124. Board Service and Advocacy: A Physical Therapist's Journey to National Leadership with APTA President Roger Herr

Hello, listeners! Dr. F Scott Feil here, and I am excited to talk about this week's episode featuring Roger Herr, President of the APTA and Vice President of Visiting Nurse Society in New York, a physical therapist with extensive experience in leadership and advocacy. Throughout the episode, Herr shares his journey to becoming a leader in the physical therapy field and his experiences serving on the APTA board. Herr's journey started with a change in career direction from engineering to physical therapy, which led him to become involved in district and state advocacy.

One of the most impactful moments for Herr came when he found his voice in advocating for patient-centered care at a CMS meeting. From there, he continued to grow as a leader, serving as the president of the Home Health section and the chief delegate in the Seattle chapter. These experiences allowed him to gain a national perspective and ultimately led him to run for and serve on the APTA board.

Throughout the episode, Herr also discusses the characteristics that he believes are essential for effective leadership, including understanding the wider set of needs, respecting and utilizing resources, being collaborative, critical thinking, creating a safe space for conversation, and ensuring that all voices are heard.

If you're interested in learning more about leadership in the physical therapy field, this episode is a must-listen. Herr's experiences and insights provide valuable lessons for anyone looking to grow as a leader and advocate for their profession. So, tune in and join us for this engaging conversation!

Roger Herr, PT, MPA, is APTA President for a three-year term of 2021 through 2023. He is also Vice President of Visiting Nurse Society in New York.

An APTA member since 1985, Herr's previous association service includes previous terms on the APTA Board of Directors, serving as chief delegate for New York, and serving on APTA's Public Policy and Advocacy Committee. He has been recognized as Physical Therapist of the Year by the Washington Chapter (2006), and received APTA's Lucy Blair Service Award (2021) and Marilyn Moffat Distinguished Service Award (2021).

Feel free to reach out to him at https://twitter.com/RAHPT

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