Dunstan Pediatric Services

06/02/2025

So thankful for the excellent turn out for this round of elections at NHOTA. Looking forward to continuing on the great work the executive board has been doing. Cheers

05/21/2025

NHOTA Fall conference - let the momentum begin

🎤 Exciting News! NHOTA Fall Conference Keynote Announcement 🎤

We’re honored to welcome Samuel and Dan Habib as the keynote speakers for the 2025 NHOTA Fall Conference!

This inspiring father-son duo is known nationwide for their powerful work in disability advocacy and inclusive education through award-winning films like Including Samuel and My Disability Roadmap. Their stories challenge assumptions, spark change, and elevate the voices of people with disabilities.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from two of the most impactful voices in the inclusion movement!

📅 Save the date and register today- or become a sponsor or answer our call for proposals at https://nhota.org/currentconference

05/15/2025

We're halfway through this election and there is good participation. If you haven't gotten to vote yet, please head to NHOTA. OT friends only - 😊

Members- the positions of President, Treasurer and Membership Chair are available for your vote. The link is in your email.

You will need to be logged into your membership on the website to vote. Your vote is anonymous.

Votes are due by May 31st.

05/13/2025

A few weeks ago, I shared a post about the OT Compact—and I was drawn in by the layered response. It felt more expansive than anything I’ve posted before. It told me there’s a conversation out there—quiet, thoughtful, and possibly ready to grow.

That response led me to start something new: The Restorative Thread—a newsletter exploring the future of occupational therapy, leadership, and reflection.

Issue #1 is now live: “From the Compact to the Conversation”

In this opening piece, I reflect on how small actions—like a share or a thoughtful tag—can become turning points. And how asking better questions, especially around Medicaid and access, may lead us to something deeper: a larger truth, and a renewed understanding of why we choose to care for those less able to care for themselves.

I hope you’ll stay engaged.

If you’re reading this, you’re already part of the conversation that began with a simple post about the OT Compact. The response to that post wasn’t just larger than usual—it was more layered.

04/01/2025

I’m Running for NHOTA President
My name is Christopher Dunstan, and I’m honored to be running for President of the New Hampshire Occupational Therapy Association.
I’m an occupational therapist, business owner, and advocate with a deep belief in our profession’s ability to illuminate possibility. I continue to carry a caseload because I believe there’s no substitute for being present in the work. It’s where truth lives—between direct therapy and the systems that support it.
Over the past several years, I’ve worked across New Hampshire to strengthen school-based services, ensure compliance and clarity around Medicaid, and advocate for legislation that expands access and autonomy for OTs. I helped draft the 2023 update to our state practice act (HB 109), which removed the physician order requirement for OT services—a meaningful step forward for our field.

But as you know, our work is far from done. Some may argue the hardest work is just on the horizon.

I’m running because I believe in the future of this profession in New Hampshire - and I still believe we have an opportunity to shape with courage, care, and shared purpose.

No Walls Between Us - Only Pathways Forward

If this message resonates with you, I’d be grateful if you’d like, share, or comment to help spread the word. There is no better time to strengthen our conversation—continue NHOTA's momentum—move forward with purpose.

Christopher Dunstan, OTR/L
Dunstan Pediatric Services
He/Him/Hiring

03/05/2025

Advocated today in Concord to support edits to a rule that guide funding to disabled children. My intention was to convey this message. "A just society removes obstacles, not people. Disability doesn’t define, barriers do." If you have the courage and empathy to see the child and not the disability, please look for the opportunity this week to make a connection with any person who may be defined by barriers, and not what they have to offer.

02/12/2025

99% of our evaluations rely on this tool. So when a new edition dropped, did we hesitate? No we did not. We don't have that luxury. We are fully engaged with identifying children who are not succeeding and trying to help the family and district understand why.

Dunstan Pediatric
Embrace Change. Elevating Standards. Ensuring Excellence.

These new BOT-3 kits are packed and ready for the next referral.
If you know a district that is struggling to understand a child's needs, we’re here to help.

02/05/2025

NHDOE reviewed our student service record software (RSP) today and said, "This documentation is directly in line with our expectations!" Additionally, the bi-weekly invoice detail we provide districts would suffice to meet PAGS documentation requirements. Our student service record reports aim to meet all Medicaid compliance requirements. I am so happy with this outcome of our work and efforts to improve compliance, improve documentation standards, and streamline our student service records.
Please reach out if you would like a demonstration.

12/06/2024

Quick shout out to NHSAA and sponsors of the Christa McAuliffe Tech Conference. The keynote highlighted AI’s potential to engage all learners, echoing “a tide raises all boats”. The take-home message being - advancing education through technology enhances everyone's ability to succeed in daily tasks and meaningful activities (occupational performance). As a panelist, I was able to share how interventions like video modeling and VR can break down learning barriers for diverse students.

12/05/2024

"I have the honor of participating in the Christa McAuliffe Conference as a panelist to discuss innovative assistive technology solutions to empower students with diverse learning needs.

11/25/2024

11/05/2024

Dunstan Pediatric is proud to have sponsored the NHOTA Fall Conference! With 133 therapists attending—significantly more than last year—NHOTA’s membership drive is clearly making strides. From insightful guest speakers to engaging poster presentations and the efforts of all sponsors and organizers, this event was a huge success. Grateful for our four dedicated team members who participated and helped make it memorable.
Cheers