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Amputation Care SIG Business Meeting: February 26, 2021 – 1pm ET
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The goal of this is Special Interest Group is to acquire and share information and resources and promote collaboration among those PT/PTA Clinicians, Educators, Researchers, and Graduate Students who care for those with limb loss. You can get involved by attending (yearly, quarterly, etc.) meetings, continuing educational courses, and sharing your experiences and expertise. Your feedback, involvement and participation are welcomed.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Amputation Care Special Interest Group is to provide members of the Federal Physical Therapy and other Sections the opportunity to network and improve the quality of care provided to patients living with amputation(s).
VISION STATEMENT
It is the overall goal of the Amputation Care Special Interest Group to have a positive impact on the care and treatment of patients with amputation. There are 500 amputations per day in the United States. The number will continue to grow as the US population ages. Rehabilitation with these patients occurs in many settings and we, as specialists, have the responsibility to establish a solid foundation for their recovery and return to individually optimized function. As professionals our skills must keep pace with the evolution of surgical techniques and prosthetic technology.
The purpose of the Student Amputation Focus Group is to provide educational, clinical and service opportunities to student members interested in amputation care. The group consists of students with an interest in pursuing a career working with the limb loss community. Our goal is to provide students with a passion for the limb loss community the proper resources to be successful in their professional careers.
Our vision is to work toward advancing Physical Therapists as front line providers in the primary care setting. This group will serve as leaders in advocating for Physical Therapists by providing an avenue for information exchange, networking and professional development from a primary care PT perspective.
The Primary Care SIG serves it members by:
Upcoming Events
Primary Care SIG Meeting: February 16, 2021 – 8-9pm ET: FD-10208 Primary Care SIG Business Meeting
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Our profession has made substantial progress in regards to furthering direct access legislation. Every state and the District of Columbia now has some form of direct access provision. Unfortunately, some state provisions are still quite restrictive and significant barriers persist at the local and institutional level in regards to implementation.
We're here to help.
Whether you're just starting out on your journey to learning more about Direct Access or you are a seasoned veteran looking to help advance the cause in your circle of influence, we're here for you.
We'll guide you through navigating the complex world of state and institutional regulations and if you'd like, we'll work with you to create a customized plan to bring about lasting change.
It takes one person to be the catalyst for change. Will you be the one?
APTA Imaging Special Interest Group
APTA: Direct Access in Practice
APTA: Direct Access at the State Level
FSBPT Jurisdiction Licensure Reference Guide Topic: Direct Access
FSBPT Jurisdiction Licensure Reference Guide Topic: Direct Access Language
Provide member of the Federal Section a robust and collaborative support network for Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants with an interest in pelvic health rehabilitation within the United States federal government and associated settings.
Provide members of the Federal Section a robust and collaborative support network for Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants with an interest in pelvic health rehabilitation within the United States federal government and associated settings.
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