Meet Promising and Proven Leaders in the Physical Therapy Profession

Catherine Worthingham Fellows of the American Physical Therapy Association are seasoned professionals who have made exceptional efforts to advance physical therapy through leadership, influence, and achievement. (The Catherine Worthingham Fellow is the association's highest membership category, and fellows are identified with the designation "FAPTA" after their names.) Emerging Leaders are comparative newcomers — those with five to 10 years of experience — who have been nominated by an APTA component as rising stars. The two Outstanding Students are recognized for their potential to be a force in the profession.

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