I couldn't wait to become a physical therapist.

As soon as I passed my board exams, I began applying for jobs. Soon after, I accepted a travel position, in part because I could start working right away.

The only thing standing between me and my career was an annual physical exam, conducted by a general practitioner, and a little paperwork.

I'm young, healthy, and physically active, so this exam didn't worry me at all.

I met with a new physician, and the assessment went well. But as I was leaving my appointment I spotted a note in the restrictions section: "Cannot lift more than 50 lbs."