The Duke Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program made a notable impact at the 2024 American Physical Therapy Association North Carolina (APTA NC) Annual Conference at High Point University, showcasing its commitment to advancing the field of physical therapy.
The event was hosted by Jeff Taylor '05, Chair of the High Point DPT Department, and featured a strong presence of Duke students, faculty, and alumni. Their active participation in presentations, workshops, and discussions highlighted Duke's leadership in clinical practice, research, and education, further solidifying the program's influence within the professional community.
Several members of the Duke DPT community presented at the conference, showcasing their expertise and contributions to the field. For a detailed look, see this list of Duke presenters.
Among the notable contributors, Faculty Development Residency graduate Jack Magill served as the Poster Chair, while Marcus Roll ‘11 took on the role of Programming Chair, ensuring the event ran with unparalleled smoothness and effectiveness.
The Saturday awards banquet was a highlight, with several Duke affiliates receiving prestigious recognitions. Third-year student Halle Anderson was honored with the Advocacy Student Scholarship, new graduate Alyssa Bush ’24 received the Ben Massey Student Scholarship, and alum Dean McCall ’04 was awarded the Founders Lectureship Award.
Several alumni attended the concurrent APTA North Carolina Board of Directors meeting. These included Rosie Canizares ’07, Director of Communications; Marissa Araujo Carvalho ’12, Director of Payer Relations; Victoria Lamb Smith ’07, Pediatrics SIG Chair; and Moyo Aremu-Cole Tillery ’11, Student Scholarship Committee Chair. Third-year student Said Mendez also participated as the new Student SIG Chair.
The APTA NC conference was a powerful testament to the Duke DPT program’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its leadership in the field of physical therapy, inspiring all of us with its remarkable achievements.
