Oath of a Physical Therapist
As a Physical Therapist dedicated to providing the highest quality care and services, I solemnly pledge I will:
- Respect the rights and dignity of all individuals who seek my services or with whom I work;
- Act in a compassionate and trustworthy manner in all aspects of my services;
- Exercise sound professional judgment while abiding by legal and ethical requirements;
- Demonstrate integrity during interactions with colleagues, other health care providers, students, faculty, researchers, the public, and payers for the enhancement of patient care and the advancement of the profession;
- Enhance my practice through life-long acquisition and application of knowledge, skills and professional behavior;
- Participate in efforts to meet physical therapy and health care needs of local, national, and global communities;
Thus, with this oath, I accept the duties and responsibilities that embody the physical therapy profession.