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Jun 1, 2016/Feature
Clinician-scientists bridge a key gap between research and clinical practice, these PTs say. But there simply aren't enough of them.
Apr 1, 2024/Feature
A perspective on who makes up the public health workforce, and physical therapists' contributions to promoting a community's health and wellness.
Jun 1, 2017/Column
Barriers are inevitable. They needn't be roadblocks.
Feb 20, 2026/Policies & Bylaws
House Policy: Describes the process for establishing an APTA National Award.
Mar 10, 2020/Podcast
APTA’s live #XchangeSA chat with Kendra Lucas, PT, DPT on advocacy.
PTs serve an important role in patient safety and patient care transitions.
Feb 1, 2015/Column
The importance of membership and participation in APTA.