SWD of the APTA PA

04/28/2025

Spring Payment Webinar
April 30 & May 1 from 9:00 - 12:30 PM

Location: Virtual

Hosted by the Payment Committee

About the Course

The primary focus of this seminar is to provide an update on outpatient physical therapy services provided in various settings: hospitals, private practice, CORFs, rehab agencies and skilled nursing facilities. This seminar will dive into payment implications of CMS’ Merit-Based Incentive Payment System and the Quality Payment Program as well as the future of Hybrid Therapy treatment and case management models.

Contact Hours: 6.5 General hours

Registration: Member/Office Staff of Member - $130; Non-APTA PA Member - $275; Student - $10

After registration, Zoom registration is required to receive a personalized Zoom link, one for each day.

04/28/2025

Coping With Stressful Times Through Compassionate Communication
May 13, 2025 7:00 - 9:00

Location: Hybrid - Lehigh Valley- Center for Healthcare Education, 3900 Sierra Circle, Center Valley, PA 18234

Hosted by the North East District

Nonviolent Communication (NVC), developed by Marshall Rosenberg, is a communication framework that encourages empathy and understanding in conversations, even in the face of conflict. It focuses on expressing feelings and needs without blame or criticism and encourages active listening to the feelings and needs of others. By fostering compassion and connection, NVC helps individuals navigate difficult conversations, reduce misunderstandings, and build more meaningful relationships.

Speaker: Carolyn Lamparella, Ed.S., LPC - Program Director, Preferred EAP

04/28/2025

Functional Neurological Disorders: Assessment and Principles of Treatment
May 13, 2025 at 6:30 Social, 7:00 Business meeting, 7:30 Speaker

Location: Hybrid - Chatham University Eastside Campus, Room 291 - 6585 Penn Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15206

Hosted by the South West District

The management of Functional Neurological Disorders is often misunderstood despite a relatively high incidence. This course will aim to increase knowledge of the neuroscience related to FND and challenge previous thinking associated with FND. The learner will be able to apply these neurological concepts to assess a patient better using a positive rule-in approach. Principles of treatment will be discussed utilizing the Optimal Model of motor control and applying current available evidence to this population.

Speaker: Greg Vojcsik, PT, DPT, NCS

Contact Hours: Pending

04/28/2025

Congenital Muscular Torticollis and Plagiocephaly
May 7, 2025 at 6:30 - 8:30 PM

Location: Virtual

Hosted by the South Central District and Pediatric SIG

This course is designed to advance knowledge in the examination and treatment of pediatric patients with Congenital Muscular Torticollis and Plagiocephaly. The course includes learning focused on the examination and measurement strategies. Upon completion of the course, learners will use the content presented, along with the updated CPG to be able to educate referring providers on early referral, select and use key components of a torticollis PT examination, different elements of patient presentation that indicate a need for referral, and be able to develop evidence based interventions for CMT using the 5 key treatment areas from the CPG.

Speaker: Heather Aker, PT, DPT, DHSc, Board Certified Pediatric clinical specialist.

Contact Hours: 1.25 General Hours

Registration is free for members and a $10 fee for non-members. After registering, be sure to save your confirmation email, as it contains the Zoom link needed to join the event on the day.

04/08/2025

President Nuket Curran kicking off our SWD meeting this evening!

04/08/2025

Looking to grow your physical therapy career and connect with a strong community of PT professionals? APTA Pennsylvania offers exclusive benefits, including:

✅ Earn contact hours at APTA PA-sponsored events
✅ Legislative advocacy to protect and advance the PT profession
✅ Special Interest Groups (SIGs) to connect with PTs who share your passions
✅ Reimbursement updates & expert resources
✅ Networking & mentorship opportunities
✅ Discounted pricing for conferences & events

Be part of something bigger—Join APTA PA today!
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04/08/2025

Join us TOMORROW! Great networking opportunity and speaker!

Are you located in the South West District? Join us tomorrow at 6:30 for the Meeting: Value-Based Care Models for Persons with Spine Pain. We hope to see you there!

Location: Hybrid - Pitt, Southside - 232 Bridgeside Point
Speaker: Chris Bise PT, PhD DPT, Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
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03/28/2025

APTA Pennsylvania represents 7 Districts & 7 Special Interest Groups (SIGs) across the Commonwealth, creating a strong, supportive network for PTs, PTAs, and students. 🌎📍

💡 Whether you’re passionate about Acute Care, Neurology, Private Practice, Pediatrics, or another specialty, there’s a place for YOU in our thriving PT community!

Be part of something bigger. Get involved today!
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02/24/2025

SWD Mini CSM is back!

Register at the link below to join the Southwest District of the APTA PA for the 15th Annual Mini Combined Sections Meeting! There is no registration fee for APTA PA members, however donations* to the PA PT PAC are truly appreciated. All PT and PTA Non-members are welcome to attend and eligible to receive up to 3 contact hours with $100 registration fee; Student Non-Members $50.
Saturday March 29, 2025
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
UPMC Herbermann Conference Center at UPMC Shadyside | 5150 Centre Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Registration fee:
APTA PA Members - Free / Non-members - $100 / Student Non-members - $50

02/24/2025

Calling All Acute Care Experts!

The Acute Care SIG is seeking speakers to share unique and interesting patient cases with fellow acute care providers.

Presentation Length: 15–20 minutes + brief Q&A
Deadline to Apply: February 10, 2025

Ready to share your knowledge? Complete this form ➡️ https://buff.ly/3Wx6BoU

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to inspire and connect with the acute care community!