MPTA Members in Action 

This page is dedicated to recognize MPTA members who have received awards and honors in the PT and PTA fields in their communities.  Congratulations to all of the below MPTA members!!

Zonta’s Women of Achievement Award - Paula Burnett, PT 

On May 17, 2016, MPTA President Paula Burnett was named one of Zonta’s Women of Achievement.  Zonta is an international organization with clubs in 70 countries.  The group strives to improve our world for women and girls. This award was established to increase community awareness, understanding, and appreciation of women and their diverse contributions.  Women of Achievement are nominated by businesses, organizations and the community at large.  Paula was one of two winners chosen from 14 outstanding nominees.  The nominees included area physicians, business women, a pastor, and others who give a tremendous amount of time and talent to the community.

Paula’s work as a physical therapist, her service on the PT Advisory Commission, and her leadership as President of MPTA were listed among the reasons for her selection.  Congratulations Paula, for this well-deserved recognition!   THANK YOU so much for making a difference every day and for inspiring others to do the same.  

Paula Burnett, PT, (center) celebrates with her daughter Kristin and her son Drew.

James Scanlon Service to the Community Award - Maureen Raffensperger, PT, DPT, CEEAA, OCS

On May 2, 2016, Maureen Raffensperger, received the James Scanlon Award for Faculty Service to the Community from Missouri Western University. The University selects just one recipient a year. The award was given based on service missions Dr. Raffensperger has made to India, for an annual Fall Prevention event she organizes, and for her service to MPTA.  Dr. Raffensperger currently serves as MPTA's Education Chair.

Maureen Raffensperger (right) pictured here with the President of Missouri Western, Dr. Vartebedian.