Physical therapy advocacy, healthcare policy, and PT leadership all intersect in ways most PT students and clinicians don’t realize — until decisions start affecting reimbursement, scope of practice, and patient care.
In this live episode from APTA New Jersey’s Student Conclave, PT and advocate Doula Riley breaks down how legislation actually impacts physical therapists, why election years are critical for advocacy, and the simplest way PT students can start influencing policy today.
If you're a PT student, clinician, or clinic leader who wants a stronger future for the profession, understanding advocacy isn’t optional — it’s part of protecting patient access and shaping the future of physical therapy.
Chapters
00:00 Live From Student Conclave
02:12 PT Career Across Settings
04:05 Why Advocacy Matters
06:00 Easy Ways To Advocate
08:02 How Lawmakers Learn PT
09:05 Mechanical Bull Story
10:30 Final Advice For Students
Guest & Resources
Doula Riley — Physical Therapist & PT Advocate
