Reclaiming the Professional Narrative: Optimism, Action, and a Roadmap for the Future of Physical Therapist Education
The profession's future depends on thinking beyond traditional roles and leading at the systems level. Educators are essential to this transformation, not in silos but as partners in shaping the next generation. Together, we are not just preparing clinicians; we are building a more innovative, equitable, and adaptable workforce. Those who shape the profession's educational pathways are in the best position to help define what comes next.
Authors
- Kendra Gagnon (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9191-0664)
- Evan V. Papa (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5013-3018)
- John J. Mischke
Institutions
- Tufts University (US)
- Johns Hopkins University (US)
- Johns Hopkins Medicine (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Physical Therapy Education
- Published
- 2026-01-15
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/jte.0000000000000475
- Primary Topic
- Occupational Therapy Practice and Research
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00