Healthcare Business Thrivecast

Summary In this episode, Brad Beer shares his journey from starting his own practice to leading a major physiotherapy group, emphasizing the importance of personal branding, clinical excellence, and strategic growth. Discover insights on building a successful clinic, managing team dynamics, and maintaining clinical passion. Keywords physiotherapy, personal branding, clinic growth, leadership, heal...

Summary In this episode, Randall Cooper is joined by Michael Kenihan and Antony Hirst to explore building a fulfilling career in healthcare. They discuss career journeys, the realities of practice ownership, and balancing work with family life. Keywords healthcare career, practice ownership, professional growth, work-life balance, physiotherapy Key topics Career development and serendipity Practic...

Summary This episode explores the importance of developing a clinical niche in physiotherapy, discussing when and how practitioners should specialize, the benefits of niche practices, and the future of niche clinics in the industry. Keywords physiotherapy, clinical niche, specialization, healthcare practice, physiotherapy clinics, expert practice, telehealth, niche marketing, career development Ke...

Summary In this episode, Randall Cooper, Michael Kenihan, and Antony Hirst explore the core principles of building a successful healthcare practice, emphasizing clinical excellence, commercial skills, and adapting to industry changes. They share insights from interviews, common themes, and practical advice for health professionals aiming to thrive. Keywords healthcare practice, clinical excellence...

Summary Kylie Moffitt, a physiotherapist from Australia, shares her journey from starting her practice to achieving international recognition with a TED talk. She discusses her clinic's unique culture, growth strategies, and insights into the future of healthcare, emphasizing love, trust, and connection. Keywords Physiotherapy, Healthcare Innovation, TED Talk, Practice Growth, Clinic Culture,...

Summary In this episode, Ben Herde shares his inspiring journey from a farming community in Queensland to becoming an elite ATP tennis physiotherapist. Discover how mentorship, strategic training, and embracing challenges can propel your career in sports physiotherapy. Keywords Physiotherapy, Sports Medicine, Career Development, Mentorship, Elite Sports, Tennis Physio, Australia, Practice Ownershi...

Summary In this episode of the Healthcare Business Thrivecast, host Antony Hirst interviews experienced physiotherapist Paul Coburn about his journey through practice ownership, exit strategies, and the importance of planning and relationships in business transitions. Keywords physiotherapy, practice exit, business planning, healthcare entrepreneurship, clinic management, staff relationships, exit...

Summary In this episode, Randall Cooper, Michael Kennahan, and Anthony Hearst continue to discuss the latest Australian Physiotherapy Association Workforce Census, exploring challenges in training, professional development, competition, and health system reforms. They analyze key statistics and share insights on how the profession can adapt and thrive in a changing landscape. Keywords Physiotherap...

Summary In this episode, we explore the critical issues facing the physiotherapy profession, including retention, pay, burnout, and career satisfaction. Our experts share insights and strategies to improve workforce stability and professional fulfilment. Keywords physiotherapy, workforce retention, career satisfaction, burnout, professional development, healthcare practice, pay structure, mentorsh...

Summary In this episode of the Healthcare Business Thrivecast, hosts Randall Cooper, Michael Kenihan, and Antony Hirst discuss the latest APA workforce survey, exploring trends in physiotherapy practice, workforce demographics, pay disparities, and strategies for adapting to industry changes. This insightful conversation offers practical advice for practitioners and practice owners aiming to thriv...

Summary In this episode, Simone Muscat shares her journey from a passionate physiotherapist to a pioneering entrepreneur in pole and aerial health care. Discover how her commitment to continuous learning, innovative use of telehealth, and strategic business growth are transforming the industry. Keywords Physiotherapy, Pole Dance, Aerialist, Telehealth, Business Growth, Healthcare Innovation, Sport...

Summary In this episode, Aidan Rich shares his journey from a small country town to becoming a leading physiotherapist specialising in tendon pathology and athletics. He discusses career development, mentorship, the evolution of physiotherapy research, and balancing professional and personal life. Keywords Physiotherapy, Tendon Pathology, Athletic Training, Career Development, Mentorship, Sports M...

Summary In this episode of the Healthcare Business Thrivecast, host Antony Hirst interviews Marcus Mancer about his unique physiotherapy business in Darwin, exploring innovative service delivery, remote work, and strategic growth. Discover how thinking outside the traditional clinic model can lead to diverse opportunities and sustainable success. Keywords physiotherapy, healthcare business, remote...

Summary This episode tackles the complex issues surrounding compensable patients in physiotherapy practices, including billing, system intricacies, and strategic adaptations. Industry experts share insights on how to navigate and optimize care within regulatory constraints, emphasizing advocacy, innovation, and practice management. Keywords physiotherapy, compensable patients, healthcare system, b...

Summary This episode explores the critical elements of marketing in healthcare practices, emphasizing the roles of individual practitioners, practice branding, and community networking. Hosts Michael, Randall, and Antony share insights on building relationships, developing unique selling propositions, and leveraging networks for practice growth. Keywords healthcare marketing, practitioner branding...

Summary This episode explores how physiotherapy clinics can remain resilient during economic downturns, sharing insights from practice owners on managing costs, maintaining quality, and engaging staff during challenging times. Keywords physiotherapy, recession-proof, healthcare business, practice management, economic downturn, patient care, staff management, costs, demand, resilience Key topics Im...

Summary In this episode, Randall Cooper interviews Angela James, a specialist pelvic health physiotherapist and founder of the Sydney Pelvic Clinic. They discuss Angela's journey from her life-changing experience in Thailand to building a successful multi-location practice, her approach to leadership, digital marketing, and expanding into men's and children's pelvic health. Keywords Pe...

Summary In this episode of the Thrivecast, Michael Kenihan interviews Barry Nguyen, a seasoned physiotherapist and software engineer, about his career journey, innovative practice, and insights into AI and healthcare technology. They explore mentorship, clinical excellence, software development, and the future of physiotherapy. Keywords Physiotherapy, Healthcare Innovation, AI in Healthcare, Softw...

Summary In this episode of the Healthcare Business Thrivecast, host Antony Hirst interviews pelvic health physiotherapist Shan Morrison. They discuss her career journey, the importance of clinical and non-clinical skills, clinic culture, leadership, and the value of owning property and seeking external advice for business growth. Keywords Pelvic health, physiotherapy, clinic management, leadership...

Summary This episode explores the debate between hands-on manual therapy and hands-off exercise approaches in physiotherapy. Featuring insights from experienced clinicians, it examines research findings, clinical practices, and the commercial implications of treatment strategies. Keywords physiotherapy, manual therapy, exercise therapy, clinical research, patient rapport, treatment approaches, hea...

Summary This episode explores the importance of mentoring in healthcare practices, focusing on clinical and commercial mentoring, building effective relationships, and strategies for developing talent and retaining staff. Keywords mentoring, healthcare, clinical skills, commercial success, talent retention, professional development, physiotherapy, practice management Key  topics The importance of...

Summary This episode features a discussion among health professionals about innovative career paths, the importance of networking, and thinking outside traditional clinical roles. They share insights on leveraging opportunities outside the 'triangle' of conventional physiotherapy practice, including entrepreneurship, digital health, and personal branding. Keywords physiotherapy, healthcare...

Summary In this episode of the Healthcare Business Thrivecast, host Randall Cooper interviews Bevan Colless, a physiotherapist who co-founded Tokyo Physio with his wife, Vanessa. They discuss their journey from starting a single clinic in Tokyo to expanding to 13 clinics across Japan and Singapore, including ski resort locations. Bevan shares insights on managing a business with his wife, navigati...

Summary In this episode of the Healthcare Business Thrivecast, host Michael Kenahan speaks with marketing expert Andrew Ford about the importance of personal branding, mentorship, and effective networking in the healthcare business. They discuss the e-traction method, which helps professionals attract clients by understanding their true drivers and building a strong online presence. Andrew shares...

Keywords healthcare, entrepreneurship, business failure, emotional intelligence, learning from failure, small business, physiotherapy, mental health, business strategies, resilience Summary In this episode of the Health Business Thrivecast, host Antony Hirst speaks with Dean Shepherd, a professor of entrepreneurship, about the complexities of failure in business. They explore how failure can be a...