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Overview

This session brings together educators and healthcare professionals to explore how interprofessional education (IPE) can be effectively implemented across institutions. Attendees will gain insight into innovative strategies that promote collaboration among disciplines, enhance student learning, and better prepare future healthcare providers for team-based care environments.

What You’ll Learn

  • Practical approaches to integrating interprofessional education into curricula
  • Strategies for collaboration across institutions and programs
  • Methods for improving student engagement and outcomes
  • Real-world examples of successful IPE initiatives

Session Highlights

Led by experienced educators and leaders in physical therapy and healthcare education, this session focuses on collaboration, innovation, and real-world application. Speakers will share lessons learned, challenges, and scalable solutions that can be adapted to a variety of academic and clinical settings.

Who Should Attend

  • Physical therapy educators and faculty
  • Academic program leaders and administrators
  • Clinical instructors and preceptors
  • Healthcare educators interested in interprofessional collaboration

Why It Matters

As healthcare continues to evolve, the ability to work across disciplines is critical. This session emphasizes the importance of preparing students for collaborative, patient-centered care, ensuring they are equipped with the skills needed in today’s healthcare landscape.

Get Involved

Join us to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and discover new ways to advance interprofessional education within your institution.

Upcoming:

Feb. 4-6, 2027: Philadelphia, PA

    • Session proposals: CLOSED
      • Open Jan. 14, 2026.
      • Close April 15, 2026.
    • Platform and poster abstracts:
      • Open March 2, 2026.
      • Close July 15, 2026.

Submit Your Abstract
Future Dates:
  • Feb. 10-12, 2028: Chicago, IL
  • Feb. 15-17, 2029: Anaheim, CA
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Leadership

Chairs:

  • Frances E. Kistner, PT, PhD
  • Michael C. Furtado, PT, DPT
  • Jaime K. Bayzick, PT, DPT

Director for Scholarly Engagement:

  • Michael Buck, PT, MSPT, ATC, PhD

Contact

If you have any questions or would like additional guidance, please contact: CSMChair@aptaeducation.org