Alan Fredendall // #FitnessAthleteFriday // www.ptonice.com

In today's episode of the PT on ICE Daily Show, ICE Fitness Athlete Division lead faculty Alan Fredendall delves into the evolving role of healthcare professionals in addressing health, wellness, and fitness beyond traditional physical therapy. Highlighting a significant study published in JAMA, Alan discusses the alarming statistic that the average American spends only 18 minutes per year with their primary care physician, with marginalized groups receiving even less attention. He emphasizes the importance of extending care to patients beyond standard discharge protocols and the implications of limited physician time on patient outcomes, particularly concerning prescriptions for imaging, steroids, antibiotics, and opioids. Join Alan as he explores how healthcare providers can better serve their patients by embracing a more comprehensive approach to care.

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