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The Public Service Award recognizes public servants who have enhanced the profession of physical therapy.

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Eligibility Requirements

Nominees may be from the following groups:

  • Members of Congress or their congressional staff
  • Members of a state legislature or executive branch
  • Federal agency officials
  • Health or legislative association staff external to APTA
  • Celebrities or other public figures who have contributed to the profession of physical therapy in an area of clinical practice

Submission Requirements

Nominations must be submitted by one of the following:

  • Component president
  • Component executive
  • Members of APTA’s Public Policy and Advocacy Committee

Nomination statements must be submitted to begin the process.

The following must be submitted by the nominee:

  • Current curriculum vitae or resume of the nominee
  • Completed online application
  • Other supporting documentation, such as support statements, detailing why the nominee should receive the award

Submit a Nomination

The nominations call for the Honors & Awards Program is open from Sept. 1 to Dec. 1. Nominations must be submitted through by Dec. 1; late submissions will not be considered. Selected recipients and their nominators will be notified in May.

What Recipients Receive

An award will be presented to the recipient by APTA's Board of Directors at an APTA national event, and an official announcement will appear in an association publication.

Submit a Nomination

The nominations call for the Honors & Awards program is open from Sept. 1 to Dec. 1. Nominations must be submitted through our online platform by Dec. 1; late submissions will not be considered. Selected recipients and their nominators will be notified in May.

Additional Resources

For questions regarding the nomination process or the award, contact APTA Honors & Awards.

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