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What is the difference between a physiatrist and a physiotherapist?
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Training: A physiatrist is a medical doctor who diagnoses or treats musculoskeletal conditions. They can prescribe medications or physical therapy for treatment. A physiotherapist or a physical therapist is trained in anatomy and kinesiology and can provide patients with therapeutic exercises to improve their conditions.
Answered 8/27/2018
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MD vs PT: A physiatrist is a medical doctor/physician who specializes in rehab medicine. The physiatrist went to 4 years of medical school followed by an additional 4 years of specialized training in physical medicine and rehabilitation. A physiotherapist, also known as a physical therapist, is not a medical doctor. They may have a phd, thus are "doctors", but they are not ever physicians.
Answered 8/11/2017
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