Lucinda Ann "Cindy" Pfalzer passed away on Dec. 6, 2025, at the age of 67. An APTA member for 35 years, Pfalzer demonstrated a lifelong passion for advocating on behalf of clinicians while advancing research and clinical innovation in physical therapy.
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Remembering Lucinda A. Pfalzer: A Leader Within the Physical Therapy Community
Long-time educator and APTA member leaves a legacy of scholarship, leadership, and unwavering dedication to advancing the profession.
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