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Five Influential Women and Their Lasting Impact on Physical Therapy

In honor of Women’s History Month, here are five influential women who went above and beyond to have a lasting impact on the profession.

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Date: Monday, March 17, 2025

Mary McMillan

A trailblazer, visionary, and the “founding mother” of APTA, McMillan left an indelible mark on the association and the profession at large. As the founder and first president of APTA, McMillan helped grow the association while at the helm from 1921-23.

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Date: March 17, 2025
Contact:  news@apta.org
Content Type:  Article

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Careers in Physical Therapy, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

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