As an entrepreneur, coach, advocate, author, educator, runner, and mother, it is fascinating to reflect on the people and lessons that each stage of my life has produced - how they’ve shaped my life, my work and advocacy today.
My riverside childhood and affinity for creatures and quiet time. My early professional life teaching Spanish and a stint selling ranches in Wyoming. My studies and travels. And a running injury that suddenly served as a catalyst for turning my passion and perspectives into my life’s purpose.
Today, I wear sequins. Why not? Your path is worth celebrating, not waiting for the big moment, but the collective, bending, surprising, learning, beautiful collective moments that create the “dash” in your lifeline.
As I say to my run group, it’s about showing up, not about the run.
Thanks for showing up today.
Educator
University of Maryland, School of Medicine
Johns Hopkins University Medical School
University of Delaware, Department of Physical Therapy
Advocate
&Mother, Board Member
Caroline Center, Board Member
American Physical Therapy Association, Member
American Physical Therapy Association Academy of Pelvic Health, Member
Acheivement
Henry O. and Florence P. Kendall Award, 2023
Daily Record’s Top 100 Women in Maryland Award, 2023
Baltimore Magazine’s Best in Baltimore, Physical Therapy Practice, 2021
The Baltimore Sun’s Best Physical Therapy Practice, 2021
Daily Record’s Maryland’s Leading Women Award, 2020
“We are elevating everything about healing the human body.”
— Dr. Sam DuFlo
A nationally known and acclaimed holistic pelvic physical therapist, Dr. Sam DuFlo PT, DPT, PRPC, conceived of a new paradigm of pelvic health care which integrates a comprehensive and iterative approach to care with a range of therapeutic and manual techniques.
She is the Founder, Owner & Chief Medical Officer of Indigo Physiotherapy, a highly recognized and rapidly growing practice specialized in treating complicated pelvic pain and dysfunction, as well as prenatal, postpartum, and the athlete.
Dr. Sam and her work have been celebrated with a number of accolades, including receiving the 2023 Henry O. and Florence P. Kendall Award, being name one of The Daily Record's Maryland's Top 100 Women in 2023, Indigo Physiotherapy being named by Baltimore Magazine as Baltimore's Best Physical Therapist in 2021, and Indigo being named Baltimore Sun's Best Physical Therapist 2021.
While Indigo’s signature care experience and elevated ethos continue to drive its expansion, Dr. Sam promotes broader pelvic health awareness and advocates for better access to pelvic care in her work as an author, contributor, and speaker.
PRACTITIONER
“Seven years ago, Indigo was the first practice of its kind, and educating people about pelvic health was necessary for survival,” shares Dr. DuFlo. “With that came a great opportunity to share our unique evidence-based approach and integrated methodologies, which are now the cornerstone of our brand and experience.”
At the center of its unconventional care model is DuFlo's belief that patients deserve more and deserve better. Indigo’s industry-high standards for hiring and uninterrupted one-on-one sessions support a faster, more comprehensive approach to achieving pain relief and functional goals.
To achieve the level of care and the experience Indigo promises clients, all practitioners are board equivalent status (or pending) and required to complete an extensive proprietary onboarding and menteeship facilitated personally by Dr. Sam. Beyond technique, education, and client advocacy, the Indigo experience applies elements of emotional and cultural intelligence.
The environment, too, is rich with intention. While the conception of every Indigo space is backed by research as well as influences from her travels and experiences abroad, DuFlo has continued to the bar with the opening of each new practice, pursuing the perfect blend of exceptionally client-forward design with elements of high-end hospitality.
Her determination to grow and lead as an example of authentic care has been centered around integrity, compassion, and an appreciation for the privilege she and her peers enjoy as doctors to heal people – to give them hope, comfort, and confidence.
AUTHOR
In Pelvic Prep School, Dr. Samantha DuFlo, PT, DPT, PRPC, provides the empowering and practical information every pregnant person needs for a safe, confident and beautiful birth. This science-backed, down-to-earth manual for modern parents will help readers discover exactly how to support and strengthen the pelvic floor for pregnancy, postpartum and beyond. Dr. DuFlo walks readers through exercises and stretches specifically designed to prepare the body for birth—with tactics effective in reducing the risk of tearing during delivery. Within Pelvic Prep School, she shares strategies directly from her most trusted health resources and her years of experiences as a medical professional. Readers will find invaluable tips as they prepare for pregnancy, delivery and recovery.
Striking down myths, shame around sex or other bodily functions during pregnancy, Dr. Sam addresses the "why didn't I know about this sooner" right at the beginning of pregnancy. A must read for anyone planning for birth - whether this is a first or fourth pregnancy - Pelvic Prep School is a highly curated course containing essential pelvic health information.
For anyone currently pregnant or fearful of long-term postpartum issues, Dr. Sam DuFlo informs readers of how the pelvis functions during pregnancy and delivery, emphasizes the importance of reporting any type of pelvic pain to health professionals and explains why kegel exercises are an incomplete solution to many pelvic floor concerns.
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ADVOCATE
In keeping with her desire to contribute to public health on a global level, Dr. Sam has traveled to Costa Rica and Malawi for medical outreach and research. And, in an effort to share her strength as a business owner and leader to help support other small businesses like hers in the height of the pandemic, Dr. Sam founded the BMore Strong small business support movement.
Sam was recently welcomed to the Board of &Mother - a non-profit organization founded by Olympic medalist, Alysia Montano which is dedicated to breaking the barriers that limit a woman’s choice to pursue and thrive in both career and motherhood.
She is also a member of the Board of Trustees for Caroline Center, an organization that offers free educational, professional training, and job placement programs for women in Baltimore City seeking financial independence and security through work in healthcare.
Clients, employees, peers, and the public have recognized her consistent and sincere commitments to women’s health and advocacy, to creating safe and inclusive clinical environments for all Indigo patients, and to creating inclusive workplaces for all its team members.
Dr. Sam runs NYC Marathon with &Mother - Support The Cause!
Dr. Sam runs NYC Marathon with &Mother - Support The Cause!
VOICE
In her experience as an adjunct professor, employer and mentor, Dr. Sam developed a knack for connection and cultivating energy and enthusiasm around a range of subject matter.
With authenticity, wit, and a unique willingness to be vulnerable in front of hundreds or thousands of strangers, she often incorporates personal stories and observations when speaking as a keynote, panelist, or subject matter expert.
For rooms of all sizes, sexes, ages, and backgrounds, she has educated and empowered individuals about pelvic health, women’s health, health and workplace policy, running, entrepreneurship, executive leadership, personal growth, and self care. In every opportunity she inspires people to connect with themselves and the world around them with courage and a higher consciousness.