On this episode JD Boudreaux speaks with Ellen DeValcourt and Charlie Caruthers. Ellen is a 2002 graduate of the LSU Health Science Center-Shreveport and was voted the Outstanding Student of the School of Allied Health Sciences class of 2002. She is an APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor for education of physical therapy students for P.T. programs from LSU – New Orleans and Shreveport, University of St. Augustine, and University of South Alabama. Ellen specializes in orthopedics, neurological conditions and vertigo symptoms (vestibular rehabilitation). Originally, Ellen is from Jeanerette, Louisiana

In this episode, Mr. Charlie Caruthers and his wife Jackie detail the amazing rapport they developed with Ellen while Charlie recovered from statin-induced myositis and rhabdomyolysis. With the help of physical therapist Ellen Devalcourt, Charlie has successfully returned to some of his favorite activities, including performing yard work, planting a garden, and spending time with family and friends. 

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On this episode JD Boudreaux speaks with Dr. Sharon Dunn, American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) President and Dean of School of Allied Health Professions for LSU Health Shreveport.

In this episode, Dr. Dunn discusses her role as APTA president, the importance of being involved in your professional organization, and how collaborations throughout multiple healthcare professions will become a catalyst for change to transform society and improve healthcare delivery.  

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On this episode JD Boudreaux speaks with Al Patin, the Senior Vice President, Chief Operating Officer of Lafayette General Medical Center.

In this episode, Al discusses his educational and work experiences; the most significant event that he has experienced that affects the way he treats people today; the biggest challenge and innovation during this COVID-19 pandemic; the biggest accomplishment as an administrator at Lafayette General Health; and the  benefits that the pending partnership between Lafayette General and Ochsner will have on the Acadiana community. 

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On this episode JD Boudreaux speaks with Joseph Marino, a dual credentialed physical therapist and athletic trainer that works at the Youngsville location of MTS Physical Therapy. 

In this episode, Joe discusses the dangers kids face when consistently carrying too heavy of a backpack. He describes how to calculate the appropriate weight of your child’s backpack and offers simple tips to reduce risk of injury. He also provides a few examples of basic exercises to perform to improve postural alignment in kids. This is a can’t miss episode if you have kids returning to school this year. 

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On this episode JD Boudreaux speaks with JP Boullion (Sacred Heart-Ville Platte), Jamie Calais (Cecilia High School), and Theo Sliman (Louisiana Golf). Each of these individuals describe the role that they play as a coach to assist athletes in their development. In part two of this two-part episode, these three coaches discuss:

·       Their response to the COVID-19 pandemic

·       The often-overlooked mental effects of the pandemic on their athletes

·       The biggest challenge in the coaching profession today

·       The legacy that they want to leave behind.

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On this episode JD Boudreaux speaks with JP Boullion (Sacred Heart-Ville Platte), Jamie Calais (Cecilia High School), and Theo Sliman (Louisiana Golf). Each of these individuals describe the role that they play as a coach to assist athletes in their development. In part one of a two-part episode, these three coaches discuss:

·       The role of a coach in developing the entire athlete

·       The role of parents in team sports

·       Their favorite quote that guides their coaching philosophy

·       The impact that Coach Tony Robichaux and other mentors have had on their careers

·       A memorable moment in their coaching career

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On this episode JD Boudreaux speaks with four current doctoral physical therapy students from LSU Health-Shreveport. Leah Angelle, Matthew Fleming, Kailey Lejeune, and Emily Navarre recently completed a 6-week PT clinical rotation at an MTS Therapy and Wellness outpatient clinic. Each student shares their experiences and favorite aspect of their current rotation. In addition, each student shares their advice on applying to PT school, what is their favorite class in school so far, how has COVID-19 influenced their progression, and what they are excited about in the future. Good luck to each of these students as they head back to school to continue their educational journey. 

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On this episode JD Boudreaux speaks with James Heathers, Chief Scientific Officer of Cipher Skin. James has 15 years of experience in physiology, biosignal methodology, signal analysis, and wearable device design. He managed a biosignal lab during his Ph.D. on heart rate variability methodology (USYD, '15), then spent four years offloading, processing and interpreting biosignal data from wearable monitors as a research scientist. In this episode, James discusses the various products under development by Cipher Skin, the different biometrics and movement parameters than can be measured with their devices, and the impact it can have in the rehabilitation and medical fields. 

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On this episode JD Boudreaux speaks with Mike Sheffield. Mike graduated from LSU School of Allied Health Sciences- New Orleans in 1978. He has over 40 years of clinical experience in a variety of settings including hospital acute care, outpatient, sports medicine, home health and skilled nursing care. Mike specializes in Orthopedics, Sports Injuries and Rehabilitation, joint replacement and soft tissue disorders. Mike received the Dave Warner Award for distinguished service to the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association and was elected to the LPTA Hall of Fame in 2017. In this episode, Mike details his path to success throughout his illustrious career. He describes some of the major changes in the field of physical therapy including the establishment of the Louisiana Physical Therapy Board and the benefits of being an active member of your professional organization. He shares some essential tenets for success in any field of work. 

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On this episode JD Boudreaux is joined by co-host Brian Soignier, as the duo visits with one of Brian’s mentors, Dr. Gary Gray. Gary received his initial education as a physical therapist in the mid-1970s. He immediately pursued additional training as an athletic trainer, personal trainer, and as a strength and conditioning coach. Realizing the common thread of creating transformational environments to enhance the lives of others being the science of movement, he developed the discipline of Applied Functional Science®. With his ongoing passion and mission of learning and sharing more, and with the goal of educating, empowering, and encouraging others through an appreciation of the wonderfully and fearfully made human body, Dr. Gray established the Gray Institute. Gary has been married to his 7th grade sweetheart (Cindi) since 1976 and has been blessed with two sons and daughter-in-loves (Brad and Shallon, Doug and Valerie) and six grandchildren (Denyon, Aryah, Calyx, Zion, Xyler, and Lawson). In this episode, Gary discusses a variety of topics including how he defines an athlete, his rationale when treating individual patients, his vision for the future of the physical therapy profession, and how he would like to be remembered. His tremendous experience combined with his vast knowledge of human movement provides many pearls of wisdom for all audience members throughout this episode. 

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