CSM 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Networking and Sessions for PTs & Students
APTA Orthopedics Podcasts - Previously Ortho StaticShow Notes
Join hosts Jill Thein-Nissenbaum and Lori Thein Brody for the seventh episode of Did You Know?, featuring Dr. Brian Eckenrode, as they dive into everything you need to know about APTA Orthopedics’ Combined Sections Meeting (CSM). From navigating hundreds of educational sessions and posters, to networking opportunities, special interest groups (SIGs), and must-know tips for first-time attendees, this episode is packed with insights for PT students, new grads, and experienced clinicians alike. Learn how to make the most of your CSM experience, whether you’re interested in outpatient orthopedics, pain management, or just expanding your professional network.
Key Takeaways for PTs & Students: - Plan & Prioritize: Learn how to navigate CSM efficiently, select sessions, and make the most of on-demand content. - Network Strategically: Tips for connecting with leaders, SIGs, and fellow students to create long-term professional opportunities. - Explore & Grow: Step outside your comfort zone with new topics, hot sessions, and combined programming to expand your clinical knowledge.
Target Audience: Physical therapists, PT students, new graduates, orthopedic PTs, sports medicine PTs, outpatient PTs, APTA members, continuing education seekers, PT educators, musculoskeletal PT specialists
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