Protecting Patients, Enhancing the Profession
The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario is a professional organization that regulates and promotes the practice of physiotherapy in the province of Ontario. Our mission is to protect the public and ensure that individuals receive high-quality physiotherapy services from qualified and competent professionals. We achieve this by setting standards for education, registration, and practice, as well as by providing resources and support to physiotherapists, patients, and caregivers.
As a regulatory body, we are committed to transparency, accountability, and fairness in all our dealings. We believe that physiotherapy is a vital part of the healthcare system, and that it should be accessible to all individuals who need it. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion is reflected in our policies and practices, and we strive to create an environment that is welcoming and supportive to all.
Our Services
The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario offers a wide range of services to physiotherapists, patients, and caregivers. These include:
- Registration and Certification: We register and certify physiotherapists who meet our standards for education and training, ensuring that they have the necessary knowledge and skills to provide safe and effective care.
- Practice Advice: We provide guidance and support to physiotherapists on matters related to practice, including standards, ethics, and law.
- Patient Resources: We offer information and resources to patients and caregivers on topics such as physiotherapy, patient safety, and health literacy.
- Complaints and Discipline: We investigate and resolve complaints about physiotherapists, and take disciplinary action when necessary to protect the public.
- Continuing Professional Development: We provide opportunities for physiotherapists to continue their education and training, ensuring that they stay current with the latest research and best practices.
- Virtual Physiotherapy: We provide resources and support for physiotherapists who practice in virtual settings, ensuring that they are equipped to provide high-quality care in this emerging area.
Our Commitment to Patients
At the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario, we believe that patients have the right to receive high-quality physiotherapy services from qualified and competent professionals. We are committed to protecting the public and ensuring that physiotherapists meet our standards for practice. We also provide resources and support to patients and caregivers, including information on physiotherapy, patient safety, and health literacy.
Our Commitment to Physiotherapists
We are committed to supporting physiotherapists in their practice, providing them with the resources and guidance they need to provide high-quality care. We believe that physiotherapists are essential members of the healthcare team, and that they play a vital role in promoting health and wellness in Ontario.
Licensing Issues and Governance Concerns
The majority of reviewers express frustration and disappointment with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (CPO) regarding licensing issues, governance, and their handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many reviewers question the CPO's ability to license physiotherapists in a timely manner, with some citing a two-year delay.
Lack of Problem-Solving and Inaction
Reviewers criticize the CPO for not finding a viable solution to license physiotherapists, despite other healthcare professions managing to do so during the pandemic. They accuse the CPO of refusing to implement a residency program offered by five universities in Ontario, which could have immediately licensed physiotherapists.
Ethics and Accountability
Several reviewers express concern about the CPO's ethics and accountability, with some accusing Rod Hamilton of being a "do nothing" and a "bully" who threatens physiotherapists who speak out against the college's inaction. Reviewers call for the CPO to do better in ensuring that licensing bodies are ethical and valid.
Practical Exam and Public Safety
Some reviewers question the necessity and effectiveness of the practical exam, citing that it brings in significant revenue for the exam administrators and may not provide any real benefit to public safety. They point out that other provinces and countries do not require a similar exam, and yet produce highly competent and safe physiotherapists.
Disappointment and Frustration
Reviewers express frustration and disappointment with the CPO's response to the pandemic, citing that they do not care about their members and do not know how to mandate a suspension of all care during the pandemic. Some reviewers feel that the CPO's actions are pathetic, incompetent, and unapologetically disgraceful.
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