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The Physical Therapy Learning Institute developed the Lynda D. Woodruff Lecture on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Physical Therapy.

This inaugural lecture, delivered by Gregory Hicks, PT, PhD, FAPTA, debuted on July 1, 2020. Moving forward, PTLI plans to host the annual lecture on Juneteenth.

This inaugural lecture is provided in partnership with the American Physical Therapy Association, the American Academy of Physical Therapy, the National Association of Black Physical Therapists, and the University of Delaware.

Scroll down for links to other Woodruff lectures.

About the Lecture

The Lynda D. Woodruff Lecture is co-sponsored by the Physical Therapy Learning Institute, American Academy of Physical Therapy, National Association of Black Physical Therapists, American Council of Academic Physical Therapy, APTA Academy of Education, and APTA. This lecture is held annually around Juneteenth.


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