Working Smarter in Private Practice
A Practical Guide to Using Clinical AI Safely and Effectively

Monday 18 May 2026
12:00–13:00
Online | Free for Physio First members


Overview

AI is already entering private physiotherapy practice. The question is no longer whether it exists, but how to assess it safely and use it appropriately.

This session takes a practical look at how clinical AI tools are being used within private physio practices to reduce administrative burden, support workflow and improve patient engagement.

Whether you are a sole practitioner or part of a larger clinic team, this session will help you understand what AI can realistically support in practice, where caution is needed, and how to evaluate tools before adopting them.

This is about informed decision-making, not hype.


What We Will Cover

• Where AI can genuinely reduce administrative time in private practice
• Moving beyond simple transcription to workflow automation
• How technology can support objective patient data collection between visits
• The 4-P Framework: Protection, Performance, Practicality and Profitability
• Key governance and data protection considerations before implementation


Who This Session Is For

• Sole practitioners
• Small clinic owners
• Larger clinic leads
• Practice managers
• Lead clinicians reviewing operational efficiency

No prior AI knowledge required.


Why This Matters Now

Administrative pressure in private practice continues to increase.

AI tools are becoming more accessible and more widely marketed. Some may add value. Others may create risk, cost or complexity.

This session will give you a structured way to assess AI tools with confidence rather than reactively adopting what appears popular.


About Business Corner

Business Corner sessions focus on one practical issue affecting independent physiotherapists each month.

  • Spend one hour.
  • Stay informed.
  • Avoid costly mistakes.

 

Presenters

Celia Champion

Celia Champion

Managing Director, Painless Practice

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Dr Harvinder Power

Dr Harvinder Power

Co-Founder and CEO, Motics

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