Mission
The mission of
the Acute Care Section is to serve physical therapy providers, physical therapists and physical therapist assistants,
by recognizing and promoting excellence in acute care practice, thereby enhancing the physical health and functional abilities
of patients/clients with acute care needs.
Vision
To help achieve APTA's Vision 2020, The Acute Care Section will elevate the practice of physical therapy
in the management and health of individuals with multiple and/or complex conditions through the integration and triangulation
of primary care competencies in practice, education, and research. The Acute Care Section will provide resources for
clinicians to achieve practice mastery that recognizes the necessity of critical thinking, interdependence, and professionalism
required for autonomous practice.
