American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists

04/29/2026

John Seivert, PT, a clinician with more than 40 years of experience blending skilled orthopedic manual therapy with the art of Motivational Interviewing.

Fresh off his conference breakout sessions — Touch, Talk, and Transform — John breaks down what holistic OMPT looks like today, why communication is the foundation of effective care, and how accurate empathy changes outcomes.

04/28/2026

Calling AAOMPT researchers! Applications are now open for the NEW $40,000 Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy Research Grant from the Foundation for Physical Therapy Research.

This grant supports clinically impactful and methodologically rigorous OMPT research. Apply now.

Application deadline: July 31 at 4:59 p.m. EDT
Guidelines & instructions: https://foundation4pt.org/foundation-funding-opportunities/grants/

04/25/2026

Hands on Hands off Podcast Interview with Dr. Liam Globensky.

We dive into:

What life after fellowship should look like
How new fellows can become leaders, mentors, and advocates
Why post-professional opportunities are essential for the growth of PT
The role of clinicians in “raising the tide” for the entire profession
A preview of Liam’s AAOMPT platform presentations
How orthopedic clinicians can screen for pelvic floor dysfunction
Whether you're a student, a fellow, or a seasoned clinician, this episode offers an inspiring look at how PTs can serve, teach, and elevate the profession long after formal training ends.

04/23/2026

New on the Hands on Hands off Podcast with Liam Globensky, Center Manager at Brooks Rehabilitation and a brand-new fellow from the Brooks Institute of Higher Learning. Liam shares his passion for post-professional development, advocacy, and the responsibility fellows have to give back to the profession.

04/22/2026

This IFOMPT webinar by Dr Leanne Bisset will be all about getting a grip on lateral elbow pain.
Dr Bisset will be taking a deep dive into elbow pain from a perspective of pain mechanisms bringing together research and clinical practice elements.
She will look at:
• Lateral elbow pain - differential diagnosis
• Nociceptive, neuropathic, nociplastic pain
• Case-based clinical reasoning
https://ifompt.thinkific.com/courses/LeanneBisset

04/21/2026

🌟 AAOMPT Member Spotlight: Kenneth Kirby, PT, DPT, DSc, FAAOMPT 🌟
Member since 2017

“I was surrounded by mentors and faculty who embodied the level of clinical reasoning, manual therapy skill, and curiosity I wanted for myself. A major influence was my Fellowship program director, Ron Schenk, whose ability to break down complex cases and connect clinical reasoning seamlessly left a lasting impression on me. That’s when it really settled in—AAOMPT wasn’t just about earning a credential. It was about becoming part of a community that pushes you, supports you, and helps you grow.”

Today, what keeps Kenneth engaged year after year is that same sense of community and connection.

“There’s something energizing about being surrounded by clinicians who challenge you, inspire you, and genuinely care about advancing our profession.”

Based in Columbus, Ohio, Kenneth practices sports medicine and orthopaedic physical therapy in the ambulatory rehab department at The Ohio State University, where he also serves as orthopaedic residency and OMPT faculty.

🔗 Connect with Kenneth: www.linkedin.com/in/kennethkirby

04/20/2026

Call for research abstracts for the 2026 AAOMPT Annual conference! The deadline for mentored abstracts is May 1st! This is an amazing opportunity to share your work and participate in the profession at a deeper level.

Deadline for mentored abstract submission: May 1, 2026 (PST: 11:59 pm) Deadline for ALL abstract submissions: June 1, 2026 (PST: 11:59 pm)

04/18/2026

Dr. Clare Ardern, Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia and leader of the DigiMSK research team, joins us to break down digital health innovations, access bottlenecks, advanced practice roles, and the tools clinicians need to navigate a rapidly changing MSK landscape.

04/16/2026

JOSPT Editor in Chief Dr. Clare Ardern on the Hands on Hands off Podcast! Talking all things future of MSK research, access to care and DigiMSK.

04/14/2026

🌟 AAOMPT Member Spotlight: Mitchell William, PT, DPT, FAAOMPT 🌟

For Mitchell William, joining AAOMPT wasn’t just about becoming better at manual therapy—it was about becoming part of the community shaping what excellence looks like in orthopaedic physical therapy.

“During residency and fellowship training, I realized I didn’t just want to be good at manual therapy—I wanted to be part of the community defining excellence. AAOMPT represented the highest standard of clinical reasoning, mentorship, and lifelong growth.”

Membership felt like a natural next step in committing fully to that professional path.

What keeps Mitchell engaged year after year?

“The people. The clinicians who genuinely care about mastery, mentorship, and advancing the profession. AAOMPT keeps me connected to evidence-based practice and high-level discussions that sharpen how I treat and teach.”

He reflects on a quote that has shaped his mindset:

“If you’re the smartest person in the room, you’re in the wrong room.”
“I’ve never felt like I was the smartest person in any room—but I’ve been humbled to be in rooms filled with incredibly gifted people who continue to invest in me so that I can invest in others.”

Mitchell lives in Houston, Texas, and works for Memorial Hermann Health System. AAOMPT membership strengthens his daily clinical decision-making and reinforces high standards of care grounded in evidence and reasoning.

It also enhances his leadership role as a mentor and fellowship coordinator, providing access to resources and a professional network that directly impacts how he teaches and develops clinicians.

👏 Join us in celebrating Mitchell’s commitment to mastery, mentorship, and advancing orthopaedic manual physical therapy in Houston and beyond.

📍 Memorial Hermann Health System | Houston, TX

04/11/2026

Full epsiode on addressing Social Determinants of Health on the hands on hands off podcast with Fellow in training Rachel Beilfuss.
In this episode, we dig into:

🔹 Why SDoH screening belongs in musculoskeletal care
🔹 How Rachel is building clinic workflows + resource guides
🔹 Her experience as a Fellow-in-Training at Northwestern/Marquette
🔹 The importance of advocating for patients’ basic needs
🔹 What early-career leadership looks like in AAOMPT
🔹 How lifestyle, access, and equity affect rehab outcomes
🔹 Why clinicians need support beyond biomechanics to serve patients fully

04/09/2026

What does it look like when an early-career clinician steps up to solve real barriers patients face — not just their pain?
Wisconsin-based PT and Fellow-in-Training Rachel Beilfuss joins us to talk about her mission to integrate social determinants of health (SDoH) into everyday outpatient PT practice.