Interdisciplinary Rounds: The Role of Physical Therapy

Faculty/Staff Leader Summary

This large group presentation is given by upper-level physical therapy students covering the objectives listed below. It is given to first-year medical school students in conjunction with the week they learn about muscle physiology and some of their first encounters with musculoskeletal disorders, muscular dystrophy and myasthenia gravis.

Learning Objectives:
1. Describe the practice of physical therapy and the scope of practice of physical therapists (PT)
2. Compare and contrast the approach PT and physicians take to diagnosis, management and setting of goals in patient care
3. Explore how PT and physicians can collaborate in the care of patients with musculoskeletal disorders.

IPEC Competency Domain(s)
Communication
Roles & Responsibilities
Teams & Teamwork

IPEC Sub-Competencies Targeted
TT8: Facilitate team coordination to achieve safe, effective care and health outcomes.
TT9: Operate from a shared framework that supports resiliency, well-being, safety, and efficacy.
RR3: Incorporate complementary expertise to meet health needs including the determinants of health.
RR4: Differentiate each team member’s role, scope of practice, and responsibility in promoting health outcomes.
C1: Communicate one’s roles and responsibilities clearly.
C4: Promote common understanding of shared goals.