PT Pintcast - Physical Therapy

We are thrilled to announce the winner of the Who's NEXT scholarship from Aureus Medical Staffing.

The inaugural winner is Michael Cromartie from the University of Miami!

Michael (and his roommate) are coming to the APTA’s NEXT conference this June 27-30th in Orlando Florida!  They get conference passes completely covered for the entire event.

Plus! $1,000 in travel money for a flight, rental car, hotel, food (and maybe a beer or two…) that’s from our great friends and longtime partners at Aureus Medical Staffing. They're the leader in Travel PT assignments across the United States, more info at AUREUSmedical.com they made this scholarship possible.

We’re also making them part of the show as executive producers, to pick the guests/ help us host an episode!

But, there's more! An FMT basic or FMT blades course with a set of rock blades from ROCKTAPE! for Michael & his classmate.

And

A course from Owens recovery science on BFR on blood flow restriction rehabilitation training!

The total value of this scholarship is worth $6,900!

Catch the second half of our interviews from the Upstate New York Student Conclave at

Nazareth College. Listen to J.J.’s journey through the PT profession and how her growing up

close to the profession impacted her career. Then hear students’ in the audience have their

questions answered by the panel.

J.J. Mowder-Tinney received her Master of Science in PT from the University of Miami and her

DPT from NOVA Southeastern University. She has over 20 years of experience in various

settings and is the current Chair of the Physical Therapy program at Nazareth College.

Quote: “It’s kind of fun to do the impossible” –Walt Disney

Who you should know more about: Jim Lynskey:

http://ans.engineering.asu.edu/people/lynskey.php

Hear from three Nazareth College professors at the Upstate New York Student Conclave. Michael talks about his passions and the importance of connections. Andrew elaborates on what he brings to the profession taking a nontraditional route to PT. Wrapping up the episode, Jennifer shares lessons learned from her patients in the adult neuro and pediatrics settings.

Michael Huson received his DPT from A.T. Still University in Mesa, AZ. He is currently a professor in the PT program at Nazareth College and owner of Huson Physical Therapy.

Book Michael recommended: The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, by Douglas Adams

Andrew Bartlett received his PhD in Physical Therapy from Nova Southwestern University. He currently teaches full time at Nazareth College and works part time in the home health setting.

Book Andrew recommended: But Where is the Lamb, by James Goodman

Jennifer Fay received her master of science in PT from Ithaca college. She has practiced in various settings for 20 years and is currently teaching full time at Nazareth College in the PT program.

Book Jennifer recommended: Quiet, by Susan Cain

Want to know more about someone mentioned in the episode?

Michael Napierala: http://peakptrochester.com/michael-napierala/

Ellen Hillegas: http://www.educationresourcesinc.com/faculty-details/ellen-hillegass

J.J. Mowder-Tinney: https://www2.naz.edu/dept/physical-therapy/faculty-staff/jj-mowder-tinney/

Listen for a recap of the Specialists vs. Generalists Oxford Debate that took place at the First Annual North Carolina Student Conclave. Scales and Simon dive a little deeper into the importance both specialist and generalists in the PT profession.

Melissa Scales received her DPT from Duke University. She is a Pediatric Certified Specialist and a current professor in the DPT program at Elon University.

Graphic novel Melissa recommended: Everyone’s an Aliebn When Ur an Aliebn Too, by Jomny Sun

Corey Simon received his DPT from the University of Buffalo, and his PhD in Rehabilitation Science from the University of Florida. He is currently a professor in the DPT program at Duke University.

Book Corey recommended: Originals, by Adam Grant

Want to know more about someone mentioned in the episode?

Steven George: https://ortho.duke.edu/steven-z-george-pt-phd

Julie Fritz: https://faculty.utah.edu/u0440306-JULIE_M_FRITZ/research/index.hml

Gini Blodgett Birchett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giniblodgettbirchett

Karen Tartick: https://www.med.unc.edu/ahs/physical/faculty/clinical-faculty/karen-e-tartick-pt-cscs

Erik Meira: https://www.myrehabexpert.com/item/erik-p-meira-pt-dpt-scs-cscs/

Mentioned sites:

Brooks 3rd Annual Scholarly Symposium, May 19th 2018: http://www.brooksihl.org

APTA Outcomes Registry: http://www.ptoutcomes.com/home.aspx

We talk to Duke University Faculty Residents Bridget Ripa and Kayla Black.  They're both in a new and innovative residency program at Duke University which is set up to teach them how to be Physical Therapy faculty. 

Here's a link for more information: https://dpt.duhs.duke.edu/education/academics/residency-programs/faculty-development-residency

Ann Thompson PT graduated with her Masters in PT from Duke University and her Doctorate of Education from Georgia Southern University. She currently works in an acute care setting.

Physical Therapy Association of Georgia: http://www.ptagonline.org

Her advice to students is to stay strong every day and be professional. She also elaborates on the array of settings she has worked in, from work assessments to education.

Brooks 3rd Annual Scholarly Symposium, May 19th 2018: http://www.brooksihl.org

APTA Outcomes Registry: http://www.ptoutcomes.com/home.aspx

Audience members ask the panel something they have always wanted to know but never had the chance to ask.

https://www.ptpintcast.com/2017/10/16/237-curtis-tait-physio-smorgasbord-approach/

https://www.ptpintcast.com/2018/04/23/296-duke-university-faculty-residents/

https://www.ptpintcast.com/2017/08/21/if-you-cant-breathe-you-cant-function-with-mary-massery/

 

 

Physical Therapy Association of Georgia: http://www.ptagonline.org

Beth Collier, PT, DPT

Graduated with her DPT from Georgia State University. Currently working at Motion Stability in Atlanta, GA. Beth is an adjunct faculty member at Mercer University.

Skye Donovan: https://www.marymount.edu/Home/Contact-Us/Directory?profileid=393

Beth Collier shares her advice to students.

Keep learning

Go to leadership seminars

Get involved!

Book Beth recommended: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, by Stephen R. Covey

Jason Reiss, PT, DPT

Graduated with his Masters in PT from Emory University and his DPT from Marymount University. Currently works at the Sports Rehabilitation Center in GA.

Jason focused on the hiring process and what an employer looks for in an applicant.

They look for a solid foundation based on education and program

References that know you well

Do you have a niche?

Author Jason recommended: Matthew Kelly

We went LIVE at Springfield College Physical Therapy and here's what it sounded like!

We went LIVE at Springfield College Physical Therapy in Massachusetts... here's what it sounded like.

We talked to PT Asha Gummadi who is the winner of the National Geographic contest Chasing Genius for her rehabilitation app TherexPortal.com. First prize, $25,000!

The app is a mix of Telerehab, Exercise prescription delivery, and communication barrier breaker.