Baby Steps & Big Lessons: Pediatric PT and Academic Leadership with Cheryl Hall

PT Pintcast - Physical Therapy

In this live episode from NYIT, we sit down with Cheryl Hall, Program Chair and Pediatric Clinical Specialist, to dive into the world of pediatric physical therapy. With over two decades of experience, Cheryl shares how her clinical practice working with infants and toddlers in Early Intervention (EI) informs her teaching, and vice versa. She also reflects on her path into academia, the times she almost quit, and how her leadership role helps shape the next generation of physical therapists. Tune in for an insightful conversation on resilience, pediatric care, and balancing classroom instruction with hands-on clinical practice.

Key Takeaways:

• Cheryl's personal journey into physical therapy, inspired by an Elvis story.
• The challenges of nearly quitting and how Cheryl found her passion in pediatrics.
• How clinical practice, especially in Early Intervention, adds credibility and depth to teaching.
• Transitioning from Director of Clinical Education to Program Chair at NYIT.
• The importance of resilience in overcoming professional obstacles.

Guest Information: Cheryl Hall, PT, MBA, PCS

Program Chair, Pediatric Clinical Specialist at NYIT