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Dr. Dawn Andalon: The Next Era of Physical Therapy: Why We Need to Be Thinking Bigger
Episode 779
Thursday, 15 October, 2026
Beyond the Plan of Care: Building Membership Models in Physical Therapy Dr. Karen Litzy talks with Dr. Dawn Andalon, PT. DPT, MTC, CPI, co-founder of Revive PT and Pilates, about what happens after a patient is discharged and why ongoing support may be a major opportunity for physical therapists and their clients. They discuss how a hybrid model combining physical therapy, Pilates, personal training, and wellness can support patients for the long term. Dr. Andalon also shares practical insights on introducing a transition of care, building staff buy-in, setting membership prices, and creating more sustainable clinic revenue. In this episode · Why patients may lose momentum after discharge—and how ongoing support can help · Dr. Andalon's path from dance and exercise physiology to physical therapy and Pilates · How she and her husband built Revive PT and Pilates · Why physical therapists are well positioned to lead in longevity and wellness · How to make a transition of care feel like a continuation of support, not a sales pitch · The difference between memberships and packages · Ways recurring revenue can support a more sustainable practice · How to think about pricing based on labor and operating costs · How a hybrid model can work in a relatively small space · Advice for physical therapists experiencing burnout or considering a new direction Timestamps 00:00 — Why the post-discharge gap matters 01:01 — Meet Dr. Dawn Andalon and Revive PT and Pilates 02:03 — From dance and exercise physiology to physical therapy 03:14 — Building a business with a spouse 05:20 — Why physical therapists can support patients beyond the plan of care 06:22 — From burnout to a wellness-centered model 07:20 — Why PTs haven't fully embraced the longevity space 09:23 — Drawing the line between physical therapy and fitness 10:42 — Discharge versus transition of care 12:33 — Making the conversation feel like care, not a sales pitch 15:21 — Helping staff embrace a longevity-focused model 17:27 — Memberships and practice sustainability 19:22 — Membership tiers and a year-of-care option 20:54 — Memberships versus packages 22:13 — Pricing around labor and costs 24:52 — The economics that led to a different practice model 27:13 — What may change for traditional PT practices 28:14 — Hybrid models, even in smaller spaces 30:21 — Why PTs should lead the longevity movement 33:54 — Advice for a burned-out physical therapist 35:27 — The key takeaway for practice owners 36:11 — Lightning round: reformer, deadlifts, ice, business resources, and health habits 39:20 — Where to find Dr. Andalon and Revive PT and Pilates Resources from this Episode: Revive PT and Pilates Website Dr. Dawn on Instagram Dr. Dawn on YouTube Masterclass for next Live Training with Dr. Dawn Jane Sponsorship Information: Book a one-on-one demo here Front Desk @ Jane Mention the code LITZY1MO for a free month Follow Dr. Karen Litzy on Social Media: Karen's Twitter Karen's Instagram Karen's LinkedIn Subscribe to Healthy, Wealthy & Smart: YouTube Website Apple Podcast Spotify Stitcher iHeart Radio
