Why Pediatric Physical Therapy Was Right For Me!

“What made you decide to become a pediatric PT?”

Answer: Honestly, I kind of think it’s in my blood, lol! My mom has been a pediatric PT for over 30 years and owned her own agency in Early Intervention along with a Speech Pathologist and Special Instructor. For as long as I can remember, I went to patients with her, watched her treat, took it all in, and kind of just knew that I wanted to work with kids. What better way than to follow in her footsteps?!

In my first semester of college, I experimented with some early childhood education classes and quickly realized physical therapy was definitely what I wanted to do, so I switched over to that and never looked back! I became a pediatric physical therapist assistant first and worked at an amazing facility for 6 years with children and young adults with varying diagnoses while I went through the doctorate program on the weekends.

It was the BEST decision I ever made, and the knowledge I gained working in the field while also in the DPT program was just absolutely incredible. I’m so thankful for everything that led me on this path, and I am so glad y’all are here for the ride with me now!

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KC is a pediatric doctor of physical therapy, wife and mom of three! She has spent her career working with children and young adults of all ability levels, and currently specializes in birth to three years.