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AAPT 2025 CONFERENCE PRESENTS

STRENGTH IN COMMUNITY: COLLABORATIVE APPROACHES TO PHYSICAL THERAPY

SEPTEMBER 18-20 | ATLANTA, GA

PRECONFERENCE COURSES

Writing an Essay

FSBPT Item Writing Workshop

This two-day pre-conference Regional Item Writing Workshop offers an opportunity for PTs and PTAs to help ensure that candidates taking the NPTE receive sound, high-quality questions that reflect a broad range of practice. The workshop will cover item-writing theory, the development of items that test higher-order thinking skills, and specific item-writing techniques. Participants are asked to write twenty entry-level items in a variety of content areas over the course of three months. Consideration is given to selecting item writers from diverse demographic backgrounds and practice settings who are also registered for the AAPT conference. 

Friendly Meeting

APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor Level 2

The Credentialed CI Program is a  designed for people interested in or involved with clinical education, such as CIs, site coordinators of clinical education, and directors of clinical education. Payment details:

  • Payment #1 - $50 for AAPT members, $75 for non AAPT members

  • Payment #2 - $100 for APTA members, $200 for non APTA members

Court Room

Georgia Ethics and Jurisprudence

This comprehensive course is designed to provide physical therapists with an in-depth understanding of the ethical and legal standards required to practice in Georgia. Participants will explore the Georgia Physical Therapy Practice Act, the rules and regulations governing physical therapy practice, and key ethical principles relevant to clinical decision-making.

Through engaging content and real-world case studies, this course ensures that attendees are well-prepared to navigate the complexities of professional responsibility, patient rights, and legal compliance. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped to pass the Georgia Ethics and Jurisprudence Exam confidently and practice with integrity and adherence to state regulations.

Payment details:

  • Early Bird - $50 

  • Late Registration - $75 

SCHEDULE

Speakers
Schedule
Classroom

TOPIC

Intervertebral Disc Hydration Management

SPEAKER:

S. Chris Owens, PT, ScD, OCS, CSCS, FAAOMPT

 9-11am: Thursday, Sept. 19

Host Hotel

Pride Parade

TOPIC

Implicit Bias--Cognitive Gaps in Patient Care 

SPEAKERS:

Roy Film,

Clarisse Labor,

Monique Caruth, PT, DPT

Michael Ukoha, PT, DPT

11am-1pm: Thursday, Sept. 19

Host Hotel

TOPIC

Rehab Considerations for the Oncology Population

SPEAKER:

Crystal Champion, PT, DPT, CLT-ALM, CERT DN

10-12pm: Friday, Sept. 20

Host Hotel

Breast Cancer Awareness Cupcakes

TOPIC

Rehab Pearls for the Pediatric Physical Therapist

SPEAKER:

Dona Greenhoward, PT, M.Ed., tDPT

2-4pm: Thursday, Sept. 19

Host Hotel

Mother and Baby on Floor
Women in Black Shirts

TOPIC

Taking Charge of Your Pelvic Health Prevention, Treatment, and Management

SPEAKER:

TaLisa Cummings-Taylor, PT, DPT, PCES

8-10am: Friday, Sept. 20

Host Hotel

Physical Therapy Exercise

TOPIC

Acute Care Continuum: From the ER to Recovery

SPEAKERS:

Malinda Crowell, PT, DPT, GCS 

and Lisa Mimms, PT, DPT

1-3pm: Friday, Sept. 20

Host Hotel

SPEAKER:

Tim Vidale, PT, DPT, MBA, CSOMT

TOPIC

Minority Leadership in a Majority Profession

SPEAKER:

Tim Vidale, PT, DPT, MBA, CSOMT

3-5pm: Friday, Sept. 20

Host Hotel

Leadership Presentation

TOPIC

Breaking Barriers: Addressing the Lack of Minorities in the Profession

MODERATOR:

Yolanda Rainey, PT, DPT, MS

6:30-8pm: Thursday, Sept. 19

APTA Headquarters

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PANELISTS:

Dr. Julian Magee

Mr. Artis Newsome

Dr. Charlene Portee 

Medical Team
Hotel
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Host Hotel Info

COURTYARD ATLANTA DECATUR DOWNTON/EMORY
HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER

130 CLAIREMONT AVENUE

DECATUR, GA 30030

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Set in Decatur, 0.9 mi from Bradley Observatory, Courtyard Atlanta Decatur Downtown/Emory features a fitness center and indoor pool. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and features a flat-screen TV. The rooms have a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. Free WiFi is provided at Courtyard Atlanta Decatur Downtown/Emory. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Meeting facilities are available. Avondale Estates Historic District is 1.9 mi from Courtyard Atlanta Decatur Downtown/, while Candler Park Golf id 3.5 mi from the property. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is 12 mi away.

Leadership Presentation

TOPIC

Minority Leadership in a Majority Profession

SPEAKER:

Tim Vidale, PT, DPT, MBA, CSOMT

3-5pm: Friday, Sept. 20

Host Hotel

Medical Team

TOPIC

Breaking Barriers: Addressing the Lack of Minorities in the Profession

MODERATOR:

Yolanda Rainey, PT, DPT, MS

6:30-8pm: Thursday, Sept. 19

APTA Headquarters

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PANELISTS:

Dr. Julian Magee

Mr. Artis Newsome

Dr. Charlene Portee 

CONFERENCE CEU CREDITS

CEUs

Complete your online session evaluations and CEUs upon completion. The deadline to enter sessions for continuing education credit and to retrieve your certificate is January 31, 2025. 
 

States with Approval

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  • AL, WI, NH, NE, KS, IA, CT

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States with RECIPROCITY

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  • AK, DE, GA, IL, IA, MS, MN, NC, RI, SC, TN, OR

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States with NO CEUS REQUIRED

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  • MI, ME

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All other states need

CEU approval​

CONFERENCE
REGISTRATION

Click below to register for the American Academy of Physical Therapy Annual Conference in Atlanta, GA

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CONFERENCE EXHIBITOR

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1 Day Exhibit

$200

Exhibit your business to leading PTs and PTAs in the health industry.

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2 Day Exhibit

$500

Exhibit your business to leading PTs and PTAs in the health industry.

Exhibit

The American Academy of Physical Therapy Conference is the ideal for promoting your physical therapy products, services, and courses, conduct hands-on demonstrations, and make immediate sales. In fact, the majority of attendees have purchasing power or have significant influence in the physical therapy industry!

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