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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.
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.
Jun 1, 2019/Column
Sometimes you need to walk away. But that's not all.
APTA's Media Corps members serve as a resource for journalists who are working on stories that involve physical therapy.
Tiffany Adams, PT, DPT, PhD, MBA, will deliver the seventh Lynda D. Woodruff Lecture on June 18 at 7 p.m. ET.
Mar 1, 2015/Column
When a mandate impedes best practice.
Mar 3, 2021/Roundup
The virtual event may be over, but registrants can still load up on great programming. Here are a few suggestions.
Jul 8, 2025/Podcast
Colleen Ward, PT, DPT, board-certified clinical specialist in cardiovascular and pulmonary physical therapy, chats with three fellow APTA members about their experiences becoming board-certified clinical specialists.
Apr 14, 2023/News
The bill could help reverse the Medicare system's downward payment spiral. Now's the time to voice your support.