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Transition DPT FAQs

The correct degree nomenclature for the professional (entry-level) and the postprofessional transition clinical doctorate is "DPT." In these FAQs, the nomenclature "postprofessional DPT " has been used to distinguish the DPT degree conferred upon completion of a transition program from the DPT conferred

On the Right Track

May 1, 2023/Feature

How PTs can help with the unique challenges race car drivers face.

On the Pathway to Greatness

Apr 1, 2023/Feature

APTA's PTA Advanced Proficiency Pathways program provides skills and recognition for physical therapist assistants.

Defining Moment: The Path Chose Me

Jun 1, 2024/Column

A PT finds meaning and purpose helping other cancer survivors.

APTA President’s Note | Where We Are Supposed to Be

Nov 1, 2025/Column

APTA President Kyle Covington, PT, DPT, PhD, recalls a memorable patient encounter in this issue’s column.

Weighty Matters: Physical Therapy and GLP-1 Medications

Aug 1, 2025/Feature

What PTs need to know about working with patients taking glucagon-like peptide-1 agonists.

From Students to Fellows: Celebrating Leadership Across the Profession

Nov 1, 2025/Feature

Meet the seasoned leaders, emerging trailblazers, and outstanding students who are driving the profession forward.

APTA Centennial Scholars Spotlight: April 2022

Apr 1, 2022/Feature

This month, APTA Magazine spotlights the following APTA Centennial Scholars: LaDonna Dingle, Emily Quinn, Zachary Walston, and Cara N. Whalen Smith.

Epic Lift Capacity Test (ELC)

Jun 16, 2022/Test & Measure

The EPIC Lift Capacity test (ELC) is used to evaluate lifting capacity through different vertical ranges necessary to carry out the occupational demands required for lifting on an occasional or frequent basis.

Rock Your World

Sep 1, 2019/Column

Want to get your priorities straight and help your clients do the same? It’s about time. Literally.