APTA Iowa

07/24/2025

More photos of our APTA Iowa members at Day on the Hill!

They joined more than 500 APTA members in Washington D.C. to advocate for access to care and better pay for physical therapy services.

Our Iowa crew met with Senator Grassley, Representative Miller-Meeks, Representative Feenstra, and staffers from Iowa's other Congressional members.

Thank you for advocating!

07/18/2025

Welcome, new members! 🎉

Alden Aaberg, SPT
Colin M Andre, PT
Steven Berends
Sophia R Caronis
Kaitlyn Claypool
Brayden V Cleeton, DPT
Erin Crawford
Jocelyn Enfield, DPT
Jill Engstrom
Abigail Ervin
Brooke N Freeman, DPT
Alexander Gruchot
Lily Heger, DPT
Tanner Henningsen, SPT
Natalie Hughes, 0, SPT
Benjamin Kasemeier, SPT
Jordyn Knapp, DPT
Alexis Lander, PT
Aric Laubenthal
Holden Luetkens, SPT
mercy mummert
Devin M Nichols, DPT
Dillon Olson, SPT
Armin Oric, SPT
Alexa Rynders, SPT
Jesus A Salcedo, DPT
Amber Schulz, DPT
Ashley Nicole Sconzo, PT
Madison Sledd, SPT
Ariahna M Steenberg, SPT
Caroline E Strauss, SPT
Brooke M Trees, SPT
Nicholas H Wagner
California Lynn Wright, PT, DPT

07/16/2025

On July 15, six APTA Iowa members attended APTA Day on the Hill. They met with Iowa Congressional senators and representatives to advocate for physical therapy services and reimbursement. Thank you for your advocacy!



Pictured left to right: Colleen Louw, Mike Horsfield, Pat Cross, Kerri Hurning, Sue Bravard, and Alissa Thompson

07/08/2025

Volunteer with us at the Iowa State Fair! 🎡

We're partnering with Farm Bureau to offer free blood pressure assessments and balance tests to fairgoers.

DATE: Friday, August 8

TIME: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM and 12:00 - 3:30 PM

LOCATION: Farm Bureau Park on the Iowa State Fairgrounds

SIGN UP: https://vist.ly/3n8v9pd

07/08/2025

We're heading to the Iowa State Fair in one month!

There's still time to sign up as a volunteer: https://vist.ly/3n8ugbk

DATE: Friday, August 8

TIME: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM and 12:00 - 3:30 PM

LOCATION: Farm Bureau Park on the Iowa State Fairgrounds

06/25/2025

Fair Sweet Fair 🍭

Volunteer with us to offer free blood pressure assessments and balance tests to Iowa State Fair attendees!

DATE: Friday, August 8

TIME: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM and 12:00 - 3:30 PM

LOCATION: Farm Bureau Park on the Iowa State Fairgrounds

SIGN UP: https://vist.ly/3n7syte

06/16/2025

TONIGHT: APTA Iowa House of Delegates Town Hall

This is an opportunity to make your voice heard and stay informed about important developments at the national level.

Date: June 16, 2025

Time: 7:30 PM

- Share your thoughts, ideas, and concerns with your Iowa Delegates

- Gain insight into key motions and initiatives shaping the future of our profession

- Ask questions and engage in meaningful dialogue with your peers and delegates

Your input helps guide Iowa’s voice at the APTA national level. Whether you're new to the House of Delegates process or a seasoned member, your participation matters.

https://vist.ly/3n62g3j

06/11/2025

Welcome, new members! 🎉

Abby Hutchins, SPT
Antoine Daniel Cuhat
Barry H McFarland
Bricen White, SPT
Brody Stark, SPT
Caitlyn O Miller, DPT
Emily Gisel, SPT
Emma Kelsey
Ethan J Schellhorn, SPT
Garrigan Morgan, SPT
Glee Lynn Einck, PT
Hayley Breen, SPT
Jenna Buffington
Jill K. McDonnell, PT
Kiersten G Baker, DPT
Logan Smith
Madelyn Gregory, DPT
Natalie DeGabriele
Noah Lawrence
Taylor L. Frost, PT, DPT
Taylor Williams, DPT

06/09/2025

APTA Iowa House of Delegates Town Hall

Join us for the upcoming APTA Iowa House of Delegates Town Hall! This is a vital opportunity to make your voice heard and stay informed about important developments at the national level.

Date: June 16, 2025

Time: 7:30 PM

- Share your thoughts, ideas, and concerns with your Iowa Delegates

- Gain insight into key motions and initiatives shaping the future of our profession

- Ask questions and engage in meaningful dialogue with your peers and delegates

Your input helps guide Iowa’s voice at the APTA national level. Whether you're new to the House of Delegates process or a seasoned member, your participation matters.

https://vist.ly/3n6gkip

06/05/2025

Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, and students of each are invited to assist in providing the Sustained Athlete Fitness Exam (SAFE) to National Senior Games Athletes in Des Moines, IA!

This service-learning activity will take place form July 23- August 2nd and provides opportunities for volunteers at every educational level and specialty focus. Training is provided along with opportunities for CEUs.

This is your opportunity to learn about older athletes, promote the profession of physical therapy, and engage in primary prevention with an inspiring and challenging population!

- Sign up: https://vist.ly/3n65p4k

- Hear from past volunteers: https://vist.ly/3n65p4m

- The SAFE was also published recently in the Journal of Aging and Physical Activity: https://vist.ly/3n65p4i

APTA Geriatrics

06/03/2025

Volunteer with us at the Iowa State Fair! 🎡

We're partnering with Farm Bureau to offer free blood pressure assessments and balance tests to fairgoers.

DATE: Friday, August 8

TIME: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM and 12:00 - 3:30 PM

LOCATION: Farm Bureau Park on the Iowa State Fairgrounds

SIGN UP: https://vist.ly/3n5yyjg

05/30/2025