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APTA NEW YORK NEWSLETTER
June/July2024
A LETTER FROM OUR PRESIDENT
The past year has been a period of significant growth and foundational work for APTA New York, setting the stage for our organization's future This year at the Delegate Assembly, we honored our past Executive Director, Kelly Garceau, and our current one, Eileen Renaud This role has been the heartbeat of our association, and together with Juliet Barney and Erin Stack, they have provided strong and consistent support for our board and membership. They have diligently worked over the last year to perfect the transition to a remote workforce, maintain consistent service to our members, and collaborate with various volunteer teams to launch our new website, which went live on June 6th
APTA New York has focused on cultivating relationships with new strategic partners, including the Special Olympics of New York and Buffalo Adaptive Sports. We have met with both organizations to explore how we can uphold our code of conduct through volunteerism by providing our professional skills at the district and state levels Our goal is to better serve the participants of these organizations and enhance their access to physical therapy. We continue to seek similar partnerships as part of our Access to Health campaign this year.
Additionally, we have collaborated with a familiar partner, AOTA, in our efforts to enable PTAs and OTAs to serve Workers' Compensation patients, thereby improving access to appropriate care for this population.
"We engaged with lawmakers to emphasize the importance of our services within the healthcare arena..."
During the last legislative session, we engaged with lawmakers to emphasize the importance of our services within the healthcare arena, highlighting our ability to deliver excellent outcomes and substantial cost savings to the current healthcare system.
In addition to advocating for the PTA/OTA Workers' Compensation bill, we have pushed for a fairer co-pay system through our co-pay bill, sought changes in supervision requirements for PTAs to align with OTAs, and continued to address the arbitrary limitations of our current direct access system.
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APTA NEW YORK NEWSLETTER
June/July2024
ALETTERFROMOURPRESIDEN
APTA New York is committed to educating society on the bene
nd the available access to care through our Access to Health campaign began last year with events in Albany and Rochester, aims to continue g new event.
I hope this event will bring together APTA New York members, TAs, and our local communities to educate those in need of care on how can help, and demonstrate the effectiveness of our care
GET INVOLVED
10am - 2pm
Participate in the Access to Health event, where licensed physical therapists will offer free health assessments and valuable information to attendees. Let's show how physical therapy can enhance health, improve movement, manage chronic conditions, and reduce the need for surgery and prescription drugs.
June/July2024
HOW YOU CAN VOLUNTEER WITH
APTA NEW YORK
Collecting, evaluating and selecting of abstracts for platform or poster presentations at the APTA New York Conference, Selection of the Robert S. Salant Research Awards for the best research and special interest presentations, Evaluation of applications/proposals for the Arthur J. Nelson Research Designated Fund and recommend to the Board of Directors, a recipient of the award, Provide consultation to Chapter members in the clinical or academic communities who request assistance or advisement with research activities, Facilitate clinical research in Physical Therapy throughout the state.
Creating a mechanism for recognizing individuals who have served the chapter and profession of physical therapy.
Promoting Chapter membership recruitment and retention activities and coordinate District membership activities.
Developing a communication network among all districts and the Board of Directors, establish guidelines to provide continuing education for PTA’s (local districts and Chapter conference), track PTA membership trends in the state, and establish guidelines for educating PTs on the role of the PTA.
Interested in making a difference? Join one of APTA New York's crucial committees! Send your statement of interest to our Executive Director, Eileen Renaud, at erenaud@aptanyorg
June/July2024
2024 ELECTED OFFICIALS
At the 2024 Delegate Assembly (DA) and Board of Directors meeting, we elected our new officials and inducted them into their new roles. Please join us in congratulating our new (and reelected) leaders!
MICHAEL TISBE:
MICHAEL MASARACCHIO: AUDREY PASLOW: GENEVIEVE SMITH: President Vice President Speaker of Delegate Assembly Nominating Committee
June/July2024
2024 APTA NEW YORK AWARD WINNERS
SHARON MARION, PT, DPT
Congratulations to for being awarded the Dr Marilyn Moffat Distinguished Service Award! This award recognizes an APTA New York member who has made an outstanding contribution to physical therapy
Sharon has demonstrated consistent service to the development of the physical therapy profession, beyond that which is inherent in being a member of the profession. Thank you for your dedication!
Congratulations to for being awarded the APTA New York Lifetime Service Award! Debra has demonstrated a commitment to the profession by serving APTA New York throughout her career
We are so grateful for her work for our organization, member support, and leadership in the field
KarenLitzy,PT,DPT
Congratulations to for being awarded the Tracy Sawyer Public Relations Award! This award recognizes an APTA New York member who has fostered public awareness of the profession of physical therapy through utilization of the media, community activities, special events or promotion of PT Month, etc
Thank you for your dedication!
June/July2024
2024 APTA NEW YORK AWARD WINNERS
MERIT AWARD
ROSA TORRES-PANCHAME, PT, DPT
Congratulations to for being awarded the Merit Award! This award recognizes an APTA New York member who has committed their time and resources to improve the chapter and the profession!
Rosa is always excited to step up, get involved, and make a difference! Thank you for your dedication!
NEW YORK CHAPTER APPRECIATION AWARD
TheresaMarko,PT,DPT,MS
Congratulations to for being awarded the APTA New York Chapter Appreciation Award! Theresa has fostered the ideas and/or ethics of physical therapy through service to the New York Chapter or the profession
We are so grateful for her work and dedication to APTA New York!
LEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT AWARD
MatthewHyland,PT,PhD
Congratulations to for being awarded the Leadership Development Award! This award recognizes an APTA New York member who exemplifies the spirit of leadership development within the profession
Matthew is a leader for students and young professionals in the profession, and dedicates his time to fostering our upcoming leaders! We appreciate his dedication to the future of APTA New York.
June/July2024
2024 APTA NEW YORK AWARD WINNERS
PTAEXCELLENCE AWARD
RYAN LINHART, PTA
Congratulations to for being awarded the PTA Excellence Award! This award recognizes an APTA New York member who is a role model in the PTA world
Ryan is an inspiration to PTAs across the state and takes every opportunity to make a difference for his peers
PT OF THE YEAR AWARD
LaurenTourtellott,PT,DPT
Congratulations to for being awarded the PT of the Year Award!
Your dedication to excellence in physical therapy, compassionate patient care, and commitment to advancing the profession have truly set you apart This honor is a testament to your hard work and the positive impact you've made in the lives of your patients and colleagues Well deserved!
Congratulations to for being honored with the
Jennifer Strizak, PT, DPT (Central District),
Theresa Marko, PT, DPT, MS (Greater NY District), and Matthew Smith, PT, DPT (Western District)
Outstanding Service to the District Award! Your exceptional dedication and contributions to your respective districts have greatly advanced the field of physical therapy
Your commitment to service, leadership, and patient care sets a remarkable example for all Thank you for your outstanding efforts and well-deserved recognition!
June/July2024
2024 APTA NEW YORK AWARD WINNERS
DEISTUDENTAWARD
TREASURE BLACKMAN
Congratulations to from Ithaca College for receiving the DEI Student Award! Your dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion within the field of physical therapy is truly inspiring This award recognizes your outstanding commitment to fostering an inclusive environment and promoting positive change
Your efforts are making a significant impact, and this recognition is well-deserved Keep up the excellent work!
Congratulations to from NYU Steinhardt for being awarded the Student Future Leader in DEI Award! Your commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the physical therapy community is truly commendable This award highlights your leadership and dedication to creating a more inclusive and equitable future for all
Your hard work and passion are making a significant impact, and this recognition is well-deserved Keep leading the way!
STUDENTPARTICIPATION AWARD
STUDENT FUTURE LEADER IN DEI AWARD
Congratulations to the recipients of the Student Participation Award! Your active engagement and dedication to the field of physical therapy are truly commendable Well done!
Daemen University: Joella McLaurin Ithaca College: Karli Fosco
Long Island University: Bernardo Mulingtapang
Nazareth University: Rachel Coombs
New York Institute of Technology: Vincent Masciello
Members met with state leaders for another successful Lobby Day!
June/July2024
REMEMBERING DR. MICHAEL MATTIA
Dr Michael Mattia passed away suddenly on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. He was a beacon of light and inspiration for APTA New York for 40 years and will be deeply missed throughout our community.
Dr. Mattia served our profession tirelessly as a former leadership liaison, Advisory Panel on Legislation Chair, Delegate, Director, Payment Committee Chair, Political Action Committee Chair, and ultimately, former President. In all of the many roles Mike filled, he was a staunch and relentless advocate for our great profession, working endlessly in the pursuit of bettering our profession, fighting for direct access, expansion of our practice act, and championing better payment for Physical Therapists for "the yeoman's work they do". Advocating for the profession was a labor of love for Dr Mattia.
To many, Mike was known as a successful business owner, an exceptional educator, and administrator, but most importantly to him he was a Physical Therapist. Mike touched the lives of countless patients, students, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals, all while being a loving father, grandfather, and wonderful husband.
To many of us who met him through APTA, he was a leader, a mentor and a trusted friend
Our prayers and thoughts are with the entire Mattia family during this difficult time. We express our sincerest condolences and wish them all the best in the difficult weeks and months ahead
Dr. Mattia, will always be remembered, and will always be a part of APTA New York.
June/July2024
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