APTA Washington, 208 Rogers Street NW, Olympia, WA (2026)

03/06/2026

Thurston and Lewis Counties PTs, PTAs, SPTs, and SPTAs—join us for PT Pub Night!

Come out to connect, network, and build community with colleagues and students in the area. APTA membership is not required—everyone in the PT community is welcome!

📅 March 17
⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 Pint’s Dog House — Lacey, WA

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with great company and conversation. We hope to see you there!

03/04/2026

APTA Washington Monthly Open Mentorship Office Hours

APTA Washington is pleased to continue its March Monthly Open Mentorship Office
Hours with a mentorship session focused on working with individuals experiencing persistent pain.

Presenter: Matt Currier, PT, DPT

Learning Objectives
Participants will be able to:
• Outline specialization and training options for working with a pain population
• Discuss effective communication strategies for individuals with persistent pain
• Engage in a case-based discussion highlighting best practices for managing a complex pain patient

Who Should Attend: Washington PTs, PTAs, and students

Cost: Free (no membership required)

This session is appropriate for students, early-career clinicians, and experienced practitioners seeking to enhance their approach to caring for individuals with persistent pain.

📅 Wednesday, March 11
🕖 7:00–8:00 PM (PT)

💻 Zoom
Meeting ID: 863 8346 1312
Passcode: 035296

🔗 https://lnkd.in/g7Mshnbn

03/03/2026

SAVE THE DATE

APTA Washington Fall Conference 2026
📍 Cascadia College | Bothell, Washington
📅 October 3–4, 2026

We are just 7 months away from an incredible opportunity to level up your knowledge and advance your practice.

Join colleagues from across the state for:
• High-quality continuing education
• Networking opportunities
• Exhibitors
• Awards Ceremony
• Chapter Meeting
• Centennial Celebration

Earn CE credits. Strengthen your clinical expertise and invest in your professional growth.

Mark your calendars now — you won’t want to miss it!

03/02/2026

🚨 ACTION ALERT 🚨

The House passed its budget on Saturday, and it would eliminate Adult Medicaid PT/OT/SLP benefits! The House and Senate are now negotiating the final budget, with the session ending March 12.

Take action NOW! Click the link to contact your three legislators and urge them to protect Medicaid therapy coverage.

Share the link below with your patients, colleagues, friends, and family—anyone with the link can act immediately. They can edit the message that currently says "I am a constituent, and a PT/PTA."

🔗 https://apta.quorum.us/campaign/156538/

Your action is critical to maintaining access to essential therapy services for Washington residents.

02/25/2026

Washington showed up strong at APTA CSM 2026!

University of Puget Sound School of Physical Therapy students and faculty presented their research through poster presentations and shared their expertise in educational sessions.

Research. Mentorship. Networking. Connection. Professional engagement. This is how we move the profession.

Thank you for sharing your photos and for representing Washington so well.

1. Katherine Podoll, SPT; Jacob Mizrahi, SPT; Andy Jenkins, SPT

2. Brenna Smelt, SPT and Julia Johns, SPT

3. Kristin Hultgren, SPT; Layla Santos, SPT; Abi Koehn, SPT; Danny Jose, SPT

4. Ian Antonio, SPT and Teri Lake-Coblio, SPT

5. (clockwise from top left): Katherine Podoll, SPT; Jacob Mizrahi, SPT; Andy Jenkins, SPT; Brenna Smelt, SPT; Danny McMillian, PT, DPT, DSc; Karin Steere, PT, DPT, PhD; Julia Looper, PT, DPT, PhD; Jason Steere, PT, DPT; Holly Roberts, PT, DPT, PhD; Eliza Szymanek, PT, DPT, DSc

02/25/2026

ACTION ALERT – Protect Therapy Access in Washington!

The House budget proposal would eliminate the adult Medicaid benefit for PT, OT, and Speech therapy. These services are essential for maintaining independence, preventing hospitalizations, and supporting long-term health outcomes.

Reducing therapy access could impact vulnerable seniors and people with disabilities, and may increase overall health care costs. Therapy is cost-effective care that helps prevent more expensive interventions.

📅 Key Dates:
* House Appropriations Committee: Tomorrow at 4 PM(amendments will be heard, then caucus; vote timing is uncertain)
* Full House vote: Saturday

📢 Ways to Stay Informed:
* Learn about your legislators using the Find Your Legislator app: https://app.leg.wa.gov/DistrictFinder/, and contact by emal or phone.
* Share this post to raise awareness about therapy access
* Stay engaged with updates on this issue

Every voice matters! Let’s protect access to essential therapy services for all Washington residents.ti

02/24/2026

Private Practice Special Interest Group Spring Conference March 13-14, 2026

Join APTA Washington Private Practice Special Interest Group in beautiful Lake Chelan, WA! This event is designed for private practice owners, aspiring owners, clinic manages, and administrators. Come together with a collaborative, innovative, and supportive group of peers for two days of cutting-edge education, networking, and professional growth.

Grow your network, enhance your business skills, and return to your practice energized and inspired.

Register at https://ppsig.org/events/conferences/2026-ppsig-spring-conference-at-lake-chelan/

Conference Details:
* Welcome Happy Hour: Thursday, 3/12, 5:30 - 7:00 PM
* Conference Sessions: Friday, 3/13, 7:45 AM - Saturday, 3/14, 1:00 PM
* Location: Campbell's Resort, Lake Chelan
* Room Reservations: Call 509-682-2561 and mention PPSIG Block #643073

Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow. Book your room today and we'll see you in Chelan!

02/23/2026

ACTION ALERT - Protect Therapy Access in Washington

The House budget has been released and will be heard Monday at 4PM - and it eliminates the adult Medicaid benefit for PT/OT/Speech.

To show opposition, sign in CON by 3PM Monday In the "organization" field, write: "no therapy cuts"

Take action now: https://app.leg.wa.gov/csi/Testifier/Add?chamber=House&mId=34022&aId=170752&caId=28373&tId=3

02/15/2026

More Photos from APTA CSM 2026!

We’re excited to see everyone’s photos from the APTA Combined Sections Meeting (CSM) 2026 — Feb. 12–14, 2026 in Anaheim, California!

Keep them coming!
Please continue to tag APTA Washington in your posts, or send your photos directly to info@aptawa.org.

Thank you for sharing your memories and helping highlight our vibrant community at this year’s conference!

02/15/2026

What an incredible time at American Physical Therapy Association CSM!

From powerful education sessions and thought-provoking discussions to meaningful connections with colleagues from across the country, this year’s APTA Combined Sections Meeting (CSM) truly delivered. The energy in every room — and especially throughout the exhibit hall — was a reminder of how strong, innovative, and collaborative our profession continues to be.

We’re especially proud that over 40 PTs, PTAs, and students from Washington shared their knowledge and research on the national stage — representing our state with excellence and advancing our profession through education, innovation, and leadership. We also took time to celebrate accomplishments, milestones, and the incredible impact our colleagues are making across the profession.

We learned.
We connected.
We networked.
We celebrated.
We explored the exhibit hall and discovered new ideas, tools, and partnerships to bring back to our communities.

Grateful for the conversations, the inspiration, and the shared commitment to advancing physical therapy. Until next year, CSM. Please continue to share and tag APTA Washington with your photos so we can share.

02/13/2026

CSM Presenter Spotlight: Washington Edition (4 of 4)

Closing out our CSM spotlights with another outstanding group representing Washington PT! Their work highlights the strength, innovation, and diversity of our profession.

• Dr. Jennifer (Jenny) Jordan – Board-Certified Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Specialist and Assistant Professor at Tufts University DPT – Seattle. 2020 APTA Washington Physical Therapist of the Year, focused on hospital-based PT, early mobility in critical illness, cardiopulmonary performance research, and acute care education.

• Dr. Karin Steere – UPS faculty specializing in human neurophysiology and systemic disease. Teaches cardiopulmonary PT, pharmacology, pathology, and neuroscience. Researches autonomic, endocrine, and neuroimmune changes in chronic immune conditions and maintains clinical work with performing artists.

• Dr. Eliza Szymanek – Board-certified orthopedic and sports PT and certified strength and conditioning specialist. Completed the Keller Army Community Division I Sports PT Fellowship and retired from the U.S. Army in 2025 after extensive clinical leadership, specializing in sports performance and injury management.

• Zoe Chang, SPT – Third-year student passionate about neurorehabilitation and emerging technologies that enhance independence and restore autonomy in rehabilitation.

• Robert Stratton, SPT – UW DPT student, ASL user, and advocate for equitable healthcare access. Developed a provider toolkit to improve communication and outcomes for members of the Deaf community.

• Andy Jenkins – UPS PT student preparing for a career grounded in evidence-based, patient-centered care.

• Katherine Podoll – UPS PT student committed to developing strong clinical skills and contributing to the profession’s future.

• Jacob Mizrahi – UPS PT student dedicated to advancing clinical training and representing Washington PT at CSM.

Congrats to this outstanding group of presenters! Check out their posters and presentations as we wrap up our final spotlight celebrating Washington PTs, faculty, and students.

02/12/2026

CSM Presenter Spotlight: Washington Edition (3 of 4)

We’re back with more outstanding Washington PTs, faculty, and students presenting at CSM this year!

Meet today’s featured presenters:

* Julia Looper, PT, PhD – UW Professor and Dean of Graduate Affairs. Researchesmotor development in infants with developmental delays, especially children with Down syndrome, focusing onwalking and mobility milestones. Published widely and presented nationally and internationally.

* Holly Roberts, PT, DPT, NCS – Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic PT. Researcher focused on patient-reported and performance-based outcome measures for older adults and individuals with neurologic conditions. Subject matter expert in TBI and concussion management for the U.S. Army Office of the Surgeon General and consultant in vestibular rehabilitation. Currently treats individuals with acquired brain injuries and vestibular disorders.

* Daniel McMillian, PT, DSc – Orthopedic-sports clinician and faculty member at the UPS. Former Army PT who developed human performance optimization training programs for the U.S. military. Teaches therapeutic exercise and gait, leads community health initiatives, treats Puget Sound athletes, and collaborates with students on the Movement Stories Project.

* Julia Johns, SPT– Physical therapy student at the University of Puget Sound.

* Brenna Smelt, SPT– Physical therapy student at the University of Puget Sound.

* Ian Antonio, SPT – Physical therapy student at the University of Puget Sound.

* Teri Lake-Coblio, SPT – Physical therapy student at the University of Puget Sound.

* Kristin Hultgren, SPT– Physical therapy student at the University of Puget Sound.

* Daniel Jose, SPT– Physical therapy student at the University of Puget Sound.

* Abigail Koehn, SPT– Physical therapy student at the University of Puget Sound.

* Layla Santos, SPT – Physical therapy student at the University of Puget Sound.

Congratulations to this incredible group representing Washington at CSM!

Be sure to check out their posters and presentations, and stay tuned for our final spotlight as we continue celebrating Washington PTs and students

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