Understanding Information Blocking
In this podcast, we take closer look at the information blocking rule: where it came from, who it affects, how it works, and what it means for PTs and PTAs.
Mar 10, 2021•35 min
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Episodes
A Behind the Scenes Look at APTA’s New Telehealth Certificate Series
The COVID-19 pandemic significantly increased the number of patients seeking physical therapist services via telehealth. This paradigm shift will improve access to care, but it also brings change.
Mar 03, 2021•16 min
Recruiting and Hiring PTs Educated Outside of the United States
This podcast focuses on panelists’ experiences as internationally educated physical therapists working with recruiters, and how elements of the APTA House of Delegates guideline “Recruiting and Hiring Internationally Educated Physical Therapists” were put into practice and resulted in a good experience.
Mar 01, 2021•1 hr
PT Practice Update: COVID-19 Vaccine
As the COVID-19 vaccine becomes available and distribution plans vary by state, APTA Practice and Regulatory Affairs staff and members will discuss the latest updates on vaccine distribution, access, and administration.
Feb 25, 2021•39 min
Empowering People With ALS
Physical therapy has an important role in addressing the challenges of a devastating disease.
Feb 23, 2021•7 min
Diagnostic Labels and Movement Expertise: An Author Interview with Dr. Shirley Sahrmann
Dr. Sahrmann elaborates on her thought-provoking Point of View in a conversation that acknowledges some of the differences of opinion and controversies surrounding this vital topic.
Feb 19, 2021•30 min
Online Learning and Hybrid Education
Lindsay Durand, SPT, APTA Student Assembly director of communications, and Tonya Olson, MSPT, DPT, discuss the benefits of online learning, hybrid education, and how to make the most of your virtual learning experiences.
Feb 17, 2021•59 min
Pursuing a PHD
In this episode we talk to Chris Lane, PT, DPT, is a PhD and Louise Thoma, PT, DPT, PhD about their career journeys, things to consider when pursuing a PhD, both personally and professionally, and advice they’d give to those interested in this professional path. Here’s our discussion.
Feb 10, 2021•50 min
Changing Direction: Creating a New Path for Your Career
Learn from PTAs who have taken the lead on navigating through their careers and finding rewarding pathways to professional success.
Feb 09, 2021•1 hr 2 min
Maximizing Your Potential as a Professional
Zach Waltson, PT, DPT, is an avid reader who is continuously learning, seeking to grow and reflect, and ultimately striving be the best clinician and mentor he can be. In this episode, Zach shares his message to seek out more information, identify bias and limitations when they exist, find mentors, and reflect on experiences whenever … Continue reading Maximizing Your Potential as a Professional
Jan 14, 2021•28 min
When Plans Change: How COVID-19 Changed My Career Journey
In this episode, Cameron Massumi, PT, DPT talks about how he reassessed his career goals and journey, how this year forced him to be creative and innovative, and he gives tips for listeners to consider when things don’t go according to your plan.
Dec 02, 2020•29 min
A Purposeful Ride – Defining Moment
Many life experiences led to work at a pro bono clinic.
Nov 30, 2020•12 min
Advocacy Efforts to Stop the Medicare Payment Cuts
Listen to this update advocacy efforts to stop the cut, recently introduced legislation, and learn why it is still imperative to continue to take action.
Nov 18, 2020•40 min
Advocacy Efforts to Stop the Medicare Payment Cut
Listen to this update advocacy efforts to stop the cut, recently introduced legislation, and learn why it is still important to take action on this important issue.
Nov 18, 2020
You Can Be a Military PT
In a conversation from his current station in South Korea, Major Eric Walter, PT, DPT talks about how he decided to become a physical therapist in the military, what his day-to-day is like, and why serving as a military PT is different than in the civilian world.
Nov 10, 2020•27 min
Body Image and Physical Therapy -APTA Live
Join your host Yusra Iftikhar, PT, DPT, Director of Communications, APTA Student Assembly for a discussion on the topics of body dysmorphia, body image, and physical therapy treatment with guests Krystyna Holland, PT, DPT, and Ivana Salazar Fryer, PTA, BS, RYT
Nov 04, 2020•1 hr 2 min
Speaking Up and Speaking Out Influences Change
Learn how you can take action, and why it matters. With PTA Caucus Delegate, Jodi Pfeiffer, chats with Kara Gainer, APTA director of regulatory affairs, and Justin Elliot, APTA vice president of government affairs.
Nov 03, 2020•45 min
Grit From the Gridiron – Defining Moment
Physical therapy can help heal emotional wounds, too.
Nov 02, 2020•8 min
DEI Discussions: Pathways to Leadership
In this installment in our DEI Discussion series we focus on pathways to leadership. We discuss how to create pathways, how to facilitate them through mentorship, and the ways volunteers can support structures and groups that keep those pathways open into the future.
Oct 30, 2020•1 hr 32 min
Challenges of Licensure by Endorsement for Internationally Educated PTs
Becoming a U.S.-licensed PT, for someone who has attained entry-level education internationally is a feat. Learn about these challenges and how you can make a difference.
Oct 16, 2020•1 hr
Working on an Interdisciplinary Team
In this episode, Heidi Moyer, PT, DPT, shares what she’s learned through her years working on teams and gives tips for successful team work.
Oct 07, 2020•16 min
Entrepreneurship in Physical Therapy – APTA Live
Join us as we talk to Ashley Johnson, PT, DPT, and Craig Phifer, PT, MHA, about starting a practice and innovative ways to run a business.
Sep 28, 2020•1 hr 4 min
DEI Discussions: Pipelines to PT – APTA Live
The second installment of our DEI Discussions series focuses on the career “pipeline” and equity.
Sep 23, 2020•1 hr 32 min
Better Together – Defining Moment
The power of teamwork, dramatically illustrated.
Sep 21, 2020•8 min
PTA Outlook: COVID & Other Practice Issues – APTA Live
Sean Bagbey, PTA, ATC, MHA, and Kacey Kline, PTA, BS, discuss the role of the PTA and the value they offer to the profession. They also discussed the implications of COVID-19, the looming budget cuts from CMS, and the job outlook for the profession.
Sep 09, 2020•1 hr 2 min
Sweat Equity Pays Off – Defining Moment
It’s hard to work under a layer of PPE, but the results can be incredibly uplifting.
Sep 04, 2020•8 min
Student Success
Student success and today’s students as the future of the profession with guest, Alex Koszalinski, PT, DPT, PhD, Assistant Dean and Director of Curriculum, Doctor of Physical Therapy at South College.
Sep 02, 2020•49 min
PT and PTA Teams
Christine Davidson, PT, DPT, and Nanako Barry, PTA, CBIS, won the APTA Outstanding PT-PTA Team Award for their exceptional teamwork and collaboration and share their model for success and answer your questions.
Aug 24, 2020•1 hr 2 min
DEI Discussions: Race and Racism
APTA’s first in a series of discussions about diversity, equity, and inclusion. This discussion focused on race and racism in physical therapy.
Aug 21, 2020
PT Compact: 101
Enacted in 2017, the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact was created to increase consumer access to physical therapist services by reducing regulatory barriers to interstate mobility and cross–state practice. With T.J. Cantwell from the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy.
Aug 05, 2020•28 min
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