What's Being Discussed

Meeting minutes: The Board will review and approve records from its February 2, 2026 meeting.
Continuing education course approval: A "Master Class Workshop" (7.5 units) is up for review as an approved course for physical therapists.
License applications: Dozens of new physical therapist (PT) and physical therapist assistant (PTA) license applications are on the list for approval.
Scope of practice question: The Board will discuss whether shockwave therapy falls within the legal scope of physical therapy practice in Hawaii.
Continuing education for PTAs: Discussion about continuing competence unit (CCU) requirements for physical therapist assistants.
National data sharing: The Board will consider joining a national database (FSBPT's ELDD) that tracks exam results, licensure, and disciplinary actions across states.
Staff reports: Updates on Hawaii's Jurisprudence Assessment Module and national licensing exam results.
Disciplinary matters: Settlement agreements will be reviewed for two licensed physical therapists, Kira C. Markus and Michael Takamasa Arakaki.
Officer elections: The Board will elect a new Chair and Vice-Chair.

Decisions Expected

Approval of continuing education course for credit
Ratification of new PT and PTA licenses
Final orders on two disciplinary settlement agreements
Election of Board leadership
Possible votes on shockwave therapy scope of practice and data sharing participation

Who Should Pay Attention

Physical therapists and PTAs practicing or seeking licensure in Hawaii
Continuing education providers seeking course approval
Patients and healthcare employers interested in PT scope of practice rules