PT Proud Special Interest Group

Vice Chair 

TONYA MILLER, PT, DPT, PhD

BIOGRAPHY

I am the Academic Program Lead for the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology and an adjunct professor in the MBA program at Lebanon Valley College. In these roles, I guide developing professionals in leadership and understanding the healthcare industry. I have extensive experience as a national speaker and am the founder of TYM Coaching. With over 25 years of executive leadership skills and a Ph.D. in Leadership Studies, I work to combine real-world experience with academic expertise. From coaching front-line healthcare providers to board-room negotiations, I am passionate about personal growth and developing strong leadership cores committed to integrity, accountability, and self-awareness. I believe in community engagement and am an active community volunteer. I currently serve on several boards, including Cumberland & Perry County Domestic Violence Shelter, where I serve as the Board Vice President, America Physical Therapy Association PT Proud Special Interest Group, where I serve as the Vice -Chair and  PA Vent Camp, a camp for ventilator-dependent children, in which I also serve as the Executive Director.    

STATEMENT

As a member of the LGBTQ+ community and as a Physical Therapist for over 30 years, I am dedicated to promoting the interest in the profession of Physical Therapy and creating an inclusive environment where all members of our profession and the communities we serve feel heard and respected. Our work as leaders of PT Proud gives voice to members of our profession and our community. As the Vice Chair, I will continue to dedicate my time and efforts to education, advocacy, and leadership in our community to promote the mission and vision of APTA, the Academy of Innovation and Leadership, and PT Proud.