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ANPT Historian Inspirational Conversations
By Academy of Neurologic Physical TherapyHealth & Fitness
ANPT Historian Inspirational Conversations episodes
- ANPT Historical Archives Committee: Inspirational Conversation with Theresa (Terry) Ellis, PT, PhD, FAPTA, NCS
In this interview conducted in March 2026, Dr. Terry Ellis, PT, PhD, FAPTA, NCS shares her career trajectory and research experience related to neurologic physical therapy.
Having delivered the 2026 Anne Shumway-Cook Lecture at CSM, she is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Physical Therapy and Director of the Center for Neurorehabilitation at Boston University’s Sargent College of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences. She, also, serves as Director of the American Parkinson Disease Association National Rehabilitation Resource Center.
Dr. Ellis has published extensively and lectures internationally, with her work investigating the impact of exercise and rehabilitation in individuals with Parkinson’s Disease. Her clinical expertise includes using mobile health and digital technologies to improve neurologic patient outcomes.
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The Historical Archives Committee is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy- www.neuropt.org
33 min - ANPT Inspirational Conversation with Dr. Rupal Patel, PT, PhD
In this interview conducted in October 2025, Dr. Rupal Patel, PT, PhD shares her career trajectory and research experiences related to physical therapy. The interview references her extensive work in concussion and brain injury rehabilitation. In addition, her dedication to advancing justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in the profession is featured in the podcast.
The Historical Archives Committee is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org.
57 min - ANPT Inspirational Conversation with Dr. Carrie Hoppes
In this interview conducted in early 2025, Dr. Carrie Hoppes shares her career trajectory and research experiences related to vestibular and military physical therapy.
The Historical Archives Committee is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org.
33 min - ANPT Inspirational Conversation with Dr. Evan Cohen – Short Version
In this interview conducted in early 2024, Dr. Evan Cohen shares his pathway to becoming a physical therapist, and how he subsequently focused his clinical work and research work on persons with Multiple Sclerosis.
The Historical Archive Committee is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org.
15 min - ANPT Inspirational Conversation with Dr. Evan Cohen – Full Version
In this interview conducted in early 2024, Dr. Evan Cohen shares his pathway to becoming a physical therapist, and how he subsequently focused his clinical work and research work on persons with Multiple Sclerosis.
The Historical Archive Committee is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org.
48 min - ANPT Inspirational Conversation with Dr. Patty Scheets – full version
In this interview, Dr. Scheets talks about her time as President of the ANPT. She also talks about her role in helping develop the movement system diagnoses and how they play a part in the treatment of patients with neurologic conditions.
To learn more about the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy visit www.neuropt.org
53 min - ANPT Inspirational Conversation with Dr. Patty Scheets – short version
In this interview, Dr. Scheets talks about her time as President of the ANPT. She also talks about her role in helping develop the movement system diagnoses and how they play a part in the treatment of patients with neurologic conditions.
To listen to the full interview with Dr. Scheets click here.
To learn more about the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy visit www.neuropt.org
24 min - ANPT Inspirational Conversation with Dr. James Carey – short version
Dr. Carey was the Anne Shumway Cook Lecture Awardee for CSM 2022. His credentials: PT, PhD, FAPTA. In the interview he talks about the use of transcranial magnetic stimulation in patients post-stroke. He also talks about his role as an educator and the impact we can make internationally.
To listen to the full interview with Dr. Carey click here.
To learn more about the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy visit www.neuropt.org
20 min - ANPT Inspirational Conversation with Dr. James Carey – full version
Dr. Carey was the Anne Shumway Cook Lecture Awardee for CSM 2022. His credentials: PT, PhD, FAPTA. In the interview he talks about the use of transcranial magnetic stimulation in patients post-stroke. He also talks about his role as an educator and the impact we can make internationally.
To learn more about the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy visit www.neuropt.org
49 min - ANPT Inspirational Conversation with Dr. Richard Shields – short version
Dr. Shields was the Anne Shumway Cook Lecture Awardee for CSM 2021. His credentials: PT, PhD, FAPTA. In the interview he talks about his research in individuals with spinal cord injury including the management of hyperinsulinemia and neurogenic osteoporosis. He also shares information on epigenetics and the potential impact it could have on the future of physical therapy practice.
To listen to the full interview with Richard Shields click here.
To learn more about the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy visit www.neuropt.org
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About ANPT Historian Inspirational Conversations
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The Historian Committee of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy, a component of the American Physical Therapy Association, has interviewed influential members of the physical therapy community…
about their beginnings in the fields, the changes they have seen over the years and where they see it going in the future. Listen into these casual conversations with icons of the PT world.