Benjamin Canter is a PhD student in Rehabilitation Sciences at Boston University, geriatric health services researcher, and a doctorally-trained
occupational therapist specializing in in post-acute and long-term care settings. His research uses epidemiological, qualitative, and implementation science approaches to develop strategies that improve care transitions for individuals residing in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. I have over a decade of frontline experience working in nursing homes as a recreation volunteer, rehabilitation aide, and occupational therapist.
Benjamin's current research program focuses on care coordination during microtransactions—brief, nonurgent changes in a patient’s location and custodial care responsibility (e.g., recreational outings, outpatient visits)—which carry similar risks of adverse event as admissions and discharges. He also has expertise in COVID-19 rehabilitation and psychiatric care for post-acute and long-term care patients.