Parhaat Occupational Therapy Podcastit (2024)

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#95: What is OT in 2025? with Sarah Brzeszkiewicz 1:01:42

4d ago1:01:42

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Through OT Potential, we’ve released over 94 episodes all exploring new influential OT research. As we enter 2025, it’s time to reflect on the research and ask: What trends are we seeing in OT? How is new research enriching how we think about our practice? In this 1 hour-episode, we’ll talk about new trends, with a particular focus on what commonal…

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#94: OT and Clinical Decision Support with Brad Willingham 1:10:19

18d ago1:10:19

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Artificial intelligence is ushering a new era of healthcare tools. These range from ambient listening to streamlined practice management. But, the AI-supported that I believe will truly transform occupational therapy is: Clinical Decision Support. To be honest, it often feels like we have more clinical decision barriers than we have support. Our EM…

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#93: OT and BPPV with Jeff Walter 1:01:56

1M ago1:01:56

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The Epley maneuver is a 💎 rare gem 💎 in the OT toolkit. A patient can walk into our treatment room, and they can walk out cured. They can walk out with instant relief. (Yes, there is nuance to this. Sometimes the maneuver needs to be repeated. Sometimes it simply doesn’t work. There are important contraindications.) But, the other thing that makes …

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Navigating the Realities of Podcasting for Passive Income with Rehab Rebels Journey 068 4:13

1M ago4:13

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Send us a text #068 Ever wondered if starting a podcast is your ticket to passive income? Today, I share my personal journey through the ups and downs of hosting Rehab Rebels. Despite the challenges and the realization that podcasting isn't a quick path to financial freedom, the past two and a half years have been an incredible ride filled with gro…

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#92: OT and Multiple Sclerosis with USA Paralympian Sarah Adam 59:17

2M ago59:17

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Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is the most common cause of non-traumatic disability in people aged 18-65 years. As rehab professionals, we know that exercise is one of the mainstays of treatment for these clients. Though not definitively established, exercise has the most potential promise to be disease modifying if started early in the course of disease.…

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Rehabilitation and Independence: The Role of Occupational Therapy with Neilin Moledina 41:43

2M ago41:43

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In this episode of Beyond Barriers: An Occupational Therapy Podcast, host Pam Hung sits down with Neilin Moledina, an experienced occupational therapist specializing in inpatient adult rehabilitation. Together, they explore the pivotal role of occupational therapy in helping clients rebuild independence and adapt to life transitions following spina…

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Bringing a Healthcare Product to Market with Shehla Rooney PT 067 43:40

2M ago43:40

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Send us a text #067 Have you ever wondered what it takes to bring a physical product to market in the healthcare sector? Join us as we explore Shehla's inspiring journey from being a dedicated physical therapist to becoming the CEO of GoKnee LLC. She shares how her passion for helping knee replacement patients regain their mobility led her to devel…

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Bridging Gaps: Community-Based Occupational Therapy with Catharine Eckersley 30:52

2M ago30:52

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In this episode of Beyond Barriers: An Occupational Therapy Podcast, host Pam Hung sits down with Catharine Eckersley, a private-practice occupational therapist based in Calgary, Alberta. Catharine shares her passion for community-based occupational therapy, offering a glimpse into her hands-on approach to empowering clients to overcome challenges …

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Supporting Neurodivergent Children Through Occupational Therapy with Camille Bailey 29:06

2M ago29:06

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In this episode of Beyond Barriers: An Occupational Therapy Podcast, host Pam Hung speaks with Camille Bailey, a pediatric occupational therapist and owner of Sensory Solutions Occupational Therapy Incorporated. Based in Parkland County, Alberta, Camille leads a multidisciplinary team that focuses on providing neurodiversity-affirming care to child…

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#91: Motor Learning in Neuro Rehab with Katie Riccio 1:02:48

2M ago1:02:48

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As occupational therapists, many of us have witnessed the wonder of motor learning in neuro rehab. Yet despite years of research attempting to identify the most effective post-stroke interventions, the reality is that our understanding of how to improve recovery of function remains incomplete. The article we are reviewing today serves as an update …

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Launching Online Programs Successfully with Sarah Good OT 066 33:36

2M ago33:36

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Send us a text #066 Imagine overcoming imposter syndrome and learning to value your unique skills as a therapist. Sarah, an Occupational Therapist (OT) and mindfulness teacher from Ottawa, Ontario, shares her transformative journey from traditional OT roles to launching her private practice during a global pandemic. This rapid shift to online consu…

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Mental Health Matters: How OTs Help Clients Thrive with Logan McColl 44:37

2M ago44:37

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In this episode of Beyond Barriers: An Occupational Therapy Podcast, host Pam Hung sits down with Logan McColl, a private-practice occupational therapist specializing in mental health in Edmonton, Alberta. Logan shares his unique approach to blending the internal and external aspects of occupational therapy, providing holistic care to clients acros…

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Supporting Independence in Long-Term Care: Insights from Michelle Palmer 43:27

2M ago43:27

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In this episode of Beyond Barriers: An Occupational Therapy Podcast, host Pam Hung speaks with Michelle Palmer, an occupational therapist working in private practice and continuing care in Lethbridge, Alberta. Michelle shares her experiences addressing service gaps in long-term care, where she focuses on empowering residents to maintain independenc…

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#90: OT and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome with Emily Rich 1:13:43

2M ago1:13:43

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Unfortunately, research on the lived-experience for those with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome shows us that we as a profession need to be doing a better job. People with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome report: A lack of reliable information for themselves Social stigma from peers. Lack of awareness of EDS in the healthcare community As occupational therapy professi…

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Building a Freelance Career in Medical Writing with Caitlyn Tivy DPT 065 39:27

2M ago39:27

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Send us a text #065 Do you feel trapped or burnt out in your current professional role? In this episode, we hear from Caitlyn, who faced burnout and dissatisfaction in her clinical rehab role and found a refreshing passion in medical writing and consulting, particularly within LGBTQ+ health companies. Caitlyn walks us through her initial struggles,…

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Bridging Neuroscience and Therapy: The OT Role in Stroke Recovery with Meghan Maiani 28:27

3M ago28:27

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In this inaugural episode of Beyond Barriers: An Occupational Therapy Podcast, host Pam Hung sits down with Meghan Maiani, an experienced occupational therapist and PhD student in neuroscience at the University of Calgary. With over 17 years of experience working with adults affected by neurological conditions such as stroke and brain injury, Megha…

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Trailer 2:04

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Welcome to Beyond Barriers, Navigating Health and Function, a new podcast from the Society of Alberta Occupational Therapists. The Society of Alberta Occupational Therapists is a non regulatory organization that promotes networking, education and advocacy opportunities for its members. This podcast is hosted by occupational therapists living in Alb…

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#89: AI in Documentation with Dennis Morrison 1:16:22

3M ago1:16:22

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In 50 years, you will look back on your occupational therapy practice and see a clear line in the sand between pre-AI augmented documentation and today. Ambient AI augmented documentation is going to: ✅Make documenting QUICKER ✅Make your notes HIGHER QUALITY ✅And, transform how you interact with clients And, if we harness this technology correctly,…

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Entrepreneurial Challenges in Surf Therapy with Naomi Matanick OT 064 32:32

3M ago32:32

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Send us a text #064 What happens when you blend a love for the ocean with a dedication to neurodiverse children? Naomi Matanick, a passionate occupational therapist, reveals her inspiring journey from traditional therapy settings to starting a surf therapy business. Starting a new business is never easy, especially one as innovative as surf therapy…

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Hippotherapy and Aquatic Therapy in Private Practice with Gina Taylor OT 063 32:59

3M ago32:59

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Send us a text #063 Ready to break free from traditional rehab methods and create a practice that truly resonates with your passions? Gina Taylor is an occupational therapist who has successfully built her private practice by integrating hippotherapy and aquatic therapy. In this episode you will learn about her career transition, balancing motherho…

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#88: OT and Driving with Ganesh M. Babulal 1:05:30

4M ago1:05:30

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The population of the United States is older than it has ever been. And, by 2050 the older adult population (>65 years) is projected to increase another 47% (from 58 million in 2022 to 82 million by 2050). This will transform many aspects of our society—and one change we need to prepare for is: The safety of older drivers. Because by 2050 the older…

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Entrepreneurship and AI in Healthcare with Jonathon Lee DPT 062 39:15

4M ago39:15

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Send us a text #062 How can healthcare professionals transition from clinical practice to successful entrepreneurship? Join us as we chat with Jonathon Lee, a physical therapist who co-founded Pickle, an AI-powered job search platform for clinicians. The global challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped his mission and vision for the health…

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#87: Community-based OT with Ryan Lavalley 1:04:06

4M ago1:04:06

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In our OT work with individuals, there can be a feeling of futility. As there is a growing collective consciousness around what we, as OT professionals, experience day in and day out: The communities in which we live have such a profound impact on our health. And, we can fail individuals by focusing only on their individual choices—and not the larg…

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From Occupational Therapist to Successful Recruiter with Wen Hung OT 061 31:31

4M ago31:31

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Send us a text #061 Prioritizing personal well-being and family needs is essential, even if it means transitioning to a completely different career path. Wen Hung, a former occupational therapist, reflects on the pivotal moments that led her to leave her rehab profession, including the challenges of inadequate maternity leave and the impact of COVI…

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#86: Emotional Disability and OT with Michelle Flemen-Tung 1:07:02

5M ago1:07:02

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Children with emotional disability (also known as emotional disturbance) are significantly more likely than children with other disabilities to: NOT be integrated into regular classrooms Experience a disciplinary removal Drop out of school Over the years, multiple social-emotional learning (SEL) interventions have been developed to support children…

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Leveraging Therapy Skills in Senior Care Management with Danae Mierau DPT 060 42:27

5M ago42:27

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Send us a text #060 Are you a physical therapist (PT) contemplating a career shift? Or perhaps you're just curious about the versatility of your therapy skills? Danae successfully transitioned from a physical therapist to a general manager at KARE, a tech-driven senior living support company. KARE connects communities with providers and providers w…

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#85: OT and Interoception with Kelly Mahler 1:04:56

5M ago1:04:56

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Interoception is having a moment. The popularity of the 8th sense is likely due to the fact that it gives words to sensations that we all experience, like: hunger, fatigue, heart rate, and pain. But, even though these sensations seem universal the reality is that there are vast differences in how and to what degree we experience the components of i…

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Transform Clinical Skills into MedTech Success with Yera Patel DPT 059 39:21

5M ago39:21

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Send us a text #059 Ever wondered how to successfully transfer your skills as a rehab professional into the MedTech space? Growing up in Central Jersey, Yera was initially drawn to physical therapy. However, struggling with the increasing demands of her job and witnessing issues within the healthcare system during her mother's health crisis, she so…

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#84: Swim Safety in Autistic Children with Erika Kemp 57:07

6M ago57:07

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If you have not been paying attention to recent statistics on drowning, you need to be. After decades of decline, deaths by drowning are on the rise. Groups already at higher risk have seen the greatest increases in drowning deaths. This includes adults ages 65 years and older of all races and ethnicities, as well as Black people of all ages. But t…

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Overcoming Burnout and Balancing Parenthood with Valerie Levesque DPT 058 31:19

6M ago31:19

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Send us a text #058 If you're feeling burned out and disillusioned, our guest, Valerie Levesque, a physical therapist, faced a common problem in her career: a mountain of debt, and a clear-cut income ceiling. The traditional rehab model in competitive environments like Seattle left her nowhere else to turn except to contemplate alternative paths ou…

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#83: OT and Functional Neurological Disorder with Naoya Ogura 1:01:20

6M ago1:01:20

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Functional neurological disorder (FND) has been called a “silent epidemic,” a “crisis” in neurology, and psychiatry’s “blind spot.” And, I have to admit it has been a huge personal blind spot for me. Luckily, others in the OT community have been hard at work standardizing care for these patients. Multidisciplinary treatment, including referral to O…

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From Physical Therapy to Dice Making with Lauren Schipper PT 057 29:28

6M ago29:28

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Send us a text #057 Sometimes our chosen career path may not align with our true passion and values. In this case, Lauren discovered her love for art and creativity, which she initially overlooked due to societal expectations and other, family influences. Her leap not only reshaped her professional life but also brought an unexpected harmony to her…

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#82: OT and Leadership with Victoria Garcia Wilburn 56:04

7M ago56:04

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The world desperately needs OT leaders. It needs leaders that can think holistically. It needs leaders that understand both individual level change and systems level change. It needs storytellers, collaborators, and compassionate thinkers. And, these are the qualities of an occupational therapy professional. Today, we’ll explore a paper on best pra…

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Journey into Virtual Rehab and Fitness Business with Divya Abraham DPT 056 32:01

7M ago32:01

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Send us a text #056 The struggle to find a fulfilling career path within the constraints of the industry is a problem many of us encounter. The solution lies in recognizing the need to change and explore alternative career paths that align with our passion and values. Listen to what Divya, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, has to share about her journe…

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Crafting a Patient-Centered Business in Physical Therapy with Susie Gronski DPT 055 36:55

7M ago36:55

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Send us a text #055 In a world where the traditional healthcare system often prioritizes efficiency over patient care, there emerges a narrative that challenges the status quo and shines a light on the potential of healthcare entrepreneurship. This is precisely what Susie Gronski, a urological physical therapist and sex counselor, brings to the tab…

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#81: OT and CRPS with Megan Doyle 1:10:01

7M ago1:10:01

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In a massive 53 page treatment guideline on Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), the authors state: “Occupational therapists are the ideal therapeutic leaders in the functional restoration process…” And, go on to devote 2 pages to what this OT care can entail. In this one hour course, we’ll pull out important implications for OT practice from the…

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Maximize Your Income Without Sacrificing Your Time with Ray Gorman DPT 054 39:58

8M ago39:58

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Send us a text #054 Are you a coach or rehab professional who is tired of trading time for money? Ray Gorman of Engage Movement transitioned from the familiar realm of outpatient clinics to successfully running a cash practice. He started working with clients virtually in 2016 and then blended the virtual and in-person experience in 2017. Today, Ra…

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#80: Advocacy in Pelvic Health with Lindsey Vestal, Carlin Reaume, and Alyson Stover 1:05:04

8M ago1:05:04

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In a rapidly changing world, we as OT professionals need collective mobilization like never before. But, it feels like our systems of advocacy are all underfunded and difficult to navigate. Against this backdrop, which can feel discouraging, I think it is critical to shine the light on what I consider one of the greatest OT triumphs of the past dec…

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#79: OT Hopes and Fears for AI with Alyson Stover and Karen Jacobs 1:02:07

8M ago1:02:07

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The idea of AI transforming occupational therapy stirs both hopes and fears. Will it help us revolutionize our broken systems? Will it augment the best of our care? Or will it bolster inequality and threaten our jobs? This is a story we are actively writing—and have the power to shape. In this one hour course, we’ll talk to two leading voices on th…

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Achieve your Financial Goals Faster: Income Streams with Stephen Stockhausen DPT 053 32:37

8M ago32:37

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Send us a text #053 Ever felt like you've hit a professional ceiling, especially in a field as challenging as Rehab? Stephen's journey from travel physical therapy to Chief Operating Officer (COO) of a tech startup will inspire you with its raw honesty and innovative thinking. Stephen's story serves as an example of how traditional roles in healthc…

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#78: OT and Habits with Zipporah Brown 1:05:34

8M ago1:05:34

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There is a growing public consciousness around the power (and difficulty) of habit change, especially as the impact of chronic conditions soars. And, as we’ll see in the featured scoping review on OT and habit change/health promotion, we’ve been addressing habits since 1912, it is a core part of our 2020 practice framework, and is increasingly embe…

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From Academia to Private Practice to Business Owner with Ali Arena PhD SLP 052 32:40

9M ago32:40

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Send us a text #052 Ali Arena is a source of knowledge for anyone navigating neurodiversity, relationships, and the personal challenges that come with ADHD. In this episode, we discuss the challenges and experiences of running a therapy practice. And Ali shares her journey from academia, working at a private practice to being a business owner with …

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#77: OT and Making the OTD Capstone Matter with Daniel Rortvedt & Alana Woolley 1:04:02

9M ago1:04:02

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The number of OT entry-level doctoral (OTD) programs has been expanding rapidly. In 2017 there were 7 programs. As of 2023, there are 95, with an additional 76 in development. The article we'll cover in this course presents early stage research on the doctoral capstone experience and employment opportunities. It backs up what I have now personally …

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From Physical Therapist to Franchise Executive and Vice President with Ian Klaes PT 051 27:24

9M ago27:24

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Send us a text #051 Have you ever considered a leap into franchise ownership? That's exactly what Ian Klaes did, transforming from a fresh PT graduate to a vice president of a thriving senior care franchise. Join us as Ian shares how he got to be a franchise owner, offering inspiration and guidance for professionals considering a similar leap. The …

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#76: OT and Pediatric Constipation with Quiara Smith 1:04:55

9M ago1:04:55

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I’ve been surprised as my own kids enter elementary school to anecdotally find that constipation is a common reason to miss activities. But, this aligns perfectly with the research we look at today, and the growing concern that constipation has become a public health concern. As many as 32% of kids (0-18) experience constipation. And, a growing num…

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From Physical Therapy to Real Estate Success with Lindsay Walston 050 31:29

9M ago31:29

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Send us a text #050 Embarking on a career change is not for the faint of heart, and that's exactly why our guest for today is Lindsay Walston, whose leap from physical therapy to real estate is nothing short of inspiring. With the heart of a caretaker and the mind of a savvy investor, Lindsay shares her journey to career happiness. In this episode,…

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#75: Knowledge Translation and OT with Tim Dionne 1:04:48

10M ago1:04:48

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It takes an average of 17 years for evidence to make its way into practice. The fields of knowledge translation and implementation science are seeking to change this. And, today we are looking at a scoping review of knowledge translation research in rehab. To be frank, I think the article is pretty convoluted. (Which is funny since it comes from re…

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TJ6: Designing an Impactful Career Through Strategic Networking 049 18:17

10M ago18:17

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Send us a text #049 "You are the average of the five people you spend most of your time with". The goal of this episode is for you to have a guide to the relationships, networks, and communities you're cultivating and why these are important to your career and life direction, and to be able to start building these relationships with the intention t…

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