Defining a Social Contract for Meeting Future Healthcare Needs

Is the physical therapy profession prepared to meet the health needs of the future? To address this question, Gail M. Jensen, PhD, PT, FAPTA joins PT Talker. She recently gave the McMillan lecture at the 2011 APTA annual meeting and presented on the topic of societal health needs at the APTA Combined Sections Meeting held in New Orleans in February.

To meet the ever-changing landscape of societal health care needs, Jensen defined three areas of focus. First, follow the APTA code of ethics with emphasis on the principle of respecting the inherent dignity and rights of all individuals. Her second principle is to adhere to a social contract that strives to meet health needs locally, nationally and globally. The final area of focus is social responsibility. She encourages physical therapists to remember that health is more than just health care. Where a patient lives, his job and living conditions can override the importance of seeking proper health care. Jensen believe social responsibility takes a look at changing health conditions in addition to providing health care.

Listen now to learn more about ways physical therapists can work with other health professions to meet the common good of society.

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  1. Posted June 18, 2011 at 1:41 am | Permalink

    Great podcast. I am a former student of Dr. Jensen’s. Thought provoking material for sure.

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  1. By Kahn nirschl | Zubufood on September 7, 2012 at 12:52 pm

    [...] Defining a Social Contract for Meeting Future Healthcare Needs …Kahn Nirschl. Posted June 18, 2011 at 1:41 am | Permalink. Great podcast. I am a former student of Dr. Jensen’s. Thought provoking material for sure. [...]

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