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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.
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Episodes
Episode 26 - Treatment and Counselling Following Sexual Abuse or Sexual Misconduct
July 15, 2021 10:00 - 14 minutes - 10.8 MBSpeakers: Jody Prohar and Leanne Loranger It’s the second anniversary of College Conversations! This episode takes us back to the discussions of sexual abuse and sexual misconduct of patients by regulated health professionals, which were the spark that let to the creation of the podcast. We begin the episode by reviewing key definitions related to changes to the Health Professions Act which were passed in late 2018. We go on to discuss the patient relations program that the College e...
Episode 25 - Show me the Money!
June 15, 2021 10:00 - 15 minutes - 11.6 MBSpeakers: Jody Prohar and Leanne Loranger In this episode, Jody and Leanne discuss the core activities of regulatory organizations, the costs of regulation and Council’s fiduciary duty. Council has a duty to act in the interest of meeting Physiotherapy Alberta’s mandate and to use the funds collected responsibly to fulfill core regulatory activities and our strategic plan. As a large, public organization, Physiotherapy Alberta’s financial situation is reported annually to government and ...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 25
June 15, 2021 10:00 - 15 minutes - 11.6 MBSpeakers: Jody Prohar and Leanne Loranger In this episode, Jody and Leanne discuss the core activities of regulatory organizations, the costs of regulation and Council’s fiduciary duty. Council has a duty to act in the interest of meeting Physiotherapy Alberta’s mandate and to use the funds collected responsibly to fulfill core regulatory activities and our strategic plan. As a large, public organization, Physiotherapy Alberta’s financial situation is reported annually to government and ...
Episode 24 - Towards Equity and Inclusion
May 15, 2021 10:00 - 11 minutes - 8.27 MBIn this episode, Jody and Leanne discuss Physiotherapy Alberta’s recent Statement on discrimination, oppression and inequity, and our future plans as an organization. We review how Physiotherapy Alberta initially began this work in response to the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and was at the point of starting to address those Calls to Action that apply to the work of health regulators when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Then, as 2020 unfolded, we watched the pr...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 24
May 15, 2021 10:00 - 11 minutes - 8.27 MBIn this episode, Jody and Leanne discuss Physiotherapy Alberta’s recent Statement on discrimination, oppression and inequity, and our future plans as an organization. We review how Physiotherapy Alberta initially began this work in response to the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and was at the point of starting to address those Calls to Action that apply to the work of health regulators when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Then, as 2020 unfolded, we watched the pr...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 23
March 23, 2021 10:00 - 10 minutes - 8.14 MBIn this episode, Jody and Leanne are joined by Joyce Vogelgesang, Deputy Registrar and long-time staff member of Physiotherapy Alberta, to discuss the history of how we came to be both College and Association, some common misconceptions about our history and role, and our primary mandate to serve the public interest. We go on to discuss recent legislative changes that mandate that health profession regulatory organizations may not hold themselves out to be both College and Association and ...
Episode 23 - The Journey to College and Association and Back Again
March 23, 2021 10:00 - 10 minutes - 8.14 MBIn this episode, Jody and Leanne are joined by Joyce Vogelgesang, Deputy Registrar and long-time staff member of Physiotherapy Alberta, to discuss the history of how we came to be both College and Association, some common misconceptions about our history and role, and our primary mandate to serve the public interest. We go on to discuss recent legislative changes that mandate that health profession regulatory organizations may not hold themselves out to be both College and Association and ...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 22
March 15, 2021 10:00 - 15 minutes - 11.5 MBIn this episode, Jody and Leanne discuss what professionalism means and the expectations that arise as part of being a member of a self-regulating profession. Professionalism is a topic of conversation that arises frequently within the physiotherapy profession. Organizations such as entry to practice education programs, accreditation organizations, and regulators all agree that professionalism matters, but defining what is or is not professional is challenging. We discuss how attitudes...
Episode 22 - Tattling vs Telling – Professionalism in Practice
March 15, 2021 10:00 - 15 minutes - 11.5 MBIn this episode, Jody and Leanne discuss what professionalism means and the expectations that arise as part of being a member of a self-regulating profession. Professionalism is a topic of conversation that arises frequently within the physiotherapy profession. Organizations such as entry to practice education programs, accreditation organizations, and regulators all agree that professionalism matters, but defining what is or is not professional is challenging. We discuss how attitudes...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 21
February 15, 2021 11:00 - 18 minutes - 13.5 MBChanges are coming to how Physiotherapy Alberta regulates the performance of pelvic health internal examinations by physiotherapists in Alberta. Although pelvic health internal examinations have always been a restricted activity, Physiotherapy Alberta is now transitioning to an authorization process for this activity that is similar to those used for authorizing the performance of spinal manipulation and the use of needles in practice. In this episode we discuss the terminology Physiot...
Episode 21 - Changes to Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Service Provision
February 15, 2021 11:00 - 18 minutes - 13.5 MBChanges are coming to how Physiotherapy Alberta regulates the performance of pelvic health internal examinations by physiotherapists in Alberta. Although pelvic health internal examinations have always been a restricted activity, Physiotherapy Alberta is now transitioning to an authorization process for this activity that is similar to those used for authorizing the performance of spinal manipulation and the use of needles in practice. In this episode we discuss the terminology Physiot...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 20
January 15, 2021 11:00 - 16 minutes - 12 MBFrom time to time, conflicts and challenging situations may arise between physiotherapists and their patients, which may lead the physiotherapist to consider declining to continue to provide services to the patient. These situations exist on a continuum from the slightly challenging to the potentially dangerous. Although there are circumstances where a physiotherapist may decide to discontinue treatment, when opting to decline services the physiotherapist also has several duties to fulfill. ...
Episode 20 - Can a Physiotherapist Decline to Provide Services?
January 15, 2021 11:00 - 16 minutes - 12 MBFrom time to time, conflicts and challenging situations may arise between physiotherapists and their patients, which may lead the physiotherapist to consider declining to continue to provide services to the patient. These situations exist on a continuum from the slightly challenging to the potentially dangerous. Although there are circumstances where a physiotherapist may decide to discontinue treatment, when opting to decline services the physiotherapist also has several duties to fulfill. ...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 19
December 15, 2020 11:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBAdvertising 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...
Episode 19 - The Advertising Conundrum - Maintaining Professionalism in a Commercial Market
December 15, 2020 11:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBAdvertising 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...
Episode 18 - Uncharted Waters - Provisional Registrants and COVID-19
November 15, 2020 11:00 - 12 minutes - 9.37 MBPhysiotherapy 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 ong...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 18
November 15, 2020 11:00 - 12 minutes - 9.37 MBPhysiotherapy 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 ong...
Episode 17 - Provision of Professional Services
October 15, 2020 12:00 - 14 minutes - 10.5 MBProvision 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...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 17
October 15, 2020 12:00 - 14 minutes - 10.5 MBProvision 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...
Episode 16 - Registration Renewal – Happy New Year!
September 04, 2020 12:00 - 14 minutes - 10.8 MBSeptember. 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 ti...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 16
September 04, 2020 12:00 - 14 minutes - 10.8 MBSeptember. 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 ti...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 15
August 15, 2020 12:00 - 14 minutes - 10.8 MBBitter 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. S...
Episode 15 - Leaving a Practice: The Bitter End?
August 15, 2020 12:00 - 14 minutes - 10.8 MBBitter 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. S...
Episode 14 - Legislative Responsibilities, Occupational Health and Safety, and Site Inspections – OH MY!
July 15, 2020 12:00 - 12 minutes - 9.56 MBIn 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 ...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 14
July 15, 2020 12:00 - 12 minutes - 9.56 MBIn 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 ...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 13
June 15, 2020 12:00 - 20 minutes - 14.5 MBHosts: 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 ...
Episode 13 - Making Lasting Changes in the Wake of COVID-19
June 15, 2020 12:00 - 20 minutes - 14.5 MBHosts: 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 ...
Episode 12 - Regulatory Roundup
May 15, 2020 12:00 - 12 minutes - 9.34 MBIn 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 co...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 12
May 15, 2020 12:00 - 12 minutes - 9.34 MBIn 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 co...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 11
April 20, 2020 12:00 - 20 minutes - 14.7 MBPhysiotherapy 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 robot...
Episode 11 - Delivering Physiotherapy Services via Telerehabilitation Technologies
April 20, 2020 12:00 - 20 minutes - 14.7 MBPhysiotherapy 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 robot...
Episode 10 - Restricted Activities – What you should know
March 15, 2020 12:00 - 10 minutes - 7.73 MBMost 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 ‘ad...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 10
March 15, 2020 12:00 - 10 minutes - 7.73 MBMost 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 ‘ad...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 9
February 15, 2020 13:00 - 13 minutes - 9.87 MBIn 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 ...
Episode 9 - What’s in a Name?
February 15, 2020 13:00 - 13 minutes - 9.87 MBIn 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 ...
Episode 8 - Don Cherry and Beyond: When Your Comments Come Back to Haunt You
January 15, 2020 13:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MBThis 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 comp...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 8
January 15, 2020 13:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MBThis 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 comp...
Episode 7 - Navigating the Privacy Landscape of Physiotherapy Practice
December 15, 2019 13:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBJody 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 ab...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 7
December 15, 2019 13:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBJody 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 ab...
Episode 6 - Supervising Physiotherapist Interns
November 15, 2019 13:00 - 15 minutes - 11.5 MBIndividuals 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...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 6
November 15, 2019 13:00 - 15 minutes - 11.5 MBIndividuals 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...
Episode 5 - Practice Pearls - Consent
October 15, 2019 12:00 - 17 minutes - 12.5 MBIn 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 ...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 5
October 15, 2019 12:00 - 17 minutes - 12.5 MBIn 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 ...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 4
September 15, 2019 12:00 - 11 minutes - 8.55 MBJody 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 Al...
Episode 4 - Is it Physiotherapy?
September 15, 2019 12:00 - 11 minutes - 8.55 MBJody 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 Al...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 3
August 15, 2019 12:00 - 13 minutes - 9.85 MB“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 clinic...
Episode 3 - Sensitive Practice in Physiotherapy – A Primer
August 15, 2019 12:00 - 13 minutes - 9.85 MB“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 clinic...
Episode 2 - The Dirty Joke
August 01, 2019 12:00 - 12 minutes - 8.77 MB“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...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 2
August 01, 2019 12:00 - 12 minutes - 8.77 MB“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...
Physiotherapy Alberta's College Conversations - Episode 1
July 15, 2019 12:00 - 12 minutes - 9.34 MB“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 th...