March is Women's History Month. It's a great time to reflect on the major society-altering contributions made by women around the world, but it's also a time to think about how women shape our personal histories — how they can inspire us on an individual level and change lives in the process.

We asked seven APTA members about the women who inspired them in their chosen profession, and how they in turn hope to impact the future of physical therapy. Here's what they had to say.