The Successful Allied Health Practitioner

In Episode 38 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, I’m joined by Liam Fagan, an occupational therapist and managing director of Estus Health, who shares his unconventional journey from being a high school dropout and a qualified librarian to building a specialized, gaming-informed OT practice. Liam discusses how his diverse background in accounting, finance, and commercial sales e...

In episode 37 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, physiotherapist and Clinic1 founder Elliot Dobie shares his journey from managing a clinic to building a practice management software for the industry. Elliot discusses the operational frustrations that sparked the creation of Clinic1, from administrative overwhelm to disconnected software and the mindset shift required to move fr...

In Episode 36 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, Nelson Pollard, podiatrist and director of ProFeet Podiatry, shares his journey from graduate clinician to business owner and the lessons that shaped his career and leadership. He reflects on how COVID became the catalyst for taking the leap into clinic ownership, the importance of progress over perfection, and why investing in yo...

In Episode 35 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, Joseph Hanna, physiotherapist and founder of Flexile Physiotherapy, shares his journey from community physio to leading a fast-growing practice built on values, mentorship, and patient care. He opens up about defining success through family and balance, putting life before work, and the vital role mentors and his wife have played...

In Episode 34 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, Ryan, a podiatrist, clinic owner, and mentor with 17 years of experience, shares how his journey in private practice shifted from chasing money to focusing on patient outcomes, team development, and sustainable growth. He talks about the realities of setting fees, investing in equipment, and learning to delegate, while highlightin...

In Episode 33 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, I’m joined by Raquel Baptista, occupational therapist and founder of the Centre for Developing Children. Raquel shares her journey from completing her Masters in 2022 to opening a paediatric and neurodevelopmental clinic just two years later. She talks about starting out mobile, building her first clinic with a sensory gym, and th...

In Episode 32 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, I’m joined by Ben Southam, exercise physiologist and cofounder of PACE Allied Health. Ben shares his journey from subcontractor to leading a business of 80 employees, and the lessons learned along the way. We talk about stepping back from clinical work, building strong partnerships, and creating stability through employing staff r...

In the Episode 31 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, speech pathologist and business founder Emily Mackie shares how she scaled Speak About from a small practice to a multi-location clinic. She talks about using business coaching, building strong teams, delegating effectively, and reinvesting profit to grow sustainably. Emily also reflects on balancing work and life, leading wit...

In the episode 30 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, exercise physiologist and business owner Andrew Daubney shares how he scaled his clinics, built strong leadership teams, and structured his business for growth and flexibility. He talks about promoting from within, creating clear leadership pathways, and using profit as a tool to invest in people, spaces, and community. Andrew...

In Episode 29 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, occupational therapist and entrepreneur Laura Simmons shares her journey from running a paediatric OT practice to founding Theratrak, a tech platform transforming therapy delivery across Australia, the US and beyond. She talks about turning clinical insights into a scalable app, navigating early challenges, building a mission-driv...

In Episode 28 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, podiatrist and clinic owner Craig Hankridge shares his journey from practice to building Pro Feet Podiatry, a values-driven business. He talks about structuring leadership for aligned decision-making, using quarterly strategy sessions with weekly feedback, and the role of calendar time-blocking in balancing family, clinic, and bus...

In Episode 27 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, Judy Scott, an occupational therapist and multi-clinic owner, shares her journey from frontline practice to founding Adaptive Independence and My Therapy Crew. She talks about scaling clinics, navigating compliance in behaviour support, and leading teams with structure and culture at the core. Judy also reflects on investing in pr...

In Episode 26 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, James Ferrie, a podiatrist, educator, and clinic owner, shares his journey from working in Gippsland to building his own private practice and leading national training workshops in ultrasound and regenerative medicine. He talks about the mindset shifts needed to move from clinician to business owner, the importance of financial li...

In the episode 25 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, I chat with Lachlan Townend, a passionate physiotherapist who’s shifted from hands-on clinical work to creating an innovative app that supports thousands of people living with chronic pain, especially in rural areas. Lachlan shares the challenges and rewards of developing this digital health tool over two years, including adap...

In Episode 24 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, I’m joined by Luke, a seasoned sports chiropractor and running coach, who shares his 22-year journey from managing a large clinic to focusing on a smaller, more fulfilling practice dedicated to treating runners. Luke talks about why success is about finding work-life balance, enjoying what you do, and making a meaningful impact on...

In Episode 23 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, Joe Keain, podiatrist, business owner, and mentor, returns for a frank chat about profitability in Allied Health. Joe and I dive into why making a profit isn’t something to shy away from, how reinvesting in your team and clinic drives better outcomes, and the mindset shifts needed for a successful, sustainable practice. We cover t...

In Episode 22 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, Emily, a dedicated allied health professional and cofounder of a child-focused therapy service in Perth, shares her journey of building a purpose-led business grounded in relationships, authenticity and community impact. She opens up about redefining success beyond money and metrics, prioritising connection and family balance whil...

In Episode 21 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, Evan Armstrong, a physiotherapist, studio owner and personal development enthusiast, shares his journey from clinician to business owner. He reflects on the challenges of starting a clinic, the financial truths often overlooked, and how clarity, resilience and vision helped shape his success. Evan highlights the importance of emot...

In Episode 20 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, I’m joined by Margeaux Bartholomew-Carle, an occupational therapist and founder of Ardant, a virtual OT practice offering flexible, client-first support across Australia. Margeaux shares her path from clinician to business owner, driven by a passion for doing things differently, prioritising autonomy, genuine connection and meanin...

In Episode 19 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, I’m joined by Sara Woodroffe, an experienced exercise physiologist and founder of Simply Stronger. Sara shares her powerful journey from solo practitioner to visionary business owner, with a mission to redefine how exercise physiology is delivered. She discusses the importance of GP relationships, building a values-driven team cul...

In Episode 18 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, I’m joined by Benjamin Onofrio, a musculoskeletal physiotherapist and educator, who shares his inspiring journey of balancing clinical work, education, and entrepreneurship. Ben opens up about creating digital health products, building online coaching programs, and the legal and structural complexities that come with it, all while...

In Episode 17 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, I’m joined by Joe Keain, a podiatrist, clinic owner, and mentor who shares his journey from early career challenges to building two successful, interconnected businesses—Pod Fit and Physio Fit. Joe dives into the importance of strong branding, team collaboration, and referral networks in creating a thriving practice. He reflects o...

In Episode 16 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Graeme, an experienced practitioner and founder of Doctor Graham’s Health Products. Graeme shares the inspiring story of how he built a successful massage device business by focusing on quality, word-of-mouth referrals, and genuine practitioner support rather than relying on flashy marketing. He dives into the ch...

In Episode 15 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Cody Hanish, a chiropractor, business coach, and founder of a thriving multi-location practice. Dr. Cody shares his journey from clinician to entrepreneur, including how social media helped him build a strong personal brand and connect with a wider audience. He dives into the power of patient retention through CR...

In Episode 14 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, I’m joined by Chris Pearce, an experienced Occupational Therapist and Managing Director of OT Services Group. Chris shares his inspiring journey of co-founding the practice with his mum and how their shared vision has grown into a thriving team focused on driving assessments, home modifications, and assistive technology. He opens...