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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


Mythbusting the Maintenance of Specialty Certification (MOSC)
Mythbusting the Maintenance of Specialty Certification (MOSC)

What have you heard about the MOSC--Myth or Fact? Get all the facts here! Continue Reading

Postedby Pamela Kays
Date posted05/13/2025


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


Women's Health Specialists: We Need Your Expertise!
Women's Health Specialists: We Need Your Expertise!

Join the Specialization Academy of Content Experts (SACE) to elevate our field! SACE members play a critical role with preparing, reviewing, and revising examination items for the board-certified specialty exams. Application Submission Deadline: April 30, 2025. Continue Reading

Postedby Margaret Kathleen Bronson
Date posted03/28/2025


$75,000 Postdoctoral Fellowship | Foundation of Physical Therapy Research
$75,000 Postdoctoral Fellowship | Foundation of Physical Therapy Research

The 2025 Postdoctoral Fellowship through the Foundation for Physical Therapy Research (FPTR) is relaunching in February 2025! This $75,000 fellowship supports 12 months of dedicated research training in physical therapy. One fellowship is expected to be awarded by May 2025. Stay tuned for updates! Continue Reading

Postedby Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy
Date posted02/7/2025


A Day in the Life of a Pediatric Physical Therapist at APTA CSM 2025
A Day in the Life of a Pediatric Physical Therapist at APTA CSM 2025

Unlock the essentials of pediatric pelvic health at CSM! Whether you're a pelvic health therapist expanding into pediatrics or a pediatric therapist eager to address bowel and bladder dysfunction, this is your chance to explore expert-led sessions and "spend a day in the life" of a pediatric PH PT! Continue Reading

Postedby Sarah Cooper
Date posted02/4/2025


Join JWPHPT as an Associate Editor!
Join JWPHPT as an Associate Editor!

Join JWPHPT as an Associate Editor! Help shape the future of women’s and pelvic health physical therapy by leading reviews, fostering connections, recruiting reviewers, and encouraging submissions. Apply now: editorjwhpt@aptapelvichealth.org. Continue Reading

Postedby Cynthia Chiarello
Date posted01/13/2025


Cross-Disciplinary Activities in the Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy
Cross-Disciplinary Activities in the Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy

Explore the Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy's new Cross-Disciplinary Ambassador Scholarship, designed to promote collaboration and elevate awareness of pelvic health physical therapy across diverse healthcare disciplines. Recipient Rachel Worman, PT, DPT, PhD, shares her insights... Continue Reading

Postedby Rachel Worman
Date posted01/6/2025


2025 Harker Internship in APTA Government Affairs | Students, Apply by January 31, 2025!
2025 Harker Internship in APTA Government Affairs | Students, Apply by January 31, 2025!

The APTA Harker Internship is an annual paid internship in Government Affairs for third year DPT students. The internship duration is approximately 6-8 weeks, usually during the late spring/early summer timeframe, and provides experience in federal legislative advocacy, policy, and grassroots. Continue Reading

Postedby Kim Parker-Guerrero
Date posted11/21/2024


5th Annual Academy of Pelvic Health Women’s Health Residency Fair
5th Annual Academy of Pelvic Health Women’s Health Residency Fair

The 5th Annual Virtual Residency Fair, hosted by the Student Special Interest Group of the Academy of Pelvic Health, featured presentations from a variety of Women's Health Physical Therapy residency programs. Each program had 10 minutes to present, followed by a Q&A session with program Reps. Continue Reading

Postedby Student Special Interest Group (SSIG)
Date posted10/24/2024


2025 Initial WCS Certification Application Window Opens May 13!
2025 Initial WCS Certification Application Window Opens May 13!

This prestigious certification is designed to empower physical therapists with specialized knowledge and skills in women's health, allowing them to provide comprehensive care to women across the lifespan. Continue Reading

Postedby Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy
Date posted05/12/2024