Intro
What level of education do you need to practice as a Physical Therapist?
Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT)
What is Tim's last name?
Sarver
What is Tammie's last name?
Mussari
What does DPT stand for?
Doctor of Physical Therapy
What is the most common care delivery setting for PTs?
In 2018, 33% of physical therapists worked in offices of physical, occupational, speech therapists, and audiologists.
What is PBL?
Problem based learning. Adjusting to this was one of the biggest obstacles that Tim said he faced.
Where did Tammie obtain her DPT degree?
Duquesne University
Where did Tim do undergrad?
The Ohio State University
What is the average salary (within $2,000) of Physical Therapists?
$89,440
What is the example that Tim provided of their Service Learning course?
Providing foot massages to dialysis patients.
What does Tammie say is the most difficult part of being a PT?
"All the paperwork!"
Name one of the DMA Faculty member's
Dr. Cain, Dr. Reynolds-Torma, Maureen McCann
What is the governing body of PTs?
The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT)
What was Tim's piece of advice for students?
"It is never too early to begin shadowing and getting observations hours!"
What advice does Tammie offer students?
"Immerse yourself in the clinic setting."
What will Tammie's patients do to show her their progress?
They will video tape themselves doing their sport/activity and sometimes even invite her to recitals or games!
What is the alternative option to the traditional path to becoming a PT?
3+3 programs or early assurance programs
What school does Tim attend for PT school?
Wheeling University
What color shirt is Tammie wearing in her photo?
Black
Which of your DMA Scholars had the first intro post?
Marissa!