Physical Therapy Degree Program
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

The profession of physical therapy appeals to people who enjoy physical activity, service to others, and one-on-one therapeutic relationships. Physical therapists work with individuals with movement or mobility problems in order to prevent, restore or resolve the dysfunctional condition.

Physical therapists find work in hospitals, private clinics, public schools, health maintenance organizations, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers and home health agencies. Currently, a conservative estimate of the annual salary for a new graduate is $60,000.

To learn more about the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at the University of Washington, please explore the links below:

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An Interview with
Ross Hays, MD

In his role as the director of Undergraduate Medical Education in the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Ross Hays, MD supervises the Department's chronic care clerkship, which provides a chronic disease and disability curriculum experience for all 4th year medical students at the University of Washington. Read more...

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Physical Therapy Degree Program Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

To learn more about the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at the University of Washington, please explore the links below:

Annual Review Courses

An Interview withRoss Hays, MD

Physical Therapy Degree Program
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

An Interview with
Ross Hays, MD