About Us
Who is APTA Oncology?
APTA Oncology consists of physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, student physical therapists, and student physical therapist assistants managing the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, integumentary and cardiopulmonary rehabilitative needs of patients living with and beyond cancer and other chronic illnesses including HIV. This encompasses acute secondary sequelae of treatments such as surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy as well as long-term secondary sequelae of treatments and palliative care.
The Mission and Vision of APTA Oncology
Mission: APTA Oncology advances physical therapist practice for persons affected by cancer and chronic illness by maximizing movement and wellness across the lifespan.
Vision: To optimize movement and quality of life of individuals impacted by cancer and chronic illness.
Board of Directors
Laura Sheridan
President
PT, DPT
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
New York, NY
Chris Wilson
Vice President
PT, DPT, DScPT, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Geriatric Physical Therapy
Oakland University
Chesterfield, MI
G Stephen Morris
Immediate Past-President
PT, PhD, Fellow, American College of Sports Medicine
Wingate University
Wingate, NC
Steve Wechsler
Secretary
PT, DPT, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy
Boston, MA
Tiffany Kendig
Member At Large
PT, DPT, MPH, Certified Lymphedema Therapist
Kessler Rehabilitation Center
Syosset, NY
Sharlynn Tuohy
Treasurer
PT, DPT, MBA
New York, NY
Special Interest Groups
Sara Pullen
HIV Disease
PT, DPT, MPH
Barbara Wagner
Hospice & Palliative Care
PT, DPT, MHA
Lesli Bell
Lymphedema
PT, DPT
Lynn Tanner
Balance & Falls
PT
Hallie Lenker
Pediatric
PT
Shaun Mosley
Residency
PT, DPT
Committees
Education
Chair: Frannie Westlake, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Oncologic and Neurologic Physical Therapy
CSM Programming
Jet Lee, PT, PhD, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Oncologic Physical Therapy
Regional Courses
Taryne Thomas, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Oncologic Physical Therapy
Specialization
Specialty Council Chair
Amy Litterini, PT, DPT
NOMINATING & AWARDS
Chair: Emil Berengut, PT, DPT, MSW, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy
Nancy Paddison, PTA, BA, LANA Certified in Lymphedema Management
Kimberly Presson, PT, DPT
Research
Chair: Melissa Eden, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy
Mary Fisher, PT, MSPT, PhD, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy, Certified Lymphedema Therapist
Mary Lou Galantino, PT, PhD, FAPTA
Laura Gilchrist, PT, PhD
Shana Erin Harrington, PT, PhD, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy
Elizabeth Sue Hile, PT, PhD, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy
Kiri Ness, PT, PhD, FAPTA, Grant Coordinator
Bryan Spinelli, PT, PhD, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy
Editor, Rehabilitation Oncology
Mary Fisher, PT, MSPT, PhD
Senior Editor
Laura Gilchrist, PT, MSPT, PhD, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy, Certified Lymphedema Therapist
Outreach
Chair: Steve Wechsler, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy
Public Relations
VACANT
Publications
Maggie Rinehart-Ayres, PT, PhD
Ambler, PA
Social Media
Shai Sewell, PT, DPT, Certified Lymphedema Therapist
WCPT
Ann Newstead, PT, DPT, PhD, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy
MEMBER ENGAGEMENT/LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Scott Capozza, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Oncologic Physical Therapy
Advocacy
Practice
Tiffany Kendig, PT, DPT, MPH, Certified Lymphedema Therapist
Legislative & Payment
Jena Colon, PT, DPT, MBA
Executive Director
Suzie Callan
info@oncologypt.org
202-660-4460
140B Purcellville Gateway Dr.
Suite 120
Purcellville, VA 20132
Why should you join APTA Oncology?
As a member of APTA Oncology, you will become eligible for a variety of benefits such as:
Evidence-based research, an electronic subscription to "Rehabilitation Oncology", free SIG membership options, access to members only pages, and more.
Clinical Research Grants
Are you up on the latest Oncology Physical Therapy research or are you just starting out? New and experienced APTA Oncology members can make valuable contributions.
Clinical Internship Opportunities
This list of clinical sites is provided as a service to APTA Oncology Members.
Host a Regional Course in Your Area
APTA Oncology has several course offerings looking for partners to host. The host facility will be chosen based on the guarantee that they can draw a minimum of 15 registrants.
Member Awards
Know of a member who deserves recognition? Nominate them for an APTA Oncology Member Award! Deadline: October 1
Join the APTA Oncology ListServ
APTA Oncology's General Listerv is a very productive messaging system for answering your practice questions. In addition, we maintain specialized listservs for our special interest groups.
Resource Guide for Specialization
This document, prepared by APTA Oncology, is designed to help you in your preparation for the Oncology Specialist Certification Examination.
OncoReads
OncoReadsSM allows you to earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) from the comfort of your own home or office. Begin earning today!
Partners Program
Any PT or PTA living in a country other than the US or a healthcare provider from another discipline, not eligible for APTA membership, can take advantage of our membership benefits by becoming a Partner of APTA Oncology.
Look Inside the Oncology Toolbox
What's in your Physical Therapy Bag of Tricks? Find more and contribute some.
Sign Up to Become a Volunteer
This Academy survives and thrives on it's exceptional line of volunteers. From experienced to clincians; if you want to be a leader, we have a position.