The Rethinking Rehab Podcast

In this episode, I sit down with Chelsea Ortega to discuss her role as the Director of Health and Performance for the LA Sparks and how she juggles professional demands with life as a mom. Chelsea shares insights on managing time, building systems for athlete care, and embracing the challenges of her dual roles. Her story offers practical advice and perspective for anyone balancing family and career.  Chelsea is a wealth of knowledge and experience and I couldn't be more excited to share this conversation with her.   Clinical Athlete FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/ngiHNLnhr1Lqv9LY/

In this episode of Rethinking Rehab, I sit down with Sean Harris, a physical therapist and entrepreneur, to talk about his journey from working in a hospital system to running a large gym, clinic, and private research lab in Houston. Sean shares how having a strong vision helped him make tough decisions and grow his business, even during challenging times. We dive into lessons he’s learned about leadership, building problem-solving teams, and balancing work with personal fulfillment.  Whether you’re into business, leadership, or just looking to grow as a clinician, there’s so much to take away from this conversation!     Clinical Athlete FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/ye527iLx1cxaQHDH/

In this episode, I chat with Maggie Bryant, whose journey I've personally been inspired by over the years.  I've always appreciated how honest she is in conversations about life as a PT in the NBA - the really cool parts, but also the hard and challenging parts that you don't see online.  She currently serves as the President of Performance, Health, and Wellness for the LA Clippers.  Maggie shares about her journey leading up to her current role and how her skillset has evolved as she's taken on more leadership and management responsibilities.   Clinical Athlete FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/kX2rFYBgAFWUSoE5/  

Hey friends! In this episode, I chat with a great human I met through a book club a few years back.  Dominick Walker is the Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for Mississippi State's Men's Basketball program.  Like most of us, he's been inudated with so many methods and thought processes, all which promise better results than the "other."  Ultimately he's found value in simplifying his approach by staying true to foundational principles.  Dominick shares about the importance of balancing an authoritative and supportive influence when training his guys.  Stay tuned to the very end for some incredible book recommendations!   Clinical Athlete Community FB group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/JoZxG5Z5bLC4MXpL/

Hey friends!  Super excited to share this conversation I had with Alex Hubelbank.  Alex wears multiple hats as a performance physical therapist, strength coach and athletic trainer. We dive into her role as an NBA Consultant, discussing the challenges of maintaining effective communication, adapting rehab techniques, and the role of manual therapy in high-stakes environments.  Lastly, we chat about the evolving nature of career goals and the ever so elusive idea of work-life balance. Enjoy   Clinical Athlete FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/4trL5WYUC4h5axGq/  

Hey friends!   Super pumped to share this conversation I had with Ramsey Nijem, the Director of Performance for the University of Kansas Men's Basketball team.  Ramsey shares why he decided to leave the NBA for an opportunity in Division 1 basketball.  We also delve into the complexities of injury prediction and the critical role of community support for strength coaches. Enjoy!   Clinical Athlete FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/bsPN9w8h1Z4JHqiu/

Hey friends! On this episode I sit down and chat with Dano Norceide, a Physical Therapist and Athletic Trainer with the Arizona Cardinals. During the first half of our conversation Dano shares the detailed version of his journey to the NFL, including the challenges he's faced.  The second half of our chat highlights how Dano's approach to athlete care has changed.  Dano emphasizes the importance of flexibility in treatment approaches and the value of soft skills, networking, and continuous learning in professional settings. The conversation highlights the nuanced nature of working with elite athletes and the evolving practices in sports rehabilitation. Enjoy!   Clinical Athlete FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/yLL9xpXUgPKY4SXW/

Hey friends! On this episode I catch up with my good friend and former coworker, Justin Tallard, who now works with the Philadelphia Phillies as a Minor League Rehab Coordinator.  We chat about the importance of his mentorship and networking early on in his career, as well as what he's learned during his transition from working in an outpatient sports clinic to professional baseball.     Clinical Athlete FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/DSgRBPKC2Btd4eMU/  

Hey friends! Welcome back to episode #50! WOW. I'm stoked to share this conversation I had with Lindsay Gately, a PT-AT with the Washington Commanders.  We chat about her journey into the NFL, wearing both PT and AT hats, working within multi-disciplinary high-performance sports medicine team, navigating the conversation around achilles tendon ruptures, and so much more. CALU FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/calucommunity/

Hey, friends! Olivia Abdoo and I chat about her career path leading up to her job with the UFC.  We talk about what she gained through her residency and fellowship experiences.  We also chat about some of her clinical challenges and a few strategies she uses with her fighters to maintain buy in.  Finally, Olivia shares how she's matured in her responses to other people relative to the beginning of her career. Enjoy!   CALU Community FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/calucommunity/