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Clarifying Our Role: Academy Statement on ABPTS Women's Health Board Certification Name Change
Clarifying Our Role: Academy Statement on ABPTS Women's Health Board Certification Name Change

The Academy shares its perspective on the ABPTS proposal to rename the Women’s Health board certification to “Pelvic and Women’s Health,” supporting inclusive care while honoring the profession’s commitment to advancing women’s health. Continue Reading

Postedby Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy
Date posted06/26/2025
Harvest New Skills This Fall & Winter: CE Courses for PTs, PTAs & SPTs!
Harvest New Skills This Fall & Winter: CE Courses for PTs, PTAs & SPTs!

With a new season comes new opportunity—it’s the perfect time to grow your skills. Enroll in our pelvic and obstetric health PT courses this fall and winter to earn CEUs, expand your expertise, and connect with peers. Learn from top instructors and take your career to the next level! Continue Reading

Date posted06/18/2025
Level Up This Summer: Pelvic Health Courses for Every Stage of Your Career
Level Up This Summer: Pelvic Health Courses for Every Stage of Your Career

Summer is a great time to invest in your professional growth. Earn CEUs and advance your expertise with our pelvic and obstetric health PT courses. Whether you’re looking to deepen your skills or stay current, our summer offerings are the perfect opportunity to do both! Continue Reading

Date posted06/17/2025
Don’t Miss the 2025 Virtual IPPS Annual Scientific Meeting on Pelvic Pain – June 13–14!
Don’t Miss the 2025 Virtual IPPS Annual Scientific Meeting on Pelvic Pain – June 13–14!

Join clinicians and researchers from across the globe at the virtual IPPS 2025 Annual Scientific Meeting June 13–14, 2025. This premier interdisciplinary event focuses on advancing the understanding and care of persistent pelvic pain through evidence-based presentations, expert panels, and more! Continue Reading

Postedby Karen Rose Brandon
Date posted05/20/2025
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Focused on Pelvic Health for National Women’s Health Week
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Focused on Pelvic Health for National Women’s Health Week

OWH highlighted National Women’s Health Week on social media and posted resources for providers and the public, including a social media toolkit. OWH also published an educational blog post about what women need to know about their pelvic floor. Continue Reading

Postedby Mary Jane (MJ) Strauhal
Date posted05/19/2025
Stand Out With APTA Specialist Certification | Application Window Open!
Stand Out With APTA Specialist Certification | Application Window Open!

Stand out in our specialty and advance your career with APTA Specialist Certification. The “early bird” deadline to apply for the 2025 exam cycle is July 1, 2025—submit by then to save $100! Final applications are due by September 30, 2025. Continue Reading

Postedby Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy
Date posted05/13/2025
New Feature on PT Locator | Add Your Specialized Services!
New Feature on PT Locator | Add Your Specialized Services!

The Academy’s PT Locator now includes filters for Specialized Services like dry needling, pessary fitting, sexuality counseling, and more. Members—update your profile today! Continue Reading

Date posted05/7/2025
JWPHPT Welcomes Trish Crane, PT, DPT, MBA, DSc as New Associate Editor
JWPHPT Welcomes Trish Crane, PT, DPT, MBA, DSc as New Associate Editor

The JWPHPT Editorial Team is thrilled to welcome Trish Crane, PT, DPT, MBA, DSc as our new Associate Editor! Learn more about Dr. Crane here. Continue Reading

Postedby Cynthia Chiarello
Date posted04/8/2025
Sponsorship Opportunity: Virtual Pop-Up | Pelvic PT & Prostate Cancer Care
Sponsorship Opportunity: Virtual Pop-Up | Pelvic PT & Prostate Cancer Care

Maximize your brand's visibility with our Virtual Pop-Up Event Sponsorship Package, featuring premium ad placements, social media exposure, logo recognition, a 3-minute showcase video, and more! Continue Reading

Postedby Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy
Date posted04/8/2025
Federal Affairs Update | April 2025
Federal Affairs Update | April 2025

Congress passed a funding bill without addressing key Medicare payment issues, leaving providers and patients at risk. Learn about ongoing legislative efforts on Medicare cuts, TRICARE non-payments, telehealth expansion, and the reintroduction of the SHARE Act. Stay informed and take action! Continue Reading

Postedby Gail Zitterkopf
Date posted04/3/2025
Celebrating Advocacy: Raquelle Hafen, PT, DPT, Awarded 2025 PT Capitol Hill Day Scholarship
Celebrating Advocacy: Raquelle Hafen, PT, DPT, Awarded 2025 PT Capitol Hill Day Scholarship

The Academy of Pelvic Health proudly announces Raquelle Geneviève Hafen, PT, DPT as the 2025 PT Capitol Hill Day Scholarship recipient! Raquelle will join Academy leaders in Washington, D.C., on July 14–15, 2025, to advocate for policies shaping the future of pelvic health physical therapy. Continue Reading

Postedby Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy
Date posted04/1/2025
Your Community, On the Go: Member Engage Mobile App
Your Community, On the Go: Member Engage Mobile App

The Academy hosts its Member Engage community on a platform called Mobilize. As an Academy member, you’ll have access to a variety of groups tailored to your interests and areas of practice. In these groups, members can post questions, start discussion topics, comment on others’ posts, RSVP to Speci Continue Reading

Date posted03/21/2025