Dr. Naomi Davids Brumer

Biography

Naomi Davids-Brumer is an Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream in the Department of Occupational Science & Occupational Therapy at the University of Toronto. With over 18 years of clinical experience working with adults and older adults across various healthcare settings including hospitals, community environments, and long-term care facilities, she is passionate about mental health in clinical practice. Her master's research focused on mental health in post-secondary education. In her role on the department’s fieldwork team, Professor Davids-Brumer supports students in their clinical site placements. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Health Professions Education Research at the University of Toronto’s Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation. Professor Davids-Brumer's research in educational scholarship primarily examines learning that occurs in clinical learning spaces, particularly within occupational therapy rehabilitation professions. She is exploring the phenomenon of healthcare student failure in clinical settings, with a specific interest in understanding students' perspectives on their experiences. Her goal is to use this research to facilitate innovative solutions and remediation approaches for learners who are struggling.

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