About Dr Denise Andrea Harris
Specialisms:
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Brain Injury
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Falls
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Healthcare Education
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Housing Adaptations
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Orthopaedics
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Palliative Care
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Progressive Neurological Diseases
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Trauma
Profile:
I am a consultant occupational therapist, researcher, publisher, and educator. I have twenty-two years of experience assessing and treating clients across the NHS, Social Services, and Private Sector companies.
My knowledge and skills were developed in NHS trauma and orthopaedics, community rehabilitation, rapid response, falls, palliative, and end-of-life care. Social Services housing, aids and adaptations, and Private Sector case management and head injuries.
After completing my PhD by publication, I conceptualised and launched my independent practice to provide care and education for people with motor neurone disease (MND). Independent practice has offered me various opportunities to work as an associate occupational therapist, educator, and expert witness. In 2023, I published a book chapter exploring my research journey, published papers, and developed a person-centred care model in MND. This person-centred care model focuses on individuality, which includes three significant elements: 1. presuppositions, 2. acceptance, and 3. temporality.
I prepare Civil Procedure Compliant Occupational Therapy and Care Reports for the
Court covering various complex injuries. My areas of speciality are progressive neurological conditions, neurological rehabilitation, orthopaedic injury, and palliative and end-of-life care.
As an Independent Expert Witness, I aim to interpret the impact of the negligence that has occurred. I use my knowledge and skills to learn about a person in their world, their losses and potential for future rehabilitation. I make the necessary recommendations to enable a person to live life as they did before the index incident.
Professional Qualifications & Memberships:
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Doctor of Philosophy (Manchester Metropolitan University) (2020)
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Master of Philosophy (Salford University) (2014)
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Master of Research (Lancaster University) (2010)
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BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy (Salford University) (2003)
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Healthcare Professions Council Registered (2003)
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Member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (since 2000)
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Services
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OT and Care Expert
I specialise in preparing OT and Care Reports that comply with civil regulations and cover a range of complex injuries for court proceedings. The types of injuries and conditions I can report include Brain injury, Orthopedic injury, Progressive Neurological Disease, Palliative and end-of-life care
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Gemma Cummins, Occupational Therapist/Director, All-in-One Occupational Therapy
"After reviewing the website, I strongly endorse the Lifeworld approach and suggest it to individuals or family caregivers dealing with illness or injury. I have been following this research based on evidence from the start and have witnessed the positive impact it can have."
Barbara Simmons, PhD Psychologist, ALS Family Centre, University of Miami
"I have just finished a 4-session course with Denise Harris and it was definitely worth it. Although we both work with MND patients, she has a well-organized and structured approach that has proven to be highly beneficial. Additionally, she has provided me with new insights that will help me improve my interactions with patients. Her articles are also invaluable for furthering my knowledge in this field. It's rare to find someone who understands the needs of these patients so well, and I plan to maintain a long-term relationship with her."
Christine Kenney, Senior Lecturer, Salford University
"I received a lot of positive feedback about your session. Some students even mentioned that it was the best part of their day. That's quite an accomplishment!"
Get in Touch
Registered Office:
Tower House
269 Walmersley Rd
Bury
BL9 6NX
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