Linda Thunn, PT, DPT
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What is the best advice/help you would give a college freshmen that wants to go into pediatric occupational therapy and what is the hardest thing you learned in that career?
I'm currently a freshman, looking for guidance on what steps I should be taking to make the most out of my college. I am an exercise science and health promotion major wanting to get my Doctorate in Pediatric Occupational Therapy. My favorite past time is helping take care of the kids at my...
What is the best path towards becoming a physical therapist ?
I am a first-year freshman who is attending the University of Massachusetts, Lowell. I am in the exercise science program here at this institution, and my plan is to complete a Doctorate of Physical Therapy to be able to be a physical therapist for athletes
What skills or qualities do you think are most important for physical therapy school and what study methods are most effective for PT school? #Spring26
I start PT school soon and am looking to get back into good studying habits so am looking for the best way to do it.
What was the most challenging concept you had to learn throughout PT school? #Spring26
I'm a junior in college, starting to research what PT school I want to go to. I want to know the most challenging thing, so hopefully I can prepare myself the best for it.
“What are the most important skills or experiences I should gain during my exercise science degree if I want to become a physical therapist”?
Hi, I'm Mackenzie a senior who will be attending mount Union next fall, I am on the journey of looking for scholarships. #Fall25
What major would be best fit if I want to pursue Occupational Therapy, what scholarships are there to apply to in this field, and where would I go after a 4 year establishment to continue that goal?
Ever since I was small I knew I wanted to be an Occupational Therapist, and I’m having a tricky time seeing what majors is the best fit to pursue. Considering how expensive this field can be to pursue, I’m in need of some scholarships to make that happen.
Hi My name is Halima. I’m currently a student of Georgia State University working on my associates degree in kinesiology and hoping to eventually become a pediatric physical therapist. I need help with getting an interview with a DPT as a part of one of my college assignments. I’m very excited to get in this field but want to know more about what it is DPTs do on a daily basis, what you did to get to where you are today, and few more other questions. Thanks for any of the help
Here are questions I need answers to: 1. Describe your job title, job responsibilities, work hours, salary range for this occupation and opportunities for advancement and promotion of the professional. 2. What types of training, education, and/or certifications are required for the...
What are some other careers I could pursue if I plan to get a Master's in exercise science? #Spring25
I plan to become a physical therapist, but also want to explore different options. I'm very interested in the technology and science behind training, especially weightlifting. #Spring25
How do I manage the debt created from a DPT degree ? #Spring25
I chose a private university mainly for the accelerated program but now I’m 4 years into a 6 year program and have debt that seems impossible to pay off.
I'm planning on going into a field of sports science such as a personal trainer or physical therapist. What majors & minors do you recommend taking?
I'm applying to college this year and want to know what people who have done it recommend. #sports #physical-therapist #physical-therapy #sports-medicine #personal-training
About how many patients do you see a day as a PT?
How many patients or appointments do you have a day as a physical therapist. I am a sophomore in high school and hoping to become a physical therapist.
Physical Therapist interview for college assignment ?
Hi My name is Jennifer! I’m currently working on my bachelor’s degree in kinesiology and hoping to eventually get into the physical therapy program at Texas Tech University. I need help with getting an interview with a DPT as apart of as one of my college assignments. I’m very excited to get...
What is the difference between being an Athletic/Sports Therapist and regular Physical Therapist?
I’ve been looking at Physical Therapy, but recently I was told Athletic Therapy might be a better fit for me. One of the reasons was being that PT simply worked with senior citizens more and AT works with adults or maybe younger. I just know I would prefer to work with teenagers, maybe young...
Why did you decide to be a caregiver? What inspired you??
Hi! My name is Andrea and I am doing research on caregivers for my Health class. I would appreciate it if you answered these questions the best you could. Thank you! 1)How many years of college did you need to go through? What other programs, courses, and clubs did you join or do? 2)What jobs...
What drives you to keep going after a mistake?
As a physical therapist when you make a common mistake how do handle it?
What specific classes or credits do I need to complete in order to become a physical therapist?
Hi, I am a sophomore in high school and I am really interested in physical therapy. At first I was looking into athletic training but I wanted to set a higher goal for myself, such as becoming a physical therapist. I am a very active teen and I love staying healthy. I think job would be a very...
What is the best/most common major that students go into when they go to college when they want to be a physical therapist?
I was thinking about majoring in kinesiology in college. honestly unsure about what school at the moment. have been looking into umass amherst's kinesiology program. I want to get the best education in undergrad before going into a strict physical therapy track. #physical-therapy #major...
How many assessments do you have to pass to become a physical therapist?
I am 14 and I love to play soccer and I'm thinking about getting involved in the physical therapist field. Athletes always get injured so it would be helpful to become one. #physical-therapist #occupational-therapy #physical-therapy
What made you specialize in Physical Therapy?
#physical-therapist #physical-therapy #physical #therapy #medicine
What types of physical therapists are mostly needed?
#cardiovascular #orthopedic #neurological #physical-therapist #physical-therapy #therapy
What developments on the horizon could affect future opportunities?
I’m a brennan student at brennan high school and I am interested in going into physical therapy. I am interested in how the body works and how the body can heal itself. #physical-therapy #medicine
Are there any physical therapy shadowing opportunities for college students?
in or near Newark, NJ #physical-therapy