Anyone who is a VPTA member is eligible for VPTA PSIG membership.  While VPTA PSIG strongly encourages members to join the APPT, this is not a requirement of VPTA PSIG membership.  If interested in joining VPTA PSIG, email: VPTA.PSIG@gmail.com.  Subject line: Membership

Interested in leadership, but not sure exactly where to start or what is really involved?  Apply to shadow a PSIG Board member!  Terms are for 1 year.  What it entails: Quarterly Online meetings, In person meetings 1-2 times a year (VPTA Leadership Retreat - Spring; VPTA Annual Conference - Fall).  Shadows have opportunity to see how PSIG Board members collaborate with VPTA and PSIG board members, plan and organize events.  If interested, apply today!  Email: VPTA.PSIG@gmail.com. Subject line: PSIG Leadership Shadow

Elections to be held:  Officers must be a member of the APTA in good standing for at least 2 years.

Kati Labouda was awarded the Carol Lichtenberg Scholarship of $1500 to put towards PCS fees. 

Thinking about taking your PCS? Apply for the Carol Lichtenberg Scholarship Fund! Deadline is usually in July.  The $1500 scholarship that can be used for registration fees, preparation courses, etc. http://pediatricapta.org/about-pediatric-physical-therapy/awards/

Deb Rose, PT, DPT

Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy

Dr. Rose received her B.S. in physical therapy at SUNY Upstate Medical University, and her post professional Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree in 2008 from Drexel University. After practicing in a variety of adult acute care, rehab, and home health settings, she moved to pediatric practice in the school setting at Fairfax County Public Schools. Her desire to translate and apply research and practice for children, families and school teams was a driving force in obtaining her PPDPT at Drexel.

APPTAC features more than 50 educational sessions in a multi-track format to address a comprehensive range of pediatric issues. In addition, it features a full exhibit hall, poster presentations, a practice fair, fitness activities, a number of engagement activities for students and new professionals, and several fun social events.

October 11, 2017 8-9 pm
Concussions: from toddler falls to HS athletes by Brianne Clarke, DPT

Everyone – Do not miss this opportunity! Your opinion matters and can have a significant impact on the 2018 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and other important issues. Take the time to make a difference.

Get all the details including times and speakers by clicking HERE.

To Register Click HERE.

To Book your Hotel Click HERE. 

This year, the Tidewater District is proud to offer a scholarship/stipend to the VPTA Annual Conference in memory of Andy Altman. APTA members living in the Tidewater district can find more details and Apply Here.

SAVE THE DATE for the Tidewater District's fall service opportunity! We will be helping out at EQUI-KIDS Therapeutic Riding Program in Virginia Beach for the Global PT Day of Service on October 14.

Check our Facebook page (VPTA Tidewater District) and monitor your e-mail for updates on programming, scholarship recipients, and the EQUI-KIDS service event.

Please note that we have shifted to meeting on Tuesday evenings this year!
DPT and PTA students are invited to attend all meetings unless otherwise noted.

We invite you to join us from 9 a.m. to Noon on Saturday, October 14, at EQUI-KIDS in Virginia Beach as we repair and update the facility's sensory trail. Founded in 1989, EQUI-KIDS Therapeutic Riding Program has grown to become one of the largest accredited equine riding programs in the country benefiting the special needs community.

Your leadership team is working to confirm speakers, sponsors, and service opportunities for the 2017-2018 programming.

If you have any suggestions for future programming, continuing education, or speakers, please reach out to a member of the leadership team.

October 7 - 8, 2017
Newport News Marriott at City Center
740 Town Center Drive
Newport News, VA 23606
For more information click here.

PT day of Service

October 14, 2017

 

APTA National Student Conclave

Portland, OR

October 19-21, 2017

All proceeds to to support the VPTA-PAC!

Saturday, October 7, 2017
7:00 - 8:00 pm

Each year, the VPTA honors outstanding member achievements in the areas of education, practice and service, publications, research, and academic excellence. Awards in the program include the Catherine Worthingham Fellows, the Mary McMillan and John H.P. Maley Lectureships and two NEW awards: the APTA Humanitarian Award and the APTA Societal Impact Award. These new awards will recognize physical therapy leaders who demonstrate and bring awareness to the profession through volunteerism and philanthropic initiatives. Award recipients are recognized in June during a ceremony and reception at the NEXT Conference and Exposition, and this recognition includes highlighting the recipients’ component affiliations.

Who will lead the VPTA as the profession pursues its transformational vision? The deadline to recommend potential candidates for national office positions is November 1. The Nominating Committee (NC) needs your help to ensure that there is a strong and diverse 2018 slate of candidates. Your participation to recommend individuals you believe would be excellent Board of Directors (Board) or NC members is critical. The NC is seeking recommendations for the following positions: President, Vice President, Director (3), and Nominating Committee (1). Use the online Recommendation Form to submit the names of members who you believe are ready and willing to be considered for the upcoming election cycle. After making a recommendation, please reach out to the people you think would be outstanding additions to the Board and NC, let them know you have recommended them and why you think they would be excellent Board or NC members.