Renaissance man Dr. F. Scott Feil discusses his journey in physical therapy and shares insights on overcoming monotony in the profession. Dr. Feil emphasizes the importance of looking for opportunities for growth, engaging in side-hustles, and leveraging skills to create multiple income streams. He also talks about the significance of effective communication and sales in healthcare, the challenges of burnout, and building a business that aligns with personal values. The episode underscores the value of continual self-improvement and innovative thinking in achieving career satisfaction and success in physical therapy.

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00:00 Introduction to Waves Podcast

00:58 Meet Dr. F. Scott Feil

01:44 Financial Challenges in Physical Therapy

03:17 The Side Hustle Journey

03:35 Entrepreneurial Spirit and Early Influences

04:44 Balancing Career and Personal Life

06:17 Starting a Mobile Physical Therapy Practice

08:00 Consulting and Business Growth

13:30 The Importance of Communication and Sales

19:43 Challenges in Physical Therapy

22:47 Business Education in Academia

24:14 Real-World Business Skills

25:36 Opportunities in Physical Therapy

30:04 Balancing Work and Life

33:03 Finding Job Satisfaction

34:48 The Reality of Burnout

38:50 Entrepreneurship Isn't for Everyone 39:41 Final Thoughts

Alex Hill, an outpatient physical therapist based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a gem of a human being. She shares her decade-long journey in physical therapy, specializing in pelvic health, oncology, lymphedema, and gender-affirming care. Alex, perhaps better known as The OncoPelvic PT, discusses the importance of trauma-informed care, patient empowerment, and validation in clinical practice. Additionally, Alex reflects on her experiences with residency, mentorship, and the evolving understanding and acceptance of pelvic health and oncology in society and the medical field.

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00:00 Meet Alex Hill: Physical Therapist Introduction

00:46 Specializations and Passion for Public Health

01:35 Podcast Journey and Oncology Focus

03:55 Pelvic Health and Oncology Intersection

06:41 Educational Path and Residency Experience

15:58 Mentorship and Resources for New Professionals

24:27 The Power of Healing Touch

26:08 Patient Control in Medical Settings

26:46 Trauma-Informed Care in Oncology

28:49 Normalizing Pelvic Health Conversations

40:34 Gender Affirming Care in Rehab

45:06 Concluding Thoughts and Contact Information

The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) represents over 100,000 clinicians and students. Each state chapter, specialty section and academy, and special interest group are run by its members, all of whom serve on a volunteer basis.

Brian Gilbert, PT, MSPT, Cert. MDT, Cert. DN, and board certified orthopedic clinical specialist, is the current president of APTA Michigan. He talks about, among other things, the importance of giving back to the profession, in ways big or small, as a way of protecting our license and advocating for the best care for our patients.