460. Teaching Business Skills in Physical Therapy Education with Dr. Yogi Matharu

On this episode of the Healthcare Education Transformation Podcast, Dr. Yogi Matharu discusses the importance of teaching physical therapy students about the business aspects of healthcare. He believes that understanding the business side of physical therapy is essential for providing value to patients and the healthcare system. Dr. Matharu emphasizes the need for physical therapists to be both clinicians and business people in order to succeed in the field. He shares his own journey from being a physical therapist to becoming a clinic director and eventually a teacher. Dr. Matharu also highlights the faculty-led clinic at USC, which serves as a valuable learning experience for students by providing hands-on exposure to the business side of physical therapy.

Key Takeaways:

- Understanding the business side of physical therapy is crucial for providing value to patients and the healthcare system.
- Physical therapists need to be both clinicians and business people to succeed in the field.
- The faculty-led clinic at USC offers students the opportunity to learn about the business aspects of physical therapy while providing evidence-based and innovative care.
- Learning the vocabulary and basics of business principles is essential for physical therapists to navigate the healthcare system effectively.
- The business aspect of physical therapy should not be neglected, as it plays a significant role in delivering high-quality care and ensuring long-term success.

Here is Dr. Matharu's Ask Me Anything, presented by USC:
https://youtu.be/pJj4S1NKOZ8?

Feel free to email Dr. Matharu at: matharu@usc.edu

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