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Feature Articles:
Meet the OPTA Elections
Candidates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Call for Scientific Symposium
Presenters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Annual Conference
at A Glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
In This Issue:
Presidents Message . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
A Note from the Executive Director . . 5
OPTA Membership Anniversary
Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Join OPTA for Advocacy Day . . . . . . 15
2016 OPT-PAC Contributors . . . . . . 26
District Reports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Committee and SIG Reports . . . . . . 30
OPTA Leadership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
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Message
Tonya Apke, PT, DPT, OCS
President Elect
Kim Doolittle-Koran, PT, DPT, OCS Anthony DiFilippo, PT, DPT, MEd, OCS, CSCS
Treasurer
Staying Relevant
One of the questions that association processes. Along with saving a forest or two, improvements
executives and boards continually in this system will allow us to devote more time on developing
ponder is how keep the organization new and innovative menu options for OPTA members, keeping
relevant in such a competitive our dues competitive and our services top notch.
environment. Of course, advocating Revamped Advocacy Page: While were good at telling
on your behalf to advance the physical our members what were doing on the legislative front, we also
therapy profession is absolutely critical need to explain WHY were doing itand how our members
in this political climate, but we also have to be innovative and can be effective change agents for the profession. OPTA is
creative in bringing products and services to our members. most successful in our advocacy efforts when there is a solid
As a state chapter, its our job to remain on the forefront of partnership between OPTA members + OPTA Staff + OPTA
new advances, while addressing the needs of our unique Lobbyists. Weve redesigned our website Advocacy page
membership base. In addition to an exceptional Annual with a focus on our five areas of activity, all of which require
Conference this year (and every year), were adding and grassroots engagement:
updating on the state level in 2017 in our efforts to remain 1. OPTA Legislation
relevantand successful!
OPTA Online Store: Accessible through the OPTA 2. Advocacy Day
website, our OPTA-branded apparel and goods are now 3. Calls to Action
available for purchase online and at OPTA events. OPTA 4. Campaigns & Elections
merchandise is a great way to obtain high quality products that
will foster pride in the organization and create conversations 5. OPT-Political Action Committee (PAC)
with non-members and consumers about the organization and So check out our new page as you prepare for Advocacy
the profession. Look for merchandise to rotate seasonally (get Day 2017, and look for training modules in the form of
your waffle beanie now!) as there will always be something podcasts, coming soon!
new and exciting to add to your collection. Wear your OPTA New Scientific Symposium Location: There are many
gear to district, state and national eventsshow your great properties in Columbus, and were going to feature new
colleagues that you are part of the 2012 and 2015 Outstanding locations for our popular fall events. Since Annual Conference
Chapter of the Year! Select items will be available for purchase will be held at the Renaissance Columbus Downtown for
at OPTA events, so help us #rockthelogo! the next few years, rotating locations is a great way for us to
Online CE Processing System: Were going online, keep our fall events fresh and fun. This year, well be at the
and not a moment too soon! Our current 2004 version of Columbus Airport Marriott, a one-stop-shop for meeting space,
our continuing education database has expired and weve sleeping rooms and great dining.
moved to the cloud. Now, sponsors and individuals can submit On behalf of the OPTA staff, its been a pleasure to serve
courses for Ohio approval through our CE portala paperless you in 2016, and were looking forward to an exceptional 2017!
system designed to increase efficiency and streamline
For more information, contact Victoria at:
vgresh@ohiopt.org
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Anniversary Recognition
70 Years Todd Thomas Park, PT Roger Alan Kravitz, PT
Glynn L Washington, PT Raymond P. Plona, Jr, PT Rebecca C. Leugers, PT
Mark Ramsey, PT, OCS James Percy Long, PT, DPT, MA, CSCS
65 Years
Deborah Wieder Singer, PT, ATC Tracey McKibben Kennedy, PT
Anne Prochazka, PT
Mary Anne Smith, PT Randall Chris Moore, PT, MSPT, MBA, OCS
60 Years Dorothy Sue Snavley, PT, DPT, OCS A. Denise Price, PTA
Robert L Arledge, PT Patricia J. Strazar, PT, DPT, MS, AT, SCS Donald William Radlinski, PT, DPT
Raymond L. McCoy, PT Joyce Marie Wendel, PT, CLT, GCS Theresa Maria Sambor, PTA
Helen M Stewart, PT Jean L. Wendland Porter, PT Allison Mary Swisher, PT
55 Years Kathleen P. Whalen, PT Judith Elwyn Toivonen, PT
Tina Forsythe Whalen, PT, DPT, MPA, EdD
David T Swann, PT 15 Years
Robert Zimmerman, PT, OCS
45 Years Kristen M. Butler, PT, MPT
Edward F. Silverio, PT 25 Years Wendy Lynn Campbell, DPT, PCS
Donald O. Tootle, PT Debra A. Belcher, PT Nicholas Allen Cosgray, PT
Edward Norman Bunn, PT Ronald Lee Coxson, Jr, PT
40 Years
Brian Coote, PT MBA Jody Marie Dean, PT
Harlan Dale Arnold, PT
Barbara F. Domsic, PT John James DeWitt, PT, DPT, SCS, AT
Amelia Balale, PT, MS
Sean P. Gallivan, PT, MS, C/NDT, NCS John Patrick Dolan, PT, Amanda M.
Patricia A. Churavy, PT
Brian E. Jans, PT, DPT Forshey, PT, OCS
Lynda Corea, PT
Joel K Klekamp, PT, MBA, OCS Anthony J. Ganim, PT, OCS
Kathryn R. Grubbe, PT
Douglas Kohn, PT, PhD Arlynn Lee Hansell, PT
Barbara Lee Holland, PT
Melissa L. Kontsis, PT, SCS Rachel Lynn Heyl, PT, MEd, ATC, SCS
Jay H. Jackson, PT,
Janine M. Laughlin, PT Amy Christine Jackson, PT
B J. Kidd, PT
Mark Vincent Paterno, PT,PhD,MBA,SCS Rosemarie Jaworski, PT, DPT
Victoria R. Macklin, PT
Rebecca Bogner Rebitski, PT, MED Linda A. Kinser, PT, Cert MDT, CMP
Douglas Eugene Majka, PT
Scott Sayre, PT Lynn M. Leija, PT
Joyce C Napolz, PT
Carolyn Ann Shisler, PT Danyelle Denise Lupkey, PT
35 Years Eric Sitch, PT Richard B. Luyster, PT
Jodell M. Bender, PT Debbie Sternen, PT Kelly K. McNeal, PT
Michael K. Huth, PT Kathleen B. Szirony, PT, DPT Karen K. Noftsinger, PTA
Thomas Lasky, PT, OCS Erin Michelle Thomas, PT, DPT David Benjamin Ott, PT
Rick Wickstrom, PT, DPT, CPE, CDMS Dolores Tocorzic, PTA Melinda Clark Poling, PT, MPT, DPT
30 Years Elizabeth Trame, PT, MBA, Med Kelly R. Rutan, PT
James Benedict, PT Elisa Marie Zuber, PT, PhD Thomas Joseph Saba, Jr, PT, DPT
Beryl Ann Smith, PT, DPT, MS, PCS
Thomas J. Caldwell, PT, DPT, ATC 20 Years
Gary Steven Chleboun, PT, PhD Emily Stamm, PT
Philip Albert Anloague, PT, DHSc
Sam M. Coppoletti, PT, DPT, CSCS Christine Michelle Sweeney, PT
Edward Joseph Ash, PT, OCS
Amy K Davison, PT Kathy Jo Tolle, PT
Julianne Badylak, PT
Betsy K Donahoe-Fillmore, PT, PhD, PCS Maureen Elizabeth Urbanick, PT, MPT, GCS
Michelle Terese Beigi, PT
Diane Galvin, PT Heather Leigh Wendell, PT
Andrew Matthew Beltz, PT
Renee Halfhill, PT Madalynn Tzagournis Wendland, PT, DPT, PCS
Mark E. Cristell, PT, DPT, OCSDN, OCS
Pamela Lynn Jackson, PTA Patricia Reile Young, PT
William J. Duffy, PT, FAAOMPT, OCS
Andrew Louis Morris, PT, DPT Janelle Rene Gant, PT 10 Years
Patricia Mounsey-Carpenter, PT Dennis A. Garlock, PT Mary Beth Allman, PT
Joyce Marilyn Nahigian, PT Amy L. Hassen, PT, DPT, MTC, OCS Jessica Dawn Anders, PT
Cheryl Lee Henthorn, PT Jennifer Lynn Anderson, PT
Angela Kristine Keir, PTA Stephanie Arend, PT
Melissa Shearer Kidder, PT, DPT, OCS Beverly N. Arnold, PT, DPT
Representative Anthony DeVitis (R-Green) sponsored Ohio Medicaid sent the following
House Bill 89, legislation that originally proposed increases to information that was effective
the amount of funding school districts can recover through the 1/1/2017 regarding non-institutional
federal Medicaid in Schools Program. wheelchair evaluations; the Ohio
Early in 2016 the Ohio Department of Medicaid released Medicaid DME program, regarding
a bulletin that the Medicaid School Program will no longer CPT 97542 Wheelchair management,
be reimbursing for therapy services if the service was not is now separately reimbursable in
ordered by a physician (or a practitioner of the healing arts). the non-institutional setting effective
This change to the Medicaid reimbursement does not impact for dates of services on and after
a school districts obligation to provide the services to students 01/01/17 the effective date of -OAC
with an IEP, only the districts ability to access reimbursement 5160-10-16 DMEPOS: wheelchairs.
for the services provided to Medicaid eligible students.
Understandably, many associations were concerned by The rule language can be found at OAC 5160-10-16:
this policy, including the OPTA. We worked with other affected (2) Evaluators The following professionals may
provider groups (occupational therapists, speech therapists, and evaluate an individuals particular needs:
audiologists) and reached out to others affected by the change.
(a) For wheelchairs incorporating CRT, a physiatrist,
HB 89 was ultimately substituted in the Senate to be
orthopedic surgeon, neurologist, physical therapist,
the vehicle to change Ohio law to allow physical therapists,
or occupational therapist; or
occupational therapists, speech therapists, and audiologists
to be ORP providers for the Medicaid School Program. Cheryl (b) For wheelchairs not incorporating CRT, a physician,
VanHoose represented the OPTA giving testimony to support physical therapist, or occupational therapist.
the legislation. (5) Evaluation and management
Governor Kasich signed HB 89 on December 19, 2016.
This legislation has now been enacted. (a) An evaluator may receive payment for determining
an individuals needs for a wheelchair. Not more than
one payment will be made per wheelchair per individual.
Physical Therapists Practice Act Be aware that Ohio BWC is accepting the new evaluation
codes effective 1/1/2017, and if you should make the change in
Legislation your claims submission process effective 1/1/2017. If you still
Prior Representative Tim Brown (R Bowling Green) and have questions regarding how to determine the best codes to
Representative Bill Reineke (R Tiffin) introduced House Bill use for the new evaluation coding, APTA has offered numerous
169 in the 131st General Assembly to update the practice act webinars which are available to view on how to determine the
for physical therapists. The legislation did two important things: best code. Please refer to the APTA for assistance if there are
still questions.
Clarified that physical therapy includes determining a PQRS reporting has sunsetted effective 12/31/2016 which
diagnosis in order to treat a persons physical impairments, means there will be no reporting of PQRS starting 1/1/2017.
functional limitations, and physical disabilities; determining This has prompted several questions regarding MIPS and
a prognosis; and determining a plan of therapeutic Advanced Alternate Payment Model. Therapy services is not
intervention, and included in the MIPS reporting at this time but it is expected
Added that physical therapy includes ordering tests such that in 2019 therapy services will be required to report. Therapy
as diagnostic imaging and studies that are performed and services are also not included in the APM at this time so no
interpreted by other licensed health care professionals. reporting is needed. Functional limitation reporting along with
continued modifier reporting are still required for payers that
OPTA worked diligently on behalf of its members to make
required it prior to 2017.
significant progress on the updated practice act legislation.
There have been several comments regarding specific
Representative Bill Reineke (R-88), the second primary
payers having difficulty processing authorizations, not having
sponsor of HB 169, remains committed to the legislation and is
updated patient benefits loaded as well as claims not being
eager to reintroduce during the 132nd General Assembly.
processed in a prompt manner. As of the date of this article, all
OPTA members are encouraged to remain active and
issues with updating payer codes have been resolved. If you
advocate for the practice act modifications included in HB
find a payer who has not updated their payment codes to the
169. As always, you want to be the go to expert for physical
new evaluation codes, please contact OPTA.
therapy information.
CMS will issue national provider Comparative Billing
For more information, contact Amanda or Mikayla at: Report (CBR) on Physical Therapy in February to help you
amanda@gov-advantage.com and mikayla@gov-advantage.com understand applicable Medicare billing rules. The CBR,
produced by CMS contractor eGlobalTech, focuses on physical
therapy in private practice. CBRs contain data-driven tables therapist identified in the CBR, not to the facility. Take the
with an explanation of findings that compare your billing and report seriously, as it is identifying variances in your billing
payment patterns to those of your peers in your state and from your peers. The same codes are being analyzed in the
across the nation. 2017 data as it was in 2015. (CPT codes 97001, 97035, 97110,
CBRs are not publicly available. Update your fax number 97112, 97140, 97530, & G0283) If you receive a report in both
in the Medicare Provider Enrollment, Chain, and Ownership years, you should pay particular attention to what the reports
System (PECOS) to make sure you receive your report. say. There may not be a problem but your documentation must
Contact the CBR Support Help Desk at 800-771-4430 or reflect medical necessity and your billing reflect what was
Meet the Candidates
CBRsupport@eglobaltech.com with questions or to receive performed for the patient. The difference from your peers may
your CBR by mail. For more information, visit the CBR website. trigger a deeper review of your documentation from CGS. It is
This information was reported by CGS on their January 5, a perfect time to review documentation policies and to insure
2017 Part B e-newsletter. all therapists follow documentation requirements.
A few additional comments about the Comparative
Billing Reports going out. The reports will be faxed to the NPI For more information, contact the OPTA office at:
opt@ohiopt.org
OPTA Elections
Meet the Candidates
Elections will be held online from March 25 April 24, The knowledge I have learned in this role help to maintain
2017, following Annual Conference. Full candidate and improve the economic stability of our clinic. These skills,
bios can be found on the Elections page of the OPTA in addition to my fine attention to detail, organizational skills
website and all members will receive an email with and pure passion for the profession of physical therapy are
login and voting instructions from our partners at examples of why I feel I am the strongest candidate to continue
AssociationVoting.com. as Treasurer. I look forward to the opportunity to advance
the associations financial strength and contribution to our
Candidates for Treasurer profession.
(1 to be elected)
Marcus Williams, PT, DPT, MBA
Kim Doolittle-Koran, PT, DPT, OCS OPTA District: Central
OPTA District: East Central Date of Chapter Membership: 2009
Date of Chapter Membership: 2007
I take much pride in the prospect
It has been an honor to serve of having the opportunity to serve as
as Treasurer of the OPTA over the Treasurer for the OPTA. Having been
last two years and I am excited for raised in a family where financial
the opportunity to continue this path prudence and fiscal responsibly was
as Treasurer. I first became intrigued stressed with every adjustment of the
by the association as a student and thermostat, turn or the faucet, and
found this chapter to be inspiring. I flip of a light switch I can certainly
quickly became active at the district appreciate the importance of the
level, eventually operating as District Treasurer role. Even as I progress
Chair. As current Treasurer, I have professionally these instilled values continue to be fundamental
demonstrated the capability to work alongside the Finance to my decision-making processes. I joined the Physical
Committee, Executive Director, and Board of Directors during Therapy profession in 2012 after graduating from The Ohio
all aspects of the budgetary process. I provide financial State University Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Since
oversight on a monthly basis and make recommendations that time, Ive went on to earn an MBA through the Fisher
to the Board while considering the mission and goals of College of Business with a focus in Strategy, Operations &
the association and keep the members best interest in the Logistics and I currently serve as a Rehab Services Manager in
forefront. My administrative role with Summa Health brings the Sports Medicine Department at The Ohio State University
experience of employee engagement and recognition, Wexner Medical Center. Im a huge proponent of the OPTA
patient satisfaction, marketing and growth, enhancing and Im strongly committed to the shared values and principles
productivity, quality assurance, and daily operations and at the foundation of their strategic plan. I hope to apply my
scheduling challenges. I work with my team to ensure we particular range of experiences and ideals to help the OPTA in
provide compassionate, high quality, evidence-based care. its efforts to enhance the practice of Physical Therapy in Ohio.
continue to be of service to you and our profession. Date of Chapter Membership: 1984
October 20, 2017: Columbus Airport Marriott, 1375 N. Cassady Avenue, Columbus, OH 43219
The United States is experiencing an epidemic of Deadline for Submission: April 23, 2017
prescription opioid overdose, a quadrupling since 1999. The
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is urging
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS: Each presentation
health care providers to reduce the use of opioids in favor
submission will be accepted online and must include the
of safe alternatives like physical therapy.1 As part of the
following for consideration:
#ChoosePT campaign, APTA advocates before accepting a
prescription for opioids, patients should talk to their health care 1. Title of presentation (up to 150 characters)
providers about related risks and safer alternatives.2 Physical 2. Description of the presentation clearly stating how you
therapy professionals play a crucial role in providing evidence will address one of the above topics (at least 100, but
based treatment of pain without the danger of opioid use. no more than 200 words)
OPTAs 2017 Scientific Symposium will focus on the 3. Presentation outline including length of time on each
evidence to support physical therapy interventions for topic. Must be 16 to 18 minutes total (see below for
pain management across the continuum (including all more info)
portions of the lifespan and in all practice areas, including
but not limited to pediatrics, geriatrics, orthopedics, sports 4. Learning objectives at least 3 following the document
physical therapy, neurology, oncology, cardiopulmonary, Writing Effective Learning Objectives for Your OPTA
acute care, womens/mens health, wound care, etc.). Conference Presentation (75-150 words)
Evidence-based presentation proposals are now being 5. Preliminary bibliography of at least 5 works published
accepted on topics related to: within the past 10 years
DESCRIPTION of pain management across the 6. Presenter information: name, phone number, email
lifespan and across the continuum of physical address, credentials/qualifications to teach the specific
therapy care, including communication, terminology, course material, pertinent previous speaking history (at
and documentation. least 100, but no more than 200 words each presenter).
PURPOSE of pain management in physical therapy
PRESENTATION FORMAT: Research Shorts will showcase
practice, how this intervention has changed based on
speakers who will educate our audience in short snippets of well-
current evidence, and implications for physical therapy
developed information. Speakers will be challenged to hone
practice today and in the future.
their presentation to include important material and inspire the
INNNOVATIONS in evidence-based pain management.
audience in 15 to 18 minutes. Presenters will have the opportunity
APPLICATION/DEVELOPMENT of evidence-based
to augment their presentation with PowerPoint slides that are
physical therapy interventions for improving
concise and visually pleasing.
pain management.
SUBMISSION OF PRESENTATIONS: Submissions will
OUTCOMES of physical therapy interventions
be accepted online via OPTAs Conference Submission Portal
for improvement of pain management and effect on
ohiopt.org/events_symposium_por. SUBMISSIONS ARE DUE
improvement in the human experience, including
BY April 23, 2017. Confirmation of receipt will be sent via email.
case studies.
TIMELINE FOR REVIEW: Presentations will be reviewed
REVIEW of current clinical practice guidelines or
by the Conference Committee during the month of June.
other evidence-based documents related to pain
Letters of acceptance or denial will be sent out via email.
management.
QUESTIONS? Contact the OPTA office at (614) 855-4109
1
http://www.moveforwardpt.com/choose-physical-therapy-over-opioids-for-pain-management-
choosept. Accessed 10/30/2016. or lpeffly@ohiopt.org.
2
http://www.moveforwardpt.com/choosept/toolkit#PTPTAFactSheet. Accessed 12/13/16.
Students from PT programs in Ohio were among awarded to Allison Gustavson (Kosir), PT, DPT of the
students from 150 schools that participated in the record- University of Colorado - Anschutz Medical Campus.
breaking 2015-2016 Pittsburgh-Marquette Challenge, Faculty and students of PT and PTA programs in the
raising $354,320, the highest annual total in the history of state of Ohio are encouraged to visit the Foundations
the fundraiser. Since its inception in 1989, 264 schools have Web site at www.Foundation4PT.org to learn how they can
participated in the Marquette Challenge and have raised a support the Foundation for Physical Therapy and physical
cumulative total of $3.3 million for the Foundation. therapy research through the VCU-Marquette Challenge.
The Foundation wishes to thank the physical therapy Contributions for the 2016-2017 VCU-Marquette Challenge
students of Cleveland State University, Ohio University, The should be submitted by the April 27, 2017 deadline.
Ohio State University, The University of Toledo, University Donations are tax deductible and can be made online at
of Cincinnati, University of Dayton, Walsh University and Foundation4PT.org or sent to its headquarters at 1111 N
Youngstown State University for raising $6,374 in support of Fairfax St, Alexandria, VA 22314.
the Challenge. Notably, the Ohio State University received
About the Foundation for Physical Therapy
Honorable Mention for raising more than $3,000.
The Foundation for Physical Therapy was established
This years top fundraisers include: in 1979 as a national, independent nonprofit organization
1st Place: Virginia Commonwealth University dedicated to improving the quality and delivery of physical
therapy care by providing support for scientifically-based
2nd Place: Mercer University and clinically-relevant physical therapy research and
3rd Place: University of Pittsburgh doctoral scholarships and fellowships.
Over the last 37 years, the Foundation has awarded
As the top fundraiser, Virginia Commonwealth
more than $17 million in research grants, fellowships, and
University will serve as co-host for the 2016-2017 VCU-
post professional doctoral scholarships to more than 576
Marquette Challenge, which is underway.
emerging scientists. Foundation-funded researchers have
The Challenge annually supports grants, scholarships
gone on to receive an estimated $753 million in external
and the rigorous peer review process which results in the
funding from the National Institutes of Health and other
awarding of all Foundation scholarships and grants. Karin
sources. Many of todays leading and emerging physical
Grvare Silbernagel, PT, PhD, ATC an Assistant Professor
therapist researchers, clinicians, and academicians began
in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of
their careers with a grant or scholarship from the Foundation.
Delaware, is the recipient of the 2015 Pittsburgh-Marquette
Research Grant. Her project will examine Achilles tendon To learn more, visit Foundation4pt.org.
ruptures and the evaluation of their recovery. The Challenge For more information, email info@foundation4pt.org or
also funded a PODS I Scholarship in 2016, which was call (800)-875-1378. .
Morning Sessions
9 - 11:45a.m. 9 - 10:15 a.m.
10:30 - 11:45 a.m.
Networking Lunch
11:45 a.m. -12:45 p.m.
Afternoon Sessions
1:00 p.m. 3:45 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 2:15 p.m.
2:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Oxford Debate
5:15 - 6:15 p.m.
PACcy Hour
6:15- 8:15 p.m. Political Action Committee Fundraiser
Break
10:15 - 10:30 a.m.
OHIOPT.ORG
12:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. Membership Recognition Meeting & Luncheon A comprehensive overview of all
course sessions, times and
Afternoon Sessions presenters can be found on
1:45 - 4:30 p.m. 1:45 - 2:45 p.m. OhioPT.org on the Annual
3 - 4:30 p.m. Conference page.
8 - 9 a.m.
Breakfast & Registration
NUAL CONFERENCE
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS COLUMBUS, OH
Enhancing Your Role in the to promote the positive outcomes that PT delivers.
Bridging the Gap: Identifying Opportunities for presents a case study of collaborative efforts between
Involvement, Building Your Personal Brand and a front-line clinician and a researcher to develop a dual
Transitioning from Student to Professional evidence-based practice and practice-based evidence
is ideal for clinicians who are looking to explore how program for physical therapy management of pediatric
educational strategies can be used in post-professional concussions will be discussed.
residencies that will help to create an environment of
life-long learning in a clinical setting. Despite concerted knowledge translation efforts to link
evidence and practice in healthcare, there is growing
The role of the PT as an educator is woven within the recognition that large gaps persist between what evidence
fabric of APTAs strategic plan, organization values, and suggests should happen and what actually happens at the
advanced clinical practice to transform our profession. point-of-care. The course will go on to discuss strategies for
While the profession recognizes the importance of reducing variations in practice. In addition, documentation
teaching methodology and instruction within entry level for a group of clinicians will be provided and high-fidelity
and post-professional residencies and fellowships, beyond example data from a newly developed registry for patients
these programs it isnt always clear how pedagogy referred to physical therapy for concussion management at
impacts clinical practice. Additionally, in an ever-changing Cincinnati Childrens Hospital will be presented.
healthcare environment resources, effective mentoring, Presented by Catherine Quatman-Yates, PT, DPT, and
and innovative strategies are often difficult to develop and
Jason Hugentobler, PT, DPT, CSCS, SCS
implement. Tenants of residency and fellowship education
help to facilitate an environment for a life-long learner and
educator in any clinical setting. The purpose of this talk is to Strength in Numbers: Fusing Clinician and
explore how educational strategies used in post-professional Researchers Expertise for High-Quality Science
residencies and fellowship impact cultural change, clinical and Practice is ideal for physical therapists who are
practice, and inter-collaborative partnerships. involved in a clinical research setting and are interested in
Presented by Kendra Lucas, PT, DPT and Andrew learning more about creating and maintaining an effective
Junak, PT, DPT research infrastructure.
Clinician engagement in research can be limited by a
combination of time, supporting resources, and experience.
Issues, Opportunities and Essentials for
Private Practice and Best Practices of Best Substantial efforts to create and maintain a robust
Practicesl is ideal for therapists who own private research infrastructure are critical to the success of an
practices looking to understand in-depth components to integrated clinical research program. This session will
running their own business. begin by discussing the impetus for and goals of Ohio
States Clinical Outcomes Research Coordinator (CORC)
Owners of Therapy Practices have developed high level program by one of the program mentors. Formal and
skills regarding the treatment of injury to their patients. informal training experiences and mentorship partnerships
Many are not aware of the other components to running will be described. Clinicians who are current members of
their business. After attending this course, the private the CORC program will then detail how their individual
practice owners will have a better understanding of the research experience has provided them the skills
components of receiving payment for the services performed necessary to disseminate research findings and grow a
in the clinic and how the documentation relates to the billing culture of clinician involvement in research endeavors
and the audit techniques needed to ensure compliance. at OSU. The session will conclude with a question and
The practice owner will then be presented techniques answer period for audience and panel members to engage
used by top practices which will describe the best in a candid discussion of how similar programs can be
practices of the best practices. Practices on marketing, implemented in a variety of clinical settings.
communications, productivity and performance reward will Presented by Stephanie Di Stasi, PT, PhD, OCS, Kristy
be presented. Lastly, the practice owner will understand the Pottkotter, PT, MPT, SCS, Lucas VanEtten, PT, DPT,
importance of their accounts receivable and in looking at OCS and Katherine Wayman, PT, SCS
financial and statistical reporting.
Presented by Bob Swinehart and Berni Willis
SATURDAY, MARCH 25 - MORNING Fostering Authentic Success Stories in
SESSIONS Our Clientele: What is Missing in the ICF? is
designed for physical therapists who want to learn more
Core Strengthening from the Inside Out is about the basic Code of Ethics for PT. This course will help
ideal for the physical therapist looking to learn more about you gain a better understanding of the history of Code of
how to teach and explain basic core activation, recognize Ethics and its importance to the PT profession as well as
compensatory movement patterns and progress core the components of a good Code of Ethics.
exercises that will safely rehab their client.
Each major value will be reviewed with definitions,
Consumers and health professionals are inundated with the demonstration of competency, scenarios, and situations
latest and greatest core strengthening exercises and many that would qualify for reporting to the ethical committee of
injuries are occurring in the name of fitness. The inner core the association and/or licensure boards. There will also be
musculature has been well researched (Hodges, et al) and a discussion related to fraud, abuse and waste based on
is known to automatically be recruited just prior to active information from the APTA Integrity in Practice campaign.
movement in the healthy individual who has not sustained Do we really understand the importance to our professional
an injury to the trunk. standing and continued success of our profession? This
Presented by Deborah Riczo, PT, DPT, MEd course intends to show and give you a whole new outlook
on the professional standards in your clinical life.
Presented by Lisa Kohler, PT and Truly Moore, PT,
Medical Screening for the Practicing Physical Cert MDT
Therapist: Outpatient and Inpatient Settings is
ideal for any physical therapist who wants to explore the
therapists role as an inter-dependent practitioner working Unique Perspectives: The Collaboration and
within a collaborative medical model. Growth of Clinician-Scientists with Various
Clinical tools and decision-making processes will be Levels of Experience and How You Can Get
presented which are necessary to more efficiently and Involved is a highly interactive session ideal for any
effectively collect and evaluate the examination data. therapist interested learning more about the non-traditional
Professional communication with the client and other roles within physical therapy and how to get involved.
health care professionals will also be a central theme. Academic medical centers can provide supportive
The speakers will explore and integrate medical screening environments in which clinician-scientists from PhDs to full-
procedures into the physical therapy examination, time clinicians working under mentors can produce quality
evaluation, and differential diagnosis process, including research. This presentation will discuss the non-traditional
health history, symptom investigation, review of systems, physical therapy roles of three clinician-scientists who
and physical examination of the cardiopulmonary system, collaborated with each other as well as clinicians around
upper quadrant, and lower quadrant. Lab test results will be the nation to form the Physical Therapy Residency and
analyzed and an understanding of various pharmaceuticals Fellowship (PTRF) Research Team.
will be integrated into the evaluation. Patient cases will
The PTRF study, which aims to evaluate employers
be presented to review differential diagnosis principles as
perception of the value of physical therapy post-
well as improve clinical decision making processes in both
professional training, will serve as the backdrop and
outpatient and inpatient physical therapy settings.
common thread between each speaker. This presentation
Presented by Lynzie Schulte, PT, DPT and Scott Euype,
will be highly interactive with small group breakout sessions
PT, DPT, MHS, OCS after each speakers presentation meant to highlight
challenges and propose solutions to clinical research and
implementation of EBP in various sessions as well as use
the results of the PTRF research to discuss the future
role of post-professional training in the physical therapy
profession.
Presented by Kate Glaws, PT, DPT, SCS, Matt Briggs,
PT, PhD and Jo Walker, PT, DPT, SCS
2017
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One of the many benefits of being Marketing to Health Care Professionals guide and best
an OPTA/APTA member is unlimited practices on the APTA website under Practice & Patient Care.
access to resources that can help Maybe your goal is to reach and educate the consumer
you grow your business as a physical of physical therapy? There are many resources that will
therapist. Whether you work within a help you navigate through the world of advertising, social
larger network, or own a practice of media and community event planning. Learn how you can
your own, learning how to utilize the reach your consumers through effective marketing with
PR resources that APTA has to offer the Marketing to Consumers toolkit and how to develop
will help to grow and strengthen your social media strategy with the Social Media Tips & Best
business and your professional brand. Practices. These are all available to you by visiting
If youve ever had a chance to scroll through the many benefits APTA.org/PRMarketing.
APTA offers with your membership, you will see a considerable Of course, we couldnt leave without highlighting some
amount of marketing and PR tools available for your use. of the great PR resources exclusively available for our
One of the most popular forms of PR that we still see OPTA members through our website makepthappen.com.
today is the use of news and press releases. This method This consumer site was created as a public resource, with
is the most basic and accepted way to convey information you, the physical therapist, in mind. We wanted to create a
to the media. Maybe youre opening a new clinic, or want to site where you could direct someone interested in learning
promote a fundraising campaign, a press release is the way more about the benefits of physical therapy and a place
to get factual information to your audience. APTA provides where they could find a PT in their area. Complete with a
great resources on how to concisely write in a way that the symptom & condition section, videos and a news & article
media will understand. section, consumers have a place to go to learn more about
Another aspect to growing your professional brand and how PT can improve their lives. We encourage you to share
business is building and strengthening your relationships with this site with your patients, friends, and colleagues, so
other health care professionals (primary care physicians, nurse together we can all #makePThappen.
practitioners, dietitians, etc...). APTA provides resources that
will teach you how to effectively create a marketing strategy For more information, contact Marie at:
that can target potential referral sources. You can find a mruskin@ohiopt.org.
APTA National Student well as networking with other students and professionals
for our future. We spent the weekend attending different
Conclave Recap educational sessions led by some of the most influential
practitioners in the field, all while enjoying the new-found
Alexis Smith, SPT Mount St. Joseph University
relationships, and the occasional Miami sunshine.
When individuals think of physical therapy school, I had the opportunity to attend sessions on the
the thought of studying for hours on end comes to mind. benefits of a residency program after graduation, PT in the
However, once in a while, we are given the opportunity to emergency department, and PT global service opportunities.
gather with other physical therapy students and receive the Learning all the different opportunities of residency
rejuvenation needed to power through the rest of school. programs and hearing a past resident student talk about
In October, three Mount St. Joseph Universitys second- his experience was valuable to help me determine if this
year DPT students and I were given the opportunity to would be something I would want to pursue in the future. I
travel to Miami, Florida to attend the APTA National Student thoroughly enjoyed hearing how physical therapists have
Conclave. This event presents the opportunity for PT begun a global movement of providing physical therapy
students to gather from all over the country to learn how big overseas in countries that are less fortunate, especially
of an impact our generation is making on the profession, as since mission work has always been a passion of mine.
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our 4th Annual Marilyn Mount Case
Report Night AND through our
fundraising efforts we were able to
give student scholarships to four
deserving students here in the district! The Northeast District poses for a quick picture during a
We are trying to top last year and recent district event.
have made plans for an exciting 2017! START PLANNING: Marilyn Mount Case Report Night has
We hope to see many therapists and students at our upcoming been getting larger every year since we began in 2013. We will
events! Stay up to date on Facebook (Northeast District be looking for platform and poster submissions of research or
OPTA), Twitter (@NE_Ohio_PT), or the OPTA website! case reports done by therapists and students in the area.
2017 Events to include: STUDENTS! Each year we recognize exemplary students
Continuing Education Events: in the district with student scholarships. Other than being an
Three two-hour CEUs and our 5th Annual Marilyn Mount exceptional student who goes above and beyond in school
Case Report Night in early December. and in the community, you must be an APTA/OPTA member
and attend at least one northeast district membership meeting.
Always free for members to attend! $20 per CEU for Start planning now on how you are going to earn one of these
nonmembers! ($5 for student nonmembers) scholarships! Nominations will open in the fall!
Social Events: THANK YOU so much to all of our sponsors in 2016,
PT PubNights throughout the year without sponsors, we could not hold our wonderful events,
5th Annual Cleveland Indians Night provide all of the CEUs, or award our students with scholarships.
12th Annual Free Clinic Walk Cleveland Clinic Rehabilitation and Sports Therapy,
Ice Cream Social at French Creek Medical, Leimkeuhler Inc., Patterson Medical,
Mitchells and South Universitywe appreciate your dedication to local
therapists and students!
Fundraisers:
Whirlyball in early spring For more information, contact Lynzie Schulte at:
Wine Tasting in the fall LynziePT@gmail.com
The East Central District is looking Greetings from the Southwest District!
forward to an eventful year in 2017! Our district had a successful
In January the East Central 2016 and were looking forward to
Districts board met in Hudson, Ohio a wonderful 2017. We ended the
to discuss planning the upcoming year with a combined district PT Pub
year of events. We have numerous Night with the West Central District in
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member recruitment and social events November and also hosted a sold out
planned, including two PT Pub Nights Anatomy Review of the Back at the
and a Family Fun Day Picnic August University of Cincinnati in September.
19, mark your calendars! Additionally, We would like to thank Lizanne
we are planning to offer four CEU events this year to promote Mulligan, PT, PhD for another great presentation and lab.
professional growth of our members. Anticipated CEU We have several events already confirmed for the year
events include: including a PT Pub Night February 10, a Safe Patient Handling
April 22 Reimbursement Updates, Coding, Course instructed by Carolyn Shisler, PT on February 23, and
& Documentation (Akron) a Lab Values Course presented by Lisa Kohler, PT on April
20. Please watch our Southwest District page on the OPTA
September 9 Concussion (North Canton) website for upcoming events and course registration. Were
November 4 - Vestibular (Youngstown) working hard to keep the page updated with our events. You
can also ask to become a member of the Southwest District of
November 4-5 Credential Clinical Instructor
the Ohio Physical Therapy Association page on Facebook to
Program (Youngstown)
remain updated.
Please check the calendar online for more details. I would like to thank the Southwest District Board for
As our mentorship program continues to develop, we are their continued help and support and I would like to thank
inviting students and young clinicians that exhibit leadership the members in our area for attending our events. We are
qualities, to join us for our monthly conference calls and all appreciative of those who took the time to complete our
district events. Be sure to check out www.ohiopt.org for our full Southwest District survey sent this December. We are taking
calendar of events. your feedback into account when planning events for the year.
We hope to see you at a Southwest District event soon.
For more information, contact Jeff at: jmhohl@gmail.com
For more information, contact Kelly at:
kelly.j.moore@gmail.com
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our social media presence adding
Twitter as a form of communication to
you for event updates, happenings,
and discussion. Follow us @CentralOPTA for updates and
additional information. We also are continuing to grow our
Facebook followers, and would love to add you to the group. Expand your knowledge of best practice with experts
Just search OPTA Central District to get added. We want to in school-based therapy . Learn about the latest
stay connected to you, and vice versa. federal/state updates, evaluation advances and
Central District wants to offer an additional value to your intervention techniques to improve childrens therapy
membership. The District level is the easiest place to make outcomes .
connections and get involved. You may not be aware of the
district structure for OPTA. We have five districts, with Central ~12 CEUs pending for PT/PTA, OT/OTA~
comprising over 800 members of PTs, PTAs, and student
members. Central District stretches from the Columbus Metro
area down to the West Virginia border. If you find yourself in an
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area of the district where you feel we are not well represented, May 3, 2017 @ 6:00a .m .
we would love to empower and partner with you to bring a
greater Central District presence to your area. 2016 saw great
involvement from the OU students and Athens area, and we www.ohiootptinstitute.org
have appreciated the support. March Pub Night is going to be
celebrated at Jackie Os Tap Room in Athens.
For those of you that are in the Columbus area, and
have been waiting to plug in, stop waiting! Make 2017 a year
you want to help contribute to your district. This is the year to
make the most of your membership, placing your energy into
OPTAs Lunch & Learn
the professions organization that helps keep physical therapy
moving forward.
I hope your new year is off to a great Its a great time to know OPTA.
start! 2017 is bringing some changes With this years Annual Conference
for the PT community as many of you lineup, you can enjoy fantastic
are aware. After communication with educational programming, strengthen
the APTA and the other chapter Practice professional relationships, advocate
Chairs, I wanted to provide an update of for our profession, and interact with
things that may help you or your area of businesses that support physical
practice for the rest of 2017. therapy all in one weekend.
Annual Conference will be March
1. There are many Medicare
24-25 at the Renaissance Columbus
changes including the physician fee schedule,
Downtown Hotel.
the new tiered evaluation codes, and outpatient
In the Clinic and Beyond: Enhancing Your Role in
and inpatient hospital payment models. The APTA
the Physical Therapy Profession will offer you a variety of
website has quite a bit of information regarding the
sessions on clinical practice, education, leadership, professional
new evaluation codes and offers webinars and self-
advancement, linking evidence and practice, and more all
paced learning courses if you are looking for more
geared to propel you forward in the physical therapy profession.
information.
Attendees will enjoy programming including Acute Care:
2. Due to the nature of our increasingly mobile society Clinical Decision Making; Embracing Leadership within
along with changes to the health care system, the Physical Therapy Practice; & Bridging the Gap: Identifying
APTA has been looking for a way to address clinicians Opportunities for Involvement, Building Your Personal
providing care across their jurisdictional boundaries. Brand and Transitioning from Student to Professional.
Therefore, the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact Were happy to bring back some of our highest rated speakers
was established. This compact creates a new this year. View the entire session list on OPTAs website by
mechanism for PTs and PTAs in participating states to downloading the interactive Annual Conference brochure.
get authorization quickly and easily to practice across
state lines in person, or via telehealth. In 2016, four Join us on Thursday, March 23 for Advocacy Day. This
states adopted the compact and more are expected important event is conveniently scheduled the day before
to join over the next two years. If 10 states adopt the the educational programming begins and is free for
compact, a commission will be formed to make new members. It will be held at the Renaissance Columbus
rules moving forward. Stay tuned for updates as this Downtown Hotel and the Ohio Statehouse and will include
gains traction. advocacy training and legislative visits.
3. Cultural competence is an APTA Guiding Principle Along with the educational sessions, the conference
and is something that the association strives to will offer a networking lunch, Friday exhibitor hall, Saturday
improve upon. Cultural competence is considered a morning group fitness, Annual Membership Recognition
necessary skill to ensure best practice. There is an Meeting & Luncheon, and more. The Annual Student
APTA work plan to increase diversity and cultural Challenge will be Friday, March 24 from 4 to 5 p.m. Its a fun,
competence in the profession and the association. Jeopardy-style game hosted by the OPTA Student Special
There are currently working relationships with Interest Group (SSIG). PT and PTA students will participate in
ACAPT, the Section on Education and various APTA the competition. Everyone is welcome to join the audience and
departments to develop initiatives to improve the cheer for the teams.
representation of the underrepresented minorities in We are pleased to offer an exciting Oxford Debate this
PT education. Work is also being done to develop year entitled Productivity: Paradigm & Payoff where you
new initiative that will increase participation of will have the opportunity to agree or disagree with presenter
underrepresented minorities at the component level. arguments about the statement, Productivity standards
The APTA has links for these topics that are easily enhance success in Physical Therapy. Join us on Friday,
accessible via the organization website. I encourage you to March 24 from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. for this exciting event.
further explore this information and better educate yourself with
#OPTAAC2017 In the Clinic and Beyond: Enhancing Your
all the things that the association is offering!
Role in the Physical Therapy Profession.
For more information, contact Alan at: alanjframe@gmail
In August of this year, the Board for the opportunity to serve as Federal Affairs liaison and am
approved to two additional OPTA committed to ongoing advocacy for our profession because
members to serve on the Ethics I believe it is one of a shrinking number of bipartisan issues
Committee with me. I am pleased to that can gain traction in a polarized electoral climate. PTs are
announce that the two individuals are: positioned to thrive in the changing healthcare environment
Jill Dubbs and Truly Moore. We met due to our ability to deliver improved health and quality of
for the first time in October during the life while decreasing health care costs. Please join me in
Leadership Development Conference becoming active in advocacy for our profession. I am here to
with two other visitors to the meeting. support you in any way I can.
During that meeting, we developed our goals for 2017: For more information, contact David at:
davidwessells@hotmail.com
1. Increase awareness of the Ethics committee by
presenting a CEU at the OPTA annual conference
2. Involvement at the national level by contacting the
APTA. Membership Committee Report
3. Investigate feasibility of a quarterly web flash on an Christine Saltsman, PT Chair
ethical dilemma
The OPTA Membership Committee
We all meet earlier this month for three hours to prepare
wishes to thank all our leaders,
for the CEU. Truly has presented on Ethics multiple times and
members, OPTA staff and all those
had a good base from which to build. We each have a different
involved in making 2016 a great year!
story to tell about what interested us in Ethics. I am so excited
We were very busy. To mention a
about the CEU titled Professional Integrity to Ensure High
few accomplishments, the committee
Standards of Care that we will be presenting on March 25 at
was successful in increasing
the OPTA conference. There will be times of lecture, but the
participation of new graduates by
great part of the CEU will be the amount of group participation
engaging therapists through social
based on real life ethical dilemmas! We hope to see you there
medial platforms, through the new
to enhance the experience!
OPTA membership rack cards, membership videos and by
For more information, contact Lisa at: lkohler@cinci.rr.com effectively communicating the advantages of our Career Starter
Dues program. The committee also launched the About to
Renew membership call campaign, giving members better
Federal Affairs Liaison Report opportunity to make personal contact with our members on a
district level. In doing this, we are able to gain more feedback
David Wessells, PT Liaison from our members on the key drivers of engagement in the
OPTA and offer a simplified message of the benefits of OPTA
In I am very excited about my new role membership. The Membership Committee also focused on
as Federal Affairs Liaison for the state connections with the therapy schools to help support students
of Ohio. I have served on the State as they transitioned into the professional roles. And of course,
Affairs Committee for the last two years the committee was integral in supporting the OPTA leadership
after relocating to Ohio. I spent the events throughout the year.
previous 10 years working throughout We are very excited for another busy and successful
the country as a traveling therapist 2017. We are making plans to expand our recruitment efforts
and eventually settling in Tucson, to increase membership by at least 10 percent and increase
Arizona before returning to Columbus our communications with our new and renewing members.
in 2013. Ive been fortunate to work We have set goals to further strengthen our relationships
in diverse settings from acute care to rehab, home care, and with Physical Therapy and Physical Therapy Assistant
outpatient with patients ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics. A programs and are challenged to find unique ways to educate
common theme that I have witnessed is the profound impact therapists on the tangible and intangible benefits of an OPTA
physical therapists can have on returning patients to their membership. Additionally, we are exploring the development
highest functional level. PT is a cost-effective treatment with of mentorship models and focused on SIG growth. The
proven results with a growing body of evidence supporting membership committee looks forward to an eventful year
its efficacy. As governments at the state and federal level of growth and opportunities. Feel free to contact us to get
focus on the costs of healthcare and problems like the opioid involved or provide feedback.
epidemic, we as physical therapists must have a place at the
table advocating for the unique skill set that we bring, which For more information, contact Christine Saltsman at:
can improve lives while reducing health care costs. I have csaltsman@mccarthyrehab.com
For more information, contact Sanaz at: For more information, contact Dawn or Cathy at:
sanazarmand@yahoo.com westfada@hotmail.com or cbieberparrott@ysu.edu
OPTA LEADERSHIP & COMMITTEES
OPTA Board
President Anthony DiFilippo, PT, DPT, MEd, OCS, CSCS anthonydif@gmail.com
President Elect Tonya Apke, PT, DPT, OCS Tonya.Apke@osumc.edu
Vice President Christine Schulte, PT, MBA schultc3@ccf.org
Treasurer Kim Doolittle-Koran, PT, DPT, OCS korankr@yahoo.com
Secretary Kristin Marks, PT, DPT, JD kmarks76@gmail.com
Director I Scott Euype, PT, DPT, MHS, OCS euypes@ccf.org
Director II Jessica Iams, PT, DPT jessiams18@yahoo.com
Director III Rob Dunham, PT, DPT rdunham66@gmail.com
OPTA Leadership
District Chairpersons
Central District Chair Kyle Schumm, PT, MS kschumm@gmail.com
East Central District Chair Jeff Hohl, PT, DPT, OCS jmhohl@gmail.com
Northeast District Chair Lynzie Schulte, PT, DPT lynziept@gmail.com
Northwest District Chair Nick Reimer, PT, DPT, CMP, CAMT nreimer94@gmail.com
Southwest District Chair Kelly Moore, PT, DPT kelly.j.moore@gmail.com
West Central District Chair Sabrina Kaminski, PT sj33@evansville.edu
OPTA Leadership
Chief Delegate Michelle Masterson, PT, PhD michelle.masterson@utoledo.edu
PTA Caucus Rep. Sanaz Holcomb, PTA sanazarmand@yahoo.com
Student/Faculty Affairs Chair Marka Gehrig Salsberry, PT, DPT marka.gehrig@osumc.edu
PAC Chair Heather Schradin, PT, DPT, CIDN hschradin@yahoo.com
Awards Committee Chair Kyle Schumm, PT kyleschumm@gmail.com
Bylaws/Policies & Procedures Chair Selena Eskinazi-Budge, PT, DPT, CSCS budge2425@gmail.com
CE Committee Chair Rebecca Leugers, PT rebecca.leugers@uc.edu
Conference Committee Chair Michelle Losurdo, PT, DPT thelosurdos@yahoo.com
Ethics Committee Chair Lisa Kohler, PT lkohler@cinci.rr.com
Federal Affairs Liason David Wessells, PT davidwessells@hotmail.com
Finance Committee Chair Kim Doolittle-Koran, PT, DPT, OCS korankr@yahoo.com
State Affairs Chair Alan Howell, PT, ATC, SCS alan@howellrehab.com
Membership Committee Chair Christine Saltsman, PT csaltsman@mccarthyrehab.com
Nominating Committee Chair James Lee, PT, DPT, NCS Jlee@summarehabhospital.com
Research Committee Co-Chair Dawn Westfall, PT, MPT westfada@hotmail.com
Research Committee Co-Chair Cathy Bieber Parrott, PT, MS cbieberparrott@ysu.edu
Practice Chair Alan Frame, PT, DPT, OCS alanjframe@gmail.com
OPTA Staff
Executive Director Victoria Gresh, CAE vgresh@ohiopt.org
Member Engagement Specialist Marie Ruskin mruskin@ohiopt.org
Conference & Education Manager Lori Peffly lpeffly@ohiopt.org
CE Reviewer Vicky Humphrey, PT, MS ceu1@ohiopt.org
CE Reviewer Kristin Blatt, PT ceu2@ohiopt.org
Legislative Agent Amanda Sines amanda@gov-advantage.com
Legislative Agent Mikayla Pollitt mikayla@gov-advantage.com
Payment Policy Specialist Bob Swinehart optareimb@gmail.com
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