Doctor of Physiotherapy (DPT)
Doctor of physiotherapy (DPT degree) offers the students a program that explores the rehabilitation strategies and the environment they are used in for patients suffering from acute and long-term conditions. Lahore Medical and Dental College is affiliated with the University of Health Sciences for the Physiotherapy program since 2008.
In 2012, the Lahore College of Physiotherapy was founded as a new landmark and started the entry-level Doctor of Physiotherapy (DPT) program. The Lahore College of Physiotherapy is housed in a dedicated space, in a new and purposely built campus housing the auditorium, lecture halls, faculty offices, management, and other facilities.
The College of Physiotherapy is supported by a modern and fully equipped physiotherapy department and rehabilitation gymnasium. The staff includes physiotherapists with extraordinary academic and clinical skills and exceptional qualities. The Doctor of physical therapy degree at LMDC is run by a large team of academics that are involved in research and teaching students about the ins and outs of physical recovery.
Here is why you should get your Doctor of Physiotherapy degree at LMDC:
- Hands-On Learning
- World-Renowned Faculty
- Purpose Built Campus
| Duration | Start Date | Program Type |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time: 5 years | Flexible start dates | DPT Degree |
DPT Degree Structure
One of the most significant areas of concern when securing DPT admission is to understand the degree structure and the relevant DPT courses you will be studying for five years. The program incorporates unique elements of theory, practice, and research. The focus is primarily on delivering relevant knowledge to the students using innovative teaching methods that contextualize learning.
Here are the details of the DPT courses, that you will be studying when enrolled in the doctor of physical therapy program at LMDC:
| Sr No. | Year | Subject Breakdown | Hours Per Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | First Year | Anatomy Physiology Kinesiology & Biomechanics Islamic (Ethics) & Pakistan Studies Behavioral Sciences Introduction To Computer |
400 300 450 150 150 50 |
| 2 | Second Year | Anatomy Physiology Kinesiology & Ergonomics Biochemistry & Genetics Medical Physics Behavioral Sciences Health And Wellness |
450 300 300 200 200 50 50 |
| 3 | Third Year | Pathology & Microbiology Pharmacology Physical Agents & Electrotherapy Therapeutic Exercises & Techniques Behavioral Sciences Teaching Methodology & Community Medicine |
300 200 300 400 100 100 200 |
| 4 | Fourth Year | Medicine Surgery Musculoskeletal and Neurological Physical Therapy Radiology & Diagnostic Imaging and Emergency Procedures and Primary Care Biostatistics & Evidence Based Practice Supervised Clinical Practice 3 & 4 |
200 200 400 100 300 200 |
| 5 | Fifth Year | Cardiopulmonary, Obs-Gynea, Integumentry & Manual Physical Clinical Decision Making & Differential Diagnosis Scientific Inquiry, Research Methodology & Research Project Professional Practice & Community Based Rehabilitation Paediatric, Geriatric, Sports & Prosthetics & Orthotics Physical Therapy Supervised Clinical Practice 5 & 6 |
500 100 350 100 350 200 |
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