

APTA Podcasts
American Physical Therapy Association
Podcasts for physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and students of physical therapy.
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Mar 10, 2021 • 35min
Understanding Information Blocking
In this podcast, we take closer look at the information blocking rule: where it came from, who it affects, how it works, and what it means for PTs and PTAs.

Mar 3, 2021 • 16min
A Behind the Scenes Look at APTA’s New Telehealth Certificate Series
The COVID-19 pandemic significantly increased the number of patients seeking physical therapist services via telehealth. This paradigm shift will improve access to care, but it also brings change.

Mar 1, 2021 • 1h
Recruiting and Hiring PTs Educated Outside of the United States
This podcast focuses on panelists’ experiences as internationally educated physical therapists working with recruiters, and how elements of the APTA House of Delegates guideline “Recruiting and Hiring Internationally Educated Physical Therapists” were put into practice and resulted in a good experience.

Feb 25, 2021 • 39min
PT Practice Update: COVID-19 Vaccine
As the COVID-19 vaccine becomes available and distribution plans vary by state, APTA Practice and Regulatory Affairs staff and members will discuss the latest updates on vaccine distribution, access, and administration.

Feb 23, 2021 • 7min
Empowering People With ALS
Physical therapy has an important role in addressing the challenges of a devastating disease.

Feb 19, 2021 • 30min
Diagnostic Labels and Movement Expertise: An Author Interview with Dr. Shirley Sahrmann
Dr. Sahrmann elaborates on her thought-provoking Point of View in a conversation that acknowledges some of the differences of opinion and controversies surrounding this vital topic.

Feb 17, 2021 • 59min
Online Learning and Hybrid Education
Lindsay Durand, SPT, APTA Student Assembly director of communications, and Tonya Olson, MSPT, DPT, discuss the benefits of online learning, hybrid education, and how to make the most of your virtual learning experiences.

Feb 10, 2021 • 50min
Pursuing a PHD
In this episode we talk to Chris Lane, PT, DPT, is a PhD and Louise Thoma, PT, DPT, PhD about their career journeys, things to consider when pursuing a PhD, both personally and professionally, and advice they’d give to those interested in this professional path. Here’s our discussion.

Feb 9, 2021 • 1h 2min
Changing Direction: Creating a New Path for Your Career
Learn from PTAs who have taken the lead on navigating through their careers and finding rewarding pathways to professional success.

Jan 14, 2021 • 28min
Maximizing Your Potential as a Professional
Zach Waltson, PT, DPT, is an avid reader who is continuously learning, seeking to grow and reflect, and ultimately striving be the best clinician and mentor he can be. In this episode, Zach shares his message to seek out more information, identify bias and limitations when they exist, find mentors, and reflect on experiences whenever … Continue reading Maximizing Your Potential as a Professional


