UPCOMING WEBINAR

The New Gatekeepers: Physical Therapy in Primary Care

The first provider a patient sees can set the entire course of care, driving costs, outcomes, and system efficiency. Physical therapists are emerging as the new gatekeepers, redefining access in primary care, urgent care, and Emergency Departments.
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Join this SPRY webinar to explore how PT-first models reduce unnecessary utilization, improve outcomes, and create strategic advantages for healthcare leaders navigating value-based care.

26 September 2025
2 PM EST
Online

What You’ll Learn

  • Why PT should be recognized as a primary care provider for musculoskeletal conditions
  • How PTs can integrate into Emergency and Urgent Care to transform patient access
  • The impact of first-contact decisions on downstream healthcare utilization
  • Strategies to grow and scale solo PT enterprises as neighborhood entry points for care
  • Balancing the art and science of PT in a primary care role

Speakers

Dr. Rebekah Griffith
PT, DPT - The ED DPT
Alex Bendersky
Healthcare Technology Innovator
Trusted by 400+ physical therapists

Speaker details

Alex Bendersky
Healthcare Technology Innovator
Alex Bendersky brings over two decades of experience as a healthcare technology leader dedicated to transforming clinical care delivery. His expertise in digital health integration and value-based care models helps organizations improve operational efficiency and deliver personalized, data-driven patient care.
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Dr. Rebekah Griffith
PT, DPT - The ED DPT
Dr. Griffith is a national leader in Emergency Department Physical Therapy and author of Top of Scope: The Emergency Department Physical Therapist Handbook. She has been a driving force in expanding PT practice in acute care through research, education, and advocacy, including her leadership within the APTA House of Delegates and the Emergency PT Steering Committee.
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