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Why did you choose to become a physical therapist? Graduate school takes more from you than you initially imagine. It demands your heart, countless hours, and your tireless dedication.

I know these demands well, as this is my second round going through a graduate program.

Before I came to physical therapy school, I was a medical student. After realizing that I didn’t want to become a medical doctor, I decided to leave the program. So why would I put myself through these challenges again to pursue physical therapy?

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