The Combined Sections Meeting heads to downtown Washington, DC 1 month earlier than usual in 2019! Mark your calendar for January 23-26, and join us in the nation’s capital to connect and learn. We are excited to bring over 12,000 caring and committed professionals to DC for the largest physical therapy conference in the country.
At CSM 2019 in DC, you will find your people and connect with the physical therapy community. With programming designed by all 18 of APTA’s specialty sections, you’ll get the information and tools you need to learn and grow.
CSM 2019
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This year will bring together over 12,000 innovative and dedicated professionals for the largest conference on physical therapy in the country. With programming designed by all 18 of APTA’s specialty sections, you will not want to miss this upbeat conference!
Preconference Courses
Immerse yourself in hands-on learning at our 1- or 2-day precons, Tuesday, January 22, and Wednesday, January 23, 8:00 am–5:30 pm each day.
Educational Sessions
Sessions run Thursday, January 24, through Saturday, January 26, at these times each day:
Learn While You Collect CEUs!
Your attendance is equivalent to up to 1.8 CEUs (18 contact hours/CCUs). The number of CEUs awarded for each session will be listed in the “Schedule at a Glance” available each day and in the APTA Conferences app under CSM 2019. The app will go live in December 2018.
Handouts
Handouts will be available through the CSM app in January 2019.
Exhibit Hall
The CSM exhibit hall in the convention center will feature more than 450 companies showcasing over 1,000 products and services available to physical therapy professionals. Look for many after-hours product demos.
Exhibit Hall Hours
The exhibit hall hours at CSM 2019 will provide you with opportunities to view posters and to learn about products, services, and technologies that will enhance your practice.
Thursday, January 24: 9:30 am–4:00 pm
Friday, January 25: 9:30 am–4:00 pm
Saturday, January 26: 9:30 am–3:00 pm
Poster Hours
Thursday, January 24, through Saturday, January 26: 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
Accessibility Information
APTA complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Access ADA Information (.pdf).
For Students
APTA student members have the opportunity to receive discounted CSM 2019 registration by volunteering for all 3 days of the meeting. The volunteer application process opens September 6. Learn more.
We look forward to welcoming you to DC to connect and learn in the nation’s capital January 23-26!
