WVPTA Seeking Chair of Education Committee
WVPTA members, if you are interested in serving your state association and members at large consider the role of Chair of the Education Committee. Key duties are noted below and further questions can be directed to Scott Davis at davis1090@marshall.edu or Melanie...
Carrie Abraham announced as 2021 recipient of the Nancy Tonkin Distinguished Service Award
During our annual conference in April, WVPTA had the privilege of announcing Carrie Abraham as the recipient of the Nancy Tonkin Distinguished Service Award. This Award is given to a member whose contributions to the WVPTA are of exceptional and enduring value, just...
WVPTA recognizes Eric Tarr in continued celebration of Centennial year
Dr. Eric Tarr is the CEO of Generations Physical Therapy Centers, which can be found across the Charleston/Huntington area of WV. In addition to physical therapy practices , he also owns and operates fitness centers and other business entities throughout the region....
WVPTA recognizes Sandy Burkart in continued celebration of centennial year
In honor of APTA's Centennial year, the WVPTA is celebrating its own history by highlighting those who have significantly contributed to our mission and growth as a state chapter. This month we are privileged to highlight Sandy Burkart. Sandy Burkart PT, PhD, OCS, was...
WV Legislature Resolution 25 commemorating APTA Centennial
On Tuesday, March 23, 2021, the Senate passed a resolution to recognize the American Physical Therapy Association's 100th Anniversary, and honor the West Virginia Physical Therapy Association at the same time. Sen. Eric Tarr, R-Putnam, who is a physical therapist, was...
West Virginia Physical Therapy Association recognized with a Legislative Citation honoring the 100th Anniversary of the American Physical Therapy Association.
On March 17 2021, Speaker of the House Roger Hanshaw, recognized the West Virginia Physical Therapy Association with a Legislative Citation honoring the 100th Anniversary of the American Physical Therapy Association. Pictured from Left to Right: Del. Joey Garica,...
WVPTA hosts Student Leadership Academy
WVPTA hosts Student Leadership Academy building leaders for tomorrow. Eight students participated in this years virtual Student Leadership Academy hearing from keynote speaker Dr. Lisa DeFrank-Cole, Professor and Director of WVU’s Leadership Studies program, on the...
WVPTA recognizes Sally Oxley in continued celebration of APTA’s centennial year.
WVPTA recognizes Sally Oxley in continued celebration of APTA’s centennial year. Each month WVPTA is celebrating its own history by highlighting those who have significantly contributed to our mission and growth as a state chapter. Sally Oxley, PT, CHT, OCS, Cert....
WVPTA kicks off monthly Centennial Celebration recognitions with Ruth Morris.
WVPTA kicks off monthly Centennial Celebration recognitions with Ruth Morris. In honor of APTA's Centennial year, the WVPTA is celebrating its own history by highlighting those who have significantly contributed to our mission and growth as a state chapter. We are...
2021 Annual Lobby Day
DPT students across the state of West Virginia participate in virtual lobby day. Students were able to hear from Senators Tarr, Nelson, Weld, and Delegates Garcia, Storch, and Bates for on their knowledge and experience within their legislative roles. A fantastic...
