title: Physical therapist's opposition to being employed by medical groups.
abstract: The movement by physical therapists to work independently of physicians is having an impact on the ability of group managers to recruit and retain physical therapists. This paper discusses the development of physical therapy as a profession and its evolution to the point of demanding independent status from physicians.
authors: Bone & Joint Clinic, Franklin, TN 37064.
authors: T H
authors: TH
authors: Stearns
mesh_terms: D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D004651:Employment; D005568:Forms and Records Control; D006123:Group Practice; D007400:Interprofessional Relations; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities / Q000458:organization & administration*; D011331:Private Practice; D014481:United States; D000078329:Workforce