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Ep. 205 - SPT Clinical Rotations: COVID-19 Patient Case in the Acute Care Setting with Jessica Dec 23, 2020

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It's story time on this episode as we are joined by 3rd year SPT, Jessica Ruiz! She shares a riveting experience about adapting to new challenges in both the clinical and mental aspects of learning to develop skills as a PT. As Jessica went into her clinical with a confident headspace and bilingual skills to work with her new Spanish-speaking patient, new symptoms and signs led her to question what was really affecting her patient and whether it was a COVID complication. Throughout the process, she walks us through the mental push & pull that occurs and how she found the strength to believe in her gut feeling and work with the medical team to give the best possible treatment. She reminds all the SPT's out there that, despite feeling a lack of experience, you are all equipped with the right tools to build skills and advocate for your patients. Whether it be insecurity, imposter syndrome, or overall self-questioning, Jessica shares an incredible story of growing and trusting in oneself both personally and professionally. She finishes off with her best piece of advice for SPT's who may experience similar clinical struggles during trying times.

Jessica's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicaruiz.spt/

Jessica's Email: jessica.ruiz@samuelmerritt.edu

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Ep 204: So What Should I do as a Student Physical Therapist during Winter Break? Dec 20, 2020

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In this episode of GRADitude, Sarah and Gabby discuss what they personally during Winter break and give advice/resources to help you make the most of your break. Check out our website below for the book recommendations mentioned and use our promo code below to save on your KenHub purchase! We are also in our 12 days of giveaway, and on our 8th day so you still have 4 more chances to win! Check out our Instagram @graditude_the_podcast for more info. We hope you take that much-needed break from your semester/clinicals!

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Ep. 203 - SPT Advice Series: 10 Tips for SPT's (Pt. 2) Dec 16, 2020

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Happy Wednesday as we welcome back part 2 of our SPT Advice Series! We gathered 10 unique and important pieces of advice from previous guests of the GRADitude podcast (plus some bonus advice from the hosts themselves) about anything from mental health and personal accountability, to specific SPT skills and experiences. As we begin to close this year that has been like no other, we want to remind our listeners and students about the importance of maintaining their goals no matter what this year looked like for you. Although our guests provide insight and tips based on their own unique experiences, there is always more to learn no matter where you are in your journey! So take a seat, take a break, and listen in to these special tips to finish the year strong & carry the momentum into 2021. You got this!

Want to hear/learn more from these guests? Below is a list of the guests in order of appearance and the corresponding GRADitude episode:

- Kyle Rice (Ep. 47)

- Gabrielle Whisler (Ep. 71)

- Josh Simons (Ep. 123)

- Alissa Geipel (Ep. 173)

- Damian Johnson (Ep. 145)

- Savanna Van Diest (Ep. 127)

- Kevin Hamidi (Ep. 137)

- Shanté Cofield (Ep. 133)

- DPT Steph (Ep. 147)

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Ep. 202: Remember Everything, Forever with Picnomic Dec 13, 2020

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In this special episode of GRADitude, Sarah and Gabbi feature Picmonic and how you can utilize it for your classes, exams, and boards. Picnomic is an innovative platform that uses research-proven tactics to increase long-term memory by 330% and increase exam scores by 50% utilizing memory hacks and study tips. Listen in to hear Sarah and Gabbi go over the resources and interactive activities Picnomic offers.

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Ep. 201 - Finance, Education, and PT with Will Butler Dec 09, 2020

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You won't want to miss this episode of GRADitude as we are joined by DPT and financial advisor, Will Butler! From an early self-discovery of skills related to networking, business, and helping others, he walks us through his PT school experience and journey towards a non-clinical focus. Despite the overlap of finance and clinical practice, Will talks about how he noticed the gap of language and understanding between the two, and how he decided to work on it himself. In learning and working towards a license in financial services, while being a full time physical therapist, Will talks about the needed transition in both time management and communication regarding personal finance. Now, as a licensed financial advisor, Will strives to not only grow his skills but also educate other students and business-owning clinicians. As he shares with us his most commonly asked questions, he also shares personal pieces of advice about taking on more and not being afraid to fail early, often, but also forward. Tune in to this episode for some real advice they don't always teach you in school about not being afraid to take on what you want.

Want to schedule a talk with Will? http://financialphysio.com/ https://www.instagram.com/financial_physio/

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Ep. 200: Clinical Rotation Reflections Dec 06, 2020

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In this special episode of GRADitude, Sarah and Gabby celebrate a huge milestone of reaching 200 episodes! In addition, Sarah and Gabby reflect on their clinical rotation experiences. From their last days with their Clinical Instructor, what they wished they had known before starting their rotation, how documenting went and what their process was, how their clinic differed from Pre-COVID to during COVID, and much more. Tune in to hear their responses, and let us know what you would like to hear more about clinical rotations.

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Ep. 199 - Physical Therapy & Run Coaching with Kristen Schulz Dec 02, 2020

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On this episode on GRADitude, we are joined by physical therapist, run coach, and founder of Breaking 5 podcast; Kristen Schulz! To start off, Kristen walks us through her adventurous journey. From being a traveling PT right out of PT school to cash-based PT, she describes the changes in mindset that helped shape her vision of the physical therapy she wanted to be involved in. As an experienced runner herself, Kristen shares how she was able to analyze the physical therapy experience from both the runner's perspective as well as the PT's approach. Not only did this allow her to help establish herself as a run coach, but create individualized plans for different runners depending on their progress, goals, and even injuries. While Kristen was able to bridge the gap between a PT recovery and coaching/strengthening, she also figured out ways to coach clinicians specializing in runners. Despite the lack of motivation that many of us experienced during this surreal, COVID-run year, Kristen reminds us of the importance of taking the little steps toward the big goal and remember to "run your life."

Kristen's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristen_runyourlife/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/runyourlifePT

Podcast: Breaking 5 - A Running Podcast

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Ep. 198 Anatomy + Study Hacks with Kenhub Nov 29, 2020

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In this special episode of GRADitude, Sarah and Gabby discuss Kenhub and how it can assist you in studying topics such as anatomy and physiology for your classes and the NPTE. Kenhub is an all-in-one online anatomy & physiology medical imaging tool with a huge color atlas and an extensive library of articles and hundreds of interactive quizzes videos and on every topic. Kenhub helps you learn anatomy quickly, efficiently, and enjoyably as possible. Listen in to hear Sarah and Gabby break down all of the tools and resources Kenhub offers.

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Ep. 197 - Parenthood, Personal Practice, and PT School with Blake Bohanan Nov 25, 2020

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On this episode of GRADitude, we are joined by DPT, husband, father, and strength coach, Blake Bohanan! Join us as Blake tells us about the many hats he wears and how he time manages for all of them. Although physical therapy was not his original path, Blake shares his switch to PT school as well as his mindset that helped him succeed from the first (and hardest) semester. Blake also shares the incredible story of how him and his wife officially became parents on the last day of his first clinical rotation! Learning to balance PT and parenting, he discusses his best pieces of advice for fellow fathers in PT school as well their classmates. As an individual who constantly learned and absorbed new information, Blake talks about how he branched outside of the PT field to help him grow and fulfill goals for his personal business and creating a PT practice he believed in. Listen in as this working dad brings all kinds of inspiration, fun stories, and helpful resources to spark some much needed motivation for creating balance in your life!

Blake's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/dr.blakebo/

https://www.instagram.com/shiftperformancept/

Stay safe & have a happy Thanksgiving from everyone at GRADitude!

Ep. 196: What would you do in an Emergency? Nov 22, 2020

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In this episode of GRADitude, Sarah and Gabby discuss emergency situations and their personal experiences. Some highlights are Gabi discussing the importance of knowing red flag screenings and examinations, and Sarah discussing her experience as a rehab tech in emergency situations. Tune in to learn more about their experiences in emergency situations.

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