Kristin von Nieda was a much-respected person in physical therapy, and it is with great sadness that we inform you of her demise. Kris said goodbye on December 9, 2023, after more than 40 years of devoted service that left an unforgettable impression on the field.
Kris von Nieda made substantial contributions to the field of physical therapy over her long and fruitful career, which lasted more than four decades. She worked relentlessly to improve patient care and develop the discipline, making an impact in a variety of settings with her skill, knowledge, and dedication.
Kris dedicated a large part of his remarkable career to the admirable cause of education. The bedrock of her career was her dedication to education, which she used to mold the brains of many future physical therapists. A reflection of Kris’s deep passion for the area and her want to share her extensive knowledge with others who would come after her was her commitment to fostering the development of future practitioners.
Everyone in the field of physical therapy may look to her as an example of an exceptional educator, mentor, and champion for the field’s educational standards. Outside of her close network of friends and family, Kris von Nieda had a lasting effect on the field of physical therapy as a whole.
Kris von Nieda’s death has devastated many people in the physical therapy field and the APTA PA community. Those fortunate enough to have learned from her or worked side by side with her will always admire her enthusiasm, knowledge, and unfaltering commitment to the field.
Kris von Nieda’s loved ones, coworkers, and everyone else whose life she touched will be in our thoughts and prayers as we grieve her passing. The influence of enthusiasm, perseverance, and a lifetime commitment to physical therapy’s advancement is borne out by her legacy.
Although Kris’s passing is devastating, her many accomplishments and the lives she impacted will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
