Charlotte Delestre
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Charlotte Delestre’s research is anchored at the critical intersection of assistive technology (AT) and healthcare education, where she investigates the systemic barriers that prevent individuals with long-term disabilities from achieving independence. Her most cited work, a 2019 literature review, systematically maps the persistent challenges in AT adoption, from device procurement to user training, while spotlighting a crucial gap: the inadequate preparation of healthcare professionals to prescribe and support these technologies. With 4 citations, this foundational paper has become a touchstone for scholars seeking to understand why promising AT devices often fail to translate into real-world autonomy. Delestre’s contribution lies not merely in cataloging obstacles but in framing the problem as a dual failure of technology diffusion and professional training. Her analysis underscores that without targeted curricular reforms for clinicians, even the most innovative AT will remain underutilized. For students and researchers entering this field, Delestre’s work offers a clear-eyed roadmap: true progress requires not just better devices, but a workforce equipped to integrate them into daily life.
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