Is "PT, DPT" Redundant?

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facetguy

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I've been seeing more and more DPTs using "PT, DPT" behind their names. I assume these are PTs who have later completed their DPT. Why not just use "DPT", as using both seems redundant? Is there a specific (legal?) reason to use both?
 
facetguy said:
I'm not sure I understand what they are saying. Are they saying that all PTs must use "PT", even if they are a "DPT"? That page wasn't completely clear since they don't mention the DPT degree, which I would assume supercedes the PT degree.
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We are legally required to sign all medical documentation with our professional designation, which in most states is "PT." Many PTs also indicate their level of education - hence Joe Joseph, PT, DPT.
 
jesspt said:
We are legally required to sign all medical documentation with our professional designation, which in most states is "PT." Many PTs also indicate their level of education - hence Joe Joseph, PT, DPT.
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Got it. Thanks.👍
 
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