Best Physical Therapy Conferences 2021
Combined Sections Meeting 2021
The conference will provide hundreds of educational sessions, the ability to earn up to 2.0 CEUs (20 contact hours), poster presentations, and opportunities to engage with speakers, employers, and physical therapy product and solution providers. CSM registrants can access all content with the ability to complete post-tests to attain up to 2.0 CEUs through the end of March.
On-demand content includes hundreds of pre-recorded sessions with message board type functionality so registrants can engage with speakers. All live content will be recorded and available to view after the scheduled air date and will include:
- 90-minute sessions with time built in to interact with the speakers.
- 30-minute Q&A sessions linked to prerecorded on-demand sessions that attendees should plan to view in advance.
- Scheduling from 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. ET, Monday through Thursday evenings in February.
| Key Information | |
|---|---|
| Date & Location | February 1-28, 2021. Virtual. |
| Website | https://www.apta.org/CSM |
| Cost | $350 for non-members, $200 for APTA members, $150 for APTA members who have at least one section membership, $100 for International Partners |
Fifth Interdisciplinary on Orthopedic Value-based Care
In its fifth’s year, you will brainstorm, problem-solve and network with all players in the orthopedics space at OVBC. This is a game-changing interdisciplinary opportunity. Only a TEAM approach is successful in our changing environment and working with all stakeholders is simply a must. Learn in over 50 sessions across 3 content tracks. You will gain the Operational, Clinical, and Financial tools necessary to successfully implement value-based care for your orthopedic patients. This is a unique opportunity to have your product featured to all decision makers, clinicians and demonstrators, which optimizes both your budget and time.
| Key Information | |
|---|---|
| Date & Location | April 9 - April 11, 2021. 3D Virtual Platform. |
| Website | https://acpm.health/ovbc2021 |
| Cost | $400 for Pharma/Device Industry Consultants, $325 for Practicing Physicians Executives and Managers, $300 for Practice Managers and Nurse Practitioners, $150 for Practicing Nurses and Practicing PT/DPT, Free for Residents and Medical Students |
15th Annual Rehab Summit
If you’re interested in working with today’s leading experts and the most talented and passionate individuals in the industry, this is YOUR event. For the last 14 years, hundreds of the world’s brightest rehab professionals (physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, athletic trainers, and massage therapists) have come together to learn what’s new, what’s actually working, and what’s just around the corner in their field. Now’s your chance to attend the only rehab conference that allows you to tailor your education to your specialty area and network with your peers from multiple disciplines — plus you’ll earn up to a year’s worth of CE hours.
| Key Information | |
|---|---|
| Date & Location | July 14 - 17, 2021. Las Vegas, Nevada. |
| Website | https://rehabsummit.com/ |
| Cost | $499.99 for Full Conference Live Pass + Virtual Access, $399.99 for Virtual Only Access |
Ascend 2021
At Ascend, exceptional education, world-class speakers, cutting-edge products, and powerful networking converge to deliver a one-of-a-kind industry event. This innovative conference is designed to deliver actionable content that will help you better run your business, improve your bottom line, and excel as a therapy professional. Ascend features three days of inspiring content, curated networking opportunities, educational sessions, and dynamic events for rehab therapy professionals from practices of all sizes and styles.
| Key Information | |
|---|---|
| Date & Location | May 13-15, 2021. Charlotte, NC. |
| Website | https://www.webpt.com/ascend/ |
| Cost | $499 for in-person tickets (early-bird pricing), $149 for virtual tickets (early-bird pricing), free for virtual tickets that only give access to each day’s keynotes |
Here's a side-by-side look at the best physical therapy conferences in 2021.
| Conference Name | Conference Dates | Location | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined Sections Meeting 2021 | February 1-28, 2021 | Virtual | $350 for non-members, $200 for APTA members, $150 for APTA members who have at least one section membership, $100 for International Partners |
| 5th Interdisciplinary on Orthopedic Value-based Care | April 9 - April 11, 2021 | 3D Virtual Platform | $400 for Pharma/Device Industry Consultants, $325 for Practicing Physicians Executives and Managers, $300 for Practice Managers and Nurse Practitioners, $150 for Practicing Nurses and Practicing PT/DPT, Free for Residents and Medical Students |
| 15th Annual Rehab Summit | July 14 - 17, 2021 | Las Vegas, Nevada | $499.99 for Full Conference Live Pass + Virtual Access, $399.99 for Virtual Only Access |
| Ascend 2021 | September 24-26, 2021 | May 13-15, 2021 | $499 for in-person tickets (early-bird pricing), $149 for virtual tickets (early-bird pricing), free for virtual tickets that only give access to each day’s keynotes |