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PT Student Center

PT Student Centerwww.ptstudentcenter.com
Here to guide you through physical therapy school on your first try, debt free!
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Episodes

Ep. 46- Beta Course, Clinicals, Triathlons and more

In this episode, Gabby and Sarah give weekly updates on their PT school journeys. We talk about clinical placement processes, our beta course called How To Kick Ass in PT School, triathlon training, and more! Go to Physiomemes.com and use this code for 20% off your next order: GRADITUDE20

Jun 16, 201925 minEp. 46

Ep. 45- Pre-PT and SPT Q&A (w/Sahil Gandhi)

In this episode we chat with a pre-PT (at the time of the recording back in January 2019) and have a Q&A style interview. We talk about Sahil's journey to physical therapy school, advice for pre-PTs and more! Go to Physiomemes.com and use this code for 20% off your next order: GRADITUDE20

Jun 12, 201943 minEp. 45

Ep. 44- The Best Conference Ever: SSPT LIVE

In this episode, Gabby and Sarah talk about their experiences at SSPT LIVE in Clearwater Beach, FL over Memorial Day weekend. This was only the second time they've ever met in real life! Go to Physiomemes.com and use this code for 20% off your next order: GRADITUDE20 Send a question via Anchor Voice Messages: https://anchor.fm/graditude/message

Jun 09, 201934 minEp. 44

Ep. 43- New Grad PT Mentors (w/Javier Carlin)

In this episode, we chat with Dr. Javier Carlin about his journey to PT school, being a director of a PT clinic, what he's up to helping new grads, advice for SPTs and more! IG: @drjaviercarlin FB page: The New Grad PT Mentors FB group: New Grad PT Mentorship Go to Physiomemes.com and use this code for 20% off your next order: GRADITUDE20 Send a question via Anchor Voice Messages: https://anchor.fm/graditude/message

Jun 05, 201941 minEp. 42

Ep. 42- Our First Week of Summer Semester

In this episode, we talk about our first weeks back to the summer semester. Go to Physiomemes.com and use this code for 20% off your next order: GRADITUDE20 Send a question via Anchor Voice Messages: https://anchor.fm/graditude/message

Jun 02, 201929 minEp. 42

Ep. 41- Ending the Stigma Around Anxiety Meds (w/Dashae Smallwood)

In this episode, we chat with fellow SPT, Dashae Smallwood, about her journey into PT school, blogging her way through school, and how anxiety meds have changed her life over the last couple months. It's so important for students to understand the resources and access to counseling services on campus that are free to them, and they should utilize. IG: @thecurlyclinician Email: thecurlyclinician@gmail.com Blog: https://thecurlyclinician.com/ GRADitude Scholarship Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/gr...

May 29, 201942 min

Ep. 40- Cannabis, Travel, Public Speaking, and Tough Conversations (w/Jeff Konin)

In this episode we chat with Dr. Jeff Konin about his journey into PT school, his adventures through various degrees, jobs and niches that have taken him around the world as a public speaker. He talks about how he got started public speaking at national and international conferences as a physical therapist, and how you get paid to travel the world as a speaker. Also, we talk about how to handle tough conversations in life and when he was the Department Chair of the DPT program at the University ...

May 22, 20191 hr 3 minEp. 40

Ep. 39- First Year Reflection (w/Gabby Mace)

In this episode, Sarah interviews Gabby about her first year of physical therapy school. Gabby reflects back on her journey to PT school, her expectations of PT school, the realities of how things actually went, dealing with Imposter Syndrome, tips for SPTs, and more! GRADitude Scholarship Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/graditude-podcast-student-scholarship Get 20% your order at physiomemes.com with the code GRADITUDE20

May 15, 201941 minEp. 39

Ep. 38- The Enchantment Method: revolutionizing the way clinicians buy/sell hearts (w/Chanelle Yoder)

In this episode, we chat with Chanelle Yoder about her 10 year long journey to get her DPT, working full time as PTA commuting from Indiana to Florida every other week for four years! After finally attaining her dream, she built up her own successful brick and mortar physical therapy practice, but didn't feel fulfilled in it. That's what inspired her to start the Enchantment Method for health professionals, a storytelling academy that is revolutionizing the way clinicians buy/sell hearts. We als...

May 08, 201951 minEp. 38

Ep. 37- How to Make Money While Bored in Class: Healthy Funnel (w/Will Boyd and Alex Engar)

In this episode, we chat with Alex Engar and Will Boyd about their healthcare digital marketing business they started together during PT school. They talk about creating their own non-clinical paths, the power of networking through social media, making friendships online, and a lot of great advice for current PT students on exploring the thousands of potential paths for PT. Healthy Funnel Website--> https://www.healthyfunnelhq.com/ Join their Healthcare Digital Marketing FB group here--> h...

May 01, 201945 minEp. 37

Ep. 36- Serving the Community through a Pro Bono Clinic (w/Dr. Alicia Emerson)

In this episode we chat with Dr. Alicia Emerson, a professor at High Point University, about how she's developed the full time Pro Bono Clinic at HPU to be so holistic, having a food pantry and giving garden, along with being so culturally inclusive with Spanish students volunteering to be translators for patients to really fill a health desert. We talk about how to get involved in your own Pro Bono Clinics, advice for SPTs, and more! Email: aemerson1@highpoint.edu GRADitude Scholarship Fund: ht...

Apr 24, 201937 minEp. 36

Ep. 35- Becoming a Mobile PT (w/David Bayliff)

In this episode we chat with David Bayliff, about his long journey to becoming a mobile physical therapist. His resilience through several years of rejections from PT schools, starting his own practice, finding a mentor, starting his own online courses, podcast and events to help other mobile PTs around the country step up their game. David has incredible advice for SPTs, and whether you want to start your own practice, become a mobile PT, or not-- you will get a lot out of this episode, because...

Apr 17, 201954 minEp. 35

Ep. 34- My Progression through Teaching Fitness: from High School to DPT School (w/Holly Cleckler)

In this episode we chat with Holly Cleckler, who is a third year SPT at the University of Miami in Florida. Holly's passion for fitness is apparent since high school since she became a spinning instructor, then CPT, then got her CSCS right after undergrad at the University of Michigan. We talk about her journey to PT school, how her exercise background has helped her throughout PT school, advice for PT students, and more! IG: @holl_michelle_spt GRADitude Scholarship Fund: https://www.gofundme.co...

Apr 10, 201926 minEp. 34

Ep. 33- Advice from a CI (w/Andrew Tyler Kneeburg)

In this episode, we chat with Andrew Tyler Kneeburg, who is a fantastic clinical instructor, about all things clinical. His journey to becoming a clinical instructor, what makes a good CI, how to handle awkward situations with your CI, advice for PT students about loans, clinicals and more! Check out his podcast here--> http://freshpt.libsyn.com/ IG: @freshphysiodoc Email: akneeburg@gmail.com GRADitude Scholarship Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/graditude-podcast-student-scholarship...

Apr 03, 201937 minEp. 33

Ep. 32- My Break from PT School and Love for Neuro (w/Chloe Moreno)

In this episode, we chat with Chloe Moreno, fellow SPT in her third year who took a break from PT school halfway through her first year. We talk about her coping mechanisms for anxiety, her love for neuro, tips for pursuing a neuro residency, advice for PT students, and more! IG: @ptwithchloe GRADitude Scholarship Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/graditude-podcast-student-scholarship

Mar 27, 201938 minEp. 32

Ep. 31- From SPT in MI to DPT in HI (w/Adam Mondak)

In this episode we talk with Adam Mondak, DPT, who graduated from Andrews University in Michigan. Within a time span of about two months, he received his DPT, got married, and moved to Hawaii. Adam talks about his journey to Hawaii, his clinical experiences, what led him to HI, tips for SPTs, and more! IG: @amondak_dpt GRADitude Scholarship Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/graditude-podcast-student-scholarship...

Mar 20, 201935 min

Ep. 30- Making a Difference through Dance (w/Courtney Livingston)

In this episode we chat with Courtney Livingston, DPT, who is a passionate dancer making a difference in the opioid crisis. She went all in on physical therapy during her junior year of undergrad, changed her trajectory without the support of her advisors, and she recently graduated from MGH Institute of Health Professions with her DPT. We also talk about her experience abroad in Costa Rica in a variety of physical therapy settings and learning some medical Spanish, and advice Courtney has for P...

Mar 13, 201941 minEp. 30

Ep. 29-The PT Entrepreneur w/Danny Matta

In this episode we chat with Danny Matta, who is a cash based PT and host of The PT Entrepreneur Podcast. We explore how he got started as a cash based PT, the journey of entrepreneurship, health insurance, tips for PT students, and more! http://drdannymatta.com/ GRADitude Scholarship Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/graditude-podcast-student-scholarship

Mar 06, 201935 minSeason 1Ep. 29

Ep. 28-Lift for Change (w/Justin Lee)

In this episode, we interviewed a fellow SPT, the founder of Lift for Change, Justin, who is in his third year at Azuza Pacific University. We talk about Justin's windy road to PT school, having a side hustle in PT school, the origins and future of LFC, and more. Youtube--> https://www.youtube.com/user/liftforchange IG: www.instagram.com/liftforchange FB: www.facebook.com/liftforchange1 GRADitude Scholarship Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/graditude-podcast-student-scholarship...

Feb 27, 201933 min

Ep. 27- PhysioTutors (w/co-founders Andreas and Kai)

In this episode we chat with the co-founders of Physio Tutors, Andreas Heck and Kai Sigel, about how and why they started Physio Tutors during PT school, their experiences in PT school in Amsterdam, tips for current SPTs, and more! Check out their website here--> https://www.physiotutors.com/ All social media handles @physiotutors GRADitude Scholarship Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/graditude-podcast-student-scholarship...

Feb 20, 201944 minSeason 1Ep. 27

Ep. 26- A Long Lasting, Long Distance Relationship (w/Melba Madamba)

In this episode, we have a fellow SPT, Melba Madamba, talk about her experience being in a long distance relationship with someone in a residency while she's in PT school. We go into how they have made things work, and advice for SPTs on being in a relationship during PT school. Also, she talks about ThePhysioDuo briefly, who have a couples in health care page with tips for those doing long distance, and want to connect with others in health care. So check it out here--> https://www.facebook....

Feb 13, 201940 min

Ep. 25- RD and DPT (w/Austin Win)

In this episode, we chat with Austin Win about his journey of registered dietician to physical therapist, tips physical therapists can give patients regarding food choices, and advice for PT students. Facebook: Austin Win RD, Food and Physical Therapy group Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/registereddietitianapproved/ GRADitude Scholarship Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/graditude-podcast-student-scholarship...

Feb 06, 201934 min

Ep. 24- CSM 2019 Overview

Gabby and Sarah met up for the first time in real life at CSM in Washington D.C! In this episode we talk about our incredible experience at the Combined Sections Meeting. GRADitude Scholarship Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/graditude-podcast-student-scholarship

Jan 30, 201942 minSeason 1Ep. 24

Ep. 23- Restarting PT School (w/David Laber)

David Laber, a current DPT, tells his story of perseverance in the face of restarting PT school. We talk about options for PT students who are really struggling in the first couple semester with grades, something in their personal life, with health, or whatever is going on. To everyone who is out there struggling, know that there is hope, and you are not alone. GRADitude Scholarship Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/graditude-podcast-student-scholarship...

Jan 23, 201927 min

Ep. 21- Femaleprenuer: Business Coaching in the Medical Field (w/Kaylee&Angel)

In this episode, we chat with Kaylee Garrett Simmerman and Angel Napolitano about empowering female entrepreneurs, perspective shift, and finding your why as a PT student. Check out the Femalepreneurs Society: Business Coaching for Women here--> https://www.facebook.com/groups/femalepreneursociety/ GRADitude Scholarship Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/graditude-podcast-student-scholarship...

Jan 17, 201947 min

Ep. 20- Health and Wellness Coaching as a PT student (w/Tristan Ezeoke)

In this episode we chat with Tristan Ezeoke, a first year PT student, at Texas Womens University. Tristan's passion is being a health and wellness coach for so many people and inspiring his clients through holistic health. We talk about mental health, scheduling your day out, and how important it is to take time for yourself as a PT student. FB: https://www.facebook.com/tristan.ezeoke IG: https://www.instagram.com/tristanezeoke/ GRADitude Scholarship Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/graditude-podc...

Jan 13, 201938 min

Ep. 19-Fairy Tale Physical Therapy:Bringing Joy to Children in Hospitals (w/co-founder Jenna Kantor)

In this episode we chat with a co-founder of Fairy Tale Physical Therapy (FTPT), Jenna Kantor, about her story into PT school, what inspired her to start FTPT, how she continues to be involved in the performing arts today, and advice for PT students. Check out FTPT website here--> http://fairytalephysicalt.wixsite.com/fairytale FB: https://www.facebook.com/fairytalephysicaltherapy/ Cell: 917-749-8744 JennaFKantor@yahoo.com GRADitude Scholarship Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/graditude-podcast...

Jan 09, 201935 minSeason 1Ep. 19

Ep. 18- The Barbell Physio: Analyzing and Coaching Human Movement (w/Zach Long)

In this episode, Zach talks about analyzing and coaching human movement, how cross fit has impacted his career as a physical therapist, the CSCS vs SCS exam, and more. Check out his website here--> https://thebarbellphysio.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/thebarbellphysio IG: https://www.instagram.com/thebarbellphysio/ GRADitude Scholarship Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/graditude-podcast-student-scholarship...

Jan 06, 201941 min

Ep. 17- 2019 New Year Resolutions and Reflections

In this episode, Gabby and Sarah talk about their journeys through 2018, lessons learned, personal goals and podcast goals for 2019! FB: https://www.facebook.com/GRADitudePodcast/?modal=admin_todo_tour IG: https://www.instagram.com/graditude_the_podcast_/?hl=en Twitter: graditude_s GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/graditude-podcast-student-scholarship

Jan 02, 201943 min
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