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Orlagh Daly serves as a Lecturer in Occupational Therapy at Ulster University within the School of Health Sciences, part of the Faculty of Life & Health Sciences. She maintains office space at both the Derry~Londonderry campus (Room MF136) and the Jordanstown Campus, demonstrating her active involvement across multiple university locations. Her professional focus centers on occupational therapy education and practice.
Dr. Daly's research interests span several critical areas within occupational therapy, including occupational performance, ethics in practice, political conflict implications, paid employment considerations, and educational approaches. Her work contributes to advancing the field of occupational therapy through scholarly investigation and practical application.
Her most recent scholarly contribution is the 2024 abstract 'Transitioning out of crisis – the future for occupational therapy education,' which examines contemporary challenges and future directions for occupational therapy education. This work reflects her commitment to addressing current issues facing the profession and developing innovative educational approaches.
Dr. Daly actively collaborates with colleagues across Ulster University, particularly with researchers in health sciences and occupational therapy. Her collaborative approach extends to joint research projects such as the study on 'Training Needs of Paediatric Occupational Therapists in eating and drinking occupations for children with dysphagia,' demonstrating her engagement with specialized clinical areas within the field.
Prospective students interested in occupational therapy would find Dr. Daly's expertise valuable for understanding both the theoretical foundations and practical applications of occupational therapy practice, particularly in navigating complex professional environments and educational pathways within the UK healthcare system.
