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Jun 3, 2020/Author
Lois Douthitt is senior director of member communications at APTA, where she contributes to the strategic development and implementation of the association’s overall communications and publications. Before joining APTA in 2000, she was director of publications at the American Gas Association. She is
Eric Ries is the former associate editor of APTA Magazine at APTA. He retired from his position in 2020. Before joining the association in 2000, he was a writer/editor at the Association for Career and Technical Education. Earlier he held a similar position at Goodwill Industries International, and for
Nov 1, 2015/Column
The health insurance "Big 5" may become a "Big 3." Why is this happening? What are the implications for patients and physical therapy?
May 1, 2018/Magazine
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Oct 1, 2016/Column
Should a physical therapist tell a patient that she is terminally ill?
Nov 1, 2024/Column
Exploring AI Ethics Within the Five Roles of Physical Therapy
Aug 1, 2022/Feature
For some physical therapists, the best way to influence clinical practice might be to leave it.
Jun 1, 2026/Article
Volunteers fuel progress for APTA while building skills and connections that shape their professional paths.
Jun 1, 2020/Feature
How can PTs apply change theory and change behavior to patients and clients to help improve outcomes?
Apr 1, 2025/Feature
Physical therapists share ways to treat and support long-distance athletes.
