In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Whitney Gibson, PT, DPT! We discussed the ins and outs of travel physical therapy. Her journey started with her time in a long term acute care hospital (LTACH) and her experiences with wound care there. She also talked about moving from job to job in the travel therapy life, working with multiple recruiters, evaluating the job itself and pay, looking for a living situation, packing and traveling lightly. Whitney also discusses the transitions from job to job, such as researching the documentation system (Oasis, Casamba, etc) and reaching out to other physical therapists about it. She also talks about integrating herself into the places she has been, and “becoming a local” and gaining knowledge about different cases or conditions. Whitney also talks about the struggles of travel PT, such as imposter syndrome and loneliness. She also talks about getting out of her comfort zone, from going from home health to LTACH to skilled nursing facilities (SNF), as well as adapting to research and methods. Whitney delves into financial benefits of travel therapy, including permanent tax homes and negotiation of pay.

Instagram: @dr.worldwidewhit

Blog: drworldwide-whit.com

Did not prepare anything for this episode - just Ethan and Joey having a genuine conversation about life, liberty and the pursuit of the DPT! Enjoy!

In this episode, Ethan and Joey interview Angelo State's very own neuro professor, Dr. Laura Wilson who is a board certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist. She talks about the things that keep her going, including faith, family, and her being a foster parent. Dr. Wilson's journey started as an interior design major at Baylor University. After an injury during track, she was drawn to her passion of physical therapy and soon pursued it. She advises listeners to find their passion and make it matter, and to take school seriously while not taking yourself seriously, enjoying the process that PT school is. She also discusses the transition from undergrad to PT school, where there is more applying what is learned rather than memorizing.

Dr. Wilson also dives into physical therapy research on using high intensity interval training training with patients who have a neurologic diagnosis. She also discusses the importance of sleep and nutrition in neurodegenerative diseases.

Book: Why We Sleep

Instagram: @thatneurodpt

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Victor Garcia, PT, DPT, CSCS is a co-founder of Leading PT LLC and is one of Ethan's greatest mentors! Victor recently graduated from Florida International University DPT program. While in school, Victor participated in internships, received certifications, and learned business/marketing and how it applies to the field of Physical Therapy. He now works @wearecomplexmia as a physical therapist and strength coach.

After experiencing his share of hardships throughout the application process and as a student, he’s now looking to help other aspiring PT's throughout their journey so that they can avoid making the same mistakes that he has made in his pursuit to becoming a Doctor of Physical Therapy.

Give Dr. Garcia a follow on instagram: @victorgarcia.dpt 

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Dr. Dan D'Egidio reveals his brand new business (The Robust Runner) geared to helping runners stay consistent and injury free over the long term. Dr. D'Egidio shares where his passion for running started as well as his non-traditional route to physical therapy school. Many gold nuggets about training are shared by Dr. D'Egidio including tips for those just starting out and tips for recovery. He discusses how his time at Temple university uniquely shaped him as a clinician and has helped him implement the biopsychosocial model within his practice.

Give Dr. D'Egidio a follow on instagram: @TheRobustRunner and check out his coaching website!

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Dr. Nisha Meyer shares her story of how she delved into the performance therapy world as well as ways she has put herself outside of her comfort zone to step up and take leadership positions. She also discusses common barriers that women face when looking to start a weight lifting regimen and advice that she would give to women who have been subjected to disempowering words from others regarding body image and exercise.

Follow and or reach out to Nisha on Instagram

@NishaMeyer.dpt

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On this Episode, Joey and Ethan interview renowned strength coach and physical therapist, Dr. Sam Spinelli!

This episode touches on things Dr. Spinelli has changed his mind about, his philosophy on training/rehab, as well as the power words hold in helping and even hurting patients.

This episode is jam packed with great information on communication and allowing yourself to be a human during your client/patient interactions.

We also dive into how to develop social media skills to make money as a student physical therapist.

Make sure you check Dr. Spinelli (@dr.samspinelli)  and his businesses (@E3Rehab and @Citizenathletics1) out on Instagram and Youtube! Seriously... go subscribe to the E3 Rehab Youtube channel right now. Most high quality and evidence informed physiotherapy channel on youtube!

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Dr. Emmanuel Fasanya, PT, DPT, CSOMT details us through his motivating journey to physical therapy school at TWU, after several face to face meetings with PT advisors and fighting a lower GPA. Also known as "My Concierge PT", he details his road to entrepreneurship, starting with his residency at the Carrell Clinic. He credits his growth to mentorship from fellow PTs Adeeb Khalfe of Movement Evolution and Norah Hemeida and training at the Institute of Athlete Regeneration (IAR), as well as work with childhood friend Taylor Gabriel and other college/NBA/NFL clientele. He delves deep into the concept of physical therapists as doctors, studying anatomy and physiology with the purpose of injury rehabilitation and post-surgery work and growing their expertise in not affecting other medical diagnoses. Dr. Fasanya also highlights the importance of patient education as a PT, and how to prevent injury to have them workout, run, or participate in sport pain free. DEI (diversity, equity, inclusion) was also mentioned as Dr. E discussed what it was like to be one of the few black individuals in his program and how to advocate for PT for minorities and educate others on what physical therapists do. 

Connect with him on social media through Instagram: @myconciergept or check out his website https://www.book-mycpt.com/book-online !

Link to NBC article mentioned: https://www.nbcnews.com/better/health/4-things-physical-therapist-can-do-your-doctor-can-t-ncna818416

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