named programs · 9 · from sources
what they call their work
Credentialed Clinical Instructor Program Level 2
A program for physical therapy professionals to enhance their clinical instruction skills.
Direct Current Newsletter
A weekly email newsletter distributed twice a month to keep members updated on APTA AZ news, upcoming events, and national highlights.
Federal Governmental Affairs Committee
Educates elected members of Congress on issues important to the physical therapy profession.
House of Delegates
A policy-making body that introduces motions to amend APTA's bylaws, directs courses of action, and articulates association attitudes on physical therapy needs.
PSA Campaign 2025
Public Service Announcement campaigns on TV and radio addressing neurological conditions, pelvic health, and chronic pain.
Practice Committee
Educates Arizona clinicians on administrative rules and statutes governing physical therapy practice in the state.
State Government Affairs Committee
Monitors Arizona public policy and regulations impacting physical therapy practice, advocates for legislative changes, and interacts with the AZ State Board of PT.
Student Conclave
An annual event for physical therapy students to network and engage with the profession, featuring exhibitors and sponsors.
Student Scholarships
Awards scholarships to Physical Therapist and Physical Therapy Assistant students.
activities · 7 groups
what they do
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Licensure Exam & Education Support 6 activities
- Advanced clinical instructor training programOffers a Credentialed Clinical Instructor Program Level 2 in Tempe, Arizona, to enhance the skills of clinical instructors in physical therapy education.
- Clinical Education and TrainingEducates Arizona clinicians on administrative rules and statutes governing physical therapy practice in the state and offers a Credentialed Clinical Instructor Program Level 2 in Tempe, Arizona.
- Clinical instructor training programOffers a Credentialed Clinical Instructor Program Level 2 in Tempe, Arizona, to enhance the skills of physical therapy professionals in clinical education and supervision.
- Clinician EducationEducates Arizona clinicians on administrative rules and statutes governing physical therapy practice in the state and offers a Credentialed Clinical Instructor Program Level 2 in Tempe, Arizona.
- Professional education on state practice regulationsEducates Arizona physical therapy clinicians on administrative rules and statutes governing physical therapy practice in the state to ensure compliance and professional development.
- Professional education on state practice regulationsProvides education to Arizona clinicians on administrative rules and statutes governing physical therapy practice in the state to ensure compliance and professional development.
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Healthcare Professional Advocacy 5 activities
- Advocacy for Physical Therapy ProfessionMonitors Arizona public policy and regulations affecting physical therapy and healthcare, advocates for legislative changes, and educates elected officials on issues relevant to the physical therapy profession. This includes interacting with the AZ State Board of PT and participating in the APTA Leadership Congress - House of Delegates.
- Advocacy for Physical Therapy ProfessionMonitors Arizona public policy and regulations affecting physical therapy and healthcare, advocates for legislative changes, and educates elected members of Congress on issues relevant to the physical therapy profession. The organization also participates in the APTA Leadership Congress - House of Delegates.
- Federal advocacy and congressional educationEducates elected members of Congress on issues relevant to the physical therapy profession and participates in national policy discussions through the APTA Leadership Congress - House of Delegates.
- Federal advocacy for the physical therapy professionEducates members of Congress on issues relevant to the physical therapy profession and participates in national policy discussions through the APTA Leadership Congress - House of Delegates, including submitting reports such as in 2025.
- State-level policy advocacy and regulatory engagementMonitors Arizona public policy and regulations affecting physical therapy and healthcare, advocates for legislative changes, and engages with the AZ State Board of Physical Therapy.
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Student Wellness and Professional Development Events 4 activities
- Annual Student ConclaveHosts an annual Student Conclave for physical therapy students in Phoenix, Arizona, with a specific event planned for April 25, 2026, at Gateway Community College.
- Annual Student ConclaveHosts an annual Student Conclave for physical therapy students, with the next event scheduled for April 25, 2026, at Gateway Community College in Phoenix, Arizona.
- Annual Student Conclave eventHosts an annual Student Conclave for physical therapy students in Phoenix, Arizona, with the next event scheduled for April 25, 2026, at Gateway Community College.
- Student ConclaveHosts an annual Student Conclave in Phoenix, Arizona, for physical therapy students.
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Educator and Professional Recognition Awards 4 activities
- Awards ProgramSolicits nominations for the PT/PTA of the Year Awards and the Pauline Wampler Award to recognize excellence in the physical therapy profession.
- Awards program for professionalsSolicits nominations and recognizes excellence through the PT/PTA of the Year Awards and the Pauline Wampler Award.
- Awards recognition programSolicits nominations and recognizes outstanding professionals through the PT/PTA of the Year Awards and the Pauline Wampler Award.
- Professional AwardsSolicits nominations for the PT/PTA of the Year Awards and the Pauline Wampler Award.
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Member-Focused Newsletter Publishing 4 activities
- Member CommunicationProduces a bi-monthly email newsletter to inform members about APTA AZ news, upcoming events, and national highlights.
- Member CommunicationProduces a bi-monthly email newsletter to inform members about APTA AZ news, upcoming events, and national highlights.
- Member communication and professional updatesProduces a bi-monthly email newsletter to inform members about APTA AZ news, upcoming events, and national highlights relevant to the physical therapy profession.
- Member communications and professional updatesProduces a bi-monthly email newsletter to inform members about APTA AZ news, upcoming events, and national highlights relevant to physical therapy practice.
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Merit-Based Educational Scholarships 3 activities
- Scholarship ProgramAwards scholarships to physical therapist students ($1000 each) and physical therapy assistant students ($750 each).
- Scholarship program for physical therapy studentsAwards seven $1,000 scholarships annually to physical therapist students and four $750 scholarships to physical therapy assistant students to support education in the field.
- Student ScholarshipsAwards seven $1000 scholarships to physical therapist students and four $750 scholarships to physical therapy assistant students.
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Uncategorized 4 activities
- Public Awareness CampaignsRuns public service announcement campaigns on television and radio to raise awareness about physical therapy for various conditions, including neurological, pelvic health, and chronic pain.
- Public Awareness CampaignsRuns public service announcement campaigns on television and radio to raise awareness about physical therapy for neuro, pelvic health, and chronic pain conditions.
- Public awareness campaigns on physical therapyRuns public service announcement campaigns on television and radio to raise awareness about physical therapy, particularly for neuro, pelvic health, and chronic pain conditions.
- Public service announcement campaignsRuns public service announcement campaigns on television and radio to raise awareness about physical therapy, specifically for neuro, pelvic health, and chronic pain conditions.
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financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$298K
Contributions & grants$6K2%
Program service revenue$242K81%
Investment income$52K17%
Other revenue$-2K
expenses
Total expenses$208K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$4K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$1.11M
Cash$418K
Investments$689K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$1.11M
Liquid reserves63.8 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +14.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christa Lombardo | Executive Director | 40 | $72K |
board members · 12
- Ami Griver PT DPT — Vice President
- Brian Schmitz PT DPT — President
- Christina Romero PT DPT — Dist 2 Representative
- Jefferson Holm PT DPT — Dist 3 Representative
- Jennifer Zoucha PT DPT — Dist 4 Representative
- Kacey Kline PTA MEd — PTA Caucus Representative
- Kadeen Mansor PT DPT — Treasurer
- Kara Koenitzer Tate PT DPT — Dist 5 Representative
- Letha Zook PT EdD — Dist 1 Representative
- Lora Davis PT DPT — Secretary
- Lori Pearlmutter PT MHP — Chief Delegate
- Lynette Lauterbach PTA — PTA Causus Alternate
relationships · 7
who they work with
- APTA Network — The House of Delegates is an APTA policy-making body.
- APTA Arizona Executive Director Network — Christa Lombardo Ploof serves as Executive Director of the organization
- AZ State Board of PT Government — Interacts with the AZ State Board of PT regarding public policy and regulations.
- Gateway Community College Partner — Hosts the APTA Arizona Student Conclave at its Washington Campus.
- Gateway Community College Partner — Hosts the Student Conclave event.
- House of Delegates Network — Participates in the House of Delegates through elected delegates.
- YouTube Partner — Hosts APTA AZ public service announcement videos