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Most physical therapists open a clinic to help more people — and end up buried in 60+ hour weeks, overwhelmed, and stuck in the treatment room. In this episode, business coach Steven Allred shares exactly how to make the shift from clinician to true CEO — without sacrificing your passion for care. We dig into: The biggest mindset shift PT owners need to scale Why your business isn’t stuck — you are What “working on the business” actually means How to lead a team and stop being the bottlenec...

Most PTs focus on protocols, techniques, and outcomes—but what if the biggest differentiator in clinical success is how you think about your thinking? In this episode, Kyle shares his journey from treating patients internationally to mentoring new grads and running multi-clinic practices. He unpacks how metacognition, communication, and leadership can transform both patient outcomes and professional growth.

As a physical therapist, your focus is helping patients — but what about protecting your business? In this episode, we sit down with Michael Uzar, founder of Rehab Risk Consulting, who helps rehab clinics reduce legal, financial, and reputational risk. Mike shares his unique journey from PTA to DPT to risk management pro, and reveals the most common mistakes clinics make that could lead to lawsuits, HIPAA violations, or costly data breaches. If you own or work in a PT clinic, this is essential ...

What happens when two rural physical therapists in Montana are forced to shut down their clinics during COVID? For Emily Herndon and Samantha Schmidt, it was the beginning of something much bigger—a journey into legislative advocacy that would change physical therapy in their state. In this episode, they share how a telehealth billing loophole, a lawyer husband, and sheer necessity propelled them into leadership roles within the APTA. From drafting legal opinions to fighting for Medicaid reimbu...

Guest: Josh (Operations Consultant & PT Process Strategist)

In this episode of PT Pintcast, we sit down with Griffin Shimkus, co-founder of RelayRTM, to explore the future of RTM (Remote Therapeutic Monitoring) and why your clinic should be paying attention now. Griffin shares how his background in home health led to creating a solution that helps clinics capture revenue they’re currently missing — without new apps, new tech, or upfront costs. We cover: What RTM is and why it matters How RelayRTM is different (SMS-based simplicity!) Medicare’s upcomi...

In this episode, we sit down with Christian, a top-tier healthcare recruiter and the mind behind one of the largest LinkedIn communities for rehab professionals (170K+ members). Christian pulls back the curtain on what really drives hiring success for physical therapy clinics — and what’s quietly sabotaging it. If you're a PT clinic owner, healthcare manager, or even an overwhelmed therapist stuck doing HR between patients, this episode will change the way you look at recruiting forever.

What does it really mean to be a leader in today’s complex healthcare world? In this conversation, Jimmy McKay sits down with two long-time friends and leadership pros — JJ and Lucas — to challenge outdated leadership myths and offer a roadmap for leading with empathy, clarity, and impact. Whether you're a clinic owner, healthcare manager, or a PT looking to step into more responsibility, this episode breaks down the shift from old-school top-down authority to human-centered leadership that act...

Episode Highlights:* Referral Logic & Golden Tickets: Drop referral pads, skip plans-of-care—what really adds value.* Client Intro Videos: Capture warm trust with short, unscripted therapist intros.* AI Personalization: Automate video personalization to scale.* Hyper‑Local Ads: Use geofencing and zip-code targeting like a Rockstar realtor.* Reactive Marketing: Learn from Oreo’s “Dunk in the Dark” and Wendy’s Twitter swagger.* Times Square Pop-up: We pitch the “Doctor Is In” live experiment—raw interviews, real people.Tools & Resources Mentioned:* Vistaprint (Golden Tickets)* AI video creation tools* Geofencing ad platforms* “Doctor Is In” pop-up blueprint (coming soon!)

Katie Sutton and Jimmy McKay dive into the major shakeups coming in rehab therapy: - The PT/PTA/OTA workforce shortage and why high schoolers are choosing other paths - The power of *unpacking* a career before diving in - 5–10% innovation boosts that actually stick—no panaceas - Why PTAs and digital tools are set to shoulder more care (and business!) load - The importance of leaning into *unsafe* zones first — “luck favors the bold” Tune in from DC as we head to the summit—expect insights,...

How do you build a thriving physical therapy business in the middle of Manhattan while surviving cancer—three times—and undergoing a lung transplant? You lean on grit, community, and the undeniable will to live, love, and lead. Meet Cynthia, a force of nature in the PT world and beyond. In this powerful conversation, Cynthia shares: Her experience as a three-time lymphoma survivor Starting her first PT clinic at age 29 with a platinum Amex and a dream How Team in Training and endurance sports ...

Guest: Dave Kittle, DPT

In this episode, Jimmy McKay sits down with podcasting legend Dave Jackson of School of Podcasting to answer a key question for healthcare providers and clinic owners: Is podcasting worth it if your show is small? Dave shares insights from nearly 20 years of podcasting experience, including: Why 50 downloads could outperform 5,000 YouTube views What makes a podcast “successful” beyond numbers The case for audio-first content and short-form video Real-world examples from niche creators (incl...

Heidi Jannenga returns to PT Pintcast to break down the 10th annual State of Rehab Therapy Report. This year’s conversation covers the bright spots—like salary growth and the increased adoption of hybrid care—and the hard truths about burnout, job-hopping, and the pressure on clinic margins. Heidi also shares how AI is already reshaping clinical workflows and why hybrid care will likely become the new standard. We also spotlight the work of the Rizing Tide Foundation, which is helping bring m...

In this value-packed episode, host Jimmy McKay sits down with Aaron LeBauer, a leading voice in the cash-based physical therapy world, to bust myths, challenge industry assumptions, and unpack what actually works when building a profitable PT business today. They cover the evolution of PT opportunities post-pandemic, how to position your services in a shifting economy, pricing strategies, the reality of insurance limitations, and why creating genuine value always trumps traditional pathways. Wh...

In this episode, Kayla breaks down how JAG Physical Therapy scaled from 2 locations to over 160 — and the marketing strategy behind it. We cover: Why every patient experience is a marketing moment How to measure ROI without obsessing over it Using EMR data to improve campaigns Partnering with local communities (not just physicians) Tactical advice for solo PTs to get started