The regular host of the podcast, Krysta, is the guest on this episode. Listen to her explain how she thinks Telehealth will be used in physiotherapy practice going forward AND how our more virtual world will impact global health work in general. Phil Sheppard is our guest host for this episode and he shares some […]

Global Physio Podcast

GP039: Telehealth with Krysta Wark and Phil Sheppard

With whisperings of some communities, provinces and states in North America re-opening certain services, we thought it was timely to discuss what this might look like. We hear insights from both Mike and Phil regarding what we should consider as health care professionals when transitioning back to in-person care. What will our new business models […]

COVID-19 UPDATE 5: Considerations for re-opening with Phil Sheppard and Dr. Mike Landry

In response to a need for wheelchairs identified by a physiotherapy school in Nepal, Emily initiated a project to help them acquire more wheelchairs. She elicited the help of physiotherapists at an Australian physiotherapy school near her and they are currently in the needs analysis stage of the project. Emily has found a creative way […]

GP038: Global Health from Home with Emily Eglitis

Phil and Mike are back for another COVID-19 Update. We discuss current status of the COVID-19 pandemic, where some countries are at in terms of their response, how we can be better advocates for our role as physiotherapists, what research is being produced, and more! You don’t want to miss this excellent update! Contact Krysta: […]

COVID-19 UPDATE 4: with Phil Sheppard and Mike Landry

Alex Sterling is a Clinical Counsellor based in Victoria, BC, Canada. She shares with us some excellent tips on how to help support your friends, family members, clients and your own mental health during this time and as we move through the pandemic together. She has ample experience with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and shares […]

COVID-19 UPDATE 3: Mental Health with Alex Sterling

Tune in to our wonderful podcast volunteer, Irena Djordjevic, describe her current work and living situation in France. She describes what it’s like to be on a full lock down and still work from home. She is a Public Health professional who is actively working on the COVID-19 pandemic response. It was such a pleasure […]

COVID-19 UPDATE 2: with Irena Djordjevic

An update on the evolving COVID-19 pandemic and the role of physiotherapy. Tune in for some practical ways to get involved in this global health emergency. Website: www.ptcovid19.org Twitter: @ptcovid19 E-mail: globalphysiopodcast@gmail.com

COVID-19 UPDATE 1: with Mike Landry and Phil Sheppard

Voluntourism is a popular way to volunteer time and resources abroad. It is usually when an individual combines travel with some form of volunteer work. Listen in to understand the intricacies of these voluntourism opportunities and to learn that, despite best intentions, these trips are usually harmful. Emily speaks from the point of view of […]

GP037: Voluntourism with Emily Eglitis and Dr. Mohan Sharma

Bonus episode discussing the COVID-19 pandemic. This episode contains lots of useful information for anyone interested in learning more about the COVID-19 virus. In particular, Mike shares insights on how we, as physiotherapists and rehabilitation professionals can be involved in the management of this health crisis. As physiotherapists we can be leaders in the control […]

Coronavirus and Physiotherapy: Managing in Complexity with Mike Landry

Join me in welcoming Dr. Crystal Frazee to the podcast! We talk all about mind-body medicine and how Crystal integrates this into her practice. She believes that there is a place for mind-body medicine in every physiotherapist’s practice. She provides real-life examples on how this approach has helped her clients function in their lives and […]

GP036: Mind-body Medicine with Dr. Crystal Frazee

Tune in as Krysta and Phil reflect on what 2019 was like for them both personally and professionally. They talk about lessons they learned and how they will apply them in 2020. They also discuss the important topic of barriers to participate in global health (GH) work. From financial, to social, to self-imposed pressures. Phil […]

GP035: Year in Review on Balance with Phil Sheppard

Anik has had an extensive career in Global Health from her first experiences in Haiti, to Afghanistan, Kenya, and more. Her career has the common thread of education including clinical education and training the trainer. Her description of what life can be like on deployment is both captivating and informative. Through her global health work […]

GP034: Train the Trainer with Anik Goulet

Raphael has done extensive work in the area of health policy and governance including mental health policy in Canada and Tobacco Control Policy across many countries such as Brazil, Philippines, Zambia, Kenya, Malawi, Indonesia and is recently starting a project in Mozambique and Zimbabwe. In this episode you will learn about health governance and how […]

GP033: Health Governance with Dr. Raphael Lencucha

Follow along as Matt describes his career trajectory in Global Health and how he ended up researching bioethics. He shares many words of wisdom and excellent advice for anyone pursuing a career in Global Health and humanitarian work. Resources mentioned: Here are some books about rehab and ethics: Kornblau, B. L., & Burkhardt, A. (2012). Ethics […]

GP032: Bioethical Considerations with Dr. Matthew Hunt

Chantal Camden discusses her efforts in helping provide equitable access to health services for children. She enlightens us on the various barriers to access of services that some children might face and it may surprise you that it’s not just financial and location dependent. She talks about a project she is working on to help […]

GP031: Evaluating Health Equity with Chantal Camden

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