Pieter de Smidt

Physical Therapist & Entrepreneur

Brownsville, Texas, United States

About

I'm a physical therapist with over 35 years of experience spanning direct patient care, multi-site clinic operations, private practice ownership, and continuing education. Throughout my career, I've combined a passion for clinical excellence with a deep understanding of business strategy and operational leadership. At one point, I led operations for 47 clinics across four states—overseeing teams, streamlining workflows, and improving both clinical outcomes and financial performance. I’ve also founded and operated my own successful cash-based clinic, giving me hands-on insight into entrepreneurship and the evolving landscape of patient-centered care. For the past decade, I’ve dedicated much of my time to teaching continuing education courses for physical therapists, occupational therapists, massage therapists, and athletic trainers—sharing practical knowledge that helps clinicians grow and thrive in their own careers. I’m especially passionate about clinical operations, team development, and driving excellence across every level of care delivery. I’m always open to connecting with like-minded professionals, leaders, and organizations looking to elevate patient care through strong leadership and strategic growth.

Experience

  • Owner at Smidt Management, LLC dba Reset-Wellness PT
    Jan 1998 - Present · 28 yrs 6 mos

    Smidt Management, LLC is a staffing company for PTs and PTAs. Our specialization is staffing for surgery centers, that look for high quality, proven, and reliable physical therapy services. Reset-Wellness also works with CrossFit gyms to staff onsite Physical Therapy clinics in their facilities.

  • Instructor at Colibri Group
    Oct 2017 - Present · 8 yrs 9 mos

    I teach a variety of courses for Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Massage Therapists and Athletic Trainers. The focus of my courses is Outpatient Orthopedics and include topics like Manual Therapy, IASTM, Cupping, Pain Science Education, Telehealth and Exercise Therapy. https://www.elitecme.com/physical-therapy/livestream

  • Physical Therapy Manager at Oakbend Sports & Spine Physical Therapy
    Feb 2023 - Sep 2025 · 2 yrs 8 mos

    Specializing in treatment of Sports Injuries and Spine pain.

  • Director of Physical Therapy at Midland Physical Therapy
    Jul 2021 - Feb 2023 · 1 yr 8 mos

    Treatment of an orthopedic caseload, with mostly lumbar, knee and shoulder conditions. Integrate hands-on treatment with progressive exercises. Pre-Employment Screenings using WorkSteps and WorkSaver. Certified as a Medical Examiner to perform DOT and non-DOT Physicals.

  • Physical Therapist at Reset-Wellness Physical Therapy
    Jun 2018 - Jun 2021 · 3 yrs 1 mo

    Owner of a cash-based, out-of-network Physical Therapy clinic, providing Manual Therapy and Exercise Therapy for members of Facet Seven Fitness.