Doctor of Physical Therapy, Board Certified Oncologic PT Specialist, bookworm, social justice activist, feminist, lifelong learner, plant lady, cat mom.
Houston, Texas
Joined March 2009
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Jessica West, PT, DPT, OncCS retweeted
After adoption of @APTAtweets position on becoming an anti-racist organization, led by @TPTA delegate, @JessWestDPT, & comakers, we embarked on this journey to find the evidence! This is the 1st step. Read. Reflect & act on what you/your organizatio can do to become #antiracist.
A thread connecting a publication accepted for our upcoming Special Issue on Health Disparities in Rehabilitation to historical efforts of the @APTAtweets House of Delegates. #APTAHOD
Jessica West, PT, DPT, OncCS retweeted
Help spread the word about the October 11th voter registration deadline.
You can learn more about how to register at VoteTexas.gov
Jessica West, PT, DPT, OncCS retweeted
We will overcome this decision in Texas by winning political power.
Jessica West, PT, DPT, OncCS retweeted
If they want states to decide, then we must elect a governor who will protect a woman’s right to abortion.
Jessica West, PT, DPT, OncCS retweeted
What does your professional Association do for you… Last night Congress passed legislative package that mitigates cuts to 2022 Medicare fee schedule largely due to @APTAtweets its members and coalitions! Thank you for being the trusted leader in physical therapy #PTAdvocacy
Jessica West, PT, DPT, OncCS retweeted
Good news! My bipartisan bill to make physical therapy, occupational therapy, and other #health professions more diverse just passed through @EnergyCommerce. The next step is a vote on the House Floor. rush.house.gov/media-center/…
Jessica West, PT, DPT, OncCS retweeted
Women who stand up for themselves get penalized.
51 studies: a woman who negotiates for herself fears—and faces—backlash as selfish & aggressive.
If she negotiates for others, suddenly she seems caring.
I want to live in a world that celebrates women advocating for themselves.
Jessica West, PT, DPT, OncCS retweeted
Absolutely stunning @KVinekarMD
“We practice “naturalizing inequality,” whereby we attribute “advanced pathology” … to biologic or innate characteristics of groups of humans themselves rather than to the structural inequities and violence…” nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NE…
Jessica West, PT, DPT, OncCS retweeted
RC-9-21 passed! We are ecstatic. Let’s continue to mobilize to evolve our profession and our communities! Thank you @AcademyPhysical @LisaVanHoosePT @UjimaInstitute @UkohaDPT @SassyJais @rupalPT @APTAofMaryland @HPAAPTA @APTATexas
Thank you to all who were part of this incredible team. I am humbled by your guidance and patience. And I am so proud of our association for being ready to have this conversation. I look forward making the language of RC 9-21 a reality!
Matt, TY for being a co-maker for RC 9-21. Collaboration w you, @OscarG_DPT @TerryMNordstrom, @jdsheppard, Linda Horn, & 2 rockstar newer Texas delegates, @JessWestDPT & @parazopt, along w assists from so many others, we made history in #APTAHOD for #APTACentennial
Jessica West, PT, DPT, OncCS retweeted
This data is really bad! But having just looked at info for other leadership positions in APTA this may be the best representation of marginalized populations in the profession. That is even if you assume all the unknowns are white. Needless to say we have a long way to go
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Jessica West, PT, DPT, OncCS retweeted
Tune in: Wed 7p CT. Honored to be on panel w @LisaVanHoosePT @MarkMilliganDPT @CBarnesPT @sunsopeningband to talk about this since retracted @JAMA_current podcast and the backlash that the⬇️deleted tweet + response from Editor created. #structuralracism in healthcare exists.
Jessica West, PT, DPT, OncCS retweeted
#TXWomans is hosting a public affairs forum, “Capitol Violence: Tracing Legacies of Anti-Black Racism, White Supremacy and Anti-Semitism,” at 6p March 4. Panel will explore the day's origins, implications, expectations and direction
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Jessica West, PT, DPT, OncCS retweeted
#PioneerProud of my @TWUHouston #TWUPT fellow alumni: @JessWestDPT @jordanB__PT @DiemPuckett_DPT @lmiller2018 @jennfrerich @DanaTew & Amy H; #dptstudents: @BriTheSPT Leah Brick & Anna Naiki; & #phdstudent, @AllieSmithDPT 4 their #PTAdvocacy during #APTAFAF in DC. @TWUpres
Jessica West, PT, DPT, OncCS retweeted
Proud to be among the 26 @APTAtweets members at #APTAFAF representing Texas today on Capitol Hill in DC for #PTAdvocacy. Largest delegation! @JessWestDPT @jordanB__PT @DiemPuckett_DPT @BriTheSPT @jennfrerich @DanaTew @AlliancePTQI @AllieSmithDPT @LindaDJohn @lmiller2018
It was such a pleasure meeting you @DanCrenshawTX .We look forward to working with you! #APTAFAF #ChoosePT
Thanks @DanCrenshawTX and his staff for meeting with us to discuss patient access to physical therapy! #APTAFAF #ChoosePT @APTAtweets @JessWestDPT @jordanB__PT @AllieSmithDPT @jennfrerich
Jessica West, PT, DPT, OncCS retweeted
@sarahkliff “single payer is becoming surprisingly bipartisan. There is a growing openness to Medicare for all. Ppl just want a system where they don’t have to risk their life savings for a surprise medical bill” #APTAFAF #PTadvocacy
Jessica West, PT, DPT, OncCS retweeted
“PT services are often a critical component of a child’s education and is critical for getting kids with disabilities into the classroom through the IDEA program” #APTAFAF
Bradford Fitch @congressfdn at #APTAFAF: To build a relationship with your representative, give them what they need to make policy decisions. Info about impact of the bill on their district/state, why constituents support/oppose, a personal story related to the issue.
Bradford Fitch @congressfdn at #APTAFAF: As a Physical Therapist you are an organizational leader. And less than 10 messages are necessary to make your rep consider your request. #choosept #getpt1st