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Physical therapist assistants are educated and licensed clinicians who provide care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Are you ready to be a PTA?
Becoming a PTA is not a "steppingstone" to becoming a PT. But approximately 10% of PTAs explore careers as PTs.
Support APTA's payment advocacy related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule.
Patients shouldn't have to have their care interrupted, and PTs shouldn't be forced to suspend services during temporary absences.
Aug 1, 2019/Article
The compact creates a way for PTs and PTAs to practice or work in multiple states.
APTA's Media Corps members serve as a resource for journalists who are working on stories that involve physical therapy.
Apr 1, 2020/Feature
Stepping out from full-time practice looks different from how it once did. The options during and after a hiatus vary for PTs and PTAs.
Nov 1, 2019/Feature
Advances in health care technology raise legal and ethical issues. Here are some situations you soon may encounter, if you haven't already. How should you respond?
Nov 1, 2019/Magazine
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Oct 1, 2019/Column
Self-reflection makes a path clear.
