Pt Pintcast

Why are some physical therapy clinics thriving while others struggle to stay full? Dr. Jared Cooper doesn’t just run a successful private-pay clinic — he teaches PTs how to break free from insurance dependency, master pricing psychology, and use content to drive patient commitment before they ever walk through the door.We cover:How to design a clinic that works for YOUPricing strategies that beat the copay gameWhy most clinic owners get stuck trying to scaleCreating content that actually builds trust & conversionsWhat PTs can learn from Disney, Facebook, and mailboxesThis one is brutally honest, practical, and made to help clinic owners stop winging it and start scaling with intention.

Owen Campbell left the corporate world to build his PT practice from the trunk of his car. Now he’s helping other clinicians turn business dreams into real growth.In this episode, we unpack:Why PTs actually make great business owners (but were never taught how)Why most burnout has nothing to do with patient loadHow to build a business mindset (without an MBA)What makes growth possible — and worth itGuest: Owen CampbellCo-founder of Physio Growth@thephysiogrowthguys | https://www.physio-growth.comResources Mentioned:Crucial Conversations (Book)Alex Hormozi (Follow)Sponsored By:Brooks IHL – Ready to level up clinically? World-class residencies and mentorship at https://www.brooksihl.orgEmpower EMR – Built by PTs, for PTs. Clean workflows, better notes, faster documentation at https://www.empoweremr.comU.S. Physical Therapy (USPh) – Grow your clinic or career without giving up your identity: https://usph.com

Jimmy & Tony go off-script on this special snow day edition of the PT Breakfast Club. From Graham Sessions insights to content strategy and the realities of PT business in 2026, this one's a must-listen.Topics Covered:Primary care PT definitionsBranding breakdowns in physical therapyReflections on Graham SessionsHow Jimmy is creating 365 podcast episodes in 365 daysSocial media frequency vs reach (Meta data deep dive)Why PTs need to take action, not just talkThe “You’re the Boat” philosophy and its practical implications

In this powerful Graham Sessions sit-down, first-time attendee Alex Bendersky, PT, MBA, gets real about risk, readiness, and the trillion-dollar opportunity in MSK care. From surviving the Medicare cap crash of 2002 to forecasting the next existential threats to PT, Alex challenges the profession to evolve beyond survival.We dig into:What resilience actually looks like for private practiceWhy waiting for change is a losing strategyHow to capture untouched markets in MSKWhat you’re doing wrong with risk-based careThe trillion-dollar pie that’s still on the table????Live from APTA Private Practice Graham Sessions

Eric Robertson is back, live from Graham Sessions, and he’s not pulling punches. In this bold and brutally honest conversation, Eric challenges the PT residency model, calls out systemic disconnects in education, and shares a roadmap for fixing it all — with brains, leverage, and a little bit of woo.???? Want to build better clinicians after graduation????? Ready to leverage collective power like dentists and IPAs????? Wondering why education and business still operate in silos?This episode is loaded with smart ideas and spicy solutions for the future of the profession.???? TIMESTAMPS & CHAPTERS00:00 – Intro: Jimmy + Eric back on the mic01:00 – What Graham Sessions gets right about idea sharing02:30 – Collective bargaining, leverage & mega-groups in PT04:40 – Lessons from dentistry and managed care06:10 – Why autonomy isn’t the same as isolation08:00 – Education & business are not separate universes09:30 – The big disconnect between DPT programs and real-world readiness12:00 – Can PT education lea

Lisa VanHoose & Rebekah Griffith on Why PTs Must Lead, Not WaitLive from Graham Sessions, Jimmy sits down with two of the boldest voices in PT:Dr. Lisa VanHoose, PT, PhD, MPH, Professor & Program Director at the University of Louisiana MonroeDr. Rebekah Griffith, The ED DPT, expert in Emergency Department Physical TherapyTopics covered:Why the PT profession is stuck in a burning buildingSubpar care, imposter syndrome, and employee mindsetsPrimary care PT and the problem with 83-word definitionsWhy marketing isn’t enough—you have to BE the changeSpicy Graham Sessions takes about DEI, generational gaps, and leveling up

Live from APTA HQ at Graham Sessions, Jimmy sits down with David Harris, CEO of PRO~PT Physical Therapy. With over two decades in the profession and leadership roles at Ivy, Spear, and now PRO~PT, David brings deep insight into how physical therapy needs to evolve.They cover:What’s getting in our own way as a professionHow to actually message MSK and primary care to the publicBringing AI and scribe tools into a 120-clinician organizationWins over the last 15 years (Direct Access, DPT, policy wins)Leadership tips for clinic owners and execs

Jimmy chats with Patrick Graham — one of the three co-founders and namesake of the Graham Sessions — about the evolution of the event, the ideas that have shaped physical therapy, and what the future holds as the 20th anniversary approaches.From confidentiality to boldness, Patrick unpacks what makes the Graham Sessions unlike any other gathering in healthcare.KEY DISCUSSIONS INCLUDE:The purpose and rules of the Graham SessionsWhy some ideas last and others fadeWhat PTs can learn from dentistryHow education and tech are reshaping the professionThe importance of asking the right questionQUOTABLE:“Ask the question. That's where every big idea starts.”

Philip Goldsmith, PT, MSPT, EMT, DScPT, is the President of APTA Home Health and a clinical expert in home health care. He joins Jimmy LIVE from APTA Private Practice’s Graham Sessions for a candid conversation on:Why physical therapists aren’t practicing at the top of their licenseHow home health is leading innovation in PTThe psychology of “permission-seeking” in our professionA revolutionary CEU opportunity — on a cruise shipWhat Graham Sessions is (and isn’t) talking about yetThe legacy PTs can leave when they own their full scope???? Learn more about “ACHH at Sea” → https://aptahomehealth.org

Two clinicians from different worlds, one vision for the future of rehab. At Graham Sessions, Jimmy sits down with Ali Hartman, DPT and CrossFit enthusiast, and Bethany Ayer, OT and AI strategist, for a wide-ranging conversation about burnout, purpose, and rebuilding the systems we work in.TAKEAWAYS INCLUDE:Why prevention and performance still don’t get the spotlight in PTWhat AI is actually doing in healthcare (not the hype)“Conversion factor” of effort vs reward in today’s clinicWhy doing well and doing good shouldn’t be either/orBorrowing solutions from other professions (yes, even engineers!)???? Featured Guests:???? Ali Hartman, DPTFocus: Prevention, industrial wellness, CrossFit, performance???? Bethany Ayer, OTR/L, MBAClinical Sales LeadBackground in EMR strategy, AI, OT clinical practice

Josh Funk, PT from Rehab 2 Perform, joins Jimmy live from Graham Sessions to talk about:How communication drives clinical and business successWhen to delegate your brand messagingWhy PTs need to master CAC, ROAS, and internal vs. external languageHow clarity can fuel growth — and bigger paychecksYou’ll learn what Rehab 2 Perform did at 4 clinics that set them up to scale — and what most practices overlook when it comes to marketing.GUEST LINKSWebsite: https://rehab2perform.com

In this live episode from APTA’s Graham Sessions, Jimmy sits down with Steven Coen — CEO of SaRA Health — to talk about the untapped power of Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM). Steven explains how most clinics are already doing 90% of the work — but not getting paid for it. Learn why naming your RTM program matters, how text messages can save lives, and what the new CMS Access program means for the future of value-based rehab.What You’ll Learn:What RTM really is (and isn’t)How to increase plan of care completionWhy branding your patient communication program mattersWhere CMS is heading with value-based PT paymentHow one simple text saved a patient’s life post-opGuest:???? Steven Coen, CEO of SaRA Health???? www.sarahealth.com???? steven@sarahealth.com

Jason takes us hole-by-hole through life as a PT on the PGA Tour. From Augusta’s Amen Corner to the Olympic Games, he shares the day-to-day demands, the team behind the players, and how data, recovery, and PT have fused into elite golf performance.Topics Covered:How Jason landed his first gig in pro golfManaging recovery for 100,000+ swings/yearWhat separates a good PT from a tour-level PTBalancing ambition with patience in a sports careerThe role of wearable tech (Whoop) and HRVGolfers + AI + Performance stats = The futureResources Mentioned:Profiles in Audacity (book)Huberman Lab PodcastLex Fridman PodcastJoe Rogan / Theo Von for downtimeShirley Sahrmann’s Movement SystemsShoutouts:PT Team: Corey Hugg, Digby Watt, Chris O'Neill, Jason Waddles, Johnny Eichner, Kyle Yamashiro, Frank WangPGA, Korn Ferry, Champions Tours coverage team???? HERO Clip Moment (for Reels, Shorts, TikTok, etc.)???? Topic: The Real Reason Recovery Matters More Than Ever on Tour???? Ideal Soundbite Setup:“So we started looking at thing

In this special episode recorded live at Graham Sessions, Jimmy talks with clinic owner Mike Reing and Marymount University DPT Dean Skye Donovan about what’s broken in the profession — and what it’ll take to fix it.You’ll hear:Why clinic owners are frustrated with declining reimbursementHow to actually hire and retain new gradsThe divide (and opportunity) between academics and businessWhat PT education needs to teach that it currently doesn’tWhy optimism still matters — and how to find itWhether you’re a student, academic, or clinic owner, this conversation hits on the real tension — and the real possibilities — in PT today.???? Resources & LinksMarymount DPT Program: https://marymount.eduUSPH Careers: https://usphcareers.comBrooks IHL: https://brooksihl.orgEmpower EMR: https://www.empoweremr.com????️ Sponsors:Pre-Roll: Empower EMR → “Upgrade your clinic’s brain with EMPOWER EMR. Better notes, smoother workflows, and support that doesn’t ghost you.” → https://www.empoweremr.comMid-Roll: U.S. Physical The

Clinical skills can take years to sharpen. But without trust, connection, and communication, you might never get the chance to use them.In this episode, Matt Glassoff throws a curveball at traditional PT training with a powerful take: if you can’t connect with people, your skills don’t matter. He breaks down what real patient rapport looks like, how to lead with empathy, and why this message is more important now than ever.???? Topics Covered:Why patients care more about you than your techniquesHow to build trust quickly and authenticallyMistakes Matt made early on — and what he learnedActionable ways to develop human connection in healthcare

Lauren Young has a message for every PT who feels stuck in a broken model: stop asking permission and start building your exit.In this episode, Jimmy talks with neuro powerhouse Lauren Young about the real reasons PTs are burned out, how to take your first steps toward business ownership, and why it’s time to stop being a “bleeding heart” and start building margin so you can stay in the game.✅ We talk:Neuro PT in the cash-pay worldWhy Lauren said “no” to higher-paying offersCharging for real value, not CEUsThe one step to take if you feel stuckPlaying “Clinical Rebel or Business Boss”Links:Follow Lauren: @neuroeliteptSponsor: EmpowerEMR.comJoin the community: ptpintcast.comParting Shot:“Be the PT you’d want treating your parents — clinically and financially.”

Dr. Marla Ranieri, PT, DPT — healthcare innovator, tech leader, and physical therapist reimagining the professionSome PT advice has expired — and Marla Ranieri is here to delete it.In this rapid-fire, forward-looking finale to PT Pintcast LIVE @ APTA NJ, Marla lays out how AI and tech are transforming physical therapy, what students must stop believing, and the exact question they should ask before joining any clinic. She also shares a personal story about her family\'s 20+ surgeries — and how it shaped her mission.???? Topics Covered:What PT students need to unlearn in 2026How tech and AI are creating better patient careRed flags in job interviews for new gradsThe biggest clinic lies hiding behind “innovation”Her personal why — and what it’s taught her???? Sponsored by:US Physical Therapy — Leadership, mentorship, and careers designed for clinicians. https://usph.comResume Buzzword Generator Pro™ — Fake sponsor. Real synergy.

“If you’re not making decisions about tech in your clinic… someone else is.”Sharif Zeid returns to the Pintcast to talk about the AI wave, automation, and why PT clinics need more leadership — not more software. This episode peels back the hype and hits the reality: you either adapt, or you get buried in admin, inefficiency, and turnover.Topics include:Why AI ≠ robots taking your jobHow smart automation actually looks in practiceThe mindset shift needed for modern clinic leadersWhy “doing nothing” is the most expensive optionTech, culture, and the systems that scale???? Guest & Tools:Sharif Zeid → EmpowerEMR.com????️ Sponsor Mentions:PRE-ROLL: Empower EMRBig thanks to Empower EMR. If your clinic is stuck in an EMR that slows you down, Empower gives you speed, clean workflows, and features PTs actually asked for. Better notes, faster documentation, smoother operations — all wrapped in customer support that doesn’t ghost you. → empoweremr.comMID-ROLL: Brooks IHLShoutout to Brooks IHL. If you’re thinking res

Neuro PT still intimidates too many students — and Brooke Pantano is done with that. She’s on a mission to demystify neuro, advocate for better education, and lift the standards (literally and figuratively) for what PTs can do.In this live episode from APTA NJ’s Student Conclave, she shares how residency challenged everything she learned in school, what neuro really looks like in the clinic, and how strength training has made her a better clinician.Topics Covered:Why neuro needs more early-career PTsWhat surprised her most during residencyWhat students get wrong about dizziness, concussions, and spinal cord injuryHow to balance advocacy, education, and still lift heavy thingsHer personal message to every student nervous about neuroSponsored by:US Physical Therapy — Build your career with mentorship, leadership tracks, and support that puts PTs first. https://usph.comTENS Unit Therapy School™ — Fake sponsor, very real electrical currents

Sharif Zeid joins Jimmy to unpack the true root causes of clinic burnout, wasted revenue, and team frustration. Spoiler: it’s not your EMR, and it’s not “kids these days.” It’s the manual, outdated, or bloated processes you're too busy to see.Learn:How tracking too many metrics slows your teamWhere most clinics lose time (and don’t know it)What automation actually changes firstWhy your team’s happiness is your best KPIHow to spot "noise" and double down on "signal"???? Resources:Sharif Zeid → EmpowerEMR.comFollow PT Pintcast on all platforms: YouTube, Apple, Spotify & more????️ Sponsor Mentions:PRE-ROLL: Brooks IHLWorld-class residencies, fellowships, and CE designed to turn good clinicians into great ones. Their mentors walk the walk. Check out Brooks IHL and see how far you can go → brooksihl.orgMID-ROLL: Empower EMRBig thanks to Empower EMR. If your clinic is stuck in an EMR that slows you down, Empower gives you speed, clean workflows, and features PTs actually asked for. Better notes, faster documen