The Uncaged Clinician

Have you ever felt "successful" on paper but completely misaligned inside? What would it take for you to finally choose the version of your career that actually feels like yours?   Hey UNCAGED CLINICIANS, it's David Bayliff here, and I'm excited to hang out with you for another episode of the Uncaged Clinician Podcast. Today's a fun one! I'm joined by the incredible Mitchell Hall, owner of Rhythm...

Are your outreach efforts feeling more like dead ends than real connections? What if the problem isn't what you're doing but how you're approaching people? Hey, it's David Bayliff. If you've dropped off lunches, left notes, and followed up only to hear crickets, you are not alone. In this episode, I break down why those plays miss and the simple shift that opens doors with gatekeepers and ideal cl...

Bad first inning? Bad quarter? Seven days later, the Dodgers were champions. Here's how to engineer your own comeback. David Bayliff pulls bite-sized business lessons from the 2025 World Series (Dodgers vs. Blue Jays). Big swings, clutch moments in Games 3 and 7, and unexpected wins become takeaways on resilience, focus, and perspective. You will learn how to stay determined, adapt under pressure,...

Drowning in charting? See how Jane APP AI Scribe turns live session audio into clean notes so you finish on time and go home on time. David Bayliff and co-host Kevin DeGroot sit down with Erin Hill from Jane to unpack  AI Scribe , Jane's new AI note-taking tool. We cover how it records sessions and drafts clean, structured notes so clinicians can focus on patients instead of paperwork. Kevin share...

Felt like you're running on a treadmill, putting in all the effort but going nowhere? What's that one thing you know you should be doing, but you just can't seem to start?   What's up, everyone? I'm your host, David Bayliff, and welcome back to the Uncaged Clinician podcast! Today, I'm sharing the mic with my great friend and team member, Hannah DeGroot, and we're diving into a topic that hits clo...

Have you felt this before, walking into a room and instantly feeling like you didn't belong? What if the key to confidence isn't waiting until you feel ready but choosing to step in anyway? David Bayliff and his co-host today, Hannah DeGroot, tackle the confidence gap, imposter syndrome, feeling underqualified, and how to move anyway. Hear practical mindset tips from Hannah's coaching and real sto...

Are you starting your own practice and wondering how to set yourself up for long-term success? Or maybe you're already in business but struggling with boundaries, self-awareness, and growth? If so, this episode is definitely for you. Kevin DeGroot sits down with his wife, Hannah, to talk mindset and practicals for new owners clarity, confidence, and a sustainable path. They highlight one powerful...

Ever felt "comfortable" but called to more? What would it take to start your own practice? David Bayliff chats with PT Zach Schmucker about leaving a stable job to launch ReKinect Physical Therapy in Florida. Zach gets real about the fears, early wins, and mistakes, as well as the lessons that helped him transition from employee to owner. If you're eyeing the leap, this is your nudge. In this epis...

Why do some rise under pressure while others stall, and how do athletes and founders train that grit? David Bayliff sits down with business coach and former pro athlete Matt Phillips to show why confidence is built, not born. They cover simple ways to train it daily, how it drives leadership, communication, and accountability, and how lessons from sport carry into business and life. If you want to...

Picture this, you're running on fumes but can't hit the brakes? Do you wonder if the stress you're carrying is quietly building into burnout?   Kevin DeGroot sits down with his wife, Hannah, for a real talk about burnout in healthcare. They unpack what burnout actually looks like beyond "being tired," why long hours and mismatched expectations wear you down, and how the grind affects home life, to...

Ready to turn your superpower into a paycheck? Imagine the results when your best skills meet the right patients. Welcome back to the Uncaged Clinician! I'm your host, David Bayliff, and today I'm joined by my good friend, Dr. Scott Dixon from Jacksonville, Florida. Scott's not just a clinician, he's the founder of Athletic Dry Needling and Spinal Manipulation, and he's built an educational busine...

Have you ever caught yourself cutting corners, even when you knew it might hold you back in the long run? What would your life look like if your actions perfectly aligned with your values?   Welcome back to the Uncaged Clinician Podcast! I'm your host, David Bayliff, and today's episode is extra special, it's our 400th episode. To celebrate, I brought back a good friend of the show, Jake Thompson,...

Have you ever felt like you're giving everything to your career but losing yourself in the process? What if the key to real growth wasn't a giant leap, but one small step at a time? Welcome back to the Uncaged Clinician Podcast! I'm your host, David Bayliff, talking with PT Troy Goetsch (Lincoln, NE) about stepping off the "busy" treadmill, the family moments that sparked a reset, and how he's bui...

Have you ever looked at someone's "overnight success" and thought, Man...how did they do that so fast? What if I told you that those "overnight" wins are really years in the making? Welcome back to the Uncaged Clinician Podcast with me, David Bayliff! I can hardly believe we're closing in on our 400th episode, seven years of conversations, growth, and showing up with you each week. That's a milest...

Have you ever felt like your business message isn't connecting the way it should? Or maybe you're realizing that what you started offering isn't exactly what your clients really want anymore? Welcome back to the Uncaged Clinician Podcast! I'm your host, Kevin DeGroot, and today I'm diving into something every business owner faces at some point brand evolution. As a physical therapist and business...

Do you find yourself constantly comparing your journey to others and feeling like you're falling short? What if the antidote to comparison isn't ignoring it, but shifting toward contrast and embracing your individuality? Welcome back to the Uncaged Clinician Podcast! I'm your host, Kevin DeGroot, and today I'm joined by my amazing wife, Hannah DeGroot. Together, we're tackling a topic that hits cl...

Ever wondered what it takes to grow your clinic from scratch and sell it for top value? How do you protect your clinic's legacy while stepping into your next chapter? Hey there, Uncaged Clinicians! David Bayliff here, and today we're diving into a story that's equal parts inspiring, strategic, and downright real. I'm joined by my good friend, fellow Shenandoah University alum, and physical therapy...

Feeling like a fraud, even when you're qualified? Ever downplayed your talents because they came too naturally? Welcome back to Uncaged Clinician! I'm your host, David Bayliff, and today, we're diving into something I know you've either felt yourself or seen in others: imposter syndrome. I've been there questioning my worth, second-guessing my gifts, and feeling like I didn't deserve my seat at th...

Ever wonder why some practices stand out effortlessly while others get lost in the noise? What's the one thing that truly attracts your ideal clients before you even speak to them? Hey hey! David Bayliff here, and welcome back to The Uncaged Clinician Podcast. Whether you're driving, walking the dog, or just chillin' with your coffee, I'm grateful you're letting me hang out with you in this episod...

Are you building a healthcare business and unsure if you're making the right financial decisions? Do you feel torn between playing it safe and scaling quickly? Hey UNCAGED CLINICIANS, Kevin DeGroot here. Welcome back. If you're in your first year of business or part of our Launchpad program, this one's for you. Today, we're talking about the early mistakes many healthcare providers make like locki...

Are you constantly saying "yes" and ending up overwhelmed and resentful? Want to learn how to set clear, healthy boundaries without burning bridges? Welcome to another episode of the Uncaged Clinician podcast! I'm Kevin DeGroot, and today I'm joined by my wife, Hannah DeGroot, a licensed counselor and mindset coach, as we dive into the topic of boundaries. We break down what boundaries are, how th...

Have you ever wondered how to turn your clients into your biggest promoters? Want to grow your practice without spending a dime on ads? Hey hey! It's David Bayliff here, and welcome to another episode of the Uncaged Clinician Podcast where we help you break out of the cage of traditional clinical life and build a practice that gives you freedom and purpose. Today's solo episode is a fun one becaus...

What does it really take to become a mission-driven leader in healthcare today? Are you building a team or just filling roles? Hey Uncaged Clinician family, David Bayliff here with a special crossover episode. I'm joined again by Lesli Jenkins from DFW and excited to welcome Stacye Mayo from Oklahoma City. We talk about real leadership in healthcare and how to stay focused on your purpose while ma...

Have you ever wondered what it takes to make travel truly accessible for people with physical or cognitive challenges? What if your clinical skills could help someone fulfill their lifelong dream of seeing the world? Hey, David Bayliff here to welcome you back to Uncaged Clinician. In this episode, I chat with Amberly Wiese, an Occupational Therapist who turned her personal health journey into a m...

Feeling like your business is running you instead of the other way around? What if reclaiming your time started with just one mindset shift? Hey there, and welcome back to Uncaged Clinician! I'm your host, David Bayliff, PT, turned business coach, solopreneur whisperer, and advocate for clinicians living a life of purpose. This episode is a candid, real talk about something every healthcare entrep...