Jimmy McKay sits down with Jay Dicharry, renowned physical therapist and inventor of the MOBO Board. Jay shares his journey from identifying a critical gap in foot and ankle rehab to designing a product that’s now used by elite athletes and clinicians alike.

Discover how the MOBO Board went from concept to creation, the challenges faced during development, and the importance of producing a product that genuinely solves a problem. Whether you're a physical therapist or entrepreneur, Jay's insights on scaling, product iteration, and staying lean will inspire you to take the plunge on your next big idea.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

03:20 - Identifying the problem: The birth of the MOBO Board

06:15 - Prototyping and early development

08:40 - Why good products don’t need flashy marketing

12:15 - Challenges of scaling a physical product

16:00 - The importance of a lean business model

19:30 - Learning from customer feedback and product iterations

22:50 - How MOBO Board impacts clinicians and athletes

26:45 - Tips for physical therapists wanting to create their own product

30:15 - The future of foot and ankle rehab

In this episode, we’re joined by Amir Rand, Director of Talent Acquisition at Spear, who shares his unique journey from working as a physical therapy aide to transitioning into a non-clinical role at one of NYC’s top PT organizations. Amir talks about opening clinics, leading regional operations, and now overseeing talent recruitment at Spear. He sheds light on the opportunities available to physical therapists outside of the traditional clinical path and offers inspiration for PTs looking to pivot or explore alternative career trajectories.

Key Takeaways:

• Amir’s career journey from PT aide to leading Spear’s Talent Acquisition team.
• How his clinical experience informs his non-clinical role and makes him a more effective leader in recruitment.
• Insights into opening and managing PT clinics in NYC and transitioning to corporate roles.
• The importance of always looking for new opportunities and creating your own path in the PT profession.

Guest Information: Amir Rand

Director of Talent Acquisition at Spear

In this episode, we dive into the concept of "Bridge Visits" – a faster way to get patients into physical therapy while they wait for their regular provider. Special guest Jerry Durham, PT joins us for the first 15 minutes to share his insights on how clinics can improve patient experience and satisfaction from the very first phone call.

Jerry is an expert in patient engagement and clinic operations.

He’ll be presenting at PPS 2024 with his talk titled "DROP OFFS, NO SHOWS, CANCELS: The Short Term cashflow killer, The Long Term Value Destroyer" – a must-see for any practice owner or manager looking to boost their clinic’s efficiency and profitability. Learn how the front desk can make or break your patient relationships and how to optimize this crucial part of your business.

In this episode, we cover:

What are Bridge Visits and how can they help fill your schedule?

Why patients appreciate quick access to care without long waitlists.

Jerry Durham’s expertise on building a better front desk experience.

Tips for improving your clinic’s intake process and patient satisfaction.