ACAPT FlexCast: Conversations in Academic Physical Therapy
FlexCast is ACAPT’s podcast exploring the ideas, data, and leadership shaping the future of academic physical therapy through candid conversations with educators, innovators, and advocates.
Episodes
11 episodes
Episode 11: Healthy Practice, Stronger Profession: Supporting Well-Being In Academic Physical Therapy
In the latest FlexCast, ACAPT welcomes Dr. Mario Baker from the Healthcare Regulatory Research Institute (HRRI) for a conversation about the Healthy Practice Resource and the connection between practitioner well-being, professional competence, ...
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Episode 10: Writing the Story of Patient Care: What Documentation Competencies Should Every DPT Graduate Possess?
What should a new DPT graduate be able to document on day one of clinical practice? In the latest FlexCast, ACAPT explores the essential documentation competencies students need before entering the profession.The conversation examines do...
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Episode 9: Introducing ELEVATE - Engaging Leadership in Education through Values-Driven Action, Team-Based Problem Solving, and Excellence
The future of physical therapy education depends on leaders who can navigate change, inspire collaboration, and turn strategic ideas into meaningful action.That's why ACAPT created ELEVATE.This new 12-month leadership exper...
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Episode 8: Stronger Together: Advocacy, Policy, and the Future of Academic Physical Therapy
In this episode of FlexCast, ACAPT welcomes members of the Advanced Professional Workforce Alliance (APWA) for a timely discussion on the federal policies shaping the future of health professions education and workforce development.
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Episode 7: The Role of Assessments in DPT Programs
ACAPT’s newest episode of FlexCast examines how assessment practices are shaping program quality, student outcomes, and strategic decision-making in Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) education.Hosted by ACAPT Board Director Sara North, PT...
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Episode 6: The Next Generation Classroom: AI-Powered Clinical Learning
Hosted by Matt Calendrillo, Chair of ACAPT’s Clinical Education Commission, the episode features Benjamin Stern, MS, DPT, of Tufts University School of Medicine, who shares how AI-powered patient simulation is expanding opportunities for studen...
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Episode 5: What It Takes: Strategies Behind 100% NPTE Pass Rates
ACAPT’s latest episode of FlexCast features Dr. Beth Moody-Jones (University of New Mexico Albuquerque) and Dr. Jessica Cammarata (Saint Francis University), whose programs have achieved 100% first-time NPTE pass rates.In this pra...
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Episode 4: Supporting Leadership that Lasts: ACAPT’s FHEL Grant
In our latest FlexCast episode, FHEL graduates share the moments, challenges, and growth that shaped their leadership journeys. We're joined by Dr. Dawn Brown, PT, DPT, EdD, OCS; Dr. Stephanie Eton, PT, DPT, GCS, NCS; Dr. Jaime Gonzalez, PT, DP...
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Episode 3: Building the Future of PT Through Community & Opportunity
In this episode of FlexCast, ACAPT is joined by Dr. Valerie Rucker-Bussie, Community Development Officer for the Rizing Tide Foundation, along with Rizing Tide scholars, for a meaningful conversation about community, mentorship, and student suc...
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Episode 2: The Stakes Are Real: Advocacy, RISE, and the Future of PT Education
Federal policy decisions are underway that could significantly impact physical therapy education and the workforce pipeline. In Episode 2 of FlexCast, ACAPT, APTQI executive director, Nikesh Patel and Fox Rehabilitation CEO and APTQI m...
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