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What was your biggest challenge in PT school (and as a new DPT) and how did you overcome it?
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My biggest challenge was putting all the pieces together. I also had to get used to being "on" all the time with patients. You can have a bad day, but you can't show it on your face 
I got through it by having a "work wife." She and I were both new grads, so we could ask each other questions and vent when we felt frustrated. Honestly, I'm still not a treat 8-5 M-F type. I realized that a few years out of PT school, so I started doing PRN work so I could control my hours more. It's a much better fit for me. Please PM me if you ever have questions about the transition period You can also visit this website: http://newgradphysicaltherapy.com It's designed specifically for those of you who are finishing up PT school and transitioning into life as a full-time treating physical therapist.
I got through it by having a "work wife." She and I were both new grads, so we could ask each other questions and vent when we felt frustrated. Honestly, I'm still not a treat 8-5 M-F type. I realized that a few years out of PT school, so I started doing PRN work so I could control my hours more. It's a much better fit for me. Please PM me if you ever have questions about the transition period You can also visit this website: http://newgradphysicaltherapy.com It's designed specifically for those of you who are finishing up PT school and transitioning into life as a full-time treating physical therapist.