Camille Alcoriza,PT, DPT, and Daryl Marcelo, PT are physical therapists who are on their journey to living with intention and financial independence. In our conversation, they shared what motivated them in starting this journey. They also discussed their strategies in reaching their goals of early retirement as well as the challenges they face along the way. They also described how and what they do in their trial retirement. Lastly, they gave some tips and advice to those who are interested in starting their own financial independence journey. They have a blog, a youtube channel, most recently, their own podcast as well where they share their journey as well as talk to others' FI journey.

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Kali Dayton, DNP, ACNP is an ICU nurse practitioner and ICU consultant. She is the host of the Walking Home from the ICU podcast where she talks to healthcare professionals and ICU survivors about their experiences in the ICU.

In today's episode, we are going to talk about the ICU, sedation effects and practices, and the role of physical therapists with Kali Dayton, an acute care nurse practitioner and the host of Walking Home From the ICU Podcast. We talked about the effects of sedation, why it's not as comfortable as we thought it would be for patients. She also discussed the long-term effects of sedation and ICU stay like ICU delirium, ICU Dementia, and PTSD. Lastly, she shed light on the importance of the role of physical therapists in the ICU and why we should ask a seat at the table in the ICU team to advocate for our patients' early mobility.

Kali's Website: https://www.daytonicuconsulting.com

Jenny Youssef, PT is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Board-certified Clinical Specialist in Geriatric Physical Therapy (GCS), a Certified Lymphedema Therapist, and Certified Exercise Expert in Aging Adult (CEEAA). She's currently the Vice-Chair of Global Health in Aging Adult Special Interest Group in the APTA Geriatrics.

In this episode, Jenny described her practice as a geriatric physical therapist. We also talked about different models or terms associated with aging like successful, optimal, healthy, and active. We also talked about her experiences and helpful tips in approaching the older adult population. 

The second part of our recap is our visit to three middle east countries - Qatar, United Arab Emirates, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Listen to Bea Palon, a physiotherapist in Qatar describe what she does there as a physiotherapist and how it's different or similar to her previous practice in the Philippines. Stephanie Ilustre talked about the adjustment process she had to undertake to work in the United Arab Emirates. Lastly, Joel de Leon Quiambao, a rehab director and physiotherapist, discussed life in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and some misconceptions about living and working there. You'll also hear their takeaways from our candid conversations.

[In Tagalog]

In today's episode, we're just going to revisit the past season of topics. We'll start with F Scott Feil's talk about the realities of side gigs and side hustles. Next, is Engelbert de Vera talking about finding the "why" in starting a business and the true test of a business. Lastly is Rolando Lazaro compared writing for a textbook and for scholarly journals, and where physical therapists can begin their writing journey. We'll also hear their takeaways from our conversation. So let's hear them.

To cap off the year, here is Joel De Leon Quiambao, a physiotherapist, and a rehabilitation director/manager, talking about life in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. As with other episodes, we talked about the process of becoming a physiotherapist in Saudi, what it's like being a physiotherapist there and what it's like to live in Saudi Arabia. Catch the full episode now.

[In Filipino]

Here's a quick look back on the year and a show of appreciation to the guests and listeners that continually support the show and its cause.

Your subscription to the podcast and the YouTube channel, as well as your comments and share really help support the show! Thanks, y'all!

Matapos sa Qatar, magawi naman tayo sa United Arab Emirates.

Stephanie Ilustre is a physiotherapist in a long-term facility in Abu Dhabi. In this episode, we talked about why she chose to work in UAE and how she processed getting her license to work there. She also share how it's like to work as a physiotherapist there, the adjustments she had to make, and the beauty of working in the country. Let's all take a listen!

Gusto mo ba maging physiotherapist sa Qatar? Kinig na! 

Bea Palon, PTRP shared her experience as a physiotherapist in a skilled nursing facility in Qatar. We touched on the process of going there, her adjustment to the culture and work environment, and stuff about visas. She also shared what's good about working in a government facility in Qatar - its benefits and advantages. Let me give you one - tax-free. Lastly, she gave some pieces of advice if you're thinking or considering Qatar as a place to practice. Now take a listen!

[In Filipino]

Rolando Lazaro, PT, PhD, DPT is a professor in California State University, Sacramento. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of the Philippines, Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of the Pacific, his Doctor of Physical Therapy from Creighton University, and his Ph.D. in Health Science from Touro University. He has published works in numerous scientific journals and edited and chapter authored in numerous textbooks. He's also the editor-in-chief of the Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy, the official journal of the Philippine Physical Therapy Association.

In today's episode, Dudan candidly shared his story of how he got into textbook writing and its difference from writing scholarly studies. He also described what to do first if you want to start or practice your writing skills, and encouraged everyone to begin with case studies, poster presentions, and then publishing. Lastly, we discussed the launch of the Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy. Let's get to it.

Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy: https://soar.usa.edu/phjpt/