Joe Klein

Physical Therapy: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly

Health EN ↓ 100 episodes

Bringing you all things physical therapy. From being successful in school, navigating the PT profession, growing professionally, business development and everything in between.

Author

Joe Klein

Category

Health

Podcast website

www.buzzsprout.com

Latest episode

May 18, 2026

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Episodes

Episode #25: BONUS, United Health Care CEO... 3 Actual Solutions 11.12.2024

In today's Bonus episode we will be talking about, what everyone is talking about, The UHC CEO situation and providing you three actual Solutions in how to deal with healthcare cost, spending, etc.... Website: ValleyPerformancePT.com Instagram: @Valleyperformancept Like and review the podcast wherever you listen: linktr.ee/valleyperformancept

Episode # 24: What to expect when you are treating.... surgical patients 09.12.2024

In Today's episode we will dive into what you will see when treating surgical patients. The normal day to day expectation and some of the more unexpected protocols when treating your surgical patients. Website: ValleyPerformancePT.com Instagram: @Valleyperformancept Like and review the podcast wherever you listen: linktr.ee/valleyperformancept

Episode #23: Round 2 of Overrated vs underrated 02.12.2024

In Today's episode we are doing another installment of overrated or underrated. Let's talk about Documentation, the DPT degree, Strength training in PT, PT in the ER and Soft Skills..... take a listen Website: ValleyPerformancePT.com Instagram: @Valleyperformancept Like and review the podcast wherever you listen: linktr.ee/valleyperformancept

Episode #22: Five years in business, here are five lessons learned! 25.11.2024

In Today's episode we are going to be reflecting on 5 years of business and lessons learned along the way!  Website: ValleyPerformancePT.com Instagram: @Valleyperformancept Like and review the podcast wherever you listen: linktr.ee/valleyperformancept

Episode #21: The case of the mysterious hip pain 18.11.2024

In Today's episode we are going to be diving into a mysterious case of hip pain. Take a listen to listen to my thought process, breaking down assessment and ultimately the diagnosis.  Website: ValleyPerformancePT.com Instagram: @Valleyperformancept Like and review the podcast wherever you listen: linktr.ee/valleyperformancept

Episode #20: The Good and Optimistic side of PT 11.11.2024

In Today's episode we are going to keep it on the good, the up and up and the optimistic side of the PT industry. Tired of the doom and gloom..... then take a listen Website: ValleyPerformancePT.com Instagram: @Valleyperformancept Like and review the podcast wherever you listen: linktr.ee/valleyperformancept

Episode #19: Is "Salesman," a bad word in PT? 04.11.2024

In Today's episode we are going to be discussing the word Salesman and discussing its role both in physical therapy and the role it may or may not play in helping get our patients better.  Website: ValleyPerformancePT.com Instagram: @Valleyperformancept Like and review the podcast wherever you listen: linktr.ee/valleyperformancept

Episode #18: Con-Ed 28.10.2024

In Today's episode I am going to be walking you through getting the best bang for your buck for your Con-ed Class, seminars and conference! Website: ValleyPerformancePT.com Instagram: @Valleyperformancept Like and review the podcast wherever you listen: linktr.ee/valleyperformancept

Episode #17: Travel PT 21.10.2024

In Today's episode I will doing a deep dive into Travel Physical therapy. Both my wife and I spent 3 years doing it, I wanna give you the inside and out of how you can take advantage of Travel PT and if it is right for you! Website: ValleyPerformancePT.com Instagram: @Valleyperformancept Like and review the podcast wherever you listen: linktr.ee/valleyperformancept

Episode #16: What is the Direction of the PT profession? 14.10.2024

In Today's episode I am going to give you my future take on the PT profession from the day to day clinic practice to the impact we as PTs can have in the medical model! Website: ValleyPerformancePT.com Instagram: @Valleyperformancept Like and review the podcast wherever you listen: linktr.ee/valleyperformancept

Episode #15: HHPT vs SNF vs OPPT 07.10.2024

In Today's episode I will be walking you through what you can expect working in HHPT vs SNF and vs OPPT form day two of the job after the offer letter, what is really going to be your day to day. Take a listen and let me know what you think  Website: ValleyPerformancePT.com Instagram: @Valleyperformancept Like and review the podcast wherever you listen: linktr.ee/valleyperformancept

Episode #14: Five mistake I made as a new Clinic Owner 30.09.2024

Today we are going to talk about five mistakes I made as a new practice owner, the consequences of them and how you can help to use my mistakes to make your opening up a clinic runs smoothly. Website: ValleyPerformancePT.com Instagram: @Valleyperformancept Like and review the podcast wherever you listen: linktr.ee/valleyperformancept

Episode #13: Overrated and Underrated in Physical Therapy 23.09.2024

In Today's episode we are going to cover a few topics in the PT industry and I am going to give you my thoughts on if they are overrated or Underrated Website: ValleyPerformancePT.com Instagram: @Valleyperformancept Like and review the podcast wherever you listen: linktr.ee/valleyperformancept

Episode #12: Things PT school didn't teach you 16.09.2024

In today's episode we will go through a list of things PT school didn't tell you about the profession, what the day to day is like and how to survive in the physical therapy profession  Website: ValleyPerformancePT.com Instagram: @Valleyperformancept Like and review the podcast wherever you listen: linktr.ee/valleyperformancept

Episode #11: Is Opening up a Physical Therapy practice hard? 09.09.2024

In today's episode I will describe to you my recent frustrations on social media and their perception on how "easy it is," to open a clinic. I will give you my honest opening on how to make it "easier," but truthful walk you through the difficulties and the success we have had has business clinic owners. Website: ValleyPerformancePT.com Instagram: @Valleyperformancept Like...

Episode #10: First Job Interview 02.09.2024

In today's episode we are going to be going over what to research, expect and how to prepare for your first job interview so you can feel assured you are going to be getting the most and best experience out of your first job as a physical therapist. Website: ValleyPerformancePT.com Instagram: @Valleyperformancept Like and review the podcast wherever you listen: linktr.ee/valleyperformancept

Episode #9: Standard DPT vs Hybrid Program 26.08.2024

In today's episode we will be going over the standard DPT program vs the Hybrid program. Talking about the pros and cons, and helping you decide which one is the best fit for you! Website: ValleyPerformancePT.com Instagram: @Valleyperformancept Like and review the podcast wherever you listen: linktr.ee/valleyperformancept

Episode #8: Optimal Experience 19.08.2024

In Today's episode I will be going over how to provide the optimal experience for you patient. From the time they schedule, to their first visit and moving forward with their care.  Website: ValleyPerformancePT.com Instagram: @Valleyperformancept Like and review the podcast wherever you listen: linktr.ee/valleyperformancept

Episode #7: Imposter Syndrome 12.08.2024

A new tread I have been hearing about, and to be quite honest noticing in my students is imposter syndrome. In today's episode we will be going over why you are not an imposter and to teach you some skills to improve your soft skills while you develop as a clinician. Website: ValleyPerformancePT.com Instagram: @Valleyperformancept Like and review the podcast wherever you listen: linktr.ee/val...

Episode #6: Choosing a clinical rotation 05.08.2024

On today's episode, we're gonna be going over as a student how to choose your clinical rotation, questions to ask your self and what clinical affiliation you're looking for and how to be successful in your clinical rotation. Website: ValleyPerformancePT.com Instagram: @Valleyperformancept Like and review the podcast wherever you listen: linktr.ee/valleyperformancept

Episode #5: Student Debt 31.07.2024

Today we will go in depth about student loans. Going over strategies to limit their effect on you and your growth and how to pay them off quickly. So you can grow get out from behind the student debt eight ball . Click here https://www.instagram.com/valleyperformancept/ for our social media to follow along and get updates. Click here for our  website and like/follow the podcast linktr.ee/valleyper...

Episode #2: Burnout, and how to avoid it 29.07.2024

In Today's episode we will be talking about burnout, my experience with it. However to overcome it and three strategies to make sure it doesn't affect you!

Episode #3: To Residency or not.... 29.07.2024

In Today's episode we will go over if you should take a post graduate OCS/Residency or should you go out on your own. 

Episode #4: Cash vs Insurance based 29.07.2024

In Todays episode we will go over the pros and cons of both cash and insurance based model. And help you decide which one is more viable and where you can succeed in both. 

Episode #1: Intro 27.07.2024

In Today's episode we will be introducing you to our hose, Joe Klein PT, DPT. While we discuss the direction of the podcast and what you can expect to see and hear in future episodes. Website: ValleyPerformancePT.com Instagram: @Valleyperformancept Like and review the podcast wherever you listen: linktr.ee/valleyperformancept

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