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Taking a teaching job on a lark proved to be the perfect fit for this physical therapist.
Listen to Tom Walters, PT, DPT, read this Defining Moment article on APTA's podcast.
My physical therapy career started out like many others, but, over the years, it has evolved in ways I could have never imagined. If you are willing to go through doors when they open and take risks, you can create a career that matches your interests and passions.
Date: December 1, 2023
Contact: aptamag@apta.org
Content Type: Column
Tom Walters, PT, DPT
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