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Honoring World Physical Therapy Day: A Surgeon’s Perspective

Cardio-vascular and thoracic surgeon Dr. Bhasker Semitha speaking with a patient alongside a physical therapist, highlighting the importance of rehabilitation on World Physical Therapy Day.

Every year on September 8, healthcare professionals and communities around the world come together to recognize the vital role of physical therapy in restoring movement, function, and quality of life. As a Cardio-Vascular & Thoracic Surgeon, I witness firsthand how essential physical therapy is—both before and after surgery—for helping patients recover, regain strength, and live […]