Cumming Physical Therapist Receives State Merit Award

Cumming resident and physical therapist Deborah Michael Wendland received the 2013 Merit Award from the Physical Therapy Association of Georgia last month at the 2013 Fall Conference in Atlanta, according to the press release. 

The Merit Award is the highest honor given by PTAG and recognizes a Georgia physical therapist for exceptional service and achievement within the physical therapy community.

Wendland is a dedicated member of PTAG who was nominated for her extensive contributions to the physical therapy profession. In addition to more than 15 years of practice experience, Wendland possesses an MS and post-professional DPT of physical therapy, and is pursuing a PhD in applied physiology with a focus or biomechanics and a minor in public policy. 

She is currently an assistant professor at Mercer University, and runs a monthly Good Samaritan clinic for the underserved in both metropolitan Atlanta and other parts of the state.

“Deborah is the perfect example of a physical therapist that is doing big things,” says PTAG President Barney Poole. “Her commitment and service to the industry is reflected through this award. She is a great representation of a true Georgia physical therapist.”

Criteria for the Merit Award are based on achievement within the fields of education, practice and research, as well as service to PTAG and the physical therapy profession. Eligible applicants are nominated through a specific selection process and are later voted on by both the PTAG Award Committee and Executive Committee.

About the Physical Therapy Association of Georgia

The Physical Therapy Association of Georgia is the membership organization for the profession of physical therapy in Georgia, and a component of the American Physical Therapy Association. PTAG has approximately 2,000 members comprised of PT’s, PTA’s and Students. The mission of PTAG is to represent, promote and serve the profession of physical therapy.

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