Healthcare Business Thrivecast

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...

Summary In this episode of the Healthcare Business Thrivecast, hosts Randall Cooper, Michael Kenahan, and Anthony Hurst delve into the critical topic of physiotherapy fees and the recent APA report that outlines recommended fee structures. The discussion covers the historical context of fee setting in the physiotherapy profession, the process behind the APA's recommendations, and the importanc...

Summary In this episode of the Healthcare Business Thrivecast, the hosts discuss essential elements for healthcare professionals to thrive in their practices. Key topics include understanding practice culture, identifying success metrics, the role of mentoring in commercial growth, the need for clear career paths, and the importance of maintaining a clean profit-and-loss statement for practice val...

Summary In this episode of the Healthcare Business Thrivecast, hosts Randall Cooper, Michael Kenahan, and Anthony Hirst discuss the evolving landscape of healthcare practices, with a focus on the challenges of retaining talented practitioners in private practice. They explore various strategies for staff retention, the importance of flexibility and options for practitioners, and the generational d...

Summary In this episode of the Healthcare Business Thrivecast, Randall Cooper speaks with Cameron Tudor, a seasoned physiotherapist and entrepreneur with over two decades of experience. They discuss Cameron's journey from Australia to the UK, the importance of patient experience in healthcare, and the challenges of starting and managing a physiotherapy practice. Cameron shares insights on cate...

Summary In this episode of the Healthcare Business Thrivecast, hosts Randall Cooper, Michael Kinnerhan, and Anthony Hurst discuss the various aspects of owning a healthcare practice. They explore the benefits and challenges of practice ownership, the importance of maintaining a positive mindset, and strategies for navigating difficulties. The conversation also touches on the significance of mentor...

Summary In this episode of the Healthcare Business Thrivecast, Randall Cooper interviews Ibrahim Samaan, a physiotherapist-turned-entrepreneur who founded Purifass, a company focused on enhancing hygiene in healthcare settings. Ibrahim shares his journey from clinical practice to product development, discussing the challenges he faced, the impact of COVID-19 on his business, and the importance of...

Summary In this episode of the Healthcare Business Thrivecast, hosts Randall Cooper, Michael Kenihan, and Antony Hirst discuss the essential elements of running a successful healthcare practice. They emphasise the importance of focusing on people, creating a positive culture, and ensuring operational excellence. The conversation also highlights the need for continuous professional development, eng...

Summary In this episode of the Healthcare Business Thrivecast, host Randall Cooper speaks with Kelly Wilkie, a successful physiotherapist and business owner. Kelly shares her journey from starting her own practice to managing a thriving clinic in Tasmania. The conversation covers various themes, including the challenges of burnout in healthcare, the importance of staff well-being, and strategies f...

Summary In this episode of the Healthcare Business Thrivecast, hosts Randall Cooper, Michael Kenahan, and Antony Hirst discuss the concept of 'running in the red zone'—a state of overwhelm and stress that many healthcare practitioners experience. They explore the symptoms and effects of this state, strategies for managing it, the importance of structure and planning, and the health implica...