Now more than ever we need a healthcare system that is focused on prevention, is more holistic and extends care way beyond its traditional borders. But how do physical therapists break out of the traditional care routine that is so limited by insurance reimbursement? In this session we will explore two therapists who have successfully integrated fitness, wellness and rehabilitation into a business model that maximizes the long term impact for their older clients.
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Therapy is Fitness and Fitness is Therapy: New Models of Integrated Care for Older Adults!
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About Patrice Hazan
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Patrice Hazan has a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Des Moines University and a Masters degree in Gerontology from Roosevelt University. In addition, she is a Board Certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist and a member of the Academy of Geriatrics with the American Physical Therapy Association. She also is a member of the American College of Sports Medicine. She is the CEO and founder of GroupHab® Physical Therapy and Wellness. Patrice is renowned for her alternative model of physical therapy care integrating physical therapist designed and supervised small group fitness classes and individual physical therapy treatment.
Patrice has presented this model at national American Physical Therapy Conferences and she has been published in the American Physical Therapy Association PT and Motion magazine for her groundbreaking work.