PT Profession History
What were the forerunners of physical therapists called during World War I?
Reconstruction aides
In what city did the APTA’s founders first meet?
New York City at Keens Chophouse
What organization accredits PT programs?
CAPTE
How many years is the E&H DPT program?
2.5 years
Who is the Dean of the School of Health Sciences?
Dr. Blake Justice
Who was the first president of what later became the APTA?
Mary McMillan
Where was the first annual conference held?
Boston
What does PTCAS stand for?
Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service
How many semesters is the E&H DPT program?
8 semesters
Who is the Director of Clinical Education?
Dr. William Bodfish
What year was Mary McMillan elected?
1921
What was the association renamed to be more inclusive?
The American Physiotherapy Association
True or false: CAPTE accredits a PT program outside the U.S
True, it accredits one in Scotland
What free clinic do the E&H PT faculty and students support?
The Mel Leaman Free Clinic
Who is the Rehabilitation Services Coordinator at the Mel Leaman Free Clinic?
Dr. Ashlee Medley
What was APTA’s original name?
The American Women’s Physical Therapeutic Association
What month is National Physical Therapy Month?
October
What exam do you have to pass to get licensed?
NPTE
What trail did E&H Health Sciences donate 5,300 dollars to help restore?
The Virginia Creeper Trail
Who is the director of Anatomy Lab?
Dr. John Graham
How much were the first annual dues?
2 dollars
What is the APTA’s current campaign theme?
PT For Future Me
What organization administers the NPTE?
FSBPT
Who is the chair of the DPT program?
Dr. Eric Coley
Who is the Assistant Chair?
Dr. Rose Pignataro