Physical therapy articles for pre-PT students, DPT students, and physical therapists, including DPT admissions, PT school, clinical training, rehabilitation care, and physical therapy careers.
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Abstract: This article provides advice on writing effective letters of recommendation for a scholarship awardee, ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated August 20, 2026 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Pre-DentalPre-HealthPre-MedicalPre-Occupational TherapyPre-OptometryPre-PharmacyPre-Physical TherapyPre-PodiatryPre-PsychologyPre-Veterinary
The admissions process can feel overwhelming. Applications, with personal statements, letters of recommendation, deadlines, interviews, ... Read more
Heidi Fuchs
Updated May 5, 2026 by Heidi Fuchs
Starting physical therapy (PT) school can be a daunting experience. It’s a lot of change ... Read more
Priya Patel
Updated April 19, 2023 by Priya Patel
Congratulations on your decision to apply to PT school! Observation experiences are an important part ... Read more
Lauren Calamari
Updated August 21, 2026 by Lauren Calamari
What does the life of a physical therapist entail? Dr. Caleb Mellinger, who is a ... Read more
Student Doctor Network
Updated August 21, 2026 by Student Doctor Network
This is a transcript of the Ask Me Anything with DPT Students: Amber and Michael. ... Read more
Student Doctor Network
Updated June 22, 2022 by Student Doctor Network
Congratulations on pursuing the route to be a physical therapist! The journey may be difficult ... Read more
Student Doctor Network
Updated October 18, 2023 by Student Doctor Network
When you start physical therapy school you know you want to work as a physical ... Read more
Madison Oak
Updated August 21, 2026 by Madison Oak
OT or PT? Occupational therapists (OT) and physical therapists (PT) often work side-by-side, addressing similar ... Read more
Caitlin Dobson
Updated August 31, 2022 by Caitlin Dobson
When you’re planning to apply to physical therapy school, you may or may not have ... Read more
Meredith Castin
Updated June 24, 2022 by Meredith Castin
Congratulations! You’ve submitted an application for your physical therapy dream job; you’re eager to shine ... Read more
Meredith Castin
Updated January 22, 2019 by Meredith Castin
What is Physical Therapy? Chances are, you’ve heard of physical therapy (PT). Perhaps you have ... Read more
Meredith Castin
Updated November 28, 2023 by Meredith Castin
The first thing you notice about Paul Rockar, Jr., PT, DPT, MS, is his energy. ... Read more
Suzanne Barston
Updated August 21, 2026 by Suzanne Barston
Jeremy Houser shares his advice for students and gives perspective on the field of physical therapy
Juliet Farmer
Updated June 27, 2022 by Juliet Farmer
David Andry, PT shares his perspective on the field of physical therapy and advice for students
Juliet Farmer
Updated February 28, 2019 by Juliet Farmer
Karen McCain, PT, DPT, NCS is assistant professor at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical ... Read more
Juliet Farmer
Updated August 30, 2022 by Juliet Farmer
Sterling Carter answers twenty questions about being a physical therapist and owning his own physical therapy clinic.
Rosrin Wuithiran
Updated August 21, 2026 by Rosrin Wuithiran
Dr. Secili DeStefano shares her insights about the field of physical therapy and advice for students.
Juliet Farmer
Updated June 27, 2022 by Juliet Farmer
This is the second article in our series about the physical therapy admissions process.
Gregory Brusola
Updated August 17, 2022 by Gregory Brusola
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