Who is Teaching Whom? Grad Students Directing Their Own Education

In this episode of the HET Podcast, our co-host, Dr. Mahlon Stewart interviews Dr. Iris Platt. Dr. Platt helped coordinate and instruct an elective course on health equity and social justice. Join us for a discussion on how graduate students can be involved in their own education and how it influences their early careers as physical therapists. Biography: Iris Platt is a NYC licensed Physical Therapist, specializing in pelvic floor physical therapy and former graduate from Columbia University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Prior to finding her home in clinical practice, she earned her Masters, where she investigated the neuroscience of movement in cognitive disorders and the role of emotion in motor learning. Her clinical practice is informed by her professional experience as a dancer, personal trainer, and yoga instructor, as well as her personal practices in martial arts (karate & boxing) and strength training. Iris is also adjunct faculty in Columbia University’s DPT program facilitating discussions and education on health equity and social justice. Previously, Iris has worked as a research advisor and collaborator with Partnering Lab, that investigates ethics of human interaction through movement and dance. Her work directly influences how she relates to her patients by placing emphasis on the development of trust and effective communication in order to build meaningful connections and promote healing. Her practice is grounded in interdisciplinary, individualized, and evidence-informed care that places patient safety and comfort first.  Contact Information: Email: [email protected] Beyond Basics Physical Therapy Resources Mentioned: Soundcloud link to the student-developed panel on Health Disparities, Systemic Racism, and Social Injustice (“Perspectives on Practice” now called “Physical Therapy Perspectives”). Moderator: Dr. Laurel Daniels Abbruzzese; Panelists: Dr. Courtney Cogburn, Topher Sanders, and Dr. Julius Johnson. https://soundcloud.com/user-205232718/pop-health-disparities-systemic-racism-and-social-injustice/s-7u8n6GOwqXl