of Martina's previous podcasts had said it was like (& I'm paraphrasing) feeling refreshed after having a cuppa with a good friend. I'm seconding that!

When I recorded this episode, the warmth & curiosity into the Power of Occupational Therapy from Martina and those at her company is what shines through. If you're not an #Occupationaltherapist, take 30 minutes to listen to the breadth of what OT can bring to your community."

🎥Also on YouTube: https://youtu.be/oq3jnJF4rg8

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I’d love to hear what you think of my chat with Alex, your feedback helps shape future episodes. And, just like Alex, if you know a healthcare professional with a powerful story to share, I’d love to connect. Drop me an email at ⁠⁠⁠martina.tierney@seatingmatters.com⁠⁠⁠.

If you like what you've heard i'd be really grateful if you could share it with your friends and on social media.

Thanks so much for listening and supporting the show!⁠⁠

Martina ⁠