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EPISODE · Jan 21, 2026 · 42 MIN

Dear Diary: Are Physical Therapists Just Glorified Personal Trainers?

from The Physio Diaries · host Dr. Melanie Ziaziaris PT, DPT and Dr. Alice Koshevatskiy PT, DPT

This week Al and Mel dive into the spiciest hot takes shaking up the PT and healthcare world and yah, the comment  section did not disappoint. We unpack whether all PT students should be lifting weights, if physical therapists are just “glorified personal trainers,” and why the “DPT” title drama has everyone fired up. We also get real about people taking PT advice from ChatGPT, plus whether healthcare pros can post fun content and still be taken seriously (Mel brings all the receipts 👀). Enjoy!!!⁠Sign up for our Newsletter!⁠⁠Ask us questions⁠⁠Find travel jobs⁠⁠⁠The Physio Diaries IG⁠⁠

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