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Life Stories Podcast

I have come across many impressive and inspirational people in my time in medical technology education and sales. I have always had the goal to run an interview series with these people, to find out more about them personally and what led them to the career they ended up in. I am genuinely looking forward to each of these! I hope you find it interesting too.

SEP 4

Life Stories | Dr Tim Swan | Ep. 172

Dr. Tim Swan's career is a remarkable blend of sports, medicine, and military service. His experiences underscore the importance of adaptability, continuous learning, and seizing opportunities as they arise. Whether on the rugby field or in a war zone, his commitment to excellence in sports medicine has made a lasting impact on both his military colleagues and the broader field of sports medicine.

55 min
AUG 21

Ep. 171 | Life Stories Xavier Rajarathnam

This Life Stories episode, Xavier Rajarathnam, Founder and CEO of Excel Health, shares his incredible journey from humble beginnings in India to building a thriving physiotherapy business in the UK. Learn how his engineering mindset and passion for physiotherapy led to the creation of a successful multi-location practice. Xavier discusses the importance of keeping things simple, continuous learning, and adapting to challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic. Tune in for valuable lessons on entrepreneurship, leadership, and personal growth.

30 min
JUL 17

Life Stories... With Sarah Daniel

Sarah Daniel qualified at St George’s Hospital Medical School and completed her Master’s degree in Neurological Physiotherapy at Coventry University. Sarah is MOTIONrehab®’s Clinical Director for Yorkshire and Humberside and on the 22nd February 2018, Sarah was made the Chair of the Medico-Legal Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (MLACP). Sarah manages her continually growing team across the Yorkshire and Humberside region and in April 2018 launched the UK’s first Intensive Outpatient & Residential Neurological Rehabilitation Facility augmented by Robotics and Virtual Reality technology in Leeds. The centre has been given International Reference Centre Status for treatment, teaching and research. This was followed by the opening of a second intensive rehabilitation centre in Hull in December 2020. The first neurological rehabilitation company in the UK to achieve this. Sarah has a wealth of experience in treating a wide range of neurological conditions using hands on facilitatory techniques (including Bobath and NET) and rehabilitation technology. Sarah is an Expert Witness in her field providing Medico-Legal Reports for Solicitors and Rehabilitation Needs Reports for Case Managers and other health professionals. In addition to her clinical work, Sarah lectures nationally and internationally. She also teaches postgraduate courses in Neurological Rehabilitation and Medico-Legal report writing.

48 min
JUL 10

Life Stories... With Michael Strøm

Join us as Michael Strom, a specialist in men's health from Copenhagen, delves into the transformative world of shock wave therapy. With a journey that began in 2017, Michael has become a leading voice in treating erectile dysfunction and chronic pelvic pain, emphasizing the critical roles of lifestyle, education, and technological advancement. This episode explores the efficacy of combining radial and focused shockwave therapies, the importance of addressing muscular movement dysfunction, and the impact of standardised protocols and reliable data. Michael shares his vision for clinic expansion, the creation of an international hub for shock wave debates in Copenhagen, and offers invaluable advice for clinics considering this innovative treatment modality. Whether you're a healthcare professional or simply interested in the latest advancements in men's health and musculoskeletal treatments, this podcast offers deep insights into the benefits and future of shock wave therapy.

38 min
JUL 1

Making Sense of the Economy with Roger Martin-Fagg

An in-depth interview with the brilliant economist Roger Martin-Fagg. Roger shares his insights into the current state of the economy and what we can expect in the next few years. Going into money and investment related topics.

29 min
JUN 26

Life Stories... With Ash James

Ashley James is the Director of Practice and Development at the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP). Born and raised in North Wales, he graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University with a degree in physiotherapy in 2009. His early exposure to diverse physiotherapy placements, including intensive care, shaped his career aspirations. Ashley began his career in private practice under the mentorship of an experienced practitioner, Gareth. Simultaneously, he volunteered at a local rugby club, eventually working with the regional team RGC and the Welsh national rugby setup, including roles with Wales U20s and Wales Sevens teams. These experiences honed his skills in sports physiotherapy and team dynamics. Transitioning to occupational health, Ashley joined IPRS Health, managing a clinic at a Ford engine plant and later becoming the national lead for onsite services. He emphasized the concept of the "industrial athlete," integrating clinical expertise with workplace solutions. In 2020, Ashley became the Head of Education at Connect Health, where he created an Academy of Learning for over 600 clinicians. His role focused on developing educational frameworks and improving clinical practice through feedback and innovation. As Director of Practice and Development at CSP, Ashley leads initiatives to advance physiotherapy practice. He leverages his diverse background in private practice, occupational health, and professional sports to influence healthcare delivery. Ashley is pursuing a Masters in Leadership, Management, and Innovation. He previously started a PhD on occupational back pain, which was paused due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Ashley advocates for diverse leadership styles, emphasizing empathy and collaboration. He aims to contribute to the NHS or third sector in future roles, focusing on improving healthcare delivery. Outside of work, Ashley enjoys family time and remains involved in rugby. His career reflects a passion for physiotherapy, professional growth, and innovative leadership.

56 min
JUN 18

Life Stories... With Dr Chris McCarthy

Dr Chris McCarthy is a Clinical Fellow (Associate Professor) at Manchester School of Physiotherapy. He researches musculoskeletal interventions including exercise in long-term conditions and manual therapy. Prior to this he was a Consultant Physiotherapist at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, St Mary’s Hospital Paddington, London. After qualifying as a Physiotherapist in 1989 he undertook post-graduate training in Biomechanics and Manipulative therapy at Strathclyde and Coventry Universities before undertaking a PhD degree in rehabilitation within the faculty of Medicine at Manchester University. He was awarded a “Young Investigator of the Year” award in 2001, for his PhD studies, by the British Society of Rheumatologists.Following Post-doctoral studies, investigating the sub-classification of non-specific low back pain, he became an Assistant Professor of Rehabilitation within the Clinical Trials Unit of the Medical School of Warwick University attracting over a million pound of funding in two years. He has published over 60 peer reviewed papers on musculoskeletal rehabilitation and diagnosis and spoken at over 50 conferences.He has taught internationally on Manual Therapy, specifically on Combined Movement Theory, and lectures on five of the Masters courses in Manual Therapy in the UK. He is a member of the international advisory board for Manual Therapy journal and regularly reviews and publishes papers in the academic field of Manual Therapy. He is the past-chair of the Manipulation Association of Chartered Physiotherapists and was recently awarded a Fellowship of the MACP and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy for advances in Manual Therapy in 2010 and 2011. Chris’s book “Combined Movement Theory: Rational Mobilisation and manipulation of the Vertebral Column has sold worldwide. He is the clinical lead of The Manchester School of Physiotherapy’s clinical unit and supervises students, teaches and researches musculoskeletal dysfunction, and particualry spinal pain.

54 min
JUN 13

Life Stories... With Claire Small

Claire is a Consultant Physiotherapist and the Chief Clinical Officer and co-founder of Pure Sports Medicine. As co-founder she has been with Pure Sports Medicine since its beginning in 2003, delivering outstanding clinical care for over 20 years. Claire’s clinical specialities include issues of the spine, hip, groin and pelvis including persistent problems, pregnancy-related complaints and movement dysfunction. She has a specific interest in helping women manage the symptoms associated with menopause and metabolic syndrome. As an accomplished and well established clinician, speaker and researcher, Claire is also an Honorary Lecturer and Examiner at Queen Mary University of London and the University of Hertfordshire, an invited Lecturer at UCL, Kings College, London & University of Bath and a Journal Reviewer for Manual Therapy and Physical Therapy in Sport & the British Journal of Sport Medicine. She was made a Fellow of the Musculoskeletal Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in 2016. In 2015 she was named Australian Businesswoman of the Year in the UK for her work in healthcare.

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I have come across many impressive and inspirational people in my time in medical technology education and sales. I have always had the goal to run an interview series with these people, to find out more about them personally and what led them to the career they ended up in. I am genuinely looking forward to each of these! I hope you find it interesting too.

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Andy Thomas
Years Active

2020 - 2024
Episodes

174
Rating

Explicit
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© Andy Thomas
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Life Stories