PT Pintcast - Physical Therapy

PT Pintcast - Physical Therapy


The Overeducation Dilemma: Are We Training PTs for the Wrong Job?

August 15, 2024

In this engaging live stream episode of PT Pintcast, host Jimmy McKay, alongside co-hosts Tony Maritato and Dave Kittle, dive deep into the critical debate on whether physical therapists are being overeducated for the roles they truly want. We explore the balance between evaluation and treatment, the evolving landscape of physical therapy education, and what it means to deliver real value to patients in various practice models.


Main Topics Discussed:


The value of evaluations versus treatment in physical therapy.

Are DPT programs over-educating PTs for the roles they aspire to?

The economic and practical implications of PT education on career choices.

Differing practice models: Insurance-based versus out-of-pocket services.

Personal branding for PTs and leveraging social media for career growth.



Co-host Highlights:


Anthony Maritato: 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LearnMedicareBilling 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-maritato/


Dave Kittle: Host of The Dave Kittle Show 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thedavekittleshow 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davekittle/


Jimmy McKay: Host of PT Pintcast 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PTPintcast 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmy-mckay-pt-dpt-a4207659/


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