Member Spotlight Sara Holland PT, DPT St. Peters Health Partners Home Health Physical Therapist for the Eddy Visiting Nurse and Rehab Association
How Long have you been a member of APTA New York? I have been a member since 2007, and I have been an active member in the Eastern District since 2011. What do you enjoy most about APTA New York? I enjoy the relationships you build with members both locally and across the state. Brainstorming with colleagues is another thing that I enjoy very much because everyone I connect with has such great expertise in many different areas. These sessions inspire me to take a new look at my practices and adjust to keep things fresh. I also enjoy the continuing education opportunities that are available locally and throughout the state because of the wide range of interesting topics. Tell us a little about your background, and how your path led you to where you are today. I never would have expected to be where I am today. I grew interest in the physical therapy field in high school when I was both a patient and in a career introduction class. I started PT school thinking I was going to be a pediatric physical therapist. I worked in acute care for 8 years and then transitioned to home health almost 3 years ago. I also have had previous experience working in acute rehabilitation, outpatient, as well as teaching as an adjunct professor at The Sage Colleges in Troy, NY. What’s the most rewarding part about your work and what are some challenges? I love working with patients 1:1 in their home, while they are in their own environment. Being a guest in someone’s home you really learn so much about what they enjoy, and what is important to them. You get to practice exactly what they need to succeed in their own environment. It is so rewarding watching someone succeed and be able to live a healthy life in his or her own home. Just like everyone else, these past two years of dealing with COVID has brought numerous challenges to everyday life, so I am continuously adjusting to the recommendations for PPE, as well as learning best practices for patients who have been diagnosed with COVID. What is a typical day like for you? Gym time early in morning, work, followed by chasing my 3-year-old around the house/yard. Sundays are for football and family, Go Dolphins! 10
APTA New York | November/December, 2021
