The CPTA's College Conversations

Speakers: Sean FitzGerald and Leanne Loranger In this episode, Leanne and Sean revisit the rules for use of title and why those rules are important for physiotherapists, patients, and the public. The conversation explains who may use protected titles such as Physiotherapist, Physical Therapist, Physiotherapist Intern, and PT, and highlights why a physiotherapist's registration status matters—whether a registrant is entering practice, on leave, or retiring. They also discuss how physiotherapists should list academic credentials and additional training in a way that is accurate, transparent, and meaningful to patients. The episode reviews common questions about terms such as Clinical Specialist, acupuncturist, osteopath, doctor, clinical Pilates, and advanced practice, highlighting the importance of avoiding language that misleads or implies a credential or specialization the physiotherapist does not hold. Listeners are reminded to use their protected title, place it before other credentials, and explain their additional training clearly and transparently. Most of all physiotherapists are encouraged to be proud of the professional title they worked hard to earn. Resources · Titles, Credentials and Specialty Designations · Getting Titles Right Infographic

Speakers: Sean FitzGerald and Leanne Loranger Can a physiotherapist order a bone scan? What about a protein-rich-plasma injection? Is there a difference between ordering interventional radiology and referring a client to a physician to see if an interventional radiology procedure is appropriate? Do you wonder what fits within the category of interventional radiology and how that compares to the types of diagnostic images that physiotherapists can become authorized to order? On this episode of College Conversations, Sean and Leanne discuss some of the questions we have received and issues the College has identified in relation to interventional radiology procedures. What are the physiotherapist's responsibilities and what should they consider if they think one of their patients could benefit from an interventional radiology procedure? Tune in to this episode to learn more! Resources: · Scope of Practice Infographic: https://www.cpta.ab.ca/news-and-updates/news/physiotherapy-scope-of-practice-in-alberta/ · Good Practice – Reminders about Restricted Activities and Scope of Practice: https://www.cpta.ab.ca/news-and-updates/news/good-practice-reminders-regarding-restricted-activities-scope-of-practice/ · Referral for Physician Consultation Guideline: https://www.cpta.ab.ca/for-physiotherapists/resources/guides-and-guidelines/practice-guideline-referring-for-physician-consultation/ Links: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify

Speakers: Sean FitzGerald and Leanne Loranger In 2025 the College added performance expectations to the Standards of Practice related to how physiotherapists interact with colleagues, students, and others. These expectations are especially relevant to the people a physiotherapist supervises or has authority over. Does it go without saying that physiotherapists treat others with respect and are thoughtful about power and power imbalances? Some may argue that this type of expectation is, or should be, unnecessary, however research and surveys of Alberta physiotherapists suggest otherwise. In this episode, Leanne and Sean discuss the performance expectations. They highlight the reasons the College established the requirements, and efforts to set performance expectations that meet the Goldilocks threshold of being 'just right.' How do performance expectations about how a physiotherapist interacts with colleagues serve the public interest? Listen to this episode to learn more. Resources: · Boundary Violations Standard of Practice: https://www.cpta.ab.ca/for-physiotherapists/regulatory-expectations/standards-of-practice/professional-boundaries/ Links: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify

Speakers: Jody Prohar and Leanne Loranger Up to date member profile information matters for physiotherapists because it can: · Help to prevent the physiotherapist's registration number from being used to fraudulently bill for services the physiotherapist did not provide. · Help to ensure a former most responsible physiotherapist is not held responsible for issues related to physiotherapy services delivered after they have left a practice setting. · Help to connect former patients to physiotherapists who have moved to a new practice setting. There are a few things that all registrants should know about their member profile information and how it is used. Did you know that member profile information is reported to the public via the College's website? Did you know anonymous data is reported to the Canadian Institute of Health Information? The data is used so that members of the public can understand a physiotherapist's registration status, and so that governments can assess the health of the physiotherapist workforce and plan for the future. Did you know that if your demographic or employment information changes at any time during the year, you must update your information? In 2025, the information collected by the College via your member profile will be changing. Listen to this episode to learn more about the information we collect, how that will change in 2025, and the reasons for those changes. Resources: · https://www.cpta.ab.ca/news-and-updates/news/maintain-your-information/ Links: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify

Speakers: Jody Prohar and Leanne Loranger On this episode of College Conversations, Jody and Leanne take stock of the year that was and discuss what's coming our way in 2025. Looking back at 2024, two major themes immediately come to mind. One is the ongoing work to address sexual abuse and sexual misconduct in physiotherapy practice. The other is the work to implement the 2025 Standards of Practice. Listen in to hear a recap of the College's work to address sexual abuse and sexual misconduct trends. You will also hear about a new resource that will be available in January 2025 to support physiotherapists' understanding of professional requirements related to sexual abuse and sexual misconduct. In the second half of the podcast, you'll hear all about the implementation of the 2025 standards of practice and the upcoming release of the 2025 jurisprudence module. Listen in to be among the first to hear about the 2025 College-Selected Activity and other practice permit renewal requirements! Resources: · https://www.cpta.ab.ca/news-and-updates/news/alarming-professional-conduct-trends-physiotherapists-we-have-a-problem/ · https://www.cpta.ab.ca/news-and-updates/news/words-matter-comments-sexual-misconduct/ · https://www.cpta.ab.ca/for-physiotherapists/courses/patient-centered-communication/ · https://www.cpta.ab.ca/for-physiotherapists/courses/informed-consent-module/ · https://www.cpta.ab.ca/for-physiotherapists/resources/guides-and-guidelines/consent-guide/ · https://www.cpta.ab.ca/for-physiotherapists/resources/guides-and-guidelines/therapeutic-relationships-guide/ · https://www.cpta.ab.ca/for-physiotherapists/resources/guides-and-guidelines/managing-challenging-situations-guide/ Links: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify

Speakers: Jody Prohar and Leanne Loranger On this episode, Jody and Leanne discuss the new Health Equity and Anti-Discrimination and Indigenous Cultural Safety & Humility standards of practice and the recently published Indigenous Cultural Safety, Health Equity, and Anti-Discrimination guide. Over the last four years, the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta has been on a learning journey. We began our work in response to two key events, the publication of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action, and the events of the summer of 2020, including the murder of George Floyd and the Black Lives Matter movement. In October 2024 the College announced that updated standards of practice have been approved and take effect on January 1, 2025, including the Health Equity and Anti-Discrimination and the Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility standards. On September 30, 2024, the College also published the Indigenous Cultural Safety, Health Equity, and Anti-Discrimination guide which provides additional information to help physiotherapists implement the standards in their practice and understand the steps they can take to fulfill the performance expectations found in the standard. Tune in to this episode to learn more about the standards, the guide and the work the College has undertaken since 2020. Resources: · Indigenous Cultural Safety, Health Equity, & Anti-Discrimination Guide. https://www.cpta.ab.ca/for-physiotherapists/resources/guides-and-guidelines/indigenous-cultural-safety-health-equity-anti-discrimination-guide/ · Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action. https://ehprnh2mwo3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Calls_to_Action_English2.pdf · In Plain Sight: Addressing Indigenous-specific Racism and Discrimination in BC Health Care. https://engage.gov.bc.ca/app/uploads/sites/613/2020/11/In-Plain-Sight-Summary-Report.pdf · National Inquiry Into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. https://www.mmiwg-ffada.ca/final-report/ · Standards of Practice for Physiotherapists in Alberta (2025): https://www.cpta.ab.ca/docs/272/_CombinedStandards.pdf Links: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify