Episodes

What does it mean to be a Physical Therapist Assistant in the military? In this episode of PT Pintcast , host Katie Sutton sits down with Staff Sergeant Joel Medina , a licensed PTA and Air Force medical professional, to expl...

In this episode of PT Pintcast , Katie sits down with Macie Frederick Rogers , a Physical Therapist Assistant who has grown into a multi-site clinic director with ATI. Macie shares her journey from graduating PTA school in 20...

What if becoming a Doctor of Physical Therapy as a PTA didn’t mean starting over? On this episode of PTA+ , Katie Sutton chats with Erin Faraclas , Program Director at New England Tech, about their PTA → DPT Bridge Program — ...

After 20 years in the field, Samantha Laswell’s world changed when chronic illness forced her to reassess everything. In this powerful episode, Sammy shares how she went from pushing through burnout to building a life filled ...

What does it take to go from saying “I’m just a PTA” to being a respected leader, educator, and advocate in the PT space? In this episode, we talk with Jessica , a physical therapist assistant, Army veteran, educator, and RTM...

In this episode, we sit down with Katie Sutton , a nationally recognized PTA leader, podcast host, and educator who’s reshaping how PTAs see their value, their role, and their future. Katie is the host of the PTA+ Podcast , a...

Katie Sutton and Jimmy McKay dive into the major shakeups coming in rehab therapy: - The PT/PTA/OTA workforce shortage and why high schoolers are choosing other paths - The power of *unpacking* a career before diving in - 5–1...

In this empowering episode of the PTA Plus Podcast , we’re joined by the inspiring Sanaz Holcomb , a Physical Therapist Assistant from Ohio who has navigated a powerful leadership journey—from local meetings to influential po...

In this episode of the PTA+ Podcast, host Katie Sutton sits down with Briana Drapp , DPT, PTA — founder of PTA Elevation , a study platform that has helped nearly 2,000 PTA students pass the NPTE. Briana opens up about her pe...

In this honest and energizing conversation, John Cooper , a seasoned PTA and newly certified ASTYM practitioner, opens up about the regrets he’s overcome , the power of lifelong learning , and how he found new purpose through...

In this episode, we dive into the PTA Council’s mission—to ensure every PTA voice is heard in APTA. Alyssa Thompson shares how her journey from professional dance to outpatient PTA, educator, and PTA Council chair has shaped ...

What happens when a physical therapist assistant with decades of clinical experience gets sidelined by long COVID — and decides it’s time to rewrite her career? In this inspiring episode, Gina Vitale shares how she transition...

Katie sits down with new grad PTA and leader Russ Burns for a vibrant discussion about advocacy, innovation, AI, and what it means to be a modern PTA in 2025. As they prepare to attend the Future of Rehab Therapy Summit at AP...

In this insightful episode, host Katie Sutton sits down with Drew Contreras of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) to unpack the five biggest reasons PTAs (and other rehab professionals) must pay attention to the...

Original Airdate:Aug. 3, 2023 Welcome to the PTA+ Podcast! In this episode, host Katie Sutton has a captivating conversation with Amy Smith Hamel, PTA, a remarkable leader in the physical therapy field. Amy, the Regional Dire...

This week’s conversation pulls no punches: it’s time to stop waiting for someone to save your PT career. If you’re not embracing change, building tech literacy, and developing self-awareness, you’re falling behind. We cover: ...

This week’s conversation pulls no punches: it’s time to stop waiting for someone to save your PT career. If you’re not embracing change, building tech literacy, and developing self-awareness, you’re falling behind. We cover: ...

Many physical therapists and PTAs hit a career crossroads—burnout, stagnation, or the itch to try something new. In this episode, Jimmy and Katie Dwyer walk through a 4-question framework inspired by James Clear to help you r...

In today's episode, Katie interviews returning guest, Dr. Drew Wilcox, who is a PTA and PTA educator at Utah Tech. Drew talks about the reason he pursued a Ph.D. and then breaks down the groundbreaking research he performed f...

In today's episode, Katie interviews Elizabeth Simmons, PTA, Federal Affairs Liaison to the PTA Council, and PTA Council Representative/Board of Directors member in Indiana. Elizabeth is well-versed in all things “advocacy” a...

In today's episode, Katie and Sean Bagbey, PTA and Co-founder of Rehabilitation and Performance Institute (RPI) and recent Co-Host of the Health Education Transformation Podcast (HET Podcast) interview each other in a mash-up...

In today's episode, Katie interviews Drew Wilcox, Associate Professor of Physical Therapy at Utah Tech. Drew has a strong professional background in PTA education, and is an advocate for PTA advancement, student collaboration...

In today's episode, Katie interviews Rachel Foltz, Assistant Director at Central American Medical Outreach, also known as CAMO. Rachel previously worked as a PTA prior to transitioning to her current role at CAMO. Katie and R...

In today's solo episode, Katie explores developing yourself as a Clinical Instructor with the audience. While it is fully recognized that developing as a CI varies across the spectrum regarding school and facility policy and ...