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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
Dec 3, 2025/Article
"Physical Therapy in the News" is a monthly series that highlights recent media coverage of the profession and APTA members.
Oct 1, 2016/Column
Should a physical therapist tell a patient that she is terminally ill?
Awards
This award acknowledges an individual physical therapist who has made significant contributions to the literature in physical therapy or in other health care disciplines in the areas of theory, practice, foundational or clinical research, education, and administration.
Oct 1, 2019/Column
When general supervision is legal but problematic.
Feb 1, 2016/Column
Questions about some joint moves.
Jun 5, 2024/Open Access
The independent evaluation supports APTA’s position that digital physical therapy services only be performed or directed by licensed PTs.
Jun 1, 2019/Column
Sometimes you need to walk away. But that's not all.
Mar 1, 2015/Column
When a mandate impedes best practice.
Stay up to date on coding and billing in physical therapy.
