In 100 words or less, prepare a statement of how your experience and expertise could be used in the office you seek to further the objectives of the Aquatic Physical Therapy Section. Please be sure to include any experience you have that is specifically relevant to the position for which you have been nominated.

I am currently serving the section as Vice President of Governance. I have served the Aquatic Physical Therapy Section in a leadership position from 2005 to 2009 as 2nd Vice President of Programming. Through my collaboration with the National Swimming Pool Foundation in 2010, the annual Aquatic Summit is now held at the World Aquatic Health Conference. Programming for the Aquatic Summit remains one of my responsibilities.

Since 1999 I have attended all CSM and nearly all APTA annual meetings. I have been involved at chapter level with programming and reimbursement.

In 100 words or less, explain your perceptions of the direction the Aquatic Physical Therapy Section should take in the future and how your goals for the position you seek will affect this end.

I would like the Aquatic Physical Therapy Section to be the preferred choice for networking and continuing education for those involved in Aquatic Physical Therapy. The section should take a leading role in facilitating and promoting Aquatic Physical Therapy Research.

I believe the future of Aquatic Physical Therapy has tremendous potential and our section needs to help shape that future for its members and for society.

Provide brief biographical information in 100 words or less, highlighting your education, work experience, current employment and volunteer work with APTA and other organizations. Include any other information you wish to share.

I am a Physical Therapist in Private Practice since 1988.  Aquatic Section current Vice President of Governance,  past  Vice President of Programming (2005-2009) and 2nd Vice President elect (2004-2005). On state level I have served as Chair of the Continuing Education Committee (2000-2005), and member of the Reimbursement Advisory Committee (2000-2005).

In 100 words or less, prepare a statement of how your experience and expertise could be used in the office you seek to further the objectives of the Aquatic Physical Therapy Section. Please be sure to include any experience you have that is specifically relevant to the position for which you have been nominated.

It has always been my mission to provide the most efficient and effective physical/aquatic therapy service. Understanding the importance of evidence-based practice, it's my goal to promote research on new aquatic interventions that improve patient results and overall functionality. I participated in the first AquaStretchTM TKR study in 2010-2011. Also, I submitted an application for the Health Care Innovative Challenge provided by Medicare/Medicaid. Additionally, I spoke at the PCCHA in Las Vegas at a UNLV sponsored event presenting AquaStretchTM and "Health Cost Savings & Research Opportunities." I am motivated to take my enthusiasm for research to the APTA.

In 100 words or less, explain your perceptions of the direction the Aquatic Physical Therapy Section should take in the future and how your goals for the position you seek will affect this end.

I perceive the Aquatic PT Section will continue their efforts to provide quality education to professionals, students and communities both within and outside the physical therapy practice on the importance and effectiveness of aquatic therapy. I would continue to support this education process by offering, creating and/or promoting aquatic programing to meet the specific needs of current members and to drive new memberships by gaining new interest in the aquatic therapy industry. I would strongly promote aquatic programs and interventions such as AquaStretchTM, a new form of myofascial release that has demonstrated much promise for physical therapy.

Provide brief biographical information in 100 words or less, highlighting your education, work experience, current employment and volunteer work with APTA and other organizations. Include any other information you wish to share.

I'm an Aquatic PT and owner of Aquatic Rehab & Wellness Center in Lake Havasu City, AZ. I obtained my DPT from A.T. Still University in 2002. I'm a credentialed clinical instructor and am adjunct faculty for the PTA program at Mohave Community College. I became one of the first trained as an AquaStretchTM Instructor at the UNLV Wellness Center in 2010. I serve as faculty with Aquatic Therapy & Rehab Institute (ATRI) and co-authored the ATRI AquaStretch Specialty Certificate manual. I'm a member of the APTA and Aquatics Section. My practice is 100% devoted to aquatic therapy.

In 100 words or less, prepare a statement of how your experience and expertise could be used in the office you seek to further the objectives of the Aquatic Physical Therapy Section. Please be sure to include any experience you have that is specifically relevant to the position for which you have been nominated.

I have several leadership roles in a variety of committees and initiatives in our association. My involvement in APTA and professional organizations has afforded me the opportunity to obtain first-hand knowledge of the role of the Director of Research to promote future research opportunities for our section. As a result of my work and publications in the area of aquatic therapy, I have been invited by many journals to review articles that present research in the area of aquatic therapy. My involvement in this area has afforded me the opportunity to obtain knowledge of the trends, needs and current research in the area of aquatic physical therapy.

In 100 words or less, explain your perceptions of the direction the Aquatic Physical Therapy Section should take in the future and how your goals for the position you seek will affect this end.

Given the complex and dynamic health care environment, it is important that research in aquatic physical therapy continues to evolve and advance. One of my goals as the Director of Research is to promote research in the area of aquatic physical therapy by empowering both clinicians and researchers to generate, disseminate, and translate aquatic research that will guide best evidence-based clinical practice. I will work diligently to support activities of the APTA related to investigation of aquatic therapy; increase research in aquatic therapy to advance evidence based practice; network with other APTA Sections, as appropriate; disseminate results of research in aquatic therapy; promote publishing aquatic therapy research; and support the research-related needs of aquatic physical therapists.

Provide brief biographical information in 100 words or less, highlighting your education, work experience, current employment and volunteer work with APTA and other organizations. Include any other information you wish to share.

I am a Pediatric (PCS) and Neurology (NCS) Certified Clinical Specialist. I have several leadership roles in a variety of committees and initiatives in our association and professional organizations including the Neurology Section Research Committee, American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties, and Item writer for the Federation of State Board of Physical Therapy (FSBPT). My research focuses on the development of effective aquatic treatment strategies for individuals with neurological deficits. I have several publications in peer-reviewed journals and numerous presentations at national and international level conferences. I successfully obtained several funding to support aquatic research. I also have been invited to review many aquatic articles in journals and national level conferences. I have been selected recently to serve as an editor for the Aquatic Section's Clinical Competency Certificate Program.

In 100 words or less, prepare a statement of how your experience and expertise could be used in the office you seek to further the objectives of the Aquatic Physical Therapy Section. Please be sure to include any experience you have that is specifically relevant to the position for which you have been nominated.

In my 12 years as a physical therapist, I've been fortunate to have the opportunity to work with and meet a strong support network. I've worked in a variety of settings including SNF's, school based, sensory integration clinics, home based services and most recently a Wellness Aquatic Facility. It is through these experiences along with continued education courses and conferences that I have developed relationships that will carry over in my role as part of the nominating committee if I'm elected.

In 100 words or less, explain your perceptions of the direction the Aquatic Physical Therapy Section should take in the future and how your goals for the position you seek will affect this end.

In terms of the direction I perceive the section to take in the future, it will need to involve all sections of the APT A. Whether it be through direct programming or joint programming, the Aquatic Section will need to work with other sections to bring aquatic physical therapy to all segments of our population.

Provide brief biographical information in 100 words or less, highlighting your education, work experience, current employment and volunteer work with APTA and other organizations. Include any other information you wish to share.

I graduated from the University of California at Davis in 1995 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and a passion for pediatrics. In 2001, I received my Masters in Physical therapy from California State University, Fresno. I have over 12 years of experience in working with infants and children and their families in their homes, schools, the community, and clinic. I enjoy traveling, swimming, hiking and dancing with my 7 year old twin girls.

In 100 words or less, prepare a statement of how your experience and expertise could be used in the office you seek to further the objectives of the Aquatic Physical Therapy Section. Please be sure to include any experience you have that is specifically relevant to the position for which you have been nominated.

Having been involved in various positions with the Aquatics Section, and running for the office which I have held for the past (3) years, I believe that my experience to date will help the Section to fulfill its goals. Since the Secretary position is involved with both the website and awards, these are areas which can both educate and involve membership. Prior to the Secretary position, I had been Director of Practice, which helped me to keep abreast of ongoing trends in aquatic therapy delivery and significant research affecting practice. It would be honor to continue to serve again as Secretary to develop this aspect of the Secretary position.

In 100 words or less, explain your perceptions of the direction the Aquatic Physical Therapy Section should take in the future and how your goals for the position you seek will affect this end.

The Aquatics Section is continuing on a path of both education/certification and collaboration with others in the industry. Currently, my goals for the position of Secretary would be: (1) expand the website to include relevant aquatic therapy and industry trends; (2) provide collaborative work between other APTA Sections and those involved in the Aquatics industry; (3) facilitate PT's interested in securing other aquatics-related certifications a connection to do so.

Provide brief biographical information in 100 words or less, highlighting your education, work experience, current employment and volunteer work with APTA and other organizations. Include any other information you wish to share.

I have been a Section member for over 15 years, and involved in various positions for (9). At present I am pursuing the DPT, with the hope of successful completion as of 12/2012. Additionally, I have served at the state level in several capacities. Other organization involvement includes: member of AEA research committee; instructor for ATRI; trainer for staff involved with both Marine and Army Wounded Warrior Programs; (13)-year Captain of a American Cancer Society Relay for Life Team having raised over $150, 000 dollars to date; various church committees.