A physical therapist known to two kids only as “the Exercise Lady” helped both them and their family in a time of need. Pat McAdoo, PT
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A Lucky Patient Encounter Provides Answers – Defining Moment
It wasn’t until she saw patients with the same rare condition that a PT realized what had been plaguing her own body for years.
https://www.apta.org/apta-magazine/2021/08/01/apta-magazine-august-2021/a-lucky-patient-encounter-provides-answers
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Looking for the Zebras – Defining Moment
Every patient is a one in a million. By Kathleen Wild PT, DPT.
https://www.apta.org/apta-magazine/2021/07/01/apta-magazine-july-2021/looking-for-the-zebras
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I See Me in You – Defining Moment
A PT reflects on opening a clinic in an underserved neighborhood. https://www.apta.org/apta-magazine/2021/06/01/apta-magazine-june-2021/i-see-me-in-you
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A Brief but Meaningful Encounter
A hospital PT finds meaning in a visit with a patient with COVID-19. Read the article at: https://www.apta.org/apta-magazine/2021/05/01/apta-magazine-may-2021/a-brief-but-meaningful-encounter
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An On-the-Nose Career – Defining Moment
Reminiscences of a PT and mother. By Yaffa Liebermann, PT
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Empowering People With ALS
Physical therapy has an important role in addressing the challenges of a devastating disease.
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A Purposeful Ride – Defining Moment
Many life experiences led to work at a pro bono clinic.
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Grit From the Gridiron – Defining Moment
Physical therapy can help heal emotional wounds, too.
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Better Together – Defining Moment
The power of teamwork, dramatically illustrated.
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Another Kind of Mobility – Defining Moment
Serving patients where they live, through a different practice model. By Mollie Hope, PT, DPT.
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Food for Thought – and Action – Defining Moment
As we move through life, we are confronted by moments, unexpected and unplanned, that can change us forever, if only we allow them to do so. By Ann W. Jackson, PT, DPT, MPH
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Vulnerability and Courage – Defining Moment
For PTs and PTAs, the two never have been more closely intertwined. By Carrie Hall, PT, MHS
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Two Degrees, Many Variables – Defining Moment
The journey of a PT/anthropologist. By Mark G. Sala, PT, DPT, MA
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When Life Throws You Curves – Defining Moment
A PT with scoliosis helps others with the condition. By April Gerard, PT
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The Power of Practical Advice – Defining Moment
Employing contemporary theories of neurorehabilitation and neuroplasticity to enhance children’s lives. By Sara Kerrick, PT
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Making a Wheel Difference – Defining Moment
A program plays a key “roll” in altering perceptions. By Cathy Carver, PT
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Growing Pains – Defining Moment
Self-reflection makes a path clear. By Sharna Prasad, PT, DPT
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A Message of Hope at A Critical Time – Defining Moment
Thoughts on a presidential address. By Katie Borgelt, PT, DPT
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Circling Back and Moving Ahead – Defining Moment
A travel writer’s journey leads to a career in physical therapy. By Rachel Tavel, PT, DPT
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