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The first years of a physical therapy career inspire fresh excitement and new challenges.
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Dec 19, 2019
Members have unlimited access to resources previously housed at PTNow: Article Search, CPGs, tests and measures, and more!
Jun 6, 2020
From long-term planning to student loan refinancing, we have resources to assist your financial management.
Jun 3, 2020
Our payment plans make it easier to become and stay an APTA member.
Additional For Early-Career PTs and PTAs Content
Aug 5, 2020 / Article
On today's episode, we talk with T.J. Cantwell from the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy on all things PT Compact. T.J. answers some of the common questions about PT Compact, like how to know if your state is part of the program, what are the requirements for eligibility, what happens if you move, and much more.
Jul 1, 2020 / Article
Jun 23, 2020 / Open Access
Each month we will highlight one of the 18 APTA sections, giving information on the specialty, involvement opportunities, and even sharing an experience from a current member.
Jun 18, 2020 / Article
Guests discuss their experiences as racial and ethnic minorities in the profession.
Jun 5, 2020 / Perspective
Anything that you can do, big or small, to help those in need can make a positive impact.
Jun 8, 2020 / Report
The report includes recommendations, as well as a summary of actions APTA has been taking to address the problem.
Jun 5, 2020 / Perspective
I want to share how I decided residency training was for me.
Apr 1, 2020 / Feature
Many PTs face financial challenges early in their careers. What strategies can new (and not so new) PTs use to address their financial issues?
Jun 10, 2020 / Perspective
Climbing taught me how to be resilient and strong, and the lessons I learned in climbing remind me, that yes, we will get through this — together.
Mar 3, 2020 / Perspective
Samantha "Sam" Puller, PT, DPT, has a hopeful message for the Class of 2020.
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