
Judith Deutsch, PT, PhD, FAPTA, grew up in a multicultural and trilingual home. Born and raised in Mexico City to refugees from Nazi Europe, she said, "I was raised to look at the world and consider my role in it."
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In delivering the 55th Mary McMillan Lecture, Judith Deutsch, PT, PhD, FAPTA, urged the profession to meet global responsibilities.

Judith Deutsch, PT, PhD, FAPTA, grew up in a multicultural and trilingual home. Born and raised in Mexico City to refugees from Nazi Europe, she said, "I was raised to look at the world and consider my role in it."
Date: May 1, 2024
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