#85 Top-of-Scope PT, Clinical Integrity & Inclusive Practice Models w/ Dr. Jeff Moore PT, DPT, OCS

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🥼 Hosted by Dr. Jessica Schwartz PT, DPT, CSCS, a doctor of Physical Therapy and brain injury survivor, who is unapologetically passionate about educating healthcare professionals about concussion, examination, intervention, collaboration, & advocacy.

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💡 In this Episode:
🎙️ In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Dr. Jeff Moore and Dr. Jessica Schwartz go deeper into what it means to operate at the top of your clinical scope and how payment models, clinic environments, and referral systems directly impact patient outcomes.

🧳 We Unpack:
•The difference between certification and true clinical confidence
•Why Institute of Clinical Excellence (ICE) Physio doesn’t offer residencies — and why that matters
•How emotionally intelligent PTs navigate flare-ups and complex patient presentations
•The dangers of myopic thinking in business and clinical care
•In-network vs out-of-network care: it’s not either-or — it’s AND

🤝 From concussion recovery to chronic pain, this episode highlights why environment, equity, and education matter and how we can all be part of the solution.

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🌎 Whether you’re a PT, OT, ATC, OD, or MD, this episode offers a compelling reminder that comprehensive concussion care must include a clear understanding of the the vagus nerve, nervous system, and pelvic health.

📄 #FOAMed Resources Mentioned In This Episode:
🔗 Institute of Clinical Excellence (ICE) Physio home page: https://ptonice.com/
🔗 Institute of Clinical Excellence (ICE) Physio Certifications page: https://ptonice.com/certifications/ 🔗 Institute of Clinical Excellence (ICE) Physio IG: https://www.instagram.com/icephysio/
🔗 Onward Home Page: https://onwardphysicaltherapy.com/
🔗 Onward IG page: https://www.instagram.com/onwardphysicaltherapy/

📖 Chapters:
00:00 Navigating Financial Challenges in Business
01:12 Top of Scope in Physical Therapy
02:28 The Importance of Clinical Expertise
05:24 Understanding Patient Reactions and Emotional Intelligence
08:19 The Role of Environment in Clinical Practice
11:16 Payment Models and Access to Care
14:25 Residency and Certification in Physical Therapy
18:11 The Future of Physical Therapy

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