A Clinician’s Life

Podcast Description: In this new episode, Darryl & Emma sit down to talk about Emma’s journey of recovery from extensive surgery and how it has transformed her perspective as a healthcare professional. They discuss the importance of support systems, understanding the body’s response to recovery, and the value of coaching. Darryl & Emma discuss topics such as: Lessons from Surgery and Patie...

In this new episode, Darryl and Emma sit down to talk about the biggest mistakes in their career journey, and how embracing failures have lead to growth. They talk about why more credentials isn’t always a good thing and the topic of “failing forward”. Darryl & Emma discuss topics such as:  Biggest Mistakes in Darryl & Emma’s Careers The importance of setting a learning plan based on your...

In this new episode, Darryl and Emma sit down to talk about being cautious with advice giving/taking, the concept of the “empowerment triangle”, and the value of sharing failures and mistakes. Darryl & Emma discuss topics such as: Importance of asking questions and staying curious There is no “one-size-fits-all” path in healthcare Being cautious with advice, especially from social media Challe...

In this new episode, Darryl sits down with Arvinder Gaya and Justin Klein to talk about occupational therapy, and the crucial role it plays in complex motor vehicle accident cases, the funding challenges and the need for collaboration between healthcare professionals, lawyers, and insurers. Arvinder is the founder and CEO of Personal Injury Occupational Therapy (PiOT), where they offer a wide rang...

In this new episode, Darryl and Emma sit down to talk about navigating the Canadian healthcare system especially for chronic and invisible illnesses. They discuss topics such as the importance of patient-centered care, strategies for overcoming system barriers, and how to explore your healthcare options across the border. Darryl & Emma discuss topics such as: Challenges of navigating the Canad...

In this new episode, Darryl and Emma sit down with Melody Meilleur to talk all things AI. They discuss the importance of transparency around AI, the future of it in healthcare, and how Melody went from a PT to owning her own business. Melody, owner of Bia Education, is a physical therapist turned entrepreneur. Bia Education offers online courses and summaries of scientific articles to provide up t...

In this new episode, Darryl and Emma sit down to talk about financial conversations in clinical practice. They discuss topics such as why patients may not follow up with treatment plans, the importance of not making assumptions, establishing expectations early in assessments. In this conversation, Darryl & Emma discuss topics such as: Money as a long-standing taboo topic in healthcare Importan...

In this new episode, Darryl and Emma sit down to talk about the significant role money plays in private practice. They explore how to navigate this often uncomfortable and sensitive topic, aiming to reduce awkwardness and still keep patient outcomes as the priority. In this conversation, Darryl & Emma discuss topics such as: Importance of identifying barriers before the end of assessment How c...

In this new episode, Darryl and Emma sit down to talk about the importance of networking as clinicians. They discuss topics such as surrounding yourself with people you want to learn from, why it’s okay not to know all the answers, and the importance of transparency and communication. In this conversation, Darryl & Emma discuss topics such as: The power of networking The importance of transpar...

In this new episode, Darryl and Emma sit down with Lex Lancaster to talk about all things tech in the solopreneur world. They discuss the importance of consistent content, using AI at your practice, and how clinicians can keep up with evolving technology. Lex, owner of Lex Lancaster Creative Co. is a physical therapist turned digital entrepreneur who helps health and wellness business owners with...

In this new episode, Darryl and Emma sit down to talk about all things charting. They discuss the importance of the dreaded task, and share some tips and tricks that they’ve used to make it a little bit easier and maybe make it even more enjoyable. In this conversation, Darryl and Emma discuss topics such as: The driving factors of feeling overwhelmed as clinicians How to become efficient with spe...

In this new episode, Darryl and Emma sit down to talk about social media and how it has impacted the clinician world. They deep dive into the importance of doing your own research on the content you see online, and how to determine if an online clinician is a good source of information.   In this conversation, Darryl and Emma discuss topics such as: The Art to Extracting Knowledge from Social Medi...

In this new episode, Darryl sits down with Manju Asdhir to discuss how she managed her clinic as a new mom, the importance of regular staff check-ins, and embracing failures and baby steps. Manju, the owner of Kawartha Care Wellness Centre, is a chiropractor who built her clinic from scratch, turned it into a multi-million-dollar practice with a team of 17, and sold it all in 8 years. Now she is o...

In this new episode, Darryl & Emma sit down with Hannah Jack to discuss how to have conversations with patients to address psychosocial influences, how to ask the hard questions, and how to make them feel safe Hannah is a registered psychotherapist who specializes in working with children, teens, and families. She uses stories, art, drama, and play to help children better understand their brai...

Daryl and Emma talked about a range of important subjects for clinicians. Their conversation covered finding the right balance between work and life, personalizing a practice to fit individual strengths and needs, and the critical role of communication and connection in assessments. They also shared insights on learning from the missteps and victories of seasoned clinicians, handling challenging c...

In this new episode, Darryl and Emma sit down with Laura Patrick to talk about how she got started in Paediatrics, her first clinic and how she grew to 17 locations. They discussed how systems and processes are needed to scale. Laura also shares how she still finds time and ways to give back to her community. Laura Patrick is the founder of Kids Physio Group. She embarked on her journey after gain...

In this new episode, Darryl and Emma sit down with Robin Valadares to talk about the Financial Mindset for clinicians. They discussed how there are more ways for clinicians to earn money other than just seeing more patients. Robin also shares how he plans his day carefully to maximize his productivity. Robin Valadares is the founder of Financially Fulfilled Physio. It’s a platform built to create...

In this new episode, Darryl and Emma sit down to talk about dealing with unexpected events during the holidays. They deep dive into how listening to content such as podcasts allow you to learn lessons from other people’s experiences. They also exchange notes about the ways that healthcare has evolved into a collaborative practice between various disciplines. In this conversation, Darryl and Emma d...

In this new episode, Darryl and Emma sit down with Dominic Batt to talk about Dom's diverse career from the UK to Canada, including humorous stories. We dive into his incredible leadership journey. Dominic Batt is an Area Director for CBI Health. He is responsible for the operational and business management of 27 rehabilitation clinics across Ontario, with annual revenues exceeding $20M. Aligning...

In this new episode, Darryl and Emma sit down to talk about their recent experiences navigating the complexities of the Canadian healthcare and insurance systems. They deep dive into some of the complexities and identify how traumatic experiences and unnecessary stresses can negatively influence outcomes. They also explore ways the healthcare system could better support accident victims, touching...

In this new episode, Darryl and Emma sit down with Surabhi Vietch to talk about cultivating connection, safety and inclusivity in your clinical practice. Surabhi Veitch is a highly-experienced physiotherapist and entrepreneur based out of Toronto, Ontario. She believes in empowering her clients, helping them to build capacity and trust their bodies through pregnancy, postpartum and beyond. She par...

In this new episode, Darryl and Emma sit down to talk about finding the courage to be vulnerable in clinical practice. We discuss the importance of creating psychologically safe environments for patients. We explore how overcoming fears of vulnerability and "imposter syndrome" allows clinicians to connect even better with clients and help those with complex trauma histories open up. In this conver...

In this new episode, Darryl and Emma sit down with Jim Millard, a certified Mulligan Concept teacher for post graduate manual therapy training and the co-founder of Compass Interactive Communication Training. Jim has 33 years of clinical and teaching experience in the Rehabilitation field. He is passionate about leadership, and knowledge translation to improve clinical excellence, caring excellenc...

In this new episode, Darryl and Emma sit down with Natasha Wilch, the owner of Symphony Brain Performance in Nanaimo, BC. Natasha is a clinic owner, concussion mentor and clinician. She has been practicing as a registered physical therapist with over a decade of experience and six years dedicated to working with concussion clients. In this conversation, Darryl, Emma and Natasha discuss topics, suc...

In this new episode, Darryl and Emma sit down with Connor Massimo, a successful physiotherapist & co-founder at Pulse Physio & Performance to talk about how to establish your brand and your clinic on social media. Connor co-founded Pulse Physiotherapy in 2014 with Adam Summers, both achieving their FCAMPT designation in 2015. Together, they shared a vision to challenge the status quo in th...