PT Board Winter Newsletter: Compact Updates, Wellness Program, Board Changes

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 17:54:38 +0000
Healthcare

The Alabama Board of Physical Therapy (ABPT) published its January 2024 newsletter covering three key updates: (1) appointment of Zach Nelson, PTA as the new Northern District board member effective December 15, 2023, replacing Nathan McGriff; (2) progress toward issuing PT Compact privileges by mid-summer 2024, including completed administrative code amendments and contracted fingerprinting services with Fieldprint; and (3) the Impaired Practitioner Wellness Program, currently serving 12 participants (11 by self-report) under Dr. Mike Garver's administration. Two brief disciplinary notices are also listed.