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The CPTA"s College Conversations

College of Physiotherapists Alberta

Ever wish you had a friend at the College that you could call when you have questions about the standards of practice or challenging situations you encounter in practice? In this friendly and informative podcast, the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta"s staff and guests will highlight issues of regulatory importance and answer common questions about the standards of practice. Got questions? We have answers! We can help you navigate the challenges of physiotherapy practice.

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Episode 19 - The Advertising Conundrum - Maintaining...

The CPTA"s College Conversations ·

2020/12/15

Advertising is a challenging topic within physiotherapy regulation, due in part to the tension between the need to promote the services offered and the need to conduct ourselves professionally. In this episode Jody and Leanne talk about common advertising problems including the use of the title ‘doctor,’ comparative and superlative statements, and misleading advertising. Along the way we talk about the need to avoid a race to the bottom when it comes to advertising, and the importance of making

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Episode 18 - Uncharted Waters - Provisional...

The CPTA"s College Conversations ·

2020/11/15

Physiotherapy Alberta has always fielded questions regarding Physiotherapist Interns and the Provisional Register, with questions relating to everything from the requirements for becoming a Physiotherapist Intern to the ins and outs of supervision and the performance of restricted activities. In the latter half of 2020 the number of questions received increased, presumably due to the delays to the completion of the clinical component of the Physiotherapy Competency Examination due to the ongoing

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Episode 17 - Provision of Professional Services

The CPTA"s College Conversations ·

2020/10/15

Provision of services rules are in place to guide the processes by which Physiotherapy Alberta approves practice settings where physiotherapy services are provided. In this episode Jody and Leanne talk about the evolution of regulation of physiotherapy practice settings in Alberta and the provision of services rules currently in place. We discuss when these rules apply and the application requirements for different types of physiotherapy practices. Have you ever wondered what Physiotherapy Alberta

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Episode 16 - Registration Renewal – Happy New Year!

The CPTA"s College Conversations ·

2020/09/04

September. The start of fall is a time of fresh starts for many. Some would even argue that with return to school and resumption of fall activities it’s the real start to each year. It’s also the month when regulated members of Physiotherapy Alberta submit their annual renewal documents. In this episode Jody and Leanne walk listeners through the renewal requirements, address some common questions, and discuss the importance of keeping your member profile up to date. The deadline for on time renewal

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Episode 15 - Leaving a Practice: The Bitter End?

The CPTA"s College Conversations ·

2020/08/15

Bitter divorces are not inevitable when physiotherapists decide to change employers. However, from time to time that is how things can play out. Physiotherapy Alberta typically only hears about the situations that are really problematic with both the clinician and the employer calling Physiotherapy Alberta to cast the other party as the ‘bad guy’ - not the transitions that go smoothly. In this episode Jody and Leanne discuss: The root causes of conflict during these transitions. Some common

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Episode 14 - Legislative Responsibilities,...

The CPTA"s College Conversations ·

2020/07/15

In this episode, Jody and Leanne discuss one of the Standards of Practice that typically gets little attention, the Legislative Responsibilities Standard. The episode starts with a brief review of some relevant legislation encompassed in the Standard, including: The Radiation Protection Act; and The Protection for Persons in Care Act. The second half of the episode provides a more detailed discussion of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, which has recently garnered attention in the

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Episode 13 - Making Lasting Changes in the Wake of...

The CPTA"s College Conversations ·

2020/06/15

Hosts: Jody Prohar, Registrar, Physiotherapy Alberta; Leanne Loranger, Manager Policy + Practice, Physiotherapy Alberta In this episode, we talk about infection prevention and control and some of the lasting effects that COVID-19 may have on physiotherapy practice. Fundamentally, the pandemic has changed clinical practice. Some of the changes seen will remain, even as the first wave of the pandemic wanes and will affect how we address the predicted second wave of COVID-19 as well as other infectious

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Episode 12 - Regulatory Roundup

The CPTA"s College Conversations ·

2020/05/15

In this episode, Jody Prohar, Registrar and Executive Director of Physiotherapy Alberta is in the hotseat, answering common physiotherapist questions and discussing overlooked legislative responsibilities including: Can physiotherapists offer discounts to patients? What about cancellation fees? Do I have to release patient records when they are requested? How can I stay up to date with information from Physiotherapy Alberta? In this rapid-fire episode we cover many of the most common questions

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Episode 11 - Delivering Physiotherapy Services via...

The CPTA"s College Conversations ·

2020/04/20

Physiotherapy Alberta has been promoting telerehabilitation since 2017; however, in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, its use in physiotherapy practice has increased dramatically. While many people envision videoconferencing when they consider this format of service delivery, telerehabilitation or digital practice includes the remote delivery of physiotherapy using all forms of electronic communication technology. This can include text or email, video- or teleconferencing, and even robotics and

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Episode 10 - Restricted Activities – What you should...

The CPTA"s College Conversations ·

2020/03/15

Most Alberta physiotherapists are familiar with restricted activities, but they may not be aware of the differences between advanced restricted activities and basic restricted activities, the requirements they must meet in order to be able to perform them, and the nuances of legislation that govern these activities. In this episode, Jody and Leanne discuss all things related to restricted activities. Ever wonder why restricted activities exist at all? Or why some are ‘basic’ and others ‘advanced’

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Episode 9 - What’s in a Name?

The CPTA"s College Conversations ·

2020/02/15

In this episode, Jody and Leanne discuss the dizzying array of credentials physiotherapists place behind their names and what the standards require when it comes to use of title in practice. Use of title isn’t an issue that tends to lead to complaints, but it does lead to public confusion. Physiotherapy Alberta hears from members of the public who want to know what those credentials mean and whether a particular physiotherapist is qualified to treat them. “Some signature lines look like a veritable

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Episode 8 - Don Cherry and Beyond: When Your Comments...

The CPTA"s College Conversations ·

2020/01/15

This episode was inspired by Don Cherry’s infamous comments on Hockey Night in Canada and the public and media reactions to those comments. Moyra McAllister, Physiotherapy Alberta’s Complaints Director, joins the podcast to talk about communication concerns and on-duty or off-duty conduct that can lead to patient complaints. Like George Bernard Shaw said, “the single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.” Communication is at the core of nearly every complaint that

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Episode 7 - Navigating the Privacy Landscape of...

The CPTA"s College Conversations ·

2019/12/15

Jody Prohar, Registrar and Executive Director of Physiotherapy Alberta and Leanne Loranger, Manager of Policy and Practice discuss the dizzying landscape of privacy legislation for physiotherapists in Alberta. “Alberta physiotherapists are currently subject to 4 different pieces of privacy legislation... In some practice settings, more than one piece of privacy legislation can apply to patient records. So, when we talk about privacy for Alberta physiotherapists, we have to be thoughtful about the

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Episode 6 - Supervising Physiotherapist Interns

The CPTA"s College Conversations ·

2019/11/15

Individuals on the Provisional Register are a diverse group of people working to fulfill the requirements of registration on Physiotherapy Alberta’s General Register. Until those requirements are fulfilled, supervision is required to help protect the interests of patients and facilitate the delivery of quality care. In this episode, Simon Cooke, Physiotherapy Alberta Council Vice-President and Leanne Loranger, Manager of Policy and Practice discuss the considerations, challenges, and rewards of

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Episode 5 - Practice Pearls - Consent

The CPTA"s College Conversations ·

2019/10/15

In this episode, Physiotherapy Alberta’s Council President Karin Eldred and Leanne Loranger, Manager of Policy and Practice answer common questions that arise when physiotherapists seek consent for treatment, including: Is it OK to accept verbal consent? Why isn’t it OK to get consent on an intake form? When can a physiotherapist accept consent from a minor? Who should a physiotherapist get consent from if they think their patient has a cognitive impairment? Physiotherapists need to know that

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Episode 4 - Is it Physiotherapy?

The CPTA"s College Conversations ·

2019/09/15

Jody Prohar, Registrar and Executive Director of Physiotherapy Alberta and Leanne Loranger, Manager of Policy and Practice discuss emerging physiotherapy practices. “When asked whether an activity is within the scope of practice for physiotherapists, we need to provide an answer with public interest/public protection top of mind. But it’s not always easy to settle on an answer.” When asked about activities as diverse as cupping, shock wave and blood flow restriction, Physiotherapy Alberta reviews

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Episode 3 - Sensitive Practice in Physiotherapy – A...

The CPTA"s College Conversations ·

2019/08/15

“With prevalence numbers at 30-40%… physiotherapists should act under the assumption that every patient they encounter has experienced sexual abuse or sexual assault of some type.” In this episode, Jody Prohar, Registrar and Executive Director of Physiotherapy Alberta and Leanne Loranger, Manager of Policy and Practice talk about how a history of sexual assault has the potential to affect the patient-physiotherapist relationship. When physiotherapy assessments or interventions are clinically

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Episode 2 - The Dirty Joke

The CPTA"s College Conversations ·

2019/08/01

“If I tell a friend a dirty joke, it’s just me telling my friend a dirty joke. But if I do the same thing with a patient, I’m at risk of a complaint of sexual misconduct and could face a license suspension.” In episode 1, Jody Prohar, Registrar and Executive Director of Physiotherapy Alberta and Leanne Loranger, Manager of Policy and Practice touched on behaviours that are normal in a personal relationship, but unacceptable in a physiotherapist-patient relationship. In this episode we go into

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Episode 1 - When is a Patient a Patient?

The CPTA"s College Conversations ·

2019/07/15

“When is a patient a patient? When is a patient no longer a patient? Who’s in and who’s out? This is the essential question with this piece of legislation and this Standard.” Jody Prohar, Registrar and Executive Director of Physiotherapy Alberta and Leanne Loranger, Manager of Policy and Practice discuss how Physiotherapy Alberta defines the term “patient.” Why does this matter? Don’t physiotherapists know who their patients are? Defining who is a patient is essential because of how the 2018

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Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations -...

The CPTA"s College Conversations ·

2019/06/25

Coming soon, a new podcast from Physiotherapy Alberta called Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations. For more, check out: https://www.physiotherapyalberta.ca/

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