Candidates and Candidate Statements for 2017 Election Online voting begins on Friday, September 8, 2017

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1 Treasurer Candidates and Candidate Statements for 2017 Election Online voting begins on Friday, September 8, Zach Steele, PT, DPT, OCS Midwestern University, DPT Washington State University, BS, Biology Outpatient Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Services, Owner APTA Member Since 2007 PTWA Treasurer, 2015-present APTA Finance and Audit Committee APTA Private Practice Section Finance Committee Covington Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Covington Economic Development Council Board of Directors Over the past few years I have served on both the PPS and APTA finance committees and most recently as PTWA treasurer. During my first term as PTWA treasurer I learned a tremendous amount from both our PTWA staff and fellow board members. I feel these experiences have helped me build a solid foundation of knowledge which I can use to help our chapter continue to grow and evolve. I am excited about the opportunity to run again and hope I can continue to serve and help PTWA thrive as an organization.

2 Eastern Washington At-Large Director Noel Ybarra, PT, DPT, OCS University of Washington, DPT Oregon State University, BS Lourdes Medical Center, Physical Therapist APTA Member Since 2007 PTWA Eastern Washington At-Large Director, 2015-present Tri Cities Manual Therapy Study Group Leader, 2014-present PTWA Tri-Cities District Chair, Honors and Awards Under Represented Minority Achievement Scholarship, College Assistance Migrant Program Scholarship, It has been an honor to serve on the PTWA Board of Directors, as the Eastern At Large Director, since I have contributed to PTWA s strategic plan and vision furthering our profession as vital health professionals, not only now but for the future. I have helped identify the need for archiving PTWA s Board of Directors electronic records improving access and historical reference for current and future board members utilization. I have grown personally and professionally in my role and have great pride in serving as a voice for Washington state PTs, PTAs and patients. Representing PTWA and educating our current legislators of our contributions and challenges of our profession has been rewarding. I embrace the opportunity to continue my service as the PTWA Eastern At-Large Director working to propel our profession s growth into a strong, influential voice that meets the health care challenges our communities and society now face.

3 Professional Enhancement Panel Director Meryl Roth Gersh PT, PhD State University of New York at Buffalo, BS, Physical Therapy Emory University, MMSc, Physical Therapy Gonzaga University, PhD, Leadership Studies Eastern Washington University Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, Professor Emerita (ret.) APTA Member Since 1972 Electrotherapy Interest Group Resource Person, 2000-present PTWA Board of Directors, Eastern Washington At-Large Director, PTWA Nominating Committee, Chair, 1986, PTWA Nominating Committee, , PTWA Board of Directors, District Director, PTWA Editorial Advisory Board and Publications Committee, Chair, PTWA Delegate to APTA House of Delegates, 1986, 1987, 1996, 1997, 1999, 2000, 2002, 2003 APTA Academy of Clinical Electrophysiology and Wound Management, Electrotherapy Subgroup, Co-Chair, APTA Academy of Clinical Electrophysiology and Wound Management, Nominating Committee, APTA Academy of Clinical Electrophysiology and Wound Management, Nominating Committee Chair, 2001 APTA Academy of Clinical Electrophysiology and Wound Management, Curriculum Guidelines Taskforce, APTA Academy of Clinical Electrophysiology and Wound Management, Continuing Committee, APTA Academy of Clinical Electrophysiology and Wound Management, Vice President, Spokane Area Jewish Family Services, Board of Directors, June 2012-present) Krista Foundation for Global Citizenship, Volunteer, 2006-present Meryl Roth Gersh continued on next page

4 Professional Enhancement Panel Director Meryl Roth Gersh continued: Honors and Awards APTA Lucy Blair Service Award, 2010 Eastern Washington University Trustee s Medal, 2010 PTWA Physical Therapist of the Year, 2010 PTWA Distinguished Service Award, 2000 APTA Section on Clinical Electrophysiology Award for Excellence, 1996 Eastern Washington University Founder s Day Faculty Achievement Award College of Health Social and Public Service, 1993 SUNY Buffalo Dean s Award for Scholarship, Merit, and Community Service, 1974 SUNY Buffalo Alpha Eta Society for Scholarship in Allied Health, 1974 SUNY Buffalo Alpha Lambda Delta Freshman Honor Society, 1971 PTWA policy states: The Professional Enhancement Director seeks to assure that activities of PTWA that pertain to education, research, and the dissemination of information are carried out in a professional, objective, and ethical manner, and to the extent possible are based on valid, current evidence. I believe that I am uniquely qualified for this position. I have dedicated 32 years of my professional career to the education of physical therapists, with emphasis in the areas of curriculum development, professionalism and ethical behavior. My research and publications focus on the professional behaviors of physical therapists and the evidence base for biophysical and electrotherapeutic agents. I have extensive experience in written communications as an author and journal reviewer, and have served PTWA in both the education and editorial realms. I am blessed to have the experience, energy, and time now to serve as the Professional Enhancement Panel Director and welcome your support.

5 Chief Delegate Jenny Jordan, PT, DPT Eastern Washington University, DPT Washington State University, BS, Biology St. Luke s Rehabilitation Institute at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center, Staff Physical Therapist APTA Member Since 2009 PTWA Delegate, APTA House of Delegates, 2012-present PTWA Legislative Committee Member, I am greatly honored to be asked to run for chief delegate. In my four short years on the Washington state delegation, I have had the opportunity to have excellent mentorship and support in order to perform well in this leadership position. I have held many leadership positions, starting as a young junior high student being involved in ASB leadership, throughout college, PT school and in my career. I want to continue to serve the physical therapy profession and APTA in the best way that I can. I feel that with my leadership experience and support from the current delegation, I will be able to serve the association as your new chief delegate. Thank you!

6 PTA Caucus Representative Vincent Nguyenpham, PTA Pima Medical Institute, Associate of Occupational Science Northwest Hospital & Medical Center, Physical Therapist Assistant APTA Member Since 2012 PTWA PTA Caucus Representative, 2017 PTWA Board of Directors, PTA Director, 2016-present PTWA PTA Special Interest Group, Chair, 2015-present PTWA PTA Caucus Representative Alternate, PTWA PTA Student Liaison to the Board of Directors, Seattle Wheelchair Rugby Association Board of Directors, Vice President, 2012-present Seattle Wheelchair Rugby Association Board of Directors, Equipment Manager, 2012-present Honors and Awards PTWA PTA of the Year, 2015 I have been blessed to see the passion for the physical therapy profession by many of my peers, both PTs and PTAs, through my experiences on the board and attending the APTA House of Delegates. These great leaders lit a flame in me for the excitement and need to be involved in the growth and unity of our profession. Serving others makes me happy. I feel with my experience at the APTA House of Delegates and on the PTWA Board of Directors, I can represent the PTAs for the State of Washington with an open and objective mind to better the profession.

7 Nominating Committee Amanda Scharen, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS Creighton University, DPT Gonzaga University, BS, Exercise Science Therapeutic Associates Ballard Physical Therapy, Staff Physical Therapist APTA Member Since 2009 PTWA Delegate, APTA House of Delegates, 2015-present PTWA Reimbursement Committee, 2015-present PT Pub Night, Seattle-area Host, 2014-present Greyhound Pets, 2015 to present American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists, 2016 to present I would like to thank the PTWA Nominating Committee for this opportunity to run. I believe that involvement in our state professional association is an integral part of moving our profession forward and promoting physical therapy to the public. I remember what it was like to want to get involved in PTWA and the APTA, but having no idea where to start. I would like to serve on the PTWA Nominating Committee to help find those people who want to be involved. Having hosted PT Pub Night in the Seattle area for over two years, I have widened my network of wonderful PTs, PTAs and SPTs and have had many conversations with my colleagues across different practice settings about what involvement in the APTA and PTWA can look like. Encouraging and empowering others to get involved in our profession is an exciting responsibility to me. Thank you for your vote!

8 Susan Chalcraft, PT, DPT Evidence in Motion, tdpt Evidence in Motion, Certification in Practice Management University of Washington, MS, Rehabilitation Medicine University of Washington, BS, Physical Therapy Rehabilitation Services Manager, Providence Mount Carmel and Providence St. Josephs Hospitals APTA Member Since 1981 PTWA Delegate, APTA House of Delegates, 2007-present PTWA Nominating Committee Chair, 2017 PTWA Nominating Committee, 2016-present WPT-PAC Secretary, 2011-present APTA Advocacy Awards Committee, 2016-present APTA HPA Management Course Committee, Chair, 2016-present APTA Rural Health Care Forum Group, 2017-present PTWA Legislative Committee, PTWA Delegate to the APTA House of Delegates, PTWA Dry Needling Workgroup PTWA Mentoring Task Force APTA Graham Sessions Planning Committee PTWA President, PTWA President Elect, PTWA Vice President, PTWA Nominating Committee Chair, 1996 PTWA Nominating Committee, PTWA Legislative Committee Chair, PTWA Public School Guidelines Task Force, , 1987, 1991 PTWA Public School Liaison, APTA PT Journal Editor-in-Chief Search Committee, APTA Models of Service Delivery Task Force, APTA LAMP Administration and Management Sub-Committee Susan Chalcraft continued on next page

9 Susan Chalcraft Continued Colville Rotary, 2017-present Honors and Awards Washington Society of Association Executives Volunteer in Association Service Award, 2012 PTWA Donna El Din Distinguished Service Award, 2012 APTA State Legislative Leadership Award, 2005 PTWA Physical Therapist of the Year,1999 I will continue to be effective in the position of delegate because of my passion and experience in association governance, because I represent a practice area (rural health care) that is under-represented in the APTA House of Delegates, and because of my ability to mentor newer delegates and leaders. We are entering into exciting times as a profession. The APTA board has been charged with updating our mission as an organization. The house is reviewing and consolidating house policies. In addition we are working to define our scope and who we are as a profession and will be anticipating and responding to changes in health care. As a delegation we will have multiple new delegates and a new chief delegate. It is important to have delegates who are open to organizational change, but also to have some delegates who also have a history in APTA governance. It is also important to have delegates that represent a diversity of practice settings so that we can consider impact of changes on all settings, not just on the most common ones. Finally it is important to have seasoned delegates who will be able to assist our new chief delegate in their new leadership role and who is able to mentor newer delegates who are new to the process of APTA governance. I have been able to successfully perform all of these roles in the past and would like the opportunity to continue in these roles in the future. I thank you for your vote.

10 Matt Currier, PT, DPT, CSCS University of Illinois at Chicago, DPT University of Washington, BA, American Ethnic Studies Kaiser Permanente, Staff Physical Therapist APTA Member Since 2012 Seattle/King County Clinic, PT Area Lead, 2016-present Being relatively early in my career, I feel I can bring a fresh perspective to the issues at hand. I am constantly excited about our profession and would be honored to represent our community at both the local and national level.

11 Carrie Hall, PT, MHS Washington University, MHS St. Louis University, BS, Physical Therapy Movement Systems Physical Therapy, President APTA Member Since 1982 PTWA Assistive Personnel Task Foce, 2016-present PTWA Professional Enhancement Panel Director, 2013-present PTWA Committee Member, 2013-present PTWA Reimbursement Committee Member, 2015-present Arthritis Foundation, Western Washington Advisory Board, 2014-present National Charity League, 2006 to present Honors and Awards PTWA Award for Clinical Excellence, 2013 Washington University Alumni of the Year Award, 2009 I have been on the PTWA Board of Directors for the past four years and have served on vital committees for PTWA. I am committed to PTWA on many levels and I feel I am ready to serve as a representative for our chapter, and vote as asked by the BODs and/or membership at the APTA House of Delegates. I am very proud of our chapter and excited about the opportunity to represent our state at the national level. Thank you for the opportunity to run for this position. I would be honored to serve the membership in this capacity.

12 Jennifer Lesko, PT, DPT Evidence In Motion Institute of Health Professions, DPT North Georgia College and State University, MS, Physical Therapy Oregon State University, BS, Biology Therapeutic Associates Inc Queen Anne Physical Therapy, Director of Physical Therapy APTA Member Since 1996 PTWA Chief Delegate, 2009-present APTA PT-PAC Ambassador, Washington State, 2013-present APTA Key Contact, 2004-present APTA Public Policy and Advocacy Committee, APTA Models of Service Delivery Task Force, PTWA Legislative Committee, PTWA Vice President, PTWA Delegate to the APTA House of Delegates, PTWA Federal Affairs Liaison, Honors and Awards PTWA Physical Therapist of the Year, 2012 Therapeutic Associates Dan Jones Service Award, 2009 APTA Emerging Leader Award, 2006 I have had the privilege to serve Washington as the chief delegate for eight years. In my role, I implemented processes and a spirit of collaboration allowing the delegation to efficiently expedite the work of the house. In my tenure, the delegation established itself as a respected and influential group within the house. As a component leader, the APTA and the House of Delegates has evolved and I would bring a historical perspective to the delegation should I be elected. The last three years I also served on the APTA Public Policy and Advocacy Committee providing strategic advice, counsel and options to the APTA Board of Directors regarding APTA s response to current and emerging public policy issues impacting the profession, societal needs, and health care while advancement of the profession within public policy arenas. I wish to use my experience to engage in the discussion. I ask for your vote as a delegate.

13 Murray Maitland, PT, PhD University of British Columbia, BS, Rehabilitation University of British Columbia, MSc, Anatomy University of Calgary, PhD, Joint Injuries and Arthritis University of Washington, Division of Physical Therapy, Associate Professor APTA Member Since 2003 PTWA Delegate, APTA House of Delegates, 2015-present APTA Awards Committee, Subcommittee on Publications, 2017-present APTA Orthopaedic Section Awards Committee, 2015-present APTA Orthopaedic Section, Imaging Special Interest Group, 2014-present APTA Orthopaedic Section, Research Committee, APTA Awards Committee, Subcommittee on Publications, Other Community Service Activities Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine, Editorial Board Physical Therapy Reviews, Editorial Board Reviewer - Congressionally Mandated Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program, University of Washington Institute for Translational Health Sciences, Clinical Journal of Sports Medicine, Journal of Hand Therapy, Arthritis & Rheumatism, Arthritis Care & Research, Journal of Physical Therapy Honors and Awards Alberta Physiotherapy Association Professional Achievement Award, 2001 Canadian Academy of Sports Medicine R.Tait McKenzie Award, 1994 Alberta Physioltherapy Association Professional Achievement Award, 1991 As a delegate the last two years, it has been a wonderful experience working with other Washington state delegates and members. I have been active on the APTA House of Delegates listserve, communicating with other delegates, and speaking on the floor. Many delegates have remarked about the thoughtful comments I bring to discussions. I have been especially active in areas of scope of practice. Over the next term, I hope to work toward improved communication between the House of Delegates, APTA Board of Directors and membership so that people better understand ongoing work that benefits the profession. Thank you for this opportunity and I appreciate hearing your thoughts on the many topics at a local or national level.

14 Ryan McElgunn, PT, DPT, CCI, FCE-Joule System Eastern Washington University, DPT Colorado State University, BS, Exercise and Sports Science St Luke s Rehabilitation Institute, Physical Therapist Spokane Teaching Health Clinic, Advanced Clinician-Primary Therapist APTA Member Since 2006 PTWA Greater Spokane District Spokane Public Montessori School Program, Chaperone, 2012-present Lookout Pass Race Team, Course Maintenance/Race Operations, 2014-present Spokane Public Schools Career Fair, 2016-present Spokane Youth Sports Association and Spokane Breakers FC, Coach, 2011-present I am honored to be nominated for delegate. I am seeking this position in order to represent my community, my profession and my patients at one of the highest levels of influence for physical therapists. I hope to assist in fully realizing the potential for physical therapy to promote health, wellness and to ease suffering in our society. I bring a breadth of experience from working in multiple settings; acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient orthopedics, chronic pain management, and now collaborating with Eastern Washington University to provide a more comprehensive and integrated clinical education experience for the therapists of tomorrow. I will strive to represent my colleagues effectively and work to develop meaningful connections between our communities in Washington state and our national leadership. It would be an honor and a privilege to represent you at the APTA House of Delegates.

15 Donelle Odren, PT, DPT Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, DPT Eastern Washington University, BS, Physical Therapy Whitworth University, BA, Spokane Falls Community College PTA program, Instructor/ACCE APTA Member Since 1990 PTWA Delegate, APTA House of Delegates, 2013-present PTWA Greater Spokane District Chair, 2014-present PTWA Ethics Committee, 2016-present PTWA Nominating Committee, 2016-present PTWA Assistive Personnel Task Force, 2017-present APTA Section, PTA SIG Clinical Committee, 2011-present PTWA Board of Directors, Region VI Director, PTWA Spokane District Chair, Team PT captain, Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, 2008-present Honors and Awards National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development Award, 2017 PTWA Donna El-Din Distinguished Service Award, 2017 I want to thank the PTWA Nominating Committee for this opportunity. I have thoroughly enjoyed my position as a Washington delegate and the amazing opportunity to set policy and discuss the future of our profession. The political climate can be fascinating and frustrating but I feel prepared to offer perspective and valuable experience. My experience in education lends itself to the conversations within the delegation regarding what we teach our upcoming professionals and the requirements our programs are held to. I would appreciate the opportunity to represent our state PTs and PTAs as many new agenda items will affect our profession for years to come. I am excited to participate with an outstanding group of Washington delegates representing our state perspectives. Thank you for the past four years and I look forward to another opportunity to serve Washington state.

16 Carley Rissman, PT, DPT University of Washington, DPT Western Washington University, BA, Dance and English/Creative Writing Providence Mount St. Vincent, On-call Physical Therapist APTA Member Since 2014 PTWA Board of Directors, PT Student Liaison, PTWA Student SIG, Board Liaison, I am running for the position of delegate because I feel that I have the knowledge and experience to represent Washington PTs. I am a new professional entering the field with a diversity of experience. As a student, I was heavily involved in representing the needs of fellow students, both in Washington and across the country, including assisting at the 2016 APTA House of Delegates. Prior to my re-entry to academia, I spent nearly six years in various roles within the public affairs and governance of a HMO. That work was centered on supporting state and federal legislative and regulatory work. I also have extensive customer service and administrative skills, specifically in organization and communication on behalf of executives and board members. I believe my unique set of skills would be beneficial to the role of Delegate, as well as allow me to continue to engage with this vibrant member association!

17 Daphne Ryan, PT, DPT, MS Regis University, DPT University of Colorado, MS, Kinesiology University of Colorado, BA, Kinesiology Naval Hospital Oak Harbor, NAS Whidbey Island, Embedded Direct Access Physical Therapist Medical Home Port and Aviation Medical Clinics, Spine and Orthopedic Specialist APTA Member Since 2001 PTWA Secretary, 2014-present PTWA Delegate, APTA House of Delegates, 2006-present PTWA Federal Affairs Liaison, 2013-present PTWA Chronic Pain/Opioid Alternative Task Force, 2016-present PTWA Legislative Committee, 2005-present PTWA Whatcom District Chair, PTWA Mentoring Task Force, PTWA Manipulation Task Force, APTA Awards Committee, Subcommittee on Advocacy, Chair, 2015 APTA Orthopedic Section Membership Committee, APTA New Professionals Development Task Force, APTA Student Assembly Board of Directors, Delegate Bellingham Mountain Rescue Council, 2016-present Whatcom County Search and Rescue, 2016-present MHS Genesis EMR TSWAG Rehab Committee, 2017-present UW Telehealth Chronic Pain Think Tank, 2017-present Mountain Outdoor First Aide, 2016-present Honors and Awards APTA Emerging Leader Award, 2007 Leadership Appreciation Award, APTA Student Assembly, 2003 Outstanding Researcher Award, Regis University, 2002 Daphne Ryan continued on next page

18 Daphne Ryan Continued The position of delegate represents you, the member, at the highest level of governance within APTA. I thank you for your confidence to serve you in the past. The APTA House of Delegates takes action to direct the future of our profession. This coming year, we may be discussing if sections have a vote in the house. I would like to be involved in that discussion. Our delegation is known for its diligence and thoughtfulness. My position as a direct access PT within the medical clinic at Naval Hospital Oak Harbor provides a unique flavor to our conversations. Implementing PT services within 24 hours for our military, where pain is relieved without opioids or surgery, is invigorating. I want to bring this unique perspective to the discussion table. My history of PTWA and section service gives me discernment regarding PTWA s cultural needs at the grassroots, state, and federal levels. I look forward to supporting Jenny Jordan as she follows the extraordinary leadership of Jennifer Lesko as Chief. Having walked Jenny s journey as an emerging leader myself, I look forward to supporting her at the helm. I humbly ask for your vote.

19 Amanda Scharen, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS Creighton University, DPT Gonzaga University, BS, Exercise Science Therapeutic Associates Ballard Physical Therapy, Staff Physical Therapist APTA Member Since 2009 PTWA Delegate to the APTA House of Delegates, 2015 to present PTWA Reimbursement Committee, 2015 to present APTA Orthopaedic Section Member PT Pub Night, Seattle-area Host, 2014 to 2017 Greyhound Pets, 2015 to present American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists, 2016 to present Thank you to the PTWA Nominating Committee for considering me. As a new delegate, I was greeted by a steep learning curve and am ready to employ my past experience to serve for another term. One of the most exciting moments of my career as a physical therapist was arriving at the APTA House of Delegates for my first term in Nashville. It was amazing to see how this body drives the APTA and our profession forward, and I hope to continue to serve as an advocate for how our profession advances in the future. Our health care environment is ever changing, and through sitting down with other PTs and PTAs at PT Pub Nights, I have learned about the issues and concerns that our profession has in a wide range of practice settings. By communicating with people who work across the lifespan and in different practice settings, I feel I am an excellent candidate to represent PTWA to the House of Delegates. I would be honored to serve as a PTWA Delegate again. Thank you for your consideration.