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#6: Moving To LA For Physical Therapy School!
In this episode of our podcast, we're joined by Justeen Huynh, a first-generation Vietnamese-American Physical Therapist. Justeen shares her inspiring story of moving from Atlanta, Georgia to Los Angeles, California in pursuit of her dream to become a PT. As an Asian student in the medical field, she sheds light on the cultural barriers she faced and the struggles of getting into PT school. She also highlights the importance of a supportive network and what it takes to succeed in graduate school. Join us as we delve into Justeen's journey and gain valuable insights into the world of Physical Therapy.
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(0:00) Intro!
(1:38) Justeen Huynh Introduction : A Recently Accredited Doctor of Physical Therapist!
(06:41) What Classes To Take For Physical Therapy School
(09:01) How To Take Your Prerequisite Science Classes In Four Weeks (SCUHS)
(13:01) Why It’s Important To Have a Good Support Group When You’re In School
(19:44) Immigrant Parents Gave Up Everything For Her To Be Her (Stressful)
(21:01) Having Different Parenting Styles With Each Child Individually
(22:55) How To Have A Relationship During Graduate School
(24:03) Why People’s Lives Are On Hold During Graduate School
(26:44) Traveling Contracts For Physical Therapy
(31:27) How To Stand Out As A Physical Therapy Candidate
(34:55) Why You Should Become A Physical Therapy Aid
(40:34) How To Practice Good Bedside Manner
(41:32) Clinical Rotations In Physical Therapy School
(45:45) Why Physical Therapists Are Declining Insurance (Cash Pay Only)
(50:01) Would You Rather Questions
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By Adam KhanIn this episode of our podcast, we're joined by Justeen Huynh, a first-generation Vietnamese-American Physical Therapist. Justeen shares her inspiring story of moving from Atlanta, Georgia to Los Angeles, California in pursuit of her dream to become a PT. As an Asian student in the medical field, she sheds light on the cultural barriers she faced and the struggles of getting into PT school. She also highlights the importance of a supportive network and what it takes to succeed in graduate school. Join us as we delve into Justeen's journey and gain valuable insights into the world of Physical Therapy.
Timecode
(0:00) Intro!
(1:38) Justeen Huynh Introduction : A Recently Accredited Doctor of Physical Therapist!
(06:41) What Classes To Take For Physical Therapy School
(09:01) How To Take Your Prerequisite Science Classes In Four Weeks (SCUHS)
(13:01) Why It’s Important To Have a Good Support Group When You’re In School
(19:44) Immigrant Parents Gave Up Everything For Her To Be Her (Stressful)
(21:01) Having Different Parenting Styles With Each Child Individually
(22:55) How To Have A Relationship During Graduate School
(24:03) Why People’s Lives Are On Hold During Graduate School
(26:44) Traveling Contracts For Physical Therapy
(31:27) How To Stand Out As A Physical Therapy Candidate
(34:55) Why You Should Become A Physical Therapy Aid
(40:34) How To Practice Good Bedside Manner
(41:32) Clinical Rotations In Physical Therapy School
(45:45) Why Physical Therapists Are Declining Insurance (Cash Pay Only)
(50:01) Would You Rather Questions
LISTEN ON:
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@stemforthempodcast/videos
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7bj5ENayc45wHQELgibxSH?si=1FCFnQ8aRZejsNcgn5lVbA
Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stem-for-them/id1662122905
Watch Previous: #4: Telling Middle Eastern Parents The Truth About Medicine
FOLLOW US ON:
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/stem_for_them/
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/StemForThem1
TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@stem_for_them?_t=8YzqgxBJtTG&_r=1