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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
Dec 28, 2017/Podcast
Ryan Johnson works hard, because he loves his work.
Apr 29, 2021/Podcast
After years of working with patients, Sara DeMars, PT, DPT, has learned the power that words and word choice can have when working with patients. Sara believes that through being aware of our verbal communication and avoiding broad language we can actually make a big impact when it comes to patient
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?
Oct 1, 2016/Column
Should a physical therapist tell a patient that she is terminally ill?
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.
May 1, 2018/Magazine
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Mar 1, 2019/Column
Tapping into the power of perspective.
Aug 1, 2022/Column
While technology shows promise for cutting-edge treatment, PTs and PTAs must ask the right questions to determine the best plan of care.
