APTA NY SSIG

The SSIG is an organization by students, for students. Its aim is to serve New York PT and PTA students.

Our organization is a Special Interest Group under the New York Physical Therapy Association (NYPTA).

03/06/2026

Join us for an insightful session with Dr. Craig Wassinger as he discusses the role of Yellow Flag screening in pain management.
🗓 Wednesday, March 25
⏰ 7:30 PM EST
💻 Via WebEx
Learn how psychosocial factors influence persistent pain and why screening is essential for better patient outcomes.
🔗 Register using the link below to secure your spot! https://doodle.com/sign-up-sheet/participate/2a66588c-80b6-4200-af2e-09799931a08f/select

02/23/2026

Join us for Travel PT Unfiltered: Pay, Contracts & Career Strategy with Mason Baker, DPT, CSCS!
Thinking about travel PT or looking to level up your contract game? Get real-world insight on pay packages, contract negotiation, and building a sustainable travel career from a full-time travel PT and founder of The Travel DPT.
🗓️ Wednesday, February 25, 2026 ⏰ 7:30 PM EST
💻 Live via WebEx
Don’t miss this honest, strategy-focused conversation designed to help you move with clarity and confidence.
Register below ⬇️ https://doodle.com/sign-up-sheet/ participate/c169668b-c180-4c08-a258-c37a386acfdd/ select

02/18/2026

Join us for Travel PT Unfiltered: Pay, Contracts & Career Strategy with Mason Baker, DPT, CSCS!
Thinking about travel PT or looking to level up your contract game? Get real-world insight on pay packages, contract negotiation, and building a sustainable travel career from a full-time travel PT and founder of The Travel DPT.
🗓 Wednesday, February 25, 2026
⏰ 7:30 PM EST
💻 Live via WebEx
Don’t miss this honest, strategy-focused conversation designed to help you move with clarity and confidence. Register below! https://doodle.com/sign-up-sheet/participate/c169668b-c180-4c08-a258-c37a386acfdd/select

02/02/2026

This , we honor Black leaders who have shaped and strengthened the physical therapy profession.
Their advocacy, scholarship, and leadership continue to open doors for future clinicians and students.
We celebrate their impact—not just this month, but always.
RepresentationMatters

01/16/2026

Physical Therapy ranked #7 on the Top 10 Jobs for 2026 🙌
Strong demand, growing wages, and meaningful impact—our profession continues to lead.
Proud to be part of the APTA SSIG community advancing the future of PT. 💪🩺

01/12/2026

Rotations are all about growth, so embrace the process, stay humble and keep learning 🧠💪🏻

01/06/2026

Beyond the hit 🧠💥 Join us for an insightful talk on concussions in sports & everyday life with Dr. Gwen Haffenden.
📅 Jan 8 | ⏰ 7:30 PM | 💻 WebEx
🔗 Sign up: https://doodle.com/sign-up-sheet/participate/ec662277-0638-4ac4-a20b-6152a88ebadd/select

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving 🦃🍁

11/18/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Patrick VanBeveren, a physical therapist since 1972, nationally recognized author and speaker, and the Executive Director of Empower Parkinson, Inc.
With over 50 years of experience in PT, as a private-practice owner, educator, NYPTA President, and rehab supervisor, Dr. VanBeveren has dedicated his career to advocating for patients and advancing the profession. In 2017, he founded Rock Steady Boxing, which grew into Empower Parkinson, providing holistic wellness programs and hope for those living with Parkinson’s in Central NY.
Join us as Dr. VanBeveren shares: 💪 Insights on Parkinson’s disease 🤝 How Empower supports those living with Parkinson’s 🚀 His journey of starting Empower as a nonprofit 💡 Advice for anyone looking to start their own business
📅 Don’t miss this inspiring session!
RSVP Here: https://doodle.com/sign-up-sheet/participate/7324ad87-68d7-4780-bc0e-5e03d58a88d1/select  

10/29/2025

🏈⚾️ LET’S TALK SPORTS: RESIDENCY EDITION 🏀⚽️
Join us Monday, Nov 10th @ 7:30–8:30PM via Webex for an inspiring session with Esteban Ramírez, PT, DPT, Sports Physical Therapy Resident at the Hospital for Special Surgery!

📅 Date: Monday, Nov 10th
🕢 Time: 7:30–8:30 PM
💻 Platform: Webex
🔗 Register using this link: https://doodle.com/sign-up-sheet/participate/a820998a-6d8e-40a1-b46b-2c5c0402bafb/select

10/22/2025

Happy Physical Therapy Month! From the first crawl to graceful aging, physical therapy empowers movement at every stage of life.

10/15/2025

Join Dr. Salsabeel S. Khazaleh, DPT, for an inspiring talk on starting out as a travel PT! Learn about the unique journey of combining acute care and outpatient settings while making healthcare more accessible and compassionate.
When: Tuesday, Oct. 28th
Time: 7:30-8:30 PM
Where: Webex (RSVP: https://doodle.com/sign-up-sheet/participate/b06f6f95-6bde-4e36-90ac-f862c606e4d5/select)

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http://www.nypta.org/group/StudentSIG

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