Welcome to the new season of our Podcast! PT Leadership continues the legacy of Agile&Me with broader topics for both emerging and experienced outpatient physical therapy leaders.

In today's episode, Richard Leaver talks with Catie Butler about how to market your practice while avoiding costly legal and reputational pitfalls.

Key topics include:

• Learning how HIPAA impacts patient privacy in advertising, avoiding costly mistakes and building trust.
• Actionable tips on managing legal and ethical standards while driving growth.
• Practical strategies to balance patient care with effective, compliant marketing practices.

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Let's wrap the year with a look back on the challenges, developments, and momentum that the physical therapy profession encountered in 2025. Alliance Physical Therapy Partners CEO Richard Leaver talks with Team Rehab CEO Nick Weber, in this final episode of the year.

In this episode, you'll join the conversation about:

• Outpatient PT industry health and developments
• Optimization and technology adoption
• Outlook and priorities for 2026

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On this episode of Agile&Me, host Richard Leaver is joined by Nick Patel, Executive Director of the Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation (APTQI), to discuss the evolving landscape of advocacy in physical therapy. Nick shares insights from his eight years of leadership at APTQI, the challenges faced by the industry, and the strides made toward creating a stronger, unified voice for the profession.

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How do we train this generation of PT students? What is being asked of them that our Clinical Instructors need to recognize? How do I connect with young people in my clinic?

If you're asking any of these questions, this episode is for you. Ashlee Butler, PT works across the country to help bridge the gap between academic knowledge and clinical competencies. She joins Richard today to share insights about the needs of students and CIs for how to be successful in the clinical placement process.

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In this episode of Agile&Me, Ryan Buckley joins Richard Leaver to get real about the pressures and opportunities for outpatient physical therapy clinics in 2025 and 2026.

There's real reason to be optimistic about the coming months and years as practices adopt new technology and look forward to rebounding demand for patients.

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In this episode of Agile&Me, guest expert Jason Wambold shares valuable insights on variable compensation models in outpatient physical therapy, exploring how these flexible pay structures can boost therapist satisfaction, support recruitment and retention, and benefit clinic owners.

Tune in to learn practical strategies and real-world examples that highlight the advantages of offering compensation choices for therapists and fostering a supportive, thriving work environment.

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Clinic Director Jordan Finger interviews our CEO, Richard Leaver, in a role-reversing conversation! Explore Richard’s journey from the UK to the US healthcare system, the evolving role of physical therapists, and how strong culture drives sustainable success. Packed with leadership insights and industry expertise, this is a must-listen for healthcare professionals and leaders.

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In this episode of Agile&Me, host Richard Leaver chats with Marla Ranieri, VP of Clinical Excellence at Prompt Therapy Solutions, about AI’s transformative role in physical therapy. Marla shares her journey from physical therapist to innovator, exploring how AI technologies improve clinical practices. They discuss how AI tackles challenges like clinician burnout and reimbursement complexities while addressing concerns about data accuracy and compliance. Tune in to discover how AI is shaping the future of healthcare, enhancing patient care, and offering practical tools for integrating AI into physical therapy practices.

To learn more about us, visit our website at https://www.allianceptp.com/