PT Student Center

In this episode we chat about our weekly updates in our PT school journeys including us being reunited and living together. Sarah talks about her first week of her clinical rotation at an outpatient orthopedic clinic.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ptstudentcenter/support

In this episode we chat with Dr. Alissa Geipel, a Pediatric Sports Physical Therapist. A culmination of an ACL tear, getting more involved in sports, and tutoring led her to the PT profession. Alissa obtained her biochemistry degree during undergrad. Having to expand from a molecular level to a gross level during graduate school was a big adjustment. However, her background also allowed her to have a more complete understanding of how the body works. We discuss the process of applying for a residency program, the different residency tracks that are available, and how she became interested in a residency. She shares the differences between a typical week of PT school versus a week of residency. We wrap up the episode with Alissa’s advice for current PT students. Instagram: @alissageipel_sportspt Email: alissa.geipel@gmail.com Gofundme/How to Apply and Eligibility: https://www.gofundme.com/f/graditude-scholarship-for-pt-students Use code:10k to get 50% off of any other shirts with purchase of a scholarship shirt. All proceeds from the 'I AM MORE THAN' scholarship shirt will go directly towards the GRADitude 2.0 scholarship fund. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ptstudentcenter/support

In this episode we chat with Antonio Sanson, PTA, and clinic co-founder. Reading books about PT and having a sister as PT, led him to PTA school while deciding what he wanted to do with his life. He shares how his first semester of PTA school went and what the layout of his school entailed. After graduation, he worked in the same clinic as his sister, starting as a tech until he completed his licensure exam. Antonio started recording videos on his iPhone about the profession and common questions he was asked about being a PTA for a YouTube channel. This opened the door to other video editing opportunities such as being on the MPTA communication committee. He shares how he started a PT business with his sister and shares tips on saving money when expanding a clinic. We wrap up the episode with advice for current PT or PTA students.  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AntonioSanson Gofundme/How to Apply and Eligibility: https://www.gofundme.com/f/graditude-scholarship-for-pt-students Use code:10k to get 50% off of any other shirts with purchase of a scholarship shirt. All proceeds from the 'I AM MORE THAN' scholarship shirt will go directly towards the GRADitude 2.0 scholarship fund. https://graditude.mykajabi.com/amazon-affiliates  Go to Physiomemes.com and use this code for 20% off your next order: GRADITUDE20 Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/graditude/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ptstudentcenter/support

In this episode we chat with Isabelle, a second-year DPT student. Isabelle majored in Kinesiology during undergrad and took an introduction to PT course during her freshman year. Both of these experiences solidified her interest in PT. Isabelle discusses being waitlisted at multiple programs and getting accepted from her last interview. She shares adjusting from a large undergraduate school to a small graduate program. She talks about how her first semester went and what helped her the most with taking practical exams for the first time. Maintaining a fitness routine, planning everything out, and focusing on her future clinical helped Isabelle remain motivated when her program had to transition to online classes. Isabelle has aspirations of working with the pediatric population in a small town after graduation. She wraps up the episode with advice for DPT students starting classes during a pandemic.  Instagram: @justadptstudent https://graditude.mykajabi.com/HalfwayToDebtFree  https://graditude.mykajabi.com/amazon-affiliates  Go to Physiomemes.com and use this code for 20% off your next order: GRADITUDE20 Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/graditude/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ptstudentcenter/support

In this episode we chat with Dr. Ben Fung, Physical Therapist and co-founder of Recharge and UpDoc Media. Ben discusses how working as an engineer led him to a career shift toward PT. Ben shares his experience during DPT school and how he thinks the education system should change to adapt post pandemic. After graduation, he worked in the hospital setting but was left wanting more. He took a meeting with the CEO of the hospital in hopes of advancement but was challenged to get his MBA in order to do more. Ben elaborates on shifting from a PT to an entrepreneur and speaker. He shares his business endeavors and wraps up the episode with advice for current DPT students. Instagram: @drbenfung Website: https://www.updocmedia.com/ Text: 470-ben-fung https://graditude.mykajabi.com/HalfwayToDebtFree  https://graditude.mykajabi.com/amazon-affiliates  Go to Physiomemes.com and use this code for 20% off your next order: GRADITUDE20 Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/graditude/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ptstudentcenter/support

In this episode we chat with Dr. Jasmine Marcus, Physical Therapist and writer. Jasmine discusses transitioning from journalism to DPT school and her grad school experiences. We chat about what she expected coming out of DPT school versus the reality of PT, what she does outside of PT and how she got started with her writing endeavors. Jasmine offers some tips for expanding your PTCAS essay and wraps up the episode with advice for how to get involved with writing as a student and for current DPT students.  Instagram: @theptwriter @jmarcusdpt  Website: https://jasminemarcus.com/  https://graditude.mykajabi.com/HalfwayToDebtFree  https://graditude.mykajabi.com/amazon-affiliates  Go to Physiomemes.com and use this code for 20% off your next order: GRADITUDE20  Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/graditude/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ptstudentcenter/support

In this episode we chat with Dr. Francisco Maia, Physical Therapist and owner of TheK9PT. Fran discusses starting as an outpatient PT before he even knew that animal PT was an option, and  how he got his canine rehabilitation certification and what the classes were like. He shares how he started his own business and what a typical canine PT session looks. So what does documentation for animals even entail in comparison to humans? We chat about that, too! Fran talks about his favorite population to work with and how his business has adapted during COVID. He gives recommendations for daily canine activity and talks about strengthening exercises for canines. We wrap up the episode with advice for SPTs whether you are looking to go into canine PT or not. Instagram: @TheK9PT www.thek9pt.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ptstudentcenter/support

In this episode we chat with Dr. Craig Lindell, a Physical Therapist and co-owner of The Prehab Guys. Craig discusses the journey that led him to PT and how applying for PT school went for him. Craig also discusses adjusting to graduate school and PT school in general. He shares the origin of The Prehab Guys and what he expected from the business and himself after PT school. He talks about the transition from working for someone else to working for himself. Craig discusses the products that The Prehab Guys offer. He wraps up the episode with advice for current DPT students. Instagram: @theprehabguys Podcast: The Prehab Audio Experience Email: craig@theprehabguys.com https://graditude.mykajabi.com/amazon-affiliates Go to Physiomemes.com and use this code for 20% off your next order: GRADITUDE20 Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/graditude/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ptstudentcenter/support

In this episode we chat with Ruben Cabrera, a second year DPT student. Ruben discusses his journey that led him to PT and how he spent his gap years before starting DPT school. Ruben shares why he started his two businesses and Youtube channel. He also shares what videos he has done for Youtube and how his classmates responded to his videos. He discusses how he manages his time while doing all these things as a student. We wrap up the episode with advice for current DPT students.  Instagram: @rjtehninja Youtube: Ruben Cabre https://graditude.mykajabi.com/amazon-affiliates Go to Physiomemes.com and use this code for 20% off your next order: GRADITUDE20 Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/graditude/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ptstudentcenter/support

In this episode we chat with Dr. Kyle Freeman, a Physical Therapist, and TikTok guru. Kyle discusses his journey; including, the jobs he has worked as a PT and the struggles he has faced along the way. He shares his first impression of TikTok and what his content looked like in the beginning. He also shares how his content and following have grown; including, being selected as a partner with TikTok to make educational videos. He discusses his Facebook group and beta course that are geared toward getting healthcare professionals on TikTok. He wraps up the episode with advice for students who want to start making videos on the app. TikTok: @tikdocphysio Instagram: @tikdocphysio FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/652258475623676/ Go to Physiomemes.com and use this code for 20% off your next order: GRADITUDE20 Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/graditude/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ptstudentcenter/support

In this episode we chat with Andrew Gillihan, a current SPT and the owner of Stoic Physiotherapy. Andrew discusses his journey that led him to getting his master’s degree before starting DPT school. He shares what he has been doing with men’s pelvic health. Andrew also shares how to get involved in the pelvic health world and why it’s so important for PT’s to be educated on this. He wraps up the episode with advice for current DPT students. Instagram: @stoicphysiotherapy.spt Go to Physiomemes.com and use this code for 20% off your next order: GRADITUDE20 Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/graditude/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ptstudentcenter/support

In this episode we chat with Dr. Steph, a new grad acute care Physical Therapist. Steph discusses what it’s like to work in NYC  and what a typical week consists of for her pre and post pandemic. She also shares what changes she thinks might be in the future for DPT student clinicals in acute care. A typical acute care PT session looked very different than they do now. We chat about what got Steph involved in social media and what resources she has for students. Lastly, we wrap up the episode with how Steph is staying sane during the pandemic and advice for current DPT students. Instagram: @dpt.steph Website: https://www.dptsteph.com/ Go to Physiomemes.com and use this code for 20% off your next order: GRADITUDE20 Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/graditude/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ptstudentcenter/support

In this episode we chat with Damian Johnson, a current SPT. Damian discusses his journey that led him to take a break from DPT school after successfully completing his first semester. He also discusses what he did to better himself during his break from school. Including how his interest in personal training sparked during this time. He shares what he’s doing now as a student and how his first semester back went. Damian chats about the layout of his program and what it’s like to have practicals with standardized patients. Damian wraps up the episode with advice for DPT students. Instagram: @dj2dpt  Go to Physiomemes.com and use this code for 20% off your next order: GRADITUDE20 Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/graditude/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ptstudentcenter/support

In this episode we chat about putting yourself out there after you find your passion, even if you are still a student and don't feel qualified because you aren't a PT yet. We start the episode off with our weekly updates and share an exciting milestone in our DPT journeys. We discuss how nerve-racking it can be when you first start your platform and what we were feeling when we first started GRADitude. Have you ever felt like what if my professor...classmate...employer....(insert here)... sees this post??? We also discuss knowing your boundaries but still being true to yourself and reaching out to the people you want to serve. Growing your connections can be a slow and hard process at first, you're going to get a lot more noes than yeses but you have to be persistent and keep pushing forward. If you have any questions about how to talk to a someone who might not agree with your content, please reach out to us. Or any questions in general, we are here to help you!!  SSHC Live 2020 link ⬇️ https://www.sshclive.com/sshc2020-landing-page Go to Physiomemes.com and use this code for 20% off your next order: GRADITUDE20 Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/graditude/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ptstudentcenter/support

In this episode we chat with Dr. Josh Payne, A Physical Therapist, and owner of the Mobile Concierge Coaching Academy. Josh discusses his journey during DPT school including his expectations vs. the reality of school. He also discusses what he envisioned for himself after school and how his first job as a PT went. Josh shares how he became interested in home health PT and how that eventually led him to concierge PT. He talks about opening his own business and the struggles and triumphs that he faced. Josh wraps up the episode with advice for current DPT students. Instagram: @theconciergept Facebook: Josh Payne Website: https://www.joshpaynept.com/ Go to Physiomemes.com and use this code for 20% off your next order: GRADITUDE20 Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/graditude/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ptstudentcenter/support

In this episode we chat with Nyasha Malika, a future SPT who will be starting DPT school this fall. Nyasha discusses how she became interested in physical therapy as a junior high student. She also discusses her love for neuro and the neuro experiences that she has been involved in, how she started her own business-which is a home fitness regimen for people in wheelchairs- and what a typical session entails. We chat about prepping for DPT school and what she's most looking forward to and most nervous about for when classes start. Nyasha wraps up the episode with advice for people who are in the transition stage from a Pre-PT to an SPT.  Instagram: @nyashamalika Go to Physiomemes.com and use this code for 20% off your next order: GRADITUDE20 Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/graditude/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ptstudentcenter/support

In this episode we chat with Dr. Josh Funk, a Physical Therapist and CEO of Rehab 2 Perform. Josh discusses how growing up in a very active household and a college sports injury led him to the PT profession. Josh also discusses transitioning from undergrad to graduate school and the variety of jobs he worked during school. He shares the process of opening his own practice and insight on how he learned about the business aspect of PT. He talks about the obstacles that came up when starting his business and what he looks for when expanding his team. Josh wraps up the episode with sharing how his business engages with students and his advice for DPT students.  Instagram: @drjoshfunk, @rehab2perform Podcast: High Performers Podcast Go to Physiomemes.com and use this code for 20% off your next order: GRADITUDE20 Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/graditude/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ptstudentcenter/support

In this episode we chat with Kevin Hamidi, a first year DPT student. Kevin discusses his journey that led him to Physical Therapy. Kevin shares how his first semester of DPT school went while also taking an online business mentorship course. He shares his vision for after graduation and how switching from in-person to online personal training made a difference in his life. Kevin talks about how online coaching has allowed him to take some of the financial stress off of his school experience. Kevin discusses the differences between the online coaches that he's worked with and online mentorship courses that he’s gone through. Kevin shares how he balances his online coaching with his class schedule.  Instagram: @kevinhamidispt .  Check out From Broke to Bank here https://graditude.mykajabi.com/BroketoBank  Go to Physiomemes.com and use this code for 20% off your next order: GRADITUDE20  Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/graditude/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ptstudentcenter/support

In this episode we chat with Farimang Touray Jr., a first year DPT student. Mang discusses his journey that led him from originally wanting to an FBI agent to PT. Mang also discusses what it's like to live in Alaska. He talks about adjusting from living in Alaska to moving to Boston for DPT school. He shares how his program is set up in terms of classes and what he has struggled with during school. Mang talks about his side hustle, The Hoop Lab and how it allows him to integrate basketball and PT to reduce injuries and keep people playing longer. Mang wraps up the episode with sharing how he spent his gap years and advice for a current DPT student.  Instagram: @ftjr15, @the.hoop.lab Twitter: @ftjr15 Facebook: Farimang Touray Jr. Go to Physiomemes.com and use this code for 20% off your next order: GRADITUDE20 Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/graditude/support   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ptstudentcenter/support

In this episode we chat with Dr. Shanté Cofield, a Physical Therapist, and owner of The Movement Maestro. Shanté discusses originally wanting to be an orthopedic surgeon but switching to PT after an ACL injury and guidance from her advisor.  She shares transitioning from being a practicing Physical Therapist to a RockTape instructor which helped her realize her passion for educating providers. Shanté discusses how she started her digital platform which focuses on online courses and business coaching.  She also discusses how she structures her online courses and coaching. Shanté wraps up the episode with advice that she would give to current DPT students.  Instagram: @themovementmaestro Website: https://themovementmaestro.com/ Podcast: Maestro on the Mic Go to Physiomemes.com and use this code for 20% off your next order: GRADITUDE20 Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/graditude/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ptstudentcenter/support