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J.J. Kuczynski, PT, DPT, OCS OPTA District: Central
Date of Chapter Membership: 2010
The Ohio Physical Therapy Association has a proven record
of being a leader among the state chapters of the APTA and this
includes the continual promotion and protection of our profession In my experiences with the OPTA, I have had the privilege to see the consistent passion, expertise, and leadership that makes this possible It is my hope to
contribute to this ongoing success that the OPTA strives for on an annual basis I have demonstrated consistent involvement in the OPTA during annual Leadership Development Conferences, presentations at Annual Conference and the Research Symposium, participation in Advocacy Day, and attendance at the State Policy and Payment Forum and
PT Day on Capitol Hill My desire to contribute leadership
to the OPTA is represented by these contributions and
has been formally recognized by the OPTA and APTA
These experiences have equipped me with the con dence, knowledge, and networking that is vital to serve as a Delegate for the OPTA I would be grateful for your consideration and support to serve in this capacity Thank you!
Kari Lindegren, PT, DPT
OPTA District: Southwest
Date of Chapter Membership: 2015
I am running for delegate for the OPTA and am extremely passionate about getting more involved while helping shape the future direction
of our profession I graduated from Emory University in Atlanta, GA in
May 2015 where I also served as
the President of the Student Special Interest Group and was also extremely involved in the state’s legislative
affairs Since moving to Ohio, I have completed my orthopedic residency and have spent time over the past year leaning more about Ohio’s current state affairs I am now committed to getting more involved in OPTA as a delegate As a physical therapy student, I developed an interest in serving as a delegate after sitting in meetings and discussing motions with other delegates I also watched the APTA House of Delegates where the rich discussions about how to improve the care we give to our patients and progress our profession excited me and motivated me to become involved As a delegate for the OPTA I hope to serve and represent other physical therapists by presenting issues and holding discussions pertinent to
our state and the communities we serve I hope you consider voting me for the position of delegate for the OPTA
Ken Kirby, PT, DPT, Cert. MDT, OCS, CSCS, CHWC OPTA District: Central
Date of Chapter Membership: 2011
I am both honored and excited to have been nominated for the position of Delegate I have been fortunate to serve the APTA since 2003 as both
a student and young professional More recently I have served as an Alternate Delegate for the OPTA
and PAC Coordinator for the Central District During this time I have gained valuable experience which I will use to
help Ohio continue to be a leading chapter of the APTA My 10 years of experience as a practitioner of physical therapy has allowed me to witness both the challenges and opportunities clinicians face in daily practice More recently, the changing political climate has allowed me to see the importance of our involvement in our national association We need to be able to voice our concerns and have them heard My goal as Delegate is to help build and foster relationships amongst our leaders and members and to help develop a voice for Ohio in the future of our profession I feel my experience and passion as a clinician will help guide our profession to success I would be honored to receive your vote
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