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Welcome back, friends! In this episode, I sat down with Joey Scambia and Rayce Houser, Co-Founders of Rehab Renaissance, to talk about how we can better rehab athletes with low back pain, especially those with bone stress injuries.  We get into imaging, nutritional, and workload considerations for this population, as well as Joey and Rayce's own tier-based system for returning these athletes to sport.  You're gonna want to take notes! Clinical Athlete FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1HtcoaP9Up/ 

Hey friends! In this episode, I sit down with Clinical Athlete's very own Zak Gabor and his personal behavior coach Shelly Belk.  We go deep into the topic of burnout in high-achieving clinicians and how chronic stress and over-identifying with our professional roles can quietly keep us from taking healthy action. We talk about why so many of us tie our self-worth to productivity, struggle to set boundaries, and wait until we hit a breaking point to ask for help. Zak shares how working with Shelly has improved his mental health and how he shows up in his business and relationships. This conversation is a reminder to separate who you are from what you produce.  If you feel stuck this episode is for you!   Clinical Athlete FB Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/17xZrXzvcq/

In this episode, I sit down with Kayla Fujimoto Epperson to talk about her journey and lessons learned working in pro tennis as a physical therapist.  I am personally inspired by Kayla and her mindset towards her career.  She's a "I will figure it out" kind of person.  She shares how her mind has changed on the utilization of breathwork.  We also get into the existential questions that come with working with elite athletes surrounding what to actually intervene on.  Definitely connect with Kayla if you're interested in getting into tennis world!    Clinical Athlete FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1AtraArCF2/

In this episode, I sit down with my friend and mentor Natalie Trotter, an Athletic Trainer based in Atlanta, Georgia.  This was such an enjoyable and real conversation with someone I deeply respect.  Natalie shares her thoughts on creating meaningful relationships while operating within a sports medicine team. She reminds us to leave ego at the door and to approach athlete management through a holistic, human-first lens.  Finally, we talk about the power of networking, curiosity, and continued personal growth.  Clinical Athlete FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/17sM8AqZzx/  

Welcome back, friends! In this episode, I sit down with Logan Kelly-Sullivan, Senior Performance Physical Therapist for the San Antonio Spurs.  Logan and I connected at the NBPTA networking event during Summer League this summer and I really enjoyed chatting with him (over a Dos Equis of course).  He mentioned he was studying cartilage injuries as part of his PhD and I knew I had to get him on here to share more about that!  We get into cartilage diagnosis, treatment decision making, load management and biologics, along with some other thoughts from Logan on career development.  Yall are in for a good one!   Clinical Athlete FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1D5aW17jxG/

On this episode, I sit down with one of my first online-turned-real-life PT friends, Taylor Eckel! We unpack the winding path of her career, which has included multiple tough job transitions.  Taylor shares the lessons those experiences taught her about humility, growth, and the importance of finding the right professional environment. We also dive into how culture, mentorship, and self-awareness can shape the trajectory of our career and redefine what success looks like.   Clinical Athlete FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1AE5TCZgcZ/

In this episode, I chat with my friend Cassidy Papa, a performance physical therapist for the Charlotte Hornets.  She shares her career journey and dives into her decision to pursue residency and fellowship. We chat about why she's adopted a minimum effective dose approach in the NBA, and the need for humility, flexibility, and strong interdisciplinary collaboration to prioritize what's truly best for the athlete. Cassidy is good people and I'm pumped to share this conversation with you! Enjoy! Clinical Athlete FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1F8KuD2sYN/

On this episode, I'm joined by Sawyer Williamson, an athletic trainer in the G League, for an honest conversation about life as an AT in pro sports. We dig into the challenges of having limited autonomy, the tension between prestige and personal fulfillment, and the process of discovering your own voice in a demanding environment. Our conversation dives into finding clarity, aligning with your values, and building a sustainable career in sports medicine that goes beyond the job title.   Clinical Athlete FB Community https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14FmxK2Twdp/

In this episode, I sit down with my friend Tiffani Michel, a physical therapist and entrepreneur in Atlanta.  She shares her journey from college basketball player to starting her own practice, discussing her experiences with injuries, career transitions, and building a business focused on comprehensive care for athletes. She emphasizes the importance of holistic treatment approaches, educating young athletes about pain management, and maintaining work-life balance in her career. We wrap up this conversation touching on the inspiration behind her branding.   Enjoy!   Clinical Athlete FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CXznoN8FW/

Hey friends! On this episode, I sit down with Anthony Sinacore,  VP & Director of North American Sales for VALD Performance. Anthony shares about how his background as an athletic trainer and physical therapist allowed him to add value on the clinical application side of developing human performance technology with VALD over the last few years.  Additionally, we chat about how his skillset has evolved as his roles and responsibilities have shifted.  If you're interested in data science and non-traditional roles as a rehab practitioner, don't skip this episode!   Clinical Athlete Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1LR9ff7Y2o/

On this episode, I sit down with Lisa Pataky, a sports physical therapist whose career has spanned pro tennis, Overtime Elite, and now the NBA with the Minnesota Timberwolves. We dive into what it takes to build trust with athletes, bridge the gap between medical and performance teams, and reconsider long-term rehab as a training macrocycle rather than a checklist. If you're curious about life as a PT in both the individual and team sport settings, give this a listen. Clinical Athlete FB Community Group https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1AmNkgtLS2/ 

Today is a special episode as I welcome back my very FIRST guest and good mentor, Jarred Boyd!  Jarred is the Director of Rehab for the Memphis Grizzlies and embodies what it means to think deeply and reflectively. In this episode we talk about how he builds trust with athletes through offseason reflection, storytelling, and clear education. Jared also shares the four core values that shape his high-performance team. We wrap up with a thoughtful discussion on false steps, injury risk, and why context—not fear—should drive how we coach and rehab movement. Clinical Athlete Community FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19DSfdvXLi/

In this episode, I sit down with Trevor Rappa from Resilient Performance PT to talk all things return to sport, especially in the mid to end stages of rehab. We get into the weeds on movement strategies and change of direction.  Trevor breaks down how he builds progressions, why most athletes are underprepared, and how reactive drills may lead to better outcomes than pre-planned ones. We also touch on the realities of the cash-based model, the value of mentorship, and the importance of developing a movement model to guide your coaching eye. If you work with athletes, this one's packed with gems.   Clinical Athlete Community FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1EhEyjThTU/

Welcome back, friends!   In this episode, I'm joined by Kelsey Fuller and Hannah Dvorak, two PTs that I met as students and walked alongside as they searched for their first job and ultimately walked away from those jobs. They share about their journey, from being diligent in their initial job search to being patient in the middle of their first job when things got hard to finally finding the courage to quit.   Knowing when to walk away is incredibly hard, but I know you'll be encouraged by both of their stories.     Enjoy!   Clinical Athlete FB Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18P7Rokmmt/

Welcome back, friends! In this episode, I'm joined by Matt McInnes Watson, the founder of PlusPlyos, to dive deep into all things plyometrics.  Matt is a high jumper turned coach and now educator, where he aims to make plyometrics more approachable by providing simple, scalable frameworks for athletes and clinicians.  He shares his ideas behind plyometric progressions, as well as misconceptions he's experienced in the rehab space.  Whether you're a clinician or coach, this episode will give you something to chew on this week!   Clinical Athlete FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16KdKx62Ne/