Candidates for the position of
CO-CHAIR:

Mary Ellen Dougherty, PT

DATE OF MEMBERSHIP IN APTA: 1990
EDUCATION:
BS Physical Therapy, 1976, from SUNY Upstate Medical Center
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
St.Camillus Health and Rehabilitation Center since 1989, Senior Therapist on Brain Injury Unit and Center Coordinator for Clinical Education
APTA ACTIVITIES:
Due to schedule conflicts and other life circumstances, I have not been a very active member of the Central District. I would be new to participating in activities with the district. I have recently attended the Combined Sections Meeting and National Conference and am looking forward to becoming more involved in District and Chapter activities, whether or not I become co chair.  I am also a member of the NY NJ Clinical Education Consortium 

WHAT DO YOU FEEL YOU CAN DO FOR THE DISTRICT IN THIS POSITION?
I would hope as co-chair to assist the current co-chair (Amanda Straney) in any activities as she directs; to "learn the ropes" through my involvement and with her tutelage; to participate in all Central District activities; serve as required on the Executive Board and Executive Committee.

Candidates for the position of
RECORDING SECRETARY:

Anne Marie Abt, PT, DPT, PCS

Current Central District Recording Secretary
Due to unfortunate circumstances beyond control, biographical information was unavailable at the time of the newsletter publication for Anne Marie.  This information will be provided at the door at the Annual District meeting in March.

John Rabbia, PT, DPT, MSPT, GCS, CWS

DATE OF MEMBERSHIP IN APTA: APTA member since 2000
EDUCATION: 
B.S., 2002, Ithaca College; MSPT, 2003, Ithaca College; DPT (transitional), 2005 Temple University
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT: 
Case manager, wound specialist at Visiting Nurses Association of CNY.  Provide physical therapy, including advanced wound consultation and treatment to a variety of homebound clients. 
APTA ACTIVITIES:  No previous experience at District, Chapter or National levels

WHAT DO YOU FEEL YOU CAN DO FOR THE DISTRICT IN THIS POSITION? 
I view the Treasurer position as an opportunity to provide a service to the district while gaining experience that will allow greater involvement and service in the future.  My skill set is an excellent fit for this position as I excel at timely and thorough management of finances and would be pleased to lend these talents to the district. 

Candidates for the position of
NOMINATING COMMITTEE:

Carol Recker-Hughes, PT, MA, Doctoral (PhD) Candidate

DATE OF MEMBERSHIP IN APTA: 1978
EDUCATION: 
Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, SUNY Upstate Medical University, 1979
Master’s Degree in Kinesiology, New York University, 1983
Doctoral Candidate, Teaching and Curriculum, Syracuse University, 8/2007-present
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT: 
Assistant Professor and Director of Clinical Education, Department of Physical Therapy Education, SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse 6/02-present
APTA ACTIVITIES: 
District:
Chairperson of the Central District Chapter of the New York Physical Therapy Association, March 2000 – March 2003.
Co-Chair of Central District First Annual Political Action Committee Golf Event, Raddison, NY, June 2001.
Participant in New York Physical Therapy Association Lobby Day, Albany, NY, 1999 – 2000, 2005.
Corresponding Secretary of the Central District Chapter of the New York Physical Therapy Association, February 1999 - April 2000.
Chapter: 
Appointed Member of the New York Physical Therapy Association Awards
Committee, July 2003 - July 2006 and July 2006-July 2009.
Chief Delegate at New York Physical Therapy Association Delegate Assembly, Kerhonkson, NY, May 2002.
Chief Delegate at New York Physical Therapy Association Delegate Assembly, Saratoga, NY, May 2001.
Delegate at New York Physical Therapy Association Delegate Assembly,
Albany, NY, May 2000.
National: 
Participant in the APTA Consensus Conference: Embracing Standards in Clinical Education. Alexandria, Virginia, December 13-15, 2007.

WHAT DO YOU FEEL YOU CAN DO FOR THE DISTRICT IN THIS POSITION? 
The experience of being in a leadership role in Central District affords one a great deal of personal and professional growth and should be extended to all interested members. As a member of the nominating committee, I look forward to contacting and sharing with others opportunities to be actively involved as a member of the Executive Committee of Central District.

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