ARE there any DPT's on the list? And what is their opinion about this topic.
Do they feel they have better skills as a PT with doctor degree or is it so
that clinically it doesn't make a hole lot of difference?
Isaac
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Fra: Douglas M. White [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sendt: 8. august 2001 14:13
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Emne: Re: DPT
John:
Feel free to go to apta.org and read the brief there on the DPT. I think it
will answer some of your questions.
The role of the PT is also articulated on the APTA web site. I do not see
the DPT changing other professions. They will still be able to practice
according to their education and training.
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| This has been an interesting thread. I guess the question i would have is
| what is the real goal behind the DPT. Is it to produce quality research,
| educate the profession, make better clinicians, elevate the profession
etc.
| If so, sounds perfect. Or is it to have the doctor title with the
| perception that this will increase the role of physio in the market
| place(i.e more referrals from gps, and more insurance coverage, more
| compensation). If this is the reason, I wonder what the list thinks the
| current role of the profession is, and where you think it should be?
Further
| what is the role of physiatrists, orthopedic surgeons, rheumatologists,
| sport medicine, pain medicine specialists, and chiropractors, who also
| treat similar patients. How do we get a integrated and efficient
healthcare
| system?
|
| enjoying the read,
|
| John Dufton B.Sc., D.C.
| Peak Rehabilitation
| Vancouver, B.C.
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