Poster Session  |   August 2016
The Translational Research and Development Advances of Fred Sammons’ Work as Revealed in 60 Years of Catalogs, Artifacts, and Interviews
Roger Smith, PhD, OT, FAOTA, RESNA; Kathryn Koch, BS; Caitlin Dobson; Fred Sammons
Author Affiliations
  • University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee
  • Self, Kalamazoo, MI
Article Information
Assistive Technology / Evidence-Based Practice / Translational Research
Poster Session   |   August 2016
The Translational Research and Development Advances of Fred Sammons’ Work as Revealed in 60 Years of Catalogs, Artifacts, and Interviews
American Journal of Occupational Therapy, August 2016, Vol. 70, 7011520300p1. doi:10.5014/ajot.2016.70S1-PO4124
American Journal of Occupational Therapy, August 2016, Vol. 70, 7011520300p1. doi:10.5014/ajot.2016.70S1-PO4124
Abstract

Date Presented 4/8/2016

Fred Sammons’ research and clinical expertise resulted in one of the best-known assistive device companies. His outreach to consumers and academics brought standardization to self-care devices, improved access to treatment options, and advanced the occupational therapy profession.

Primary Author and Speaker: Roger Smith

Additional Author and Speaker: Caitlin Dobson, Fred Sammons

Contributing Author: Kathryn Koch