Are you ready to embrace cutting-edge automated systems that can transform efficiency of your physical therapy practice, enabling you to focus and sustain on patient care and less on the unending administrative task? This week's The Dave Kittle Show episode, Dave Kittle will be joined by Chad Kuntz, a professional who specializes in setting up and optimizing business systems for physical therapy practices using the Go High Level platform. Chad's expertise extends to integrating technology into p...
May 10, 2024•37 min•Ep. 216
Getting into on-site corporation can bring benefits in physical therapy, but how can this program enhance employee retention and boost workplace productivity? What are the main benefits of on-site corporate wellness programs? How do these programs impact employee retention? This week's The Dave Kittle Show episode, Dave Kittle will be joined by Dr. Ahmed Nady. He is the leading onsite Physical Therapist and Ergonomics consultant at top NYC corporations. He is also the founder of Peak Dynamics Ph...
May 08, 2024•22 min•Ep. 215
As physical therapists, we are dedicated to relieving pain and restoring mobility for our patients. In the competitive healthcare industry, how can we strategically innovate to stay ahead? What are some potential "innovative treatments" that effectively combine ethical patient care with strategic business considerations in the healthcare industry? This week's The Dave Kittle Show episode, Dave Kittle will be joined by Dr. Ahmed Nady. He is the leading onsite Physical Therapist and Ergonomics con...
May 03, 2024•18 min•Ep. 214
As a practice-owner, are you ready to have better financial management and to discover tools that can help navigate the complexities of accounting in the healthcare industry? This week's The Dave Kittle Show episode, Dave Kittle will be joined by Keith Campagna, a Chief Revenue Officer of Accounted4 LLC. Together, they deep dive into the critical challenges and innovative solutions in financial management for private practice owners, especially in healthcare sectors like physical therapy. We wil...
May 01, 2024•29 min•Ep. 213
How have you personally navigated challenges during your hospital stays? How do you balance understanding the pressures on healthcare workers while ensuring you receive the care you need? Join us for another enticing and educational special crossover session, "The Breakfast Club," originally recorded on PT Pintcast. I'm your host, Dave Kittle, alongside Tony Maritato, a seasoned physical therapist, and private practice owner. Tune in to PT Pintcast on YouTube for Physical Therapy Conversations c...
Apr 27, 2024•55 min•Ep. 212
In the midst of technology and innovation in physical therapy, how will private practice owners maintain their practices profitability, trust, and credibility with the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in documentation and compliance processes? Join us for another enticing and educational special crossover session, "The Breakfast Club," originally recorded on PT Pintcast. I'm your host, Dave Kittle, alongside Tony Maritato, a seasoned physical therapist, private practice owner, and onl...
Apr 24, 2024•59 min•Ep. 211
With advancements and improved accuracy in healthcare technology, how can you enhance your clients' experience without replacing essential physical therapy skills? How can you leverage these innovations to improve patient care and build trust in your practice? This week's The Dave Kittle Show episode, Dave Kittle will be joined by Ryan Martin, physical therapist, and board-certified musculoskeletal sonographer. He is the co-director of education for AMSKU (the advanced musculoskeletal ultrasound...
Apr 19, 2024•55 min•Ep. 210
With the challenges faced by the therapy practice in reimbursement models, how will you as a practice owner, adapt to these changes and maintain profitability in evolving healthcare? This week's The Dave Kittle Show episode, Dave Kittle will be joined by Ben Galin PT and the owner of Evolution Rehab Group. We will touch on such topics as: The concept of value-based care, and the challenges it may bring to the therapy practice. The dynamics of joining an Accountable Care Organization (ACO) and ne...
Apr 17, 2024•52 min•Ep. 209
Are you ready to uncover the strategic and operational insights that can help you as physical therapy practice owners thrive in a competitive healthcare environment? This week's The Dave Kittle Show episode, Dave Kittle will be joined by Steven Allred. Steven Steve helps practice owners unlock the performance of their teams and the growth and profitability of their practice. If you’ve already surpassed the $1 million mark and aspire to grow your practice further, aiming for the $3-5 million rang...
Apr 12, 2024•28 min•Ep. 208
The issue of 'compensation' is a constant subject of debate within the physical therapy community. What if the future quality of physical therapy could hinge on whether we choose to pay Clinical Instructors today? How would that impact our healthcare system? Join us for another enticing and educational special crossover session, "The Breakfast Club," originally recorded on PT Pintcast. I'm your host, Dave Kittle, alongside Jimmy McKay, Director of Communications at Mount Sinai Hospital, and our ...
Apr 10, 2024•58 min•Ep. 207
As a practice-owner, how will you build, run, and eventually sell your practice, all while striving to maintain the essence of patient care? How will you stay true to your mission and mission, and keep it real, no matter how your practice grows in the future? This week's The Dave Kittle Show episode, I will be joined by a special guest, Dr. Ben Gelfand, is a physical therapist with over 33 years of experience, specializing in orthopedics and sports medicine. He is the founder of STAR Physical Th...
Apr 05, 2024•45 min•Ep. 206
Are you ready to integrate technology to evolve your patient-care in reshaping the future of your physical practice? Join us for another crossover podcast episode that originally aired on PT Pintcast. I'm your host, Dave Kittle, alongside Jimmy McKay, Director of Communications at Mount Sinai Hospital, and our amazing guest and friend. Tune in to PT Pintcast on YouTube for Physical Therapy Conversations connecting busy PTs to their profession here. We will touch on such topics as: Evolution of T...
Apr 03, 2024•48 min•Ep. 205
As a physical therapy business owner, how can you explore the intricacies of risk and compliance in outpatient therapy settings? How can a proactive, informed approach turn these challenges into strengths for your practice? This week's The Dave Kittle Show episode, Dave Kittle will be joined by Daniel Hirsch, a CEO at Risk & Compliance Analytics LLC. Daniel Hirsch, has over 15 years of risk management experience and is a licensed Physical Therapist in Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and M...
Mar 29, 2024•31 min•Ep. 204
As a healthcare business provider, how do you use emotions to forge deeper connections with your audience, ultimately enhancing brand loyalty and driving sustainable growth? Join us for another podcast episode, "The Breakfast Club," originally aired on PT Pintcast. I'm your host, Dave Kittle, alongside Jimmy McKay, Director of Communications at Mount Sinai Hospital, and our amazing guest and friend, Tony Maritato, a seasoned physical therapist, private practice owner, and online business entrepr...
Mar 27, 2024•53 min•Ep. 203
Social Media is one of the most powerful tools. How do you use this tool to influence your business decision in healthcare positively? Join us for another crossover podcast episode, "The Breakfast Club," originally aired on PT Pintcast. I'm your host, Dave Kittle, alongside Jimmy McKay, Director of Communications at Mount Sinai Hospital, and our amazing guest and friend, Tony Maritato, a seasoned physical therapist, private practice owner, and online business entrepreneur. Tune in to PT Pintcast...
Mar 22, 2024•49 min•Ep. 202
Owning and buying a healthcare practice is just the beginning in the business. How can you scale and be successful in business acquisition? How will you effectively manage and grow the business thereafter? This week's The Dave Kittle Show episode, I will be joined by a special guest, Leo Landaverde, CEO and founder of Greenland, a comprehensive advisory and licensed business brokerage firm. With a growing YouTube presence nearing 10,000 subscribers, Leo shares his insights on acquiring businesse...
Mar 20, 2024•27 min•Ep. 201
Are you a healthcare business or physical therapy practice owner looking to maximize your purchase price and build generational wealth? Did you know video contents can revolutionize your practice, attract new patients, and engage your audience? Join me, Dave Kittle, in this week's podcast episode as I share my professional insights from mergers and acquisitions specialists to help healthcare business and physical therapy practice owners maximize their purchase price and build wealth. I discuss t...
Mar 15, 2024•22 min•Ep. 200
If you want to build a physical therapy business that lasts, what is the skill you need to pay attention to? In business, it's not just about what you know – it's about mastering the one skill that can take you to the top. This week's The Dave Kittle Show episode, I will be joined by a special guest, Joey Allbritton from Rehab CEOs. Joey Allbritton, from Dallas, Texas, started his career journey at Texas A&M University, studying Biomedical Sciences with an initial interest in dentistry. Afte...
Mar 13, 2024•59 min•Ep. 199
As a practice owner, how do you handle the challenges in recruiting and retaining physical therapists? How do you adapt, innovate, and bring clarity in recruiting the next generation of therapists? This week's The Dave Kittle Show episode, I will be joined by a special guest, Dr. Ben Fung, a physical therapist with an engineering past and his journey through an injury that led him to the PT field. His roles as co-owner of ReCharge and co-founder of UpDoc Media, focusing on empowering clinicians ...
Mar 08, 2024•39 min•Ep. 198
How can Wendy's change their prices in new ways but still make their customers happy? And, how can hospitals and doctors learn from how places like Wendy's handle changing their prices? Join us for another special crossover episode, "The Breakfast Club," originally recorded on PT Pintcast. I'm your host, Dave Kittle, alongside Jimmy McKay, Director of Communications at Mount Sinai Hospital, and our amazing guest and friend, Tony Maritato, a seasoned physical therapist, private practice owner, an...
Mar 06, 2024•53 min•Ep. 197
Your business success lies in recruiting the ‘right’ therapist for your business, but what marketing & communication strategy can you use to find the ‘perfect’ therapist? How can we leverage this strategy not only to draw in top talent but also to attract and retain patients to your practice? Join me, Dave Kittle, in this week’s podcast episode alongside Jimmy McKay, the Director of Communications at Mount Sinai Hospital's Division of Rehabilitation and Human Performance and the Abilities Re...
Mar 01, 2024•41 min•Ep. 196
As a physical therapist, is it ethical to charge high treatment costs to patients, especially in the absence of insurance coverage? Join me, Dave Kittle, in this week's podcast episode as I explore the Spiro Clinic in Fayetteville, Arkansas, and talk about how this unique facility stands out for its innovative and unconventional methods in treating chronic pain and conditions that have often left both patients and traditional medical practitioners at a loss; and how the Spiro Clinic is trying to...
Feb 28, 2024•17 min•Ep. 195
Are you ready to redefine your traditional physical therapy clinic model to a mobile practice with a unique outpatient clinic? How has this approach impacted the quality of care and patient satisfaction compared to the conventional high-volume clinic settings? This week's The Dave Kittle Show episode, I will be joined by a special guest, Michael Gorman, a well-known figure in the physical therapy world and a returning guest, for an insightful discussion on the evolution of outpatient physical th...
Feb 23, 2024•18 min•Ep. 194
Is making $397/hour as a healthcare provider possible? How can you use your skills to offer helpful services that improve your patients' lives and boost your own earnings per hour? Join me, Dave Kittle, in this week’s podcast episode as I talk about a case study of a local service provider making $397 per hour through innovative marketing techniques. I also talk about how healthcare professionals, especially those in physical therapy, can leverage their expertise to create valuable services that...
Feb 21, 2024•12 min•Ep. 193
As a physical therapist is it possible to earn and make $100,000 per year? How can knowing your worth and understanding the financial success of a therapy business can help you? Could smart planning and effective communication about finances be the key to achieving your salary goals? Join me, Dave Kittle, in this week's podcast episode as I discuss how physical therapists can make $100,000 a year, regardless of their experience level or location. I discuss strategies for the therapists to achiev...
Feb 16, 2024•14 min•Ep. 192
As a practice-owner “no-show” patients are inevitable, how do you juggle those last-minute cancellations and reschedules? How do you shift your focus from who's not coming to who can make a difference and help your practice thrive from the start? Join me, Dave Kittle, in this week’s podcast episode on why some businesses charge you if you cancel late and how this can make or break their physical therapy practice with Jerry Durham. Jerry Durham is a nationally known speaker, author, and coach wit...
Feb 14, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 191
Have you ever wondered how a physical therapy practice goes from a small startup to a major player in the industry? Have you been wondering how a physical therapy practice managed to put together a team of over 80 people and is getting ready to open its 10th location? Are you curious about their marketing strategy that pulls in both patients and top professionals? This week's The Dave Kittle Show episode, I will be joined by a special guest, Josh Funk. A Montgomery County native and former Divis...
Feb 09, 2024•26 min•Ep. 190
Ever find yourself wondering how to break free from the endless sea of competitors, feeling like just another face in the crowd? How about learning the “secret” ingredient that every successful business or even celebrity uses? Join us for another special crossover session, "The Breakfast Club," originally recorded on PT Pintcast. I'm your host, Dave Kittle, alongside Jimmy McKay, Director of Communications at Mount Sinai Hospital, and our amazing guest and friend, Tony Maritato, a seasoned physi...
Feb 07, 2024•55 min•Ep. 189
Selling your practice is a crucial business decision that requires careful planning and understanding of your business's situation. But how do you determine if it's the right time to sell? What are the key considerations to ensure a smooth and successful process? Join me, Dave Kittle, in this week's podcast episode as we explore the optimal timing for selling your practice. Whether you're considering selling a portion of your business or exiting entirely, I'll guide you through this crucial deci...
Feb 02, 2024•8 min•Ep. 188
Have you ever wondered why some healthcare businesses are more successful in getting new patients than others? What if there is a little or no cost ‘special marketing strategy’ that uses gift cards to attract and retain clients? Join me, Dave Kittle, in this week's episode we will tackle how unused gift cards ‘breakage’ can benefit your physical therapy practice. I’ll also share a simple yet effective email template that can boost your patient acquisition and discuss a standout Black Friday gift...
Jan 31, 2024•27 min•Ep. 187