Mike Laporte

Doctor of Physiotherapy - MQU, Father, Weightlifter, Golfer, S&C

[Jackie Sadi @JackieSadi]

So proud of my colleagues @joymacdermid @abrushton and there article on “Necessity for prof debate to be informed by evidence @PhysioCan https://t.co/TLDdE7WsMJ

[Mike Laporte @LaporteM21]

@maggiebpt How about reflection and downtime? (Could be as part of exercise, or could be part of other mindfulness practices)

[Mike Laporte @LaporteM21]

@GregLehman IMO the dichotomy of right and wrong in an ethical scenario is unhelpful for a such a nuanced topic. The context is very multi-factorial. Absurd argument… if you charted it as “Walked 2km w patient and dogs, improved pt mood” and was a free therapy session, does that make it ok?

[Mike Laporte @LaporteM21]

@NaheedD I wish we could be done with covid…
So that I can get married and my fiancees parents are able to attend.
And so that health care professionals (PTs) can get fully licensed after 2+ years of waiting for exams.

[Mike Laporte @LaporteM21]

@GregLehman This one gets me. A novice lifter will benefit from lifting. Period. I would rather suboptimal loads w slow linear progression to gain technical expertise. Is that obs expertise? I would use a combination of visual (bar speed, form change) and subject feedback to progress later.

[Mike Laporte @LaporteM21]

Premier .@FordNation: Ontario's healthcare system is on the brink of collapse. And you’ve abandoned Ontario's nurses — the very people working to keep us safe. Support Ontario’s nurses now and repeal #Bill124. Sign now #OnPoli https://t.co/ls67ovfmoo

[Mike Laporte @LaporteM21]

@BostickUAPT @Jess7Sh @UofARehabMed This is an important initiative for Alberta PT especially during the pivotal time. Looking forward to seeing action from the association!

[Jess S @Jess7Sh]

Alberta’s new Physiotherapy Association has just launched! Physios and candidates will finally have representation at the provincial level during a time we need it most! Check out the website and consider getting involved today! https://t.co/PzUlpdQ5hg @UofARehabMed @BostickUAPT

[Pavlos Bobos @pavlosbob]

Still no clear pathway to license PTs 🇨🇦nationwide (except Quebec). #CAPR announced the permanent cancellation of the clinical exams. @MonteMcNaughton said we need all hands on deck but @CollegeofPTs has no urgency at all. 1000+ PT graduates are still waiting.

[Mike Laporte @LaporteM21]

Given the impact this licensing crisis has had on the profession. Having effective association leadership will be crucial to move forward as a profession.
If you’re in Alberta, please consider applying and getting involved!

[The Canadian Physio @thecdnphysio]

PT Residents and new grads in Alberta- your time is NOW.

Now is your time to get involved with the brand new launch of the Alberta Physiotherapy Association.

Let’s amplify our voices within these associations. Information can be found below:

https://t.co/5C8inoyT4c

[The Canadian Physio @thecdnphysio]

PT Residents and new grads in Alberta- your time is NOW.

Now is your time to get involved with the brand new launch of the Alberta Physiotherapy Association.

Let’s amplify our voices within these associations. Information can be found below:

https://t.co/5C8inoyT4c

[Mike Laporte @LaporteM21]

@dkjacks While the exam cancellations by CAPR have been tough, the Colleges almost all had the ability to bypass the PCE, as evidenced by the alternative pathways that have been implements. Some had to make changes. There are still many ineligible for these alternatives however.

[Mike Laporte @LaporteM21]

@dkjacks @Joe_Ottawa Treatment techniques, such as Mulligan MWMs, are not testable. If this is mentioned in an exam, would they receive marks? I don’t know.

As you say, they are practicing safely. They have demonstrated competence.

But there are also many still not able to practice.

[Mike Laporte @LaporteM21]

@dkjacks @Joe_Ottawa Residents who have taken advanced clinical courses (ie women’s health, acupuncture) are not able to use these skills if their supervisors are not rostered for them.
Further, many are scared of expanding their clinical reasoning too far since the exam tests “entry-to-practice”

[Joseph Federico @Joe_Ottawa]

"Practice makes permanent." - Phil Burchell

The real crisis caused by the protracted delay in fully licensing PT candidates is that new PTs are not able to consolidate freshly acquired skills and knowledge during what is arguably the most formative time in their career.

[Mike Laporte @LaporteM21]

@Perez_MAB @celliottability Nearly 1000 physiotherapists are still waiting full licensure (living in Ontario). Some PT hospital departments are empty. Many still awaiting options for full licensure since the start of the pandemic. They can help too.

[Mike Laporte @LaporteM21]

@MonteMcNaughton Speaking of healthcare, physiotherapist in ON still have no transparent, fair pathway to licensure. Also, many potential immigrant PTs are dissuaded from coming to Ontario because of the licensing uncertainty (2 years running). If you want “all hands on deck” there are easy wins.

[Maggie Bergeron 🇨🇦🌈 ✌🏽 @maggiebpt]

As PTs we often think of our advocacy role as advocating for our patients/role of PT in healthcare

But the ongoing delays in licensing 🇨🇦 PTs t/o the pandemic has demonstrated the importance of advocating for transparency & action from our own regulators

#PTadvocatesofcanada