Biographies for individuals presented for election as
DELEGATES TO DELEGATE ASSEMBLY
Alicia R. Bradley, PT, DPT
DATE OF MEMBERSHIP IN APTA: APTA Member Since 2003
EDUCATION:
B.S. Business Administration; Clarkson University; May 2003
B.S. Psychology; Clarkson University; May 2003
M.S. Physical Therapy; Clarkson University; May 2005
Doctorate of Physical Therapy; Daemen College; May 2006
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
I am a full-time physical therapist working since October 2006 in a private outpatient PT setting that treats all conditions but focuses primarily on orthopedics, geriatrics, and sports rehabilitation.
APTA ACTIVITIES:
2007 NYPTA Leadership Development Workshop (Participant)
2007 NYPTA Delegate Assembly (Guest of the Assembly)
WHY WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE A CENTRAL DISTRICT DELEGATE TO THE DELEGATE ASSEMBLY?
My experience last year as a guest of the NYPTA Delegate Assembly, and the knowledge I gained by attending the assembly and participating in the Leadership Development Workshop served to heighten my interest in becoming more actively involved in the process through which our profession is governed. As a recent graduate, past academic instructor, and current practicing therapist, I will bring a fresh perspective to the topics being discussed and debated.
Robert J Byrnes PT, DPT
DATE OF MEMBERSHIP IN APTA:
EDUCATION:
Bachelors of Science in Physical Therapy, Ithaca College 1967
Masters in Health Management, New school social Research 1987
Doctorate of Physical of Physical Therapy, Utica College 2007
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
Director of Physical Therapy, Faxton St. Luke’s Healthcare, for the past 20 years. Responsible for multi site physical therapy program for acute care rehabilitation, long term care and outpatient care. The program has 25 physical therapists.
APTA ACTIVITIES:
District:
Chairperson 3/97- 3/2001
Nominating Committee 3/92 - 3/96
District treasurer 3/70-3/74 3/80--3/84
Chapter:
Chair Practice committee 7/06 7/07
Vice President 2001-2005
Chapter Director 1969-1970
National:
HOD Delegate 2004- 2003 2002
WHY WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE A CENTRAL DISTRICT DELEGATE TO THE DELEGATE ASSEMBLY?
The delegate assembly is the chapter’s highest ruling body. With my long history as an active member I want to be involved in the shaping the future direction of our organization. An area that I believe is very important occurred with the passage of direct access. We need to capitalize on the opportunities to utilize this privilege for our patients. Without changes in the insurance regulation on both the state and federal level, few patients will receive early intervention of physical therapy through direct access.
Molly Crist, PT, DPT
Biographical Information not available by the time of newsletter publication.
M. J. Gelsomino, PT, DPT, MA
DATE OF MEMBERSHIP IN APTA: 1969
EDUCATION:
BS 1970 Ithaca College
MA 1988 New York University
DPT 2005 Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Therapy, School of Health Professions and Education, Utica College, since 1995.
APTA ACTIVITIES:
District:
Recording Secretary. 2002 – 2004
Co-Chair: 2004 – 2006
District Delegate to Delegate Assembly: 1998, 1999, 2001, 2002, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
Chapter:
NY delegate to House of Delegates: 2006
National:
Pediatric Section Pediatric Sports and Fitness Special Interest Group Regional Representative
WHY WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE A CENTRAL DISTRICT DELEGATE TO THE DELEGATE ASSEMBLY?
I wish to continue to represent and support the Central District. It is important to me to serve my profession and I am able to do a small part by actively participating in the governance process. I keep abreast of current issues to be well prepared for my role as a delegate.
Mary Alice Duesterhaus Minor PT, MS
DATE OF MEMBERSHIP IN APTA: Member since 1967
EDUCATION:
Certificate in PT from Northwestern University 1968
BS in PT from Northwestern University 1969
MS in PT from Boston University 1972
EdD in progress from NOVA Southeastern University
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
Clinical Assistant Professor Clarkson University since 2004
APTA ACTIVITIES:
District:
Central District Co-Chair 2006-2008
Central District delegate to Delegate Assembly 2007
WHY WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE A CENTRAL DISTRICT DELEGATE TO THE DELEGATE ASSEMBLY? Having gained knowledge of the issues concerning the Central District by serving as a Co-Chair of the Central District I believe I can represent the District effectively. I like to serve my professional organization and the Delegate Assembly is a venue where, I believe, I can serve knowledgably.
Scott D. Minor, P.T., Ph.D.
DATE OF MEMBERSHIP IN APTA: 1971
EDUCATION:
BA (History), 1971, Swarthmore College
Cert (Physical Therapy), 1972, University of Pennsylvania
MS (Physical Therapy), 1975, Boston University
PhD (Exercise Science), 1987, University of Iowa
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
Clarkson University (2004 – present)
Associate Dean for Health Science
Associate Professor and Chairperson, Department of Physical Therapy
APTA ACTIVITIES:
APTA House of Delegates
Illinois (elected): 1977, 1978
Kansas (elected): 1980, 1981
Kansas/ Chief Delegate (elected): 1983
House Committee to Approve the Minutes (appointed): 1983
Section on Research Delegate (elected): 2002, 2003
Previous Chapters: Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Missouri
Sections: Acute Care, Education, Orthopedics, Research
APTA Awards: Lucy Blair, Rose Orthopedic Author
Elected Positions: Over 15 at District/Chapter/Section/National levels
National Candidate: Board of Directors, Nominating Committee (2)
Subject Matter Expert:: Phys Ther, JOSPT, Orthopedic Home Study
Task Forces/Committees: Over 35 at District/Chapter/Section/National levels
New York Chapter
Research Committee member (appointed): C2005-
Research Committee co-chair (appointed): 2006-2007
Delegate (Central District) to Delegate Assembly (elected): 2007
Chapter Delegate to APTA House of Delegates (elected): 2008
Treasurer (interim appointed): 2007-2009
WHY WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE A CENTRAL DISTRICT DELEGATE TO THE DELEGATE ASSEMBLY:
I believe that my experience in, and knowledge of, APTA activities will allow me to provide reasoned discussion and potential leadership to the Delegate Assembly. It is important to me that I participate in volunteer commitment to the Chapter and Association.
John Rabbia, PT, DPT, MSPT, GCS, CWS, FACCWS
DATE OF MEMBERSHIP IN APTA: 2000
EDUCATION: B.S. – Ithaca College, 2002, M.S. (Physical Therapy) – Ithaca College, 2003, DPT (Transitional) - Temple University, 2005
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.
WHY WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE A CENTRAL DISTRICT DELEGATE TO THE DELEGATE ASSEMBLY? I have been a member of the APTA for several years now and I feel that being a delegate to the delegate assembly would provide an entry level opportunity to increase my level of service to the district while providing preparation for future service opportunities
Note:
Central District Members who have been selected (will not require election) by the Central District Executive Committee for the 2008 Delegation include:
Susan Miller, Patrick VanBeveren, Susan Dalaba, Susan Yenoli, Amanda Straney, and Kelly Kowalczyk.
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