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    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast - Dr. Jonathan Schiller - Pediatric Orthopedics
    • Nov 13, 2019
    • 1 min

    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast - Dr. Jonathan Schiller - Pediatric Orthopedics

    Dr. Jonathan Schiller, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon at University Orthopedics, joins Dr. Michelle Collie to discuss youth athletes and the m
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    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast-Denise Chakoian - CORE
    • Oct 23, 2019
    • 1 min

    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast-Denise Chakoian - CORE

    This week, Dr. Michelle Collie sits with Denise Chakoian, founder and owner of Core fitness. Denise shares the story of how she created a new fitness experience for the community, talks about how the culture of exercise has evolved over the years, the importance of having fun and learning to enjoy exercise, and leaves some encouraging words to help the community get and stay active. - Learn more about Core - Listen to more episodes of the #BETTER #FASTER Podcast.
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    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast - Dr. Andrew Green - The Rotator Cuff
    • Oct 16, 2019
    • 1 min

    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast - Dr. Andrew Green - The Rotator Cuff

    This week, Dr. Michelle Collie sits with Dr. Andrew Green, Chief, Division of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery at University Orthopedics to discuss the rotator cuff. What is a rotator cuff, what is its purpose, and how do we injure it? Dr. Green shares these answers, talks about the changes in the rotator cuff as we age, and gives advice on how to take care of your shoulder to prevent some of the most common injuries. - Learn more about Dr. Green - Listen to more episodes of the #
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    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast - Dr. Mike Glassman- Football
    • Oct 9, 2019
    • 1 min

    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast - Dr. Mike Glassman- Football

    This week, Dr. Mike Glassman, Physical Therapist at our Pawtucket clinic, sits with Dr. Michelle Collie to discuss football. Mike discusses his journey playing football, common football injuries, the importance of proper recovery, and shares his advice to students on the best way they can stay in shape during the off-season. -Learn more about Dr. Mike Glassman -Listen to more episodes of the #BETTER #FASTER Podcast
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    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Dr. Cruz - Pediatric Orthopedics
    • Oct 2, 2019
    • 1 min

    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Dr. Cruz - Pediatric Orthopedics

    This week, Dr. Michelle Collie sits with Dr. Aristides Cruz, pediatric orthopedic surgeon at University Orthopedics, to talk about pediatric injuries. Dr. Cruz discusses the most common injuries to look for during fall sports, shares tips on preventing overuse injuries and the importance of resting your injury, and leaves us with his advice on how to get the most out of your office visit. - Learn more about Dr. Cruz - Listen to more episodes of the #BETTER #FASTER Podcast
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    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Dr. Ross Levine - Professional Kick Boxing
    • Sep 25, 2019
    • 1 min

    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Dr. Ross Levine - Professional Kick Boxing

    This week, Dr. Michelle Collie sits with Dr. Ross Levine, professional kickboxer and physical therapist at Performance Physical Therapy, to talk about combat sports. Ross answers some trivia about combat sports, talks about the most common injuries, the importance of hydration, and the psychology behind training and fighting. - Learn more about Dr. Ross Levine - Listen to more episodes of the #BETTER #FASTER Podcast.
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    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Dr. Eric Walsh- The Hand
    • Sep 18, 2019
    • 1 min

    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Dr. Eric Walsh- The Hand

    This week, Dr. Michelle Collie sits with Dr. Eric Walsh, orthopedic surgeon at Ortho Rhode Island to talk about the hand and wrist. Dr. Walsh gives his insights on whether technology affects the musculoskeletal health of the hands, how ergonomics in the workplace can help your pain, and leaves his advice on how to take control of your hand and wrist symptoms. - Learn more about Dr. Eric Walsh - Listen to more episodes of the #BETTER #FASTER Podcast
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    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Dr. Michael Bradley- Orthopedic Surgeon
    • Sep 11, 2019
    • 1 min

    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Dr. Michael Bradley- Orthopedic Surgeon

    This week, we flashback to when Dr. Michael Bradley, orthopedic surgeon and CEO at Ortho Rhode Island, joined Dr. Michelle Collie to discuss knee and hip replacement surgery and treatment. Dr. Bradley talks about how surgery is changing, why hip and knee replacements are so common, and leaves his advice on taking care of yourself to help prevent the need of surgery. - Learn more about Dr. Michael Bradley - Listen to more episodes of the #BETTER #FASTER Podcast
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    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Dr. Charlotte Moriarty - Primary Care Sports Medicine
    • Sep 4, 2019
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    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Dr. Charlotte Moriarty - Primary Care Sports Medicine

    This week, we flashback to when Dr. Michelle Collie Sat down with Dr. Charlotte Moriarty, primary care sports medicine physician from Ortho Rhode Island to talk about sports-related injuries in youth athletes. Dr. Moriarty talks about the most common injuries she sees in high school and college athletes and leaves her advice on avoiding overuse injuries. - Learn more about Dr. Moriarty - Listen to more episodes of the #BETTER #FASTER Podcast
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    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Nich Haber - NE Distance
    • Aug 28, 2019
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    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Nich Haber - NE Distance

    This week, Dr. Michelle Collie sits with Nich Haber, founder of New England Distance. Nich shares how his passion for running and making a change began, the impact of this program on our communities youth, and discusses some of their upcoming events. - Learn more about New England Distance - Listen to more episodes of the #BETTER #FASTER Podcast
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    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Dr. Scott Paxton - Shoulder and Elbow
    • Aug 21, 2019
    • 1 min

    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Dr. Scott Paxton - Shoulder and Elbow

    This week, we flashback to Dr. Michelle Collie and Dr. Scott Paxton, orthopedic surgeon at University Orthopedics, as they discuss shoulder and elbow injuries. Dr. Paxton talks about the different types of shoulder replacements and why patients may need them, post-operative rehab, and leaves his advice to those who may be suffering from shoulder or elbow pain. - Learn more about Dr. Scott Paxton - Listen to more episodes of the #BETTER #FASTER Podcast
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    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Dr. Ian Madom- Neck Pain
    • Aug 14, 2019
    • 1 min

    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Dr. Ian Madom- Neck Pain

    This week, Dr. Ian Madom of Ortho Rhode Island sits down with Dr. Michelle Collie to discuss neck pain. Dr. Madom talks about developing relationships with patients, the aging process on the cervical spine, and common conditions he sees in the office. - Learn more about Dr. Ian Madom - Listen to more episodes of the #BETTER #FASTER Podcast
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    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Brown Running Club
    • Aug 7, 2019
    • 1 min

    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Brown Running Club

    This week, Dr. Michelle Collie is joined by Adam Janik and Max Heller from the Brown Running Club. Max and Adam talk about their experiences with the running community, share some tips for cross training and injury prevention, and give advice to all high school and college runners. - Learn more about the Brown Running Club - Listen to more episodes of the #BETTER #FASTER Podcast
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    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Mike Gelinas- Golf Professional
    • Jul 31, 2019
    • 1 min

    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Mike Gelinas- Golf Professional

    With our excitement for the 3rd annual Performance Physical Therapy Charity Golf Tournament coming up September 14th, we flashback to Dr. Michelle Collie joining Mike Gelinas, PGA Golf Professional at Pawtucket Country Club to talk about all things golf. Mike shares his advice on how interested golfers can get started with the game and his best tips to staying on the course. - Learn more about the 3rd Annual Performance Physical Therapy Charity Golf Tournament - Listen to mor
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    #BETTER #FASTER Podcas- Dr. Eric Cohen - Hip and Knee Osteoarthritis
    • Jul 17, 2019
    • 1 min

    #BETTER #FASTER Podcas- Dr. Eric Cohen - Hip and Knee Osteoarthritis

    This week, Dr. Michelle Collie sits with Dr. Eric Cohen, Orthopedic surgeon at University Orthopedics, to talk about hip and knee replacements. Dr. Cohen shares tips on how people can help minimize the risk of hip and knee osteoarthritis, top reasons patients end up in his office, and leaves us with his advice on treatment approaches that people should be aware of. - Learn more about Dr. Eric Cohen - Listen to more episodes of the #BETTER #FASTER Podcast
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    #Better #Faster Podcast- Kim Worrell- Rowing
    • Jul 3, 2019
    • 1 min

    #Better #Faster Podcast- Kim Worrell- Rowing

    This week, Dr. Michelle Collie is joined by Kim Worrell, rowing coach for the Narraganset Boat Club. Kim shares her advice on training both on and off the water, how to stay in shape during the off-season, good nutrition habits to integrate into your training, and her tips on how to get started if you’re interested in rowing. - Learn more about the Narraganset Boat Club - Listen to more episodes of the #BETTER #FASTER Podcast
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    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Dr. Matthew Plante- Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Jun 26, 2019
    • 1 min

    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Dr. Matthew Plante- Rotator Cuff Injuries

    On this week’s #Better #Faster podcast, Dr. Michelle Collie sits with Dr. Matthew Plante, Orthopedic Surgeon at Ortho Rhode Island, to talk about the rotator cuff. Dr. Plante talks about the two groups of injuries he most commonly sees, recommendations on when patients should seek help, and advice on how to prevent rotator cuff injuries. - Learn more about Dr. Matthew Plante - Listen to more episodes of the #BETTER #FASTER Podcast
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    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Ultramarathons - Dr. Brian Hay
    • Jun 19, 2019
    • 1 min

    #BETTER #FASTER Podcast- Ultramarathons - Dr. Brian Hay

    On this week’s #BETTER #FASTER podcast, Dr. Michelle Collie sits with Dr. Brian Hay, Regional Director and Physical Therapist at Performance, to discuss ultramarathons. Dr. Hay talks about defining yourself as a runner, the highs and lows of long distance running, and the importance of adding a good sleep to your training process. - Learn more about Dr. Brian Hay - Listen to more episodes of the #BETTER #FASTER Podcast
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    #Better #Faster Podcast- Molly Huddle- Long Distance Runner & Olympian
    • Jun 5, 2019
    • 1 min

    #Better #Faster Podcast- Molly Huddle- Long Distance Runner & Olympian

    On this week's #better #faster podcast, we flashback to season one where Dr. Michelle Collie is joined by Molly Huddle, long distance runner and Olympian, to talk about long-distance running, marathons, and her advice on training. - Learn More about Molly Huddle - Listen to more episodes of the #BETTER #FASTER Podcast
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    #Better #Faster Podcast-Mike Daly- Head Coach of Brown University Men’s Lacrosse
    • May 29, 2019
    • 1 min

    #Better #Faster Podcast-Mike Daly- Head Coach of Brown University Men’s Lacrosse

    On this week’s #better #faster podcast, Dr. Michelle Collie sits with the head coach for Brown University Men’s Lacrosse, Mike Daly. Mike shares how his background with multiple sports has helped mold his coaching style, the evolution of injury prevention and management in lacrosse, and his advice to high school students on training during the off-season to gain strength and speed. - Learn more about Mike Daly - Listen to more episodes of the #BETTER #FASTER Podcast
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    #Better #Faster Podcast- Dr. Paul Fadale- The Patient-Centric Experience
    • May 21, 2019
    • 1 min

    #Better #Faster Podcast- Dr. Paul Fadale- The Patient-Centric Experience

    On this weeks #better #faster podcast, Dr. Michelle Collie sits with Dr. Paul Fadale, orthopedic surgeon at University Orthopedics, to discuss changes in medicine and the importance of putting the patient experience first. Dr. Fadale shares how he connects with patients to teach them about a proper recovery, his advice to patients on the importance of advocating for themselves and even shares what he's most excited for with the future of orthopedics. - Learn more about Dr. Pa
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    #Better #Faster Podcast- Kia McNeill- Brown University's Women's Soccer Coach
    • May 15, 2019
    • 1 min

    #Better #Faster Podcast- Kia McNeill- Brown University's Women's Soccer Coach

    On this week's #better #faster podcast, Dr. Michelle Collie sits with Kia McNeill, head coach for Brown University's Women's Soccer team. Kia discusses both the physical and mental changes you go through as a growing athlete, the importance of providing students access to sports, how sports can help develop important life skills, and what really goes into making an athlete the best they can be. - Learn more about Dr. Michelle Collie - Learn more about Kia McNeill - Listen to
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    #Better #Faster Podcast- Physical Therapy Student Brady Flynn
    • May 8, 2019
    • 1 min

    #Better #Faster Podcast- Physical Therapy Student Brady Flynn

    On this week's #better #faster podcast, Dr. Michelle Collie sits with Brady Flynn, physical therapy student at Boston University to discuss high school athletes. Brady talks about his time as a youth hockey player, how his experience with injuries led him to peruse a career in physical therapy, and Brady’s advice on how to keep students off the sidelines. - Listen to more episodes of the #BETTER #FASTER Podcast
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    #Better #Faster Podcast- Reach Out & Read RI- Dr. Bill Hollinshead
    • Apr 30, 2019
    • 1 min

    #Better #Faster Podcast- Reach Out & Read RI- Dr. Bill Hollinshead

    On this week's #better #faster podcast Dr. Michelle Collie sits with Dr. Bill Hollinshead, recipient of this year's Reach Out and Read award. Bill discusses his journey as a pediatrician and some highlights of his career as well as his thoughts on literacy, the impact it can have on our community, and why it's important for all pediatricians, parents, and community members to support this movement. - Learn more about Reach Out & Read RI - Learn more about Dr. Bill Hollinshead
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