Can a Physiotherapist Be Called a Doctor? Can BPT Use “Dr.” in India in 2026?
Updated September 18, 2026 — Written by Dr. Shabbir Hussain, BPT, Registered Physiotherapist | Clinical Rehabilitation Specialist Quick Answer – Can a Physiotherapist Be Called a Doctor? The NCAHP’s 2025 physiotherapy curriculum uses the professional nomenclature “Dr.” with the suffix “PT,” and the Kerala High Court on January 22, 2026 dismissed petitions challenging this provision. … Read more