Dr. Patricia Belchior

Associate Professor

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Biography

Patricia Belchior is an Associate Professor at McGill University's School of Physical and Occupational Therapy and serves as the Laboratory Director at the Centre de recherche de l'Institut universitaire de gériatrie de Montréal. Her research focuses on promoting wellness among seniors, particularly those living with neurocognitive disorders and their family members. She engages in developing occupational-based programs, utilizing technology to facilitate aging in place, and addressing age-stigma in care for older adults. Belchior has a notable interest in collaborative approaches with occupational therapy practitioners to explore barriers and facilitators in care provision. Her commitment to participatory research emphasizes aligning her research interests with community matters, aiming to foster a supportive environment for elderly individuals. Belchior's extensive academic background includes a Post Doctoral Associate degree from the University of Florida and a Ph.D. in Rehabilitation Sciences from the same institution. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy and a Bachelor of Arts in Law from Dom Bosco Catholic University in Brazil.

Research Interests

Requirements for McGill University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
B.Sc. degree or equivalent M.D. degree
Application Checklist
  • Transcripts
  • 2 Letters of Reference
  • CV
  • Personal Statement
  • Confirmation of Supervision
  • Research Project Proposal
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Medicine. Program: Experimental Medicine.