Skip to main content

Defining Moment: April 2021

Reminiscences of a PT and mother.

As a teenager growing up in Israel, I was grateful to my parents for supporting my desire to find a career that would help society. My mother explored the options in and around our village, looking for a profession that would honor my desire to serve and do something I'd enjoy.

Listening Time 9:53

Access the APTA Magazine Defining Moment article.

Your Author

Yaffa Liebermann, PT


You Might Also Like...

Podcast

PTJ Author Interview: Cognitive Functional Therapy for Chronic Low Back Pain

Nov 19, 2024

Jason Beneciuk, PT, DPT, PhD, MPH, talks with Lena Thiveos, PT, MPhty, and Mark Hancock, PT, PhD, about their recent systematic review.

Podcast

Academy Focus: Get to Know APTA Federal

Nov 12, 2024

A brief introduction from the secretary of the academy.

Podcast

Defining Moment: The Glue Holding It All Together

Nov 5, 2024

Allen Wicken, PT, MSPT, a longtime physical therapist and APTA member, reflects on the interconnectedness of the profession.