Fiona Howlett

Fiona Howlett is a Senior Lecturer in Occupational Therapy at York St John University's School of Science, Technology and Health. With over 15 years of clinical experience in Yorkshire, she specializes in intermediate care, forensic learning disabilities, and bariatric needs. She teaches across all levels of the BHSc Hons Occupational Therapy program and leads postgraduate modules on long-term conditions.

• MSc Professional Practice (University of Lincoln and Humberside)
• Diploma of the College of Occupational Therapists (Derby)
• Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (Leeds University/York St John)
• Certificate in Health Services Management

Her research focuses on optimizing quality of life for vulnerable populations through:

• Person-centred care models for bariatric patients
• Case management in long-term condition support
• Forensic mental health services
• Health policy implementation

Recent work includes student-led service development projects related to obesity care and life history approaches for dementia patients. She actively participates in professional conferences and served on the 19th ENOTHE conference committee in York.

Professional affiliations include:

• Health and Care Professions Council
• College of Occupational Therapists
• Higher Education Academy
• Institute of Health Service Managers

Her teaching emphasizes practical skills in:

• Moving and handling techniques
• Professional practice placements
• Multi-disciplinary approaches to long-term conditions
• Complex case reasoning