PT Pro Talk

💭” First and foremost we have to come together as an industry, despite our specialties, to call us around a common message that is easily understood by the general public ” - Dr. Heidi Jannenga 👉🏻 Our guest is Dr. Heidi Jannenga, PT, DPT, ATC. Heidi is the co-founder and Chief Clinical Officer of WebPT, a nine-time Inc. 5000 honoree and the market-leading software solution for outpatient physical, occupational, and speech therapists. As a member of the board and senior management team, Heidi advises on WebPT’s product vision, company culture, branding efforts, and internal operations, while advocating for the rehab therapy profession on a national and international scale. WebPT is the fastest-growing physical therapy software in the country, employing over 600 people and serving more than 90,000 therapy professionals at more than 20,000 clinics. Prior to co-founding WebPT, Heidi practiced as a physical therapist for more than 15 years. She held multiple clinic leadership roles including clinic director of one of the largest sports medicine clinics in the country. Heidi is an APTA member and also recently launched Rizing Tide, which is a foundation dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusiveness in the physical therapy workforce. Rizing Tide provides scholarships to PT, PTA students, and PT residents to advance diversity and inclusiveness in the physical therapy workforce and inspire better—and more accessible—patient care. 📚What will you learn: ▪️ Heidi's story and career ▪️ Top trends impacting rehab therapy ▪️ The PT brand problem ▪️ Business resiliency and future growth ▪️ Burnout affecting the industry ▪️ State of diversity in PT ▪️ Advice to clinicians that are starting their careers ▪️ How to become successful in Physical Therapy 🔎Heidi's favorite resource of information: 1.WebPT blog: https://www.webpt.com/blog/ 1.Brene Brown 2.Patrick Lencioni  Link for WebPT survey:  webpt.com/2022-industry-survey 📲Heidi’s contact information: Instagram: @heidi_jannenga @webpt   @rizingtidept Twitter: @HeidiJannenga LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidijannenga/ 🎥Link to interview on Youtube:https://youtu.be/FyXPN4UYY4U 🎙Join our email list to receive podcast updates: https://www.ptprotalk.com/ 📸Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ptprotalk/ 📱Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ptprotalkpodcast 💻LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pt-pro-talk 📩Email: mariana@ptprotalk.com

💭” PCPs decide for roughly 70% of where people start their MSK care. In over half of medical schools there is very little to no formal MSK training.” - Dr. Mark Miller 👉🏻 Our guest is Dr. Mark Miller - Doctor of PT, Dip. MDT CCO. Miller graduated from the University of Toronto in 1987 and co-developed the McKenzie Institute International’s North American clinical residency program. Miller has been a clinical practitioner for 34 years and is a widely recognized health industry pioneer, clinical educator and concierge practitioner focused on breakthroughs and best practices in musculoskeletal triage, health care, and self-care. His institutional clients have included market-leading corporations as well as standard setters in clinical quality. He currently serves on the faculty of the McKenzie Institute International and U.S.A. and has taught over 330 continuing education courses to physicians, chiropractors, physical therapists, and others with an emphasis in MDT. With unsurpassed expertise in the assessment, treatment, and resolution of musculoskeletal disorders, Miller has been productizing and syndicating musculoskeletal care strategies for over two decades with the goal of maximizing the health and socioeconomic improvements of individuals, organizations, and communities in the U.S. and abroad. Miller is a trusted consultant to group health, workers’ compensation, and disability insurers and program directors. He regularly keynotes and speaks at major conferences in the U.S. and abroad. Miller also serves as Co-Founder and Vice President of Clinical Operations for Integrated Musculoskeletal Care (IMC), a global leader in musculoskeletal outcomes optimization. 📚What will you learn: ▪️ Mark's story and career ▪️ Healthcare delivery today ▪️ Problems of the MSK health care delivery ▪️ Solutions to MSK health care delivery ▪️ The future of MSK care ▪️ Advice to clinicians that are starting their careers ▪️ How to become successful in Physical Therapy 🔎Mark's favorite resource of information: 1. Continue clinical outcomes that IMC collects 2. McKenzie Textbooks 📲Mark’s contact information: Email: mark.miller@imcpt.com  IMC website: https://www.imcpt.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/j-mark-miller-b3332691/ IMC Twitter: https://twitter.com/IMCheadquarters IMC LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/integrated-mechanical-care-inc-/ IMC Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/IMCheadquarters/ 🎥Link to interview on Youtube:https://youtu.be/B2UCQe4aDPk 🎙Join our email list to receive podcast updates: https://www.ptprotalk.com/ 📸Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ptprotalk/ 📱Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ptprotalkpodcast 💻LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pt-pro-talk 📩Email: mariana@ptprotalk.com

💭” Becoming board certified means a lot for the community, patients and physicians, there is a certain level of prestige, you`ve met a very high standard.” - Dr. Robert Medcalf 👉🏻 Our guest is Dr. Robert Medcalf PT, DPT, OCS, Dip. MDT. Robert is a 1986 honors graduate of Georgia State University with a BS in Physical Therapy. After advanced studies in New Zealand, he became a Diplomaed in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy in 1991 and was subsequently appointed to Teaching Faculty for The McKenzie Institute in August 1991. Robert was promoted to Senior Faculty in 1998.  He became a Board Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) in 2018. In addition to his regular teaching responsibilities, Robert serves as a Clinical Mentor for other Teaching Faculty. He has taught numerous courses on the McKenzie Approach to physicians and physical therapists throughout the United States and internationally. Robert currently performs duties as the Vice-Chair of the McKenzie Institute USA Board of Directors and also serves on the Executive Committee. Robert is the Director of Spine Rehabilitation with Resurgens Orthopaedics in Atlanta, GA. Robert has been a member of the American Physical Therapy Association since 1984. 📚What will you learn: ▪️ Robert's story and career ▪️ OCS Board Certification process ▪️ Pros and cons of MDT practitioners becoming OCS ▪️ Challenges of the process ▪️ How the certification changed his practice ▪️ Advice to clinicians that are starting their careers ▪️ How to become successful in Physical Therapy 🔎Robert's favorite resource of information: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31476129/ - Richard Rosedale et al.  A study exploring the prevalence of Extremity Pain of Spinal Source. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15564907/ - Audrey Long, Ron Donelson, Tak Fung. Does it matter which exercise? A randomized control trial of exercise for low back pain. MDT books and website - https://mckenzieinstitute.org/resources/ Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy - https://www.jospt.org/ Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy - https://www.tandfonline.com/toc/yjmt20/current Current Concepts of Physical Therapy, 5th Edition - https://www.orthopt.org/course/31-2-current-concepts-of-physical-therapy-5th-edition 📲Robert’s contact information: Website: https://www.resurgens.com/spine/rehabilitation Email: rmedcalf@bellsouth.net 🎥Link to interview on Youtube: https://youtu.be/lfrX_DU_Wz4 🎙Join our email list to receive podcast updates: https://www.ptprotalk.com/ 📸Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ptprotalk/ 📱Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ptprotalkpodcast 💻LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pt-pro-talk 📩Email: mariana@ptprotalk.com

💭” The person sitting in front of you actually knows more about their problem than anybody, so it's a pretty good idea to listen to them.” - Dr. Todd Edelson 👉🏻  Our guest is Dr. Todd A. Edelson, PT, DPT, Dip. MDT. Todd has been a practicing physical therapist since 1981, and a member of the McKenzie Institute USA or International faculty since 1999, where he currently serves as a Diploma Mentor. Edelson is known for his effective and efficient emphasis on health, wellness, and fitness education, whether with patients, referring physicians, students, or the public. His degrees are in Botany & Bacteriology (B.A., Ohio Wesleyan University), Immunology (M.S., Montclair State College), Physical Therapy (Cert., University of Pennsylvania and DPT, Massachusetts General Institute of Health Professions), and he holds the Diploma in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy from the McKenzie Institute International. He has treated more than 15,000 patients and has guided more than thirty McKenzie Institute Diploma holders through the clinical portion of their studies. Edelson is a resident of Montclair, New Jersey, USA and owns private physical therapy practices, both Certified McKenzie Clinics, in Northern New Jersey and New York City. 📚What will you learn: ▪️ Todd's story and career ▪️ Importance of communication in everyday practice ▪️ Aspects of effective communication ▪️ How to be an active listener ▪️ Specific words to use with patients, students, and referral sources ▪️ Advice to clinicians that are starting their careers ▪️ How to become successful in Physical Therapy 🔎Todd's favorite resource of information: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31476129/ - A study exploring the prevalence of Extremity Pain of Spinal Source. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15564907/ - Does it matter which exercise? A randomized control trial of exercise for low back pain. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2716154/ - The Comparative Prognostic Value of Directional Preference and Centralization: A Useful Tool for Front-Line Clinicians? https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24369076/ - Arthroscopic partial meniscectomy versus sham surgery for a degenerative meniscal tear. 📲Todd’s contact information: Website: https://www.montclairphysicaltherapy.com/index.html Email: t.edelson@montclairphysicaltherapy.com Clinics: 388 Pompton Avenue, Cedar Grove, NJ. 07009 35A East 35th Street Suite 206, New York, NY 10016 🎥Link to interview on Youtube:https://youtu.be/bwZV1qLjqnc 🎙Join our email list to receive podcast updates: https://www.ptprotalk.com/ 📸Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ptprotalk/ 📱Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ptprotalkpodcast 💻LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pt-pro-talk 📩Email: mariana@ptprotalk.com

💭” 20% of patients dropout within the first three visits, 70% don't finish their full course of care and the bigger your practice gets the higher the dropout rate is.” - Vikram Sethuraman 👉🏻 Our guest is Vikram Sethuraman, Founder & CEO of PT Wired, the only 100% custom-branded mobile app service for physical therapy practices. PT Wired is a patient engagement solution that helps physical therapy clinics prevent patient dropout, improve brand engagement, and boost internal marketing. Today, PT Wired powers over 200 physical therapy practices as the first highest-rated Physical Therapy Software company on Capterra, winning 2020 awards for Best Value and Best Ease of Use. 📚What will you learn: ▪️ Vikram's story and career ▪️ Primary factors leading to dropout ▪️ How to prevent patient dropout ▪️ Financial impact of dropout and retaining patients ▪️ Exercise adherence in PT ▪️ Effective HEP prescription 🔎Vikram's favorite resource of information: https://www.webpt.com/ https://www.emrsystems.net/ https://practicepromotions.net/ 📲Vikram’s contact information: Website: https://www.ptwired.com/ 🎥Link to interview on Youtube:https://youtu.be/pt7Y_taO4O4 🎙Join our email list to receive podcast updates: https://www.ptprotalk.com/ 📸Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ptprotalk/ 📱Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ptprotalkpodcast 💻LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pt-pro-talk 📩Email: mariana@ptprotalk.com

💭” If you are considering going to DPT school, and you are currently an undergrad, I would strongly recommend the cheapest way to get there.” - Dr. Scott Feil 👉🏻 Our guest is Dr. Scott Feil is a physical therapist, a professor, and most recently an Amazon best-selling author. F Scott is also a business coach and mentor despite starting his journey as an English major before landing as a Physical Therapist. He is one of three co-hosts of the Healthcare Education Transformation Podcast which aims at breaking down the silos between healthcare professions and trying to find best practices in teaching and learning throughout healthcare academia. His goal is to help at least 222 professors (one from every PT School at the time of publication of his book) and clinicians pay off their student loans quicker by using multiple revenue streams. 📚What will you learn: ▪️ Scott's story and career ▪️ DPT debt to income ratio ▪️ Mistakes made in college and grad school ▪️ Pay off your loan quicker or more efficiently ▪️ Invest your money to pay the loan ▪️ Advice to clinicians that are starting their careers ▪️ How to become successful in Physical Therapy 🔎Scott's favorite resource of information: Russel Brunson’s Books: Dotcom Secret, Traffic Secret, Expert Secret 📲Scott’s contact information: Facebook group: Professors of Profit Social media: @ PTEducator Website: https://pteducator.com/ 🎥Link to interview on Youtube:https://youtu.be/xnmhTiE_Zq8 🎙Join our email list to receive podcast updates: https://www.ptprotalk.com/ 📸Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ptprotalk/ 📱Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ptprotalkpodcast 💻LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pt-pro-talk 📩Email: mariana@ptprotalk.com

💭” If you are giving them advice to help them lose weight, because they have bilateral knee arthritis, and we know that losing weight is going to help reduce their pain, perfect!” - Dr. Stefan Zavalin 👉🏻 Our guest is Dr. Stefan Zavalin, DPT. Stefan has a passion for movement and health. After a few years working in the physical therapy world, Dr. Zavalin started a consulting business, loves to move, to help office workers reduce sitting time. The vision: change the American work culture to help bring more movement to the everyday life of office workers to maintain their health, wellness, and ultimately, the longevity of their lives. In his free time, he likes to write songs on piano and guitar, critique a good cup of coffee, and play board games with his wife and friends. 📚What will you learn: ▪️ Stefan's story and career ▪️ Can PTs discuss nutrition? ▪️ Current trends ▪️ Guidelines for nutrition ▪️ Osteoporosis, obesity, and inflammation ▪️ Advice to clinicians that are starting their careers ▪️ How to become successful in Physical Therapy 🔎Stefan's favorite resource of information: Clear, J. Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones. 2018 https://nutritionfacts.org/ https://health.gov/ 📲Stefan’s contact information: Website: https://www.ltmmtl.com/ Instagram: @stefan.zavalin LinkedIn: Stefan Zavalin 🎥Link to interview on Youtube:https://youtu.be/lbp1iiK62cc 🎙Join our email list to receive podcast updates: https://www.ptprotalk.com/ 📸Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ptprotalk/ 📱Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ptprotalkpodcast 💻LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pt-pro-talk 📩Email: mariana@ptprotalk.com

💭” Something you really need to understand is the why behind why you are leaving patient care and then marry it with the why of what you want to do next” - Dr. Meredith Castin 👉🏻 Our guest is  Dr. Meredith Castin, PT, DPT. Meredith is the owner and founder of The Non-Clinical PT, the #1 resource for physical, occupational, and speech therapy professionals launching non-clinical careers in healthcare. Her mission is to help therapists and assistants find renewed joy in their careers by supporting their pursuit of fulfilling, impactful, and high-paying roles beyond direct patient care. 📚What will you learn: ▪️ Meredith's story and career ▪️ Non-clinical career paths ▪️ How to build an online presence ▪️ How to build and monetize a blog ▪️ Advice to clinicians that are starting their careers ▪️ How to become successful in Physical Therapy 🔎Meredith's favorite resource of information: Business podcast: https://www.amyporterfield.com/ Miller, D. Building a StoryBrand: Clarify Your Message So Customers Will Listen. 2017 Olson, J. The Slight Edge: Turning Simple Disciplines Into Massive Success and Happiness. 2013 📲Meredith’s contact information: Website: https://thenonclinicalpt.com/ Facebook Group: Non-clinical Networking 🎥Link to interview on Youtube:https://youtu.be/jQzkYf4pBIY 🎙Join our email list to receive podcast updates: https://www.ptprotalk.com/ 📸Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ptprotalk/ 📱Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ptprotalkpodcast 💻LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pt-pro-talk 📩Email: mariana@ptprotalk.com

💭” Essentially a weight-bearing restrictive type enlargement of the sensory cutaneous nerves in the foot, with burning, lancing, pressure type of pain, sometimes radiating pain into the toes of the foot.” - Dr. Michael Post 👉🏻 Our guest is Dr. Michael Post,  PT, DPT, Dip.MDT, FAAOMPT. Michael graduated from Ithaca College in 2013. He has obtained diploma status in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy, and Fellowship status of the American Academy of Manual and Manipulative Therapists. He practices in a large outpatient hospital in the orthopedic and vestibular setting. He has published two research papers related to Morton’s neuroma; titled, Mechanical diagnosis and therapy and Morton's neuroma: a case series, Mechanical diagnosis and therapy, and Morton’s neuroma: a case report. He is a proponent of response-based treatment approaches and continues to look for ways to conduct and apply this research in the clinical setting 📚What will you learn: ▪️ Michael's story and career ▪️ What is Morton’s neuroma ▪️ How to medically diagnose MN. ▪️ Clinical signs and tests ▪️ Differential diagnosis ▪️ MN treatment ▪️ Advice to clinicians that are starting their careers ▪️ How to become successful in Physical Therapy 🔎Michael's favorite resource of information: Stuart McGill texts (provoking tests, strengthening, and conditioning). Post, M. D. Maccio, J. R.Mechanical diagnosis and therapy and Morton’s neuroma: a case-series. Journal Of Manual & Manipulative Therapy 2020 Post, M. D. Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy and Morton’s Neuroma: A Case Report. Physiother Can. 2019. 📲Michael’s contact information: Email:michael.david.post@gmail.com LinkedIn: Michael Post (https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-post-pt-dpt-dip-mdt-faaompt-58929064/) 🎥Link to interview on Youtube:https://youtu.be/Ku51vQAWksA   🎙Join our email list to receive podcast updates: https://www.ptprotalk.com/ 📸Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ptprotalk/ 📱Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ptprotalkpodcast 💻LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pt-pro-talk 📩Email: mariana@ptprotalk.com

💭” The Schroth method is a classification, it’s used to help identify patients that have a risk of curve progression.” - Andrew Merget 👉🏻 Our guest is Dr. Andrew Merget PT, DPT, SST, OCS, Dip. MDT. Andrew earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2011 from the University of Scranton, PA. Only Diplomate for the Mckenzie Institute International located in Jacksonville, FL. In 2013, Andrew became one of the first 50 therapists certified in the Schroth Method for conservative management of scoliosis and is currently one of the only Schroth Certified therapists in Jacksonville, FL. In addition, Andrew has been a member of the McKenzie Institute® USA and American Physical Therapy Association since 2011. He has assisted in clinical courses offered by the McKenzie Institute in Atlanta, GA, and has contributed articles to the MDT World Press (McKenzie Institute International Publication) on patient management. 📚What will you learn: ▪️ Andrew's story and career ▪️ What is the Schroth Method ▪️ Scoliosis curve progression ▪️ MDT in scoliosis ▪️ Link between curve progression and pain ▪️ Advice to clinicians that are starting their careers ▪️ How to become successful in Physical Therapy 🔎Andrew's favorite resource of information: Park, J. Jeon, H. Park, H. Effects of the Schroth exercise on idiopathic scoliosis: a meta-analysis. 2018.  Kwan, K. Y. H.  Cheng, A. C. S. Koh, H. Y. Chiu, A. Y. Y. Kenneth Man Chee Cheung, K. M. C. C. Effectiveness of Schroth exercises during bracing in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis: results from a preliminary study-SOSORT Award 2017 Winner. 2017. https://www.schrothmethod.com/ Andrew’s webinars 📲Andrew’s contact information: Email: info@takecontrolphysicaltherapy.com Andrew@takecontrolphysicalthetapy.com Website: https://www.takecontrolphysicaltherapy.com/ Instagram: @take_control_physical_therapy Facebook: @takecontrolphysicaltherapy 🎥Link to interview on Youtube: https://youtu.be/RaYpUExEG3Y 🎙Join our email list to receive podcast updates: https://www.ptprotalk.com/ 📸Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ptprotalk/ 📱Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ptprotalkpodcast 💻LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pt-pro-talk 📩Email: mariana@ptprotalk.com