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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
Mar 1, 2023/Feature
It's about speaking up in the right ways to the right people at the right time.
Nov 1, 2023/News
Steven Z. George, PT, PhD, FAPTA, has been named editor-in-chief of PTJ: Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Journal, APTA's scientific journal.
Dec 3, 2025/Article
"Physical Therapy in the News" is a monthly series that highlights recent media coverage of the profession and APTA members.
Jun 1, 2019/Column
Sometimes you need to walk away. But that's not all.
Oct 3, 2022/Perspective
When I first met Mr. Fernandez (name changed to conceal his identity) 10 years ago, he resided in an assisted living facility in Mexico.
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.
Oct 1, 2016/Column
Should a physical therapist tell a patient that she is terminally ill?
A variety of programs have been developed to address value-based care payment, including the Medicare Quality Payment Program, or QPP.
Jul 22, 2026/News
New initiatives are empowering members to drive meaningful payment reform and strengthen the future of the profession.
