Authors Francis Clarence Chua and Cheryll Didi Nellie Obra discussed further their research entitled "Framework for the Priority Actions of Filipino Physical Therapists in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management." They explained how even entry-level physical therapists can contribute to DRRM efforts and what it would entail to promote and raise awareness of the practice of PTs in this field. Ryan Rolliane Simon, a local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management officer, provided some background...

Welcome to part two of our conversation with some of the Philippine Physical therapy association's board of officers, Michael Gabilo, PTRP, DHPEd, Juan Doco, PTRP, Christian Rimando, PTRP, MSPT, Lily Bautista, PT, DPT, PTRP, and Patrick Bonnevie, PTRP, MRS. In this last part of the conversation, we focused on some of the issues that were raised and emerged in a physical therapy group forum. We asked about the boards' insights and stand issues like unlicensed practitioners hired in a physical...

This episode was recorded live last September as part of the celebration of the World and National Physical Therapy Day last September 8th. I was joined by some of the Philippine Physical Therapy Association (PPTA)'s board of officers headed by its president Mr. Mike Gabilo, PTRP, DPH along with the external vice-president, Mr. Juan Doco, PTRP, internal vice-president, Christian Rimando, MSPT, PTRP, Secretary - Mr. Patric Bonnevie, PTRP, MRS, and Treasurer - Dr. Lily Bautista, PTRP, PT,...

Here's another episode from a live podcast interview with Atty. Flomy Javier Diza of Reeves Immigration Law Group. In his episode, Atty. Diza talked about the different types of visas PTs from the Philippines, Canada, and Australia get to work as a PT here in the US. He described non-immigrant and immigrant visas and their eligibility. He also talked about concerns about migrating with the family or if a non-immigrant working visa expires. He also gave some advice on other pathways to stay in...

This is a recorded live stream of the podcast. I presented the result of the informal survey I made last July to see how much physical therapists charge for their homecare visits in the Philippines. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ptmealpodcast/support

Lady Michelle Servillas, PT, CEEAA, CADDCT, CDP manages and owns several home health companies, outpatient clinics, and a foundation that provides for underserved populations. In this episode, she shared valuable insight and advice on starting and owning a business. She described how she started in entrepreneurship, and how she manages multiple companies. She also discussed some drawbacks in being a business as well as failures and challenges she encounter as a business owner. Lady...

This was a live podcast episode where we talked about some concerns Filipino PTs encounter when migrating and working here in the US. This conversation started back in CSM last February in San Antonio, Texas and we just thought of sharing it with everyone. You'll hear different stories of struggles and challenges as internationally educated and trained physical therapists when we all started our careers here. We discussed working in the US and adjusting to the new practice, lacking confidence...

This podcast was recorded live in celebration of Pride Month. The discussion is about LGBTQIA+ concerns in Physical Therapy with Phil Dumaligan, Regina Araquel, and Jewels Racho. They shared stories of discrimination, healthcare access concerns of LGBTQ+, and competency and inclusiveness in PT practice. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ptmealpodcast/support

Ma. Roxanne Fernandez, MSPT, PTRP is a PhD student at the University of Waikato in New Zealand. In this episode, she shared what it's like to pursue her PhD degree and what motivated her to do so. She also shared what goes on in her program, her current project, and the lessons she has learned in her journey so far. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ptmealpodcast/support

This was recorded from the recent live podcast episode I did where I recapped past episodes and teased about future ones. Plus, since June is Trauma Awareness month, let's talk about ways to strengthen mental health awareness. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ptmealpodcast/support

In this episode, Jan Mikaela Ramos and Neil Zachary Aningalan share their experiences as physical therapy students about to become interns this coming academic year. We talked about what they liked about being physical therapy students and what they look forward to as interns and as professionals. We also talked about some of their current struggles while in PT school here in the Philippines. So if you're someone interested in studying physical therapy, this might be something that can help...

Jay Enriquez, PTRP, PT, DPT, DMS, Charmaine Geronimo, PTRP, PT, DPT, and Liezelle Soriano, PTRP, DPT share their experiences in taking the transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy (tDPT) or post-professional Doctor of Physical Therapy while still in the Philippines. They talked about why they chose their universities to earn their Doctor of Physical Therapy degrees and also discussed their respective programs, academic load, time to finish, and tuition. They also described how earning their...

Mayvhin Atienza, PTRP, HCPC Registered is a Band 5 Physiotherapist at Central London Community Healthcare. She graduated from the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila last 2012 and was Clinical Supervisor at  Metropolitan Medical Center - Department of Rehabilitation Medicine. In this episode, she discussed the steps she took to process her physiotherapist license in the UK. She also shared why she decided to establish her career in the UK. She described the difference and similarities in her...

Bakit kailangan lagyan ng "preferably female" o "preferably male" ang job post description ng ilang physical therapy jobs?  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ptmealpodcast/support

Here are some highlights from the past conversations we had in the podcast. Jenny Youseff, PT, DPT discussed how she educates her patient about the normal parts of aging. Kali Dayton, DNP, ACNP describes the role of physical therapists in early mobility based on her experience in the ICU. Camille Alcoriza, PT, DPT and Daryl Marcelo, PT shared some tips for starting your journey to financial independence. Reina Nakahata answered the question about the average physiotherapist salary in Canada....

Research authors Archelle Jane Callejo-Tiuseco, Ella Mae Rueda, and Kyla Mari Carbonell discuss their study entitled "Perception of Filipino Physicians on the Roles and Scope of Practice of Physical Therapy in the Philippines: A Multi-method Quantitative Study." They talked about the context behind their research, the results as well as its implication for the physical therapy profession and practice specifically professional collaboration between physicians and PTs and the physical therapy...

Jasmine Lianne Esguerra, PTRP took the top spot in the December 2021 Philippine Physical Therapist Licensure exam with a rating of 90.40%.  In this episode, she talked about her journey to being a top-notcher - from her preparation, study habits, support systems, superstitious beliefs, and specific goals in taking the exam. She also shared how she manages burnout during those times of studying and her advice to colleagues about to take their licensure exams. --- Support this podcast:...

Archelle Jane Callejo-Tiuseco, MSPH, PTRP, PT, and Architect Luis Gloda talk about their collaborative relationship in the recovery and rehabilitation of after Luis' AVM rupture. In this episode, we talked about Luis's experience and how his stroke impacted his life. Archelle and Luis talked about how they communicate in creating a plan for Luis to include his own goals as well as the contribution of his family. Archelle also discussed the interventions and techniques she employed in Luis'...

Reina Nakahata is currently in Canada, in the process of becoming an independent physiotherapist. In today's conversation, we talked about the process of becoming a physiotherapist in Canada, the expenses that an applicant may incur, and the general feel of the licensure exam. We also discussed the truth behind the news that Canada is discontinuing its clinical exam for physiotherapist applicants. Lastly, we talked about what a physiotherapist does in Canada that may differ from the practice...

In this episode, you'll hear my conversation with Maria Aguila, PT, DPT about our experience in the recently concluded APTA Combined Sections Meeting held in San Antonio, Texas. Maria turned the table a bit and did the hosting since it was my first time attending the CSM in-person. We talked about expectations and motivations in attending the conference and what we look forward to for next year's event. Our conversation led to us talking about the experiences and struggles of internationally...

In this episode, I'll take about my experience in attending the APTA Combined Sections Meeting (CSM) in person for the first time as well as my takeaways from the first day of talks. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ptmealpodcast/support

Camille Alcoriza,PT, DPT, and Daryl Marcelo, PT are physical therapists who are on their journey to living with intention and financial independence. In our conversation, they shared what motivated them in starting this journey. They also discussed their strategies in reaching their goals of early retirement as well as the challenges they face along the way. They also described how and what they do in their trial retirement. Lastly, they gave some tips and advice to those who are interested...

Kali Dayton, DNP, ACNP is an ICU nurse practitioner and ICU consultant. She is the host of the Walking Home from the ICU podcast where she talks to healthcare professionals and ICU survivors about their experiences in the ICU. In today's episode, we are going to talk about the ICU, sedation effects and practices, and the role of physical therapists with Kali Dayton, an acute care nurse practitioner and the host of Walking Home From the ICU Podcast. We talked about the effects of sedation,...

Jenny Youssef, PT is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Board-certified Clinical Specialist in Geriatric Physical Therapy (GCS), a Certified Lymphedema Therapist, and Certified Exercise Expert in Aging Adult (CEEAA). She's currently the Vice-Chair of Global Health in Aging Adult Special Interest Group in the APTA Geriatrics. In this episode, Jenny described her practice as a geriatric physical therapist. We also talked about different models or terms associated with aging like successful,...

The second part of our recap is our visit to three middle east countries - Qatar, United Arab Emirates, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Listen to Bea Palon, a physiotherapist in Qatar describe what she does there as a physiotherapist and how it's different or similar to her previous practice in the Philippines. Stephanie Ilustre talked about the adjustment process she had to undertake to work in the United Arab Emirates. Lastly, Joel de Leon Quiambao, a rehab director and physiotherapist,...