Ever since I was young, I wanted to be an architect. I loved design and structures, especially how angles and components fit together to create works of art. I have had a love of drawing, physics, and math all my life, so naturally I pursued education that incorporated my passions — which led me to architecture.
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Defining Moment: Architecture of Movement
How one PT moved from a career plan of studying architecture to physical therapy.
Date: August 1, 2023
Contact: aptamag@apta.org
Content Type: Column
Cristina C.O. Essola, PT, DPT, MPH
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