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Where is physical therapy headed—and what do clinicians need to know to prepare for the future?

In this episode, we’re joined by Jill Anderson, Vice President of Physical Therapy at MedStar Health, to explore the biggest trends shaping the profession and what they mean for physical therapists today and tomorrow.

We discuss the challenges facing PT, including access to care, reimbursement, staffing, and the changing healthcare landscape, along with the opportunities to expand the profession’s role in prevention, wellness, performance, and chronic disease management. Jill also shares her perspective on how AI, digital health, and emerging technologies may transform physical therapy practice—and why the human connection between therapist and patient will remain essential.

We also look at the next generation of physical therapists, the skills clinicians should invest in over the next three to five years, and what the profession could look like by 2030.

Whether you're a practicing PT, a student, a clinical leader, or simply passionate about the future of rehabilitation, this conversation offers a valuable perspective on where the profession is going—and how we can help shape what comes next.

In this episode, we cover:

• The biggest changes shaping physical therapy today
• The profession’s most pressing challenges and emerging opportunities
• AI, digital health, and the future of clinical practice
• Expanding PT’s role beyond traditional rehabilitation
• What the next generation of physical therapists wants from the profession
• The skills clinicians should develop to future-proof their careers
• What physical therapy could look like in 2030

Tune in for an insightful conversation about the future of physical therapy and the opportunities ahead for the profession.

Please be sure to follow us on Instagram @medstarhealthpt and email: PTPodcast@medstar.net with any questions or podcast ideas! Thank you for listening!