The Clinical Instructor (CI) plays an important role in a Doctor of Physical Therapy Student's Education, they have the ability to watch a student grow and develop as they put their textbook knowledge into practice. During this episode, Derek Clewley speaks with Katies Meyes and Ashley Poole to find out why they love what they do, and how they are working hard to provide the best experience for students and help them find their passion.

During this episode, Derek Clewley speaks with Katies Myers and Ashley Poole to find out why they love what they do, and how they are working hard to provide the best experience for students and help them find their passion.

 During this episode, you will learn:

• The importance of the partnership between academic and clinical aspects to provide the best experience for students
• The challenges in clinical education from placing students and securing clinical sites as well as the obstacles in the clinic
• And the myths of clinical education

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