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Financial Wellness

Catherine Ortega, EdD, PT, ATC, OCS Posted 09/04/2024
It seems that you can open any media feed, listen or watch any news report,...
Networking: What is it? Why do it?

Catherine Ortega, EdD, PT, ATC, OCS Posted 04/03/2024
Establishing a professional network is a huge asset that will benefit you throughout your professional...
Effective Preparation for National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE)

Scott Burns, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT Posted 03/08/2024
Effectively preparing for the NPTE is essential to ensure success on exam day.
Mind-Body Connection in Physical Therapy: Integrating Mental Health Practices

Catherine Ortega, EdD, PT, ATC, OCS Posted 02/02/2024
We can all strive for balance with our physical, emotional, and mental health for good...
Setting Yourself Up for Success in PT School

Sonya L. Irons, PT, DPT, CCS Posted 01/19/2024
Work life balance. Three little words that enter the conversation in physical therapy (PT) school.
Mastering Time: Effective Time Management in Physical Therapy School

Scott Burns, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT Posted 12/19/2023
Balancing academic commitments with clinical experiences while maintaining a semblance of personal life can be...
Navigating Clinical Education Experiences

Sonya L. Irons, PT, DPT, CCS Posted 11/27/2023
The goal for the student is to gain direct clinical experience during these CEEs to...
Preparing for the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE)

Sonya L. Irons, PT, DPT, CCS Posted 11/10/2023
When you first start to prepare for a comprehensive exam of this magnitude, it is...
Day in the Life (Part II): Physical Therapist with Board Certification in Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Physical Therapy

Sonya L. Irons, PT, DPT, CCS Posted 11/02/2023
Dive into typical evaluation and intervention strategies for the cardiovascular and pulmonary physical therapy population.
A Day in the Life (Part I): Physical Therapist with Board Certification in Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Physical Therapy

Sonya L. Irons, PT, DPT, CCS Posted 10/26/2023
Based on my experience in both acute care and IRF settings, I strive to provide...
Choosing to Specialize in Physical Therapy

Sonya L. Irons, PT, DPT, CCS Posted 10/12/2023
You might be asking yourself, “Is it worth it to pursue a specialty certification?” To...
Performance Indicators for Exam Readiness

Scott Giles PT, DPT, MBA Posted 09/15/2023
Explore various performance indicators that can assist you in making a well-informed decision about when...