DiscoverThe Physio DiariesDear Diary: Is Physical Therapy Doomed? ft Dr. Kyle Covington PT, DPT, PhD, APTA President
Dear Diary: Is Physical Therapy Doomed? ft Dr. Kyle Covington PT, DPT, PhD, APTA President

Dear Diary: Is Physical Therapy Doomed? ft Dr. Kyle Covington PT, DPT, PhD, APTA President

Update: 2025-11-04
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In episode 60, Mel and Al sit down with Dr. Kyle Covington PT, DPT, PhD, and the PRESIDENT of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), who shares his journey from growing up on a dairy farm to leading the APTA. In this episode, Kyle reveals the exciting future of the PT world, including the new primary care speciality and strategic plans for better reimbursement.  Tune in and get the inside scoop on how PTs can make a difference in legislation and why everyone’s voice matters in shaping our profession. This is a ~spicy~ discussion on the evolving role of PTs and the power of collective advocacy that you don’t want to miss!


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Dear Diary: Is Physical Therapy Doomed? ft Dr. Kyle Covington PT, DPT, PhD, APTA President

Dear Diary: Is Physical Therapy Doomed? ft Dr. Kyle Covington PT, DPT, PhD, APTA President

Dr. Melanie Ziaziaris PT, DPT and Dr. Alice Koshevatskiy PT, DPT