Is a Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree Worth It? If you’re dreaming about helping patients restore their mobility and quality of life, and you’re exploring what it would take to become a physical therapist, you may be wondering, “Is a degree in physical therapy worth it?” The answer to this question depends, of course, on your personal career goals. Some people choose to become physical therapist assistants because only a two-year associate degree is required. It’s true that pursuing a doctorate takes time and effort; however, there are countless advantages to earning a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. To that end, let’s look at some of the factors that make a Doctor in Physical Therapy (DPT) degree the best first step on an exceptional career Read more
Dr. Terri Roberts brings 20 years of clinical experience to her position as a practitioner specializing in burns, hand therapy and lymphedema. She teaches Orthotics and Prosthetics, Physical Agent Modalities and Clinical Applications in Adulthood. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, Dr. Roberts is the Assistant Program Director for the MOT/OTD Flex and Residential programs. Prior to joining the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Dr. Roberts served as an occupational therapy practitioner at Palomar Pomerado Health Systems in Escondido, California and an occupational therapist at the University of California, San Diego before going into private practice as a certified lymphedema therapist and hand therapy specialist. Dr. Roberts served as a clinical adjunct instructor at Grossmont College in El Cajon, California where she developed curricula for the occupational therapy assistant program. She has presented guest lectures at San Diego State University, West Coast University, Loma Linda University and Grossmont College.
Dr. Roberts is a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association and the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). She has also served as a member of the Professional Development and Leadership Committee and as the Chair for the Communications Committee for the Occupational Therapy Association of California (OTAC).
