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Nominations for Member Awards Given at Fall Conference
Outstanding Cardiovascular and Pulmonary PT Resident of the Year AwardThis award honors a physical therapy resident who has excelled in their cardiovascular and pulmonary specialty residency program by demonstrating exceptional clinical expertise, academic achievement, professional growth, and contributions to the profession. As part of this award, the recipient will receive a financial stipend towards future continuing education opportunities. The awardee will be recognized at APTA CSM. NEW in 2026: This award will be given at the 2026 Fall Conference. Application Deadline is July 1st, 2026 Download the full award description.
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 Ellen Hillegass Lecture Leadership Development and Innovation in Mentorship Award The award was created acknowledge an individual who has made outstanding and enduring contributions to the practice of CVP physical therapy through advocacy to equip the next generation as exemplified in the professional career of Ellen Hillegass. Congratulations to our 2026 Recipient: Meryl Cohen who give Ellen Hillegass Lecture at the 2026 Fall Conference on Friday, September 11th.
Application Deadline for 2027 is October 1st, 2026 Download the full award description. Complete the online application
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