This compilation of articles from journals and lectures provides a well-rounded introduction to the ethical issues and situations that the physical therapy profession faces today. Read them for your individual understanding and inspiration, assign them for classroom study or other required reading, and contact the Ethics and Judicial Committee if you have questions or comments.
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Recommended Reading for Understanding Ethics in the Profession
The top 10 articles the EJC recommends for PTs, PTAs, and students in 2023.
Date: Thursday, February 16, 2023
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