During this episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Tyler Quennell.

Tyler is an Athletic Therapist ,and former Massage Therapist, from just outside of Toronto, Ontario in Canada.

Tyler currently serves as a faculty member, in Sheridan College’s Athletic Therapy Program, as well as the assistant Athletic Therapist for the Toronto Rock Lacrosse in the NLL.

Tyler has also served as past president of the Canadian Athletic Therapy Association, and more recently was the head Athletic Therapist for team Canada Lacrosse at the World Games.

During this episode we talked about what it’s like working in professional sports, more specifically lacrosse. This was another great conversation, which I really enjoyed!

Are you a lacrosse fan? Comment below. We’ll see you in the next one!

I recently wrote a blog post about the nuances of communication and support for those that have suffered a brain injury.

I came research by Togher in 2012, that discussed the importance a supportive partner can play in the recovery process.

The paper outlines aspect of collaborative vs. Non-collaborative communication.

During this episode I review the paper and how I believe it will change my practice moving forward.

What importance do you think communication plays in healthcare?

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**Episode Resources**

*Togher L., (2012). Improving Communication for People with Brain Injury in the 21st Century: The Value of Collaboration. Brain Impairment. 14(1), 130-138. doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/BRlmp.2013.3

*https://conorpcollins.com/2022/07/communication-and-support-systems-for-those-that-have-suffered-traumatic-brain-injury/

This past week I got bit by a tick after hiking in the trails.

I didn’t understand the potential complications with tick bites ,until I reached out to healthcare colleagues and started researching tick bites.

During this episode I review the circumstances surrounding the bite, and the advice I have been given up until this point.

Tick bites are no joke and should be handled in a timely manner. Thank you to everyone that has helped me so far!

Have you been bit by a tick?

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**Episode Resources**

*www.geneticks.ca (tick testing lab Canada)

*www.ilads.org

*Cameron D, Johson L, Maloney E. Evidence assessments and guideline recommendations in Lyme disease: the clinical management of known tick bites, erythema migrans rashes and persistent disease. Expert Rev Anti Infect Ther. 12(9):1103-35. doi://10.1586/14787210.2014.940900.

During this week’s episode, I discuss the things I’ve learned after 15 years of co-operating a multi disciplinary clinic.

When I first started in business I was 25 years old.

I had no idea what I was doing but I took a chance on myself. Now 15 years later, and through many mistakes, I feel as though I’ve learned a thing or two.

During this conversation, I hope to share things with you that you can implement into your business practices to better help you and the people you serve?

What has been the biggest thing you’ve learned as a business owner?

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During this week’s episode I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Jonathan Clow.

Jonathan is a chiropractor with a general practice in Ingersoll, Ontario, Canada.

During this episode we chat about the evolution of his career, from buying a practice on the West Coast of Canada, then moving to a completely different community, starting over and building a clinic from scratch.

This is a great episode packed full of information for anyone, that is considering a career change, or has a passion for entrepreneurship, particularly in healthcare.

Have you considered changing a big part of your career?

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During this week’s episode I discuss dystonia.

Dystonia is a neuro metabolic movement disorder where a person can experience pain, extreme spasm and holding patterns in one or multiple areas of the body.

Often inherited this can be very uncomfortable to live with. Throughout this episode I discuss how dystonia is classified, the concept of spasm and rigidity and the common disorders dystonia is often paired with. Lastly, I lend my thoughts to treatment strategies to consider when helping people with dystonia.

Do you have any experience with this disorder?

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During this week’s episode I discuss some the things to consider when working towards with professional athletes or teams.

I outline whether or not it’s worth getting a specific sports designation, how to gain experience when you have none, as well as whether or not you should work for free.

What have been some of the challenges you’ve faced working with professional athletes?. Comment below!

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On this week’s episode I discuss some of the things that have helped me build my business over the years.

From financing, to marketing, I let you now what’s worked for me and not worked.

Whether you are new to practice, or re-branding your current practice I hope you find value in today’s episode.

What has helped you build, and maintain your allied health practice. Comment below!

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On this week’s episode I speak with Dr. Julie Koudys. Julie is an Assistant Professor and Clinical Coordinator in the Department of Applied Disability Studies at Brock University, Ontario, Canada.

Julie is a Registered Psychologist and a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst at the doctoral level and has worked with children and youth with ASD, developmental disabilities, learning disorders, and mental health challenges for approximately 20 years.

During this episode Julie and I discuss several concepts of behaviour and behaviour change. Julie also outlines the challenges that come along with changing behaviour, as well as how to integrate behaviour change into evidence-based practice.

You can learn more about Dr. Koudys by visiting https://brocku.ca/social-sciences/applied-disability-studies/people-in-the-department/julie-koudys/#research9416-c12d

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Last week Shoppers Drug Mart, a division of Loblaws, bought Canada’s largest corporately owned outpatient healthcare company, Lifemark.

The sale price, $845 000 000. A big number!

Since that time I have a number of conversations with my colleagues, as well as a few people have reached out to ask me my opinions on the sale.

This got me thinking about things and I share some of them in the this week’s episode. Enjoy.

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