Adele DiGiovanna, PT, passed away on Oct. 29, 2025, at the age of 86. She was a lifelong member of APTA, serving as a director on the APTA Board of Directors and as president of APTA Minnesota. Her commitment to bettering both APTA and the profession left an indelible mark on the physical therapy community.
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Remembering Adele DiGiovanna: A Lifetime of Service
Former member of the APTA Board of Directors spent six decades supporting both patients and the profession alike.
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