Live Better Longer
Episodes
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New Accessible Design
Innovation, creativity, and inclusion come together on this week’s episode of FOX Rehabilitation’s Live Better Longer podcast. We welcome back Yasmin Keats, Executive Director of Open Style Lab, and Staci Chan, Occupational Therapy Director, for a conversation about accessible design and the power of interdisciplinary collaboration. They discuss Open Style Lab’s upcoming Introduction to Accessible Design Workshop, including what participants can expect from the virtual and in-person sessions, how occupational therapists contribute to the design process, and why accessible design is becoming an essential skill for healthcare professionals. Yasmin and Staci also share how OTs respond to the experience, the innovative projects emerging from Open Style Lab, and what exciting developments are on the horizon.
Key Takeaways:
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Discover how occupational therapy and design intersect to create functional, beautiful, and inclusive environments.
- Open Style Lab Insights: Hear from Executive Director Yasmin Keats on how OTs contribute unique clinical perspectives to the design process.
- Accessible Design Workshop: Learn what participants can expect from Open Style Lab’s upcoming virtual and in-person training sessions.
- Future of Healthcare: Understand why accessible design is rapidly becoming an essential, forward-thinking skill for modern healthcare professionals.
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Longitudinal Care
As healthcare shifts toward value-based care, what role does functional health play in improving outcomes while lowering costs? On this week’s episode of FOX Rehabilitation’s Live Better Longer podcast, FOX’s Chief Transformation Officer, Dr. Mandy Khaira, sits down with FOX’s Chief Growth & Strategy Officer, Dr. Jason Hazel, to explore the future of healthcare delivery. From the growing need for longitudinal care plans to the economics of in-home rehabilitation, Jason discusses how FOX is helping health systems, payers, and accountable care organizations rethink care. The conversation covers reducing hospitalizations, managing total cost of care, and the opportunity to support patients across the entire functional health continuum. It’s a fascinating look at where healthcare is headed and how FOX can help lead the way.
Key Takeaways
- The Shift to Value-Based Care: Dr. Mandy Khaira and Dr. Jason Hazel explore how modern healthcare is transforming, moving away from volume-based models toward systems that reward quality patient outcomes and long-term wellness.
- The Role of Longitudinal Care: Discover why continuous, long-term care plans are critical for managing the total cost of care, preventing recurring issues, and supporting patients across the entire functional health continuum.
- Economics of In-Home Rehabilitation: Learn how bringing specialized physical therapy and rehabilitation directly into the home helps health systems, payers, and accountable care organizations dramatically reduce avoidable hospitalizations.
- Collaboration Across the Continuum: The discussion highlights practical strategies for healthcare leaders, ACOs, and clinicians to rethink care delivery and improve overall quality of life for aging populations.
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Better Documenting During PT Month
As Physical Therapy Month shines a spotlight on the profession, this week’s Live Better Longer podcast welcomes Zachary Smicker, PT, DPT, GCS, Regional Director for FOX’s Pennsylvania 1 Southeast region. Zach shares his journey into physical therapy, his passion for serving older adult populations, and how leadership naturally shaped his career. The conversation transitions to the critical evolution of physical therapy documentation—moving from traditional handwritten notes and repetitive typing to modern AI-powered transcription. Zach explores why clinicians at all experience levels are adopting this technology to reduce burnout, elevate patient care, and secure actionable efficiency.
Key Takeaways:
- The Evolution of Clinical Notes: Transitioning from manual, time-consuming documentation to advanced AI transcription tools designed specifically for physical therapists.
- Reducing Clinician Burnout: How modern workflow technology lightens administrative burdens for therapists at every career stage.
- Elevating Patient-Centric Care: How automated documentation allows clinicians to maintain deeper focus and engagement during patient visits.
- Leadership in Geriatric Physical Therapy: Insights on building a rewarding career dedicated to treating seniors.