Physical Therapist vs Physician Assistant | Comparison Healthcare Careers

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  • Let's compare PA vs PT, and see which one would be a great fit for your future career
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  • @drjustinleedpt
    @drjustinleedpt  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

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  • @lilbigmid
    @lilbigmid ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Good unbiased video. I am a licensed and practicing PTA and have always loved exercise and biomechanics as well as obviously working with people and helping. Now, I am finishing my bachelors degree and I have decided to go the PA route. With PT the one on one care and building relationships with patients is something you can't find in other careers but the ROI for schooling needs to be taken into consideration and PA is honestly a better option financially. For me the biggest decision in choosing PA was the desire to be able to do more. As a PTA I felt limited in the tools available to help patients and more so I feel like I wanted to know more about medicine and the body as a whole. It really just depends if you want to practice movement or medicine. I am glad I worked as a PTA before making the investment into grad school and I reccomend others work alteast as a tech and make sure to shadow before investing your time and money.

    • @braydenluna5383
      @braydenluna5383 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I’m also a PTA right now and looking at PA school. Do you mind if we connect? I’d love to talk to you about your decision process

    • @hollywog87
      @hollywog87 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm also a PTA, and I'm looking at either PA or DPT!

  • @ariawilliams6499
    @ariawilliams6499 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Needed this I’ve been so stressed between the two since I’ve graduated 😭

    • @drjustinleedpt
      @drjustinleedpt  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’m glad this video helped you learn more about the differences in both professions. Which career path did you decide to go down?

  • @soccerguyzombie
    @soccerguyzombie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Bro thank you so much, graduated back in December and this topic has been on my mind since 2020 ! Appreciate bro mad luv

    • @drjustinleedpt
      @drjustinleedpt  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m so glad this was helpful! I remember when I was in your shoes too! Which path did you decide?

  • @rachelholloman1185
    @rachelholloman1185 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I'm currently in this predicament right now trying to decide which one is for me.... and STRESS!!! I love the idea of being in a hospital and working with blood, labs, etc. but also straight out of high school I got neck deep into the idea that working with athletic performance and anatomical situations was amazing. As a child, I've always wanted to be in the ER and being neck deep in PT I feel behind but my gut is definitely telling me PA! TRUST IT!! GO FOR IT!!

  • @chadsdadbrad
    @chadsdadbrad 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Incredible video. Thank you!

    • @drjustinleedpt
      @drjustinleedpt  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awesome! I am glad you gained a lot of value from this video. I appreciate your feedback.

  • @ericbrandongreen8214
    @ericbrandongreen8214 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Thank you! I'm currently working as a PT aide in Irvine, California at a clinic, and I've really been on the fence between picking the DPT route or the PA route. I think i'll take the PA route because of the income/ and job growth, and also alot of PA programs in California dont require the GRE anymore, I majored in Biology at UCI and fulfilled all my PA pre req's. For DPT id actually have to take some extra classes, and also I didnt do so hot in my physics courses in respect to my bio courses LOL.
    Thank you for the video!

    • @drjustinleedpt
      @drjustinleedpt  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the feedback Eric. Sounds like you are pretty set with going down the PA route. From what you mentioned in this comment, that sounds like the smarter path to go down, excluding your liking for job duties. Good luck!!

  • @jakelee2149
    @jakelee2149 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thanks for the video man! Just subscribed. I'm still stuck between the two. I was pre-med out of college but after working in the field I decided that med school wasn't what I wanted. I'd prefer PA school but I would probably need to do a post bachelors for updated science. If I go PT, all I would really need would be PT experience and hours. So I'm trying to weigh my options.

    • @drjustinleedpt
      @drjustinleedpt  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the subscribe Jake Lee! I appreciate your support. Interesting place to be man. Let me ask you this: if money, cost, schooling, etc was not an issue, which profession would you think you would enjoy more?

  • @iantran4359
    @iantran4359 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I needed this video. Thank you!!!

  • @youssanescobar9177
    @youssanescobar9177 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing video brother!

  • @twoscoops4181
    @twoscoops4181 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video, thank you for the information

  • @DanialJf-uz5ql
    @DanialJf-uz5ql หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much for these information

  • @OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro
    @OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Hi. I'm a new subscriber! This is an AWESOME channel!😃 I'm a hospitalist PA in Washington, D.C. I work very closely with the therapy team. It includes OT, PT, and Speech (SLP). Our hospital specializes in patient who need restorative care from CVA, car accidents, gun shots, falls, and other traumatic injuries. You did a GREAT job describing PAs! 😊👍🏾 I wish you the best of success in your positive endeavors! I look forward to watching more of your videos!👋🏾👨🏽‍⚕️ Can you please do a video on the difference between an M.D. who specializes in physical medicine and PT? Thanks!😁

    • @drjustinleedpt
      @drjustinleedpt  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hello Dr Omar! Wow that sounds super interesting to work in that field. I’m sure there is never a day without something happening!! Glad it’s keeping you on your toes. I appreciate your kind and encouraging words, especially coming from another healthcare provider. And yes I can definitely put that on the list! I appreciate you!

  • @cailic.774
    @cailic.774 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I'm almost done with DPT school, love the way you described us using the body to heal and fix itself over medicine! So awesome, love all of your videos, congrats on being done with school, I cant wait to be finished and working!!

    • @drjustinleedpt
      @drjustinleedpt  2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Ohhhh deeeeengg! This is the most exciting time about DPT school. I can’t wait for you to pass your NPTE and start working and changing lives. You are going to looooooooove it! Where will you be working?

    • @hollywog87
      @hollywog87 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hope you finished school strong and are working a job you love!

  • @tristanreyes2380
    @tristanreyes2380 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great video man!

  • @ashbhatti1670
    @ashbhatti1670 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Awesome video man! Do you think you can do a video on physical therapist vs physician? There aren't very many videos out there on that topic, and it would be awesome to hear your view on the topic if you have time to make a video on it.

    • @drjustinleedpt
      @drjustinleedpt  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hmmm I will see what I can do! I know other students wanted PT vs _______ (other healthcare career) so I will see what I can create! There are so many options haha

  • @alexsalazar4304
    @alexsalazar4304 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much!!!

  • @sdm889
    @sdm889 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This is awesome!

  • @kobecaldwell961
    @kobecaldwell961 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks man. I’m current in the Navy and working towards my bachelors, long road ahead until I can become one or the other…trying to decide early and have a good career path!

    • @drjustinleedpt
      @drjustinleedpt  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for your service Kobe! Should you decide PT, I can help and support you all the way with all that you need to know. Please reach out and email me if you have any questions!

    • @kobecaldwell961
      @kobecaldwell961 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@drjustinleedpt thank you keep up the great content !

    • @drjustinleedpt
      @drjustinleedpt  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kobecaldwell961 thank you so much!

  • @saimariaz4751
    @saimariaz4751 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this awesome video

    • @drjustinleedpt
      @drjustinleedpt  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You’re absolutely welcome saima! Which career did you end up choosing?

    • @saimariaz4751
      @saimariaz4751 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@drjustinleedpt Right now I'm taking Physical Therapy Assistant/Occupational Therapy Assistant program in Toronto Canada. Chasing that Physical Therapist Degree. You're video helped me feel a lot more confident and comfortable with my decision. 🙏🏼

    • @drjustinleedpt
      @drjustinleedpt  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@saimariaz4751 So glad to hear it! PTA/COTA are both great professions too. Just because you don't go PT doesn't make you any less than. Chase that dream Saima!

  • @asnick3505
    @asnick3505 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This was informative and helpful- and after watching, I still want to be a PT😊

    • @drjustinleedpt
      @drjustinleedpt  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m so happy to hear this (:

  • @princessjazz5767
    @princessjazz5767 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am applying to PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT. Let see how it goes!

  • @Burritosarebetterthantacos
    @Burritosarebetterthantacos ปีที่แล้ว +1

    PA is shockingly different. Id go that route to work in the ER.

  • @sanghyunlee8606
    @sanghyunlee8606 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi thanks for the video. This is very explanatory. I have masters and dpt degree and practicing as physical therapist in NY for 2 years now. But the scope of practice such as lab result, x ray, assist in surgery sound good to me and difference of around 20k in salary is also a point of considering for PA. Do you think it is worthwhile re-entering for PA as a physical therapist in mid 30s?

    • @sanghyunlee8606
      @sanghyunlee8606 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Plus, do you think there would be any extra benefits of being both PT and PA like running a business like clinic for regular physical therapist? Referring or sufficient patient numbers like that?

    • @drjustinleedpt
      @drjustinleedpt  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey great question Sanghyun! You must have been hitting those hooks hard to have a dual degree like that! I do agree that Dpt’s are limited on their scope, but very easily able to refer out and get lab results/imaging. I think it would depend on your passion towards medicine and being a PA. I personally don’t think it’s worth it and having a dpt degree when working as a PA is a waste of time to me. As a pt, you know that you’re making significant changes and even without imaging, you’re still making an impact. Plus we know that imagining doesn’t always correlate with their pain or function. I really can’t see how having degrees can be useful, especially because they practicing different things.
      However, I think using the basic knowledge of a PT can be absolutely beneficial when taking with patients and providing prognosis as a PA. a lot of heath are workers are absolutely clueless when it comes to exercise prescription.
      Overall. Knowledge is good to have. Increase in 20K is NOT WORTH IT for an additional several years and more debt

  • @quillfell496
    @quillfell496 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Since this video came out I believe PA’s have to have their masters now. What would the cost look like for PA’s now?

  • @iyaniarose
    @iyaniarose 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    my dream is to work w a sports team in the health field but idk which career to choose or what major to pick 😭

    • @drjustinleedpt
      @drjustinleedpt  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great ambition and goal! What about sports medicine? (Pre-med major)

  • @ponnzz
    @ponnzz หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is finland, Netherland, uk which country is good for physician assistant for both study and job opportunities.... Ihad completed bsc Anesthesia... looking for msc pa soo if know plz rply

  • @younginbx
    @younginbx ปีที่แล้ว

    I would need to do my sciences first 😐😁 before i do my PA

  • @deenkumarsenthilvel1790
    @deenkumarsenthilvel1790 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can pt study in msc pa

  • @sangeetachhetri3445
    @sangeetachhetri3445 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    As I am doing bachelor in physiotherapy now.. can u tell me difference between mpt and dpt ... which one should we choose after completing bachelor

    • @drjustinleedpt
      @drjustinleedpt  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It is different in every country. But in the USA, you must have a DPT to work. You can get a bachelors and the straight to dpt

    • @sangeetachhetri3445
      @sangeetachhetri3445 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What is different between dpt n tdpt ??? Is tdpt also doctorate level program

    • @drjustinleedpt
      @drjustinleedpt  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So they both achieve the same thing = a doctorate of physical therapy degree. A transitional dpt is someone who has been working already and wants to go back and get a dpt degree.

    • @sangeetachhetri3445
      @sangeetachhetri3445 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drjustinleedpt thankyou so much I appreciate u replied... one thing I'm still confused..
      So after completing bpt Batchelor degree if choose to tdpt and complete the course can we use prefix dr in usa ... or we have to do dpt then only we are allowed to use

    • @drjustinleedpt
      @drjustinleedpt  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@sangeetachhetri3445 if you are working as a physical therapists in the United States, you are required to say your title as a physical therapist anytime you mentioned that you are a doctor. For example I have to introduce myself as Dr. Lee, physical therapist. I cannot just say Dr. Lee.

  • @mdf345
    @mdf345 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    nice video.. very informative...
    btw, just like a "physician" assistant, is there anything like "surgeon" assistant? haha😅

    • @drjustinleedpt
      @drjustinleedpt  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      To my knowledge… I believe you are looking for a surgical tech

    • @ariannapurvis6124
      @ariannapurvis6124 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Physician assistants are in the room with surgeon during surgery

  • @yellstone.physio
    @yellstone.physio 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    PT ALL DAY

    • @drjustinleedpt
      @drjustinleedpt  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ALL DAY EVERY DAY!! PT ALL DAY BABY

  • @scottjohnson8316
    @scottjohnson8316 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well I guess if you want to be called doctor but not have the education or chops to actually save someones life then be a PT. If you want to have a education almost on par with a physician where you can actually save someone’s life but not be called doctor than be a PA

  • @kcentertainment2824
    @kcentertainment2824 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey what is your email? I have a couple questions about PT school