2 docs with 2 cents by Leon & Carrie Knight

Carrie and Leon talk about the do's and dont's when seeking employment. They share personal experiences and advice from both the interviewer and interviewee sides. 

Leon and Carrie talk to Dr. Drew Contreras, PT about his role as a physical therapist in the Military and the White House. He offers information in regards to the autonomy of a PT, the relationship established between solider and practitioner, and the new army physical fitness test. 

Carrie and Leon talk with well known strength and conditioning coach, Dan John, about what he has learned over his 40 years in the field and what advice he has for those up and coming. 

Leon and Carrie talk with Tianna Bartoletta, 2 time US Olympian and 3 time gold medalist, about her journey from high school, through college, and onto becoming an olympian.  They discuss what it takes to become an olympian and stay an olympian.

Leon and Carrie talk with Dr. Breanna Welsh, PT about the role of a physical therapist during the entire pregnancy spectrum including preconception, during pregnancy, during labor, and postpartum. 

Leon and Carrie talk with strength and conditioning coach, Jason Benguche about all things regarding the college and pro weight room. They discuss an athlete's preparation, performance, and how to motivate them.

Carrie and Leon talk with Dr. Ivan Hernandez, PT, SCS, OCS, CSCS about how he has evolved as a clinician during his 20 years of practice. He shares his thoughts on the current dichotomy of the physical therapy profession and how to best use the current research to challenge our biases.

Carrie and Leon talk with Dr. Shante Cofield, PT, OCS, CSCS all about how to navigate and find your place on social media. They talk about ways to optimize your presence as a clinician on social media and how to have fun doing it.

Leon and Carrie talk to Frank Osborne, founder of Hawkgrips and Action Medical Technologies, about his story, how Hawkgrips came into existence, and he discusses his new autoinjector company. Frank is a true and bold entrepreneur with an inspiring story and great understanding about the importance of networking. 

Leon and Carrie talk to Dr. Andy Galpin who is a professor with his PhD in Human Bioenergetics. They discuss many topics surrounding an athlete's performance including nutrition, training, and common neglected areas.

Leon and Carrie talk with Ed Pagan, the most recent graduate of Movement Solutions University about his clinical experience including what he's learned, some highlights, and some funny quirks about Leon as a clinical instructor. 

Leon and Carrie talk to Dr. Erson Religioso about a growing trend amongst the physical therapy world. They discuss how the  different tribes have impacted the PT world and the patient experience. 

Carrie and Leon come back from a hiatus and discuss what they have been up to and what the listeners can look forward to in the upcoming episodes. Feel free to email them with your ideas for future episodes.

Carrie and Leon talk about some of their past episodes and guests. They host their own superlative award show reflecting on some of the most memorable episodes.

Carrie and Leon talk to Dr. Jeff Shub, MD about his background and passion for natural living. Jeff goes into detail about what natural living entails and the benefits he and his clients have experienced.

Leon and Carrie talk about the mistakes they have made as business owners and what to learn from each experience. They hope to help you avoid the same mistakes and feel that although mistakes can be costly, everyone should make sure to evaluate their own in order to learn and grow from the experience. 

Leon and Carrie talk with fellow PT Dr. Matt Hartshorne about current holes in the DPT curriculum and how/if it can be improved. They each give their opinions on residencies, knowledge gaps for new grads, and what it means to be entry level.  

Carrie and Leon discuss a hot topic, which is the social media biases that can negatively impact student's perspective. Carrie and Leon breakdown how to properly analyze the information presented on social media in order to use it in your practice.

Carrie and Leon are joined by Entrepreneur and physical therapist Dr. Kellen Scantlebury. Kellen brings insight into his growing physical therapy practice in New York City. He discusses the challenges of hiring the right staff, creating the best environment for patients, and the differences between practicing and business owning. 

Leon interviews Carrie to get her take on what it is like to be married to an entrepreneur. She gives some key advice for others in the same position. 

Carrie and Leon talk with Danny Matta, PT, DPT about all facets of entrepreneurship. They discuss the type of clinician that will succeed in this model, why accepting insurance causes headaches, and the future of the cash based model. 

The Doc's talk about the importance of critical thinking and what role it plays in practicing physical therapy. They discuss how to use critical thinking skills to interpret and use evidence effectively.

Carrie and Leon talk with The Prehab Guys about their impact in the health and fitness industry in a short period of time. They discuss their brand, products, and overall goals.

Carrie and Leon have a spirited debate about what should be the motivating factor behind their treatment as physical therapists. They each describe their agendas when treating patients and getting results.

Leon and Carrie discuss the 7 different settings of PT including acute care, inpatient rehab, skilled nursing, home health, outpatient, travel, and school. They talk about the role of PT, the pay scale, and the politics in each setting.

Carrie and Leon talk with highly respected strength and conditioning coach of the Carolina Panthers, Joe Kenn aka Big House Power about program development. Joe discusses his thought process behind the Tier System he developed that has been successful in maximizing his athlete's performance.

Carrie and Leon discuss with physical therapist Dr. Quinn Henoch on the multiple factors to consider when treating athletes. Also, he discusses his unique setting within the cash based PT world.

Carrie and Leon talk with Joe Kenn who works as the head strength and conditioning coach of the Carolina Panthers. Joe Kenn discusses how he got started and how far he has come. He also shares advice for those that aspire to become a strength and conditioning coach at the highest level.

Leon discusses several conservative methods, such as, cortisone injections, PRP, and stem cell procedures with orthopedic surgeon Dr. Jason Hammond. Also, they touch on his entrepreneurial projects.

Carrie and Leon discuss the culture of CrossFit with Dr. Brian Bochette who is a physical therapist and part owner of a CrossFit Thoroughbreds in Fort Myers, Florida. As a clinician, he provides details on how to manage the CrossFit athlete. 

Leon and Carrie talk with orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Nima Mehran about the critical relationship between a surgeon and physical therapist. They discuss hurdles on both ends that can impact patient care. Dr. Nima Mehran gives advice to physical therapist on how to improve communication between the surgeons and physical therapists.

Carrie and Leon discuss with Dr. Nick Torres his unique manual approach to therapy. Also, he discusses the importance of continuing education and what it's like to own his own physical therapy practice.

Leon and Carrie Knight talk to Dr. James Spencer, DC about the different perspectives both patients and clinicians have of physical therapists vs. chiropractors. 

Carrie and Leon talk with Dr. Bobby Esbrandt, PT about the different challenges working with high level athletes and what it takes to be effective and successful.

Leon and Carrie talk to Dr. Joel Seedman, PhD about the evolution of fitness industry, pain science, and his training philosophy that centers around biomechanics. 

Carrie and Leon talk with Nick Hannah, physical therapist, about the importance of establishing trust with patients, strategies to apply, and how failures should be times of learning and reflection.

Leon and Carrie talk to personal trainer, Andrew Hannon, about the demand golf puts on the body, major injuries that affect golfers, and his strategies to help golfers reduce injury and improve performance. 

Carrie & Leon talk with chiropractor, Jacob Harden, about all things prehab and rehab. They discuss the intricacies of disability, pain, and the importance of moving and staying active during the rehab process. 

Carrie and Leon talk to fellow physical therapist, Dr. Jacob Templar, about the McKenzie approach to chronic pain patients and strategies to empower them.

Leon and Carrie talk to performance coach, DJ Edwards, who specializes in training baseball players. As a former collegiate baseball player, DJ gives insight on the demands of sport and his training approach.

Leon and Carrie talk to Dr. Wesley Wang, PT, DPT all about ACL reconstruction and rehab. Wesley and Leon passionately share their own experiences with ACL surgery and rehab. They also discuss the importance of individualized programming during in order to prepare the athlete to return to their sport.

Carrie and Leon talk with physical therapist and business owner, Kevin Kucko, all about what it takes to be an entrepreneur and the differences between cash-based vs. insurance model private practices.

Carrie and Leon discuss the details of Fascial Stretch Therapy Sarah Mariano. Sarah explains the method and it's benefits. Also, we talk about the studies on regarding stretching and posture. Lastly, they discuss their social media influence. 

Carrie and Leon discuss the role Prehab has in decreasing injuries and helping people maintain an active lifestyle.

Carrie and Leon are joined by Dr. Nicole and Dr. Marc Surdyka for a round table discussion on many facets of Physical Therapy. Some of the topics discussed include being a PT couple, residency, treatment styles, and business. 

Leon and Carrie talk to Dr. Christopher Swart, CSCS assistant professor at Bridgewater State University. They discuss the physiology, symptoms, and impact of overtraining syndrome. 

Leon and Kyle talk about the increasingly popular blood flow restriction training in the rehab setting. Dr. Kyle Coffey goes into detail about how to use it, the benefits, and who benefits from it.

Dr. Leon and Carrie Knight sit down and have a conversation about a few different topics. They discuss their journey with intermittent fasting, as well as how to handle student loans. Lastly they touch on some observations they have made, as PTs, about the general population. 

Leon and Dr. Jen Esquer have a deep conversation on the steps you need to take in order to build a brand on social media. They discuss the lessons they have learned and what strategies they have used to achieve the following on their social media accounts. A must listen to anyone looking to invest in themselves and scale their business!

Leon and Carrie go in depth about what a concussion is, its side effects, and the rehabilitation process with Dr. Molly Parker, PT. Dr, Parker provides great insight on concussion management through her personal experience with concussion and her work with on concussion awareness.

Leon and Carrie discuss the importance of mentorship and the different types of mentors. Also, they share some key characteristics to look for in a good mentor.

Leon and Carrie talk with Ashley Nowe, AKA @GetMomStrong. They discuss women's health with a focus on postpartum recovery, strengthening, and awareness of complications. 

In this episode Carrie and Leon talk to Dr. Nick Buonforte, PT, CSCS about his growth as a clinician over the last 3 years since graduating. They talk about lessons learned and advice for students and new graduates.

In this episode Leon and Carrie talk to Dr. Erson Religioso III, PT, FAAOMPT about his evolving treatment philosophy, continuing education courses, and his ever-growing brand. 

In this quick hitting episode Carrie and Leon share their top 5 ways to grow as a clinician. 

Leon and Carrie talk with Dr. Teddy Willsey, PT, CSCS about the grind and hustle of starting and running a cash-based PT practice. Teddy takes us through the pros and cons of cash PT, his treatment philosophy, and the success of his Instagram page. 

Leon and Carrie Knight talk to local massage therapist and entrepreneur Jared Robinson, LMBT, AIS, CES. Jared Robinson is the owner and founder of Bodywork At Work in Charlotte, NC. They discuss the ins and outs of massage therapy, interdisciplinary referrals, and all about starting and owning a business.

Leon and Carrie talk with former weightlifter and current coach, Dan Rose, about the sport of weightlifting. They discuss the increase in popularity of the sport due to Crossfit, what it takes to be a weightlifter, and how weightlifting enhances sport performance.

Dr. Leon and Dr. Carrie Knight discuss the continual changes in healthcare and how physical therapists can keep up. They talk about the recent push for preventative medicine and virtual healthcare.

Dr. Leon and Carrie Knight sit down with podiatrist, Dr. Peter Bellezza, to discuss what he does, who he works with, and how he works with physical therapists. Dr. Bellezza talks about some common contributors to foot and ankle pain and his philosophy on treatment.

A great conversation with Dr. Greg Lehman, BKIN, MSC, DC, MSCPT where he discusses in great depth his philosophy that focuses on reconciling biomechanics with pain science. He speaks candidly about misconceptions on current thought processes and shares great insight on how to effectively integrate load progression with the presence of pain. 

The amazing story told by Brandyn Curry of his battles, injuries, perseverance, and redemption in route of becoming a professional basketball player. He talks about his battles with injuries, how it affected his performance, and the changes he has made to allow him to excel and become a pro. He also shares about his time at Harvard with Jeremy Lin.

In this episode no topic is left untouched. Carrie and Leon discuss everything from racism, pain science, treatment philosophy, and the future of the PT profession with Dr. Jarred Boyd, PT, ATC, CSCS. 

Dr. Leon and Carrie Knight talk about some of the CE courses they have taken, what approaches they have used, and how to best grow as a clinician through CEUs.

Based on their experience Leon and Carrie discuss the top 5 reasons why patients do not get better. This insight can be beneficial for both patients and therapists alike. 

On today's episode Leon and Carrie interview registered dietician, Meg Carber. They debunk myths about different diets and nutrition beliefs. Meg shares some of her strategies for long term success with her clients that are both practical and easy to implement.

In today's episode Dr. Leon and Carrie Knight talk to Marah Rose, who shares her weight loss journey and lifestyle transformation. She discusses the impact that her health coach, Jama Fleming, has had on her success and Jama shares insight on the role of a health coach and how they can assist in the weight loss process. 

Leon and Carrie interview Brian Gryn, a nutritionist/health coach, about intermittent fasting. Brian describes what intermittent fasting is, how to do it, and who it is appropriate for. He also compares this diet to others.

Dr. Leon & Carrie Knight discuss the similarities and differences between a chiropractor and PT with Dr. Clay Sankey, DC. They talk about misconceptions, the tension between the two professions, and they even find common ground by the end of the episode! 

In this episode Leon and Carrie discuss their experiences with applying for PT school and tips on how to get accepted. This is a MUST listen for those applying to graduate school.

In this episode Leon and Carrie interview Colby Lapresi. They talk about his clinical rotation at Movement Solutions Physical Therapy, as well as the start to his career as a PT. Colby talks about the boards, interview process, and his first few months on the job. This is a great resource for prospective students as Colby answers many questions about a clinical with Dr. Leon. 

In this episode Leon and Carrie interview Drew Dudek. They talk about his clinical rotation at Movement Solutions Physical Therapy and share some funny stories from along the way. This is a great resource for prospective students as Drew answers many questions about a clinical with Dr. Leon. 

In this episode Leon discusses what led him to pursue a cash based practice and the pros and challenges are to owning one. Visit www.ptmovementsolutions.com to learn more about Leon's practice.

The docs tackle how the current state of healthcare effects their ability to treat patients and individualize care. They will go into detail on how our healthcare system effects patient experience and outcomes, as well as what the future may hold.

In this episode you will get to know Dr. Leon and Dr. Carrie Knight, 2 physical therapists located in Charlotte, NC. You will learn about what they do, how they met, and what this podcast will be about.