National recognition for occupational therapist

Natalie Jones, Clinical Academic Occupational Therapist has received a national accolade for her outstanding contribution to the profession for her pioneering research into psychological and social aspects of life after a stroke, national accolade for her outstanding contribution to the profession.

Natalie was awarded a Royal Occupational Therapists’ Merit Award in recognition of her “positive influence nationally and internationally as a clinical academic, researcher and professional lead for services”. Natalie, whose career in the NHS spans 28 years, received the accolade for her research on aspects of stroke rehabilitation including eating and drinking skills and using innovative technologies to enhance patient care.