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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Patrick DeHeer, who shares his incredible 33-year journey in podiatry, from treating NBA players with the Indiana Pacers to performing life-changing surgeries in Haiti and the Philippines. We talk about innovation in podiatry, global medical missions, and why teaching the next generation keeps him inspired. We also explore leadership, international outreach, his invention of the Aquinas Brace, and why he's more excited than ever to lead the profession forward. If you're a podiatrist or healthcare professional looking for a dose of purpose, passion, and perspective, this one's a must-listen. “My goal is to leave the profession better than I found it.” If you're enjoying the Podiatry Legends Podcast, please tell your podiatry friend and consider subscribing.  If you're looking for a speaker for an upcoming event, please email me at tyson@podiatrylegends.com, and we can discuss the range of topics I cover. 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But I picked up pretty early, , when I was talking to Patrick that he's had a pretty amazing Podiatrist career, which is why I wanted to get him back on the podcast. And when I looked through his bio and I saw how much you have actually done, I started to question how many podiatry lifetimes have you actually had? It's I'm looking through your BIO and I've gone. Where, how, where did you find the time to do all this? It's amazing. Patrick Deheer: Thank you. I get asked that question a lot, but I think it's just, I really love what I do and I have a hard time saying no. Tyson E Franklin: It has [00:01:00] to be because I picked that up when we were, did the other episode and you said that towards the end you said, I just love being a Podiatrist. Mm-hmm. And it was actually refreshing to hear someone say that, especially. How many years have you been a Podiatrist for now? Patrick Deheer: So I graduated from Podiatrist school at the Shoal College in 1990. I did a one year residency back then I'm from Indiana. I wanted to come back. All the residencies in Indiana were just one year. And then I did a fellowship with, which there weren't even fellowships after at that point, but I did a fellowship for a year after that. So I had two years of training and so I've been in practice for 33 years in total. Tyson E Franklin: Okay. I've gotta ask a question. Why Podiatrist? How did you get into Podiatrist in the first place? Patrick Deheer: Yeah, that's interesting. I went to Indiana University and I went to school as a pre-dental major and I was gonna be a dentist. And somewhere in my second year, I visited my dentist and I realised that was not a good choice [00:02:00] and, there were several things that didn't resonate with me, and at that point I wasn't sure what I wanted to do. So I was considering marine biology and some other things, and my counselor at IU actually recommended Podiatrist and I didn't know anything about it. And I was, had a, I was talking on the phone with my dad who played golf with a Podiatrist, and he said, well, I know Dr. Ralph Gibney, and he would, I'm sure you could visit him. I did and he loved his job. His patients loved him. He did surgery, had a normal lifestyle. I saw patients leave his office happy, like immediately feeling better. Yeah. He was very successful, just kind and generous and I was like, I can do, I could do that. That looks like a great career and I think. Being really involved with student recruitment, the secret sauce for sure is when a prospective student visits a Podiatrist, just like my experience was so many years ago. They see people who are happy, who love what they do, whose patients appreciate them, who they can help immediately. Feel better. And then, you have the [00:03:00] whole gamut of things you can do within Podiatrist, from diabetic limb salvage to sports medicine to pediatrics to total ankle replacements. So it really gives you a wide range of subspecialties within the profession. So you said you Tyson E Franklin: went Patrick Deheer: to Indiana University, is that right? Yes. Okay. Did you play basketball there as well? I didn't, my dad did. My dad was a very well known basketball player. I love basketball and I'm six foot five, but he was six foot 10 and oh geez, I'm not, I'm not as athletic as he was, but I love basketball. Basketball's been a big part of my life. And that's one of the reasons I was really excited to work with Indiana Pacers, which I was there team podiatrist for 30 years. Tyson E Franklin: I saw that. So you finished in 1990 and from 92 to 2022. You were the Podiatrist for the Indiana Pacers. Yes. How did you score that gig? Patrick Deheer: Well, there's a couple things that happened that led to that. One my mentor was Rick Lde, who was a really big name in [00:04:00] Podiatrist at that point in time nationally and internationally for that fact. He brought arthroscopy into Podiatrist. He was doing it unofficially. And then my dad, like I mentioned, was a big time basketball player. He was actually drafted by the Indiana Pacers in the late 1960s. Oh. And so they knew the name and they worked with Rick Lde and they wanted somebody in more of an official capacity than he had been doing it. And I was in the right place at the right time and I got along really well with the trainer, David Craig. And it just was a great relationship for 30 years. And I take it, you still go to the games? Occasionally. So, they made a change on the orthopedic whole team back in 2022 and they're like, well, we're gonna change everything. And I was like, okay, that's fine. I've done it for 30 years. That was enough. And they had a really nice on the court celebration for me where they recognised me before a game and gave me, I have a couple different jerseys that they've given me, but they gave me one with the number 30 on it to celebrate my 30 years. Oh, that's cool. It was really cool and [00:05:00] it was really fun working with professional athletes. There's a whole sort of nuance to that that I, a lot of people unfortunately don't get experience, but it is it can be challenging. It can be very hectic at times. There's, there can be a lot of pressure involved with it also but it's also incredibly rewarding. Tyson E Franklin: So as, as the Podiatrist for like. Uh, a basketball team at that level. What was it? Was it a a, a daily contact you had with them or was it something once a week you caught up with the players or they only came into your clinic when there was an issue? Patrick Deheer: More the latter, I would say, but I usually would see them at the beginning of the season, help with our orthotic prescriptions and evaluate them, and then as needed. Oftentimes the trainer would call me and ask me to either come to a game or practice and then occasionally they'd have the players would need something more urgent and they would come to my office. But it varied from year to year quite a bit on how much I did on just based on how much they needed me. Tyson E Franklin: Did you go along to the games when you [00:06:00] were the team Podiatrist at the time? Patrick Deheer: Yeah. Not all of them, but definitely some of them. And, they would, the Pacers are such a great organization. They actually had. Every medical specialty as part of their healthcare team and including like, pediatrics for the players kids. And so at the beginning of every year, they would have a a sort of a team doctor reception dinner, and then we would, they'd have a lottery for tickets for us for the games. They would have usually the general managers there and the coach and a player too. And we gotta interact with them and talk with 'em and hang out with 'em. It was just always really fun and the Pacers are just a first class organization and they were great to work with. Tyson E Franklin: What made you decide it was time to. Hang up the boots and not do that. Honestly, Patrick Deheer: it wasn't my decision. It was theirs. They were changing the whole orthopedic team, and yeah, and that's, that happens in sports and especially high levels like that. And initially I was a little bit caught off guard. I can't lie about that, but once I came to terms like, I've done this for a long time Tyson E Franklin: it's okay. [00:07:00] Yeah, I know because we have the Cairns Taipans where I live in the National Basketball League, and it was interesting when they first kicked off 20 something years ago, I was the Podiatrist for the team. Did that first two years. Then all of a sudden there was a change of coach. And they dropped us and just went with another. Podiatrist and we went, well, what the, and we're talking to the team doctor go, what happened there? He goes, oh, I had no control over it. This person knew this person and they've made that decision. I went, oh, okay. Anyway, it only lasted about five months, I think, with the other person. The next minute the coach was ringing up saying, please, we need you to come back. And I'm like, ah, I don't wanna do it now. And they're going, please. So we did, and we did it for the next 15 years. It was a long period of time, but we had a really good arrangement with them. Same thing, doing screens at the beginning of the year and we end up having a, like a corporate box at the game. So we were at every home game and we did a bit of a deal with them to actually get that, [00:08:00] which would be a lot cheaper in the NBL than in the NBAI bet. Yeah. Their budget would be a lot, a lot smaller too in the NBL over here than the NBA. It's crazy sports money over there. Yes it is. Had you worked with other sporting teams as well, or basketball was Patrick Deheer: the main sport you were involved in? Basketball? I worked with the women's. We have A-A-W-N-B-A team also, so I worked with them for a few years, not nearly as long as the Pacers but I worked with them. And then we have a college in Indianapolis called Butler University. I worked with 'em for a few years, but it was again, the basketball team. But I will say. Because of working with professional athletes, I do tend to get athletes from all different types of sports coming to my private office but now official capacity with another team. Tyson E Franklin: So with your career after you graduated and then you did your residency, which was one year back when you did it and you decided you were gonna stay in Indiana, what was the next stage of your career? Patrick Deheer: I've had a [00:09:00] interesting employment history. I worked, went to work for a large group where Rick Lundine, who was my mentor, was one of the owners, and then he left the group after about three years and then went to work for a hospital. So then I followed him and went to work for a hospital for a few years, and then we formed a multi-specialty group. Then I worked in that for a few years and I was like, I think I can do better on my own. So then I was out in practice private practice by myself for several years. And then about four and a half years ago or so the private equity involvement in medicine in the United States has really taken off. And it started in other specialties in medicine, but it hit, it was ha happening in Podiatrist then and still is for that matter. And I was approached by three or four different private equity firms that wanted to buy my practice and have me be involved with their company. And I enjoy, I sold my practice to Upper Line Health back then, and I've been part of that group since. Tyson E Franklin: With um, that transition into private practice, did you, did your practice cover all aspects of [00:10:00] Podiatrist or did you specialize in particular area? Patrick Deheer: I've done everything and I really enjoy all components of Podiatrist. My the things that I'm probably most known for. I'm a big reconstructive surgeon, so I do a lot of reconstructive surgery and I do a lot of pediatrics. Those are probably the two biggest things that I'm most, known for I'm also a residency director in at Ascension St. Vincent's, Indianapolis. And, but I've worked with residents my whole career. I've been a residency director for about six or seven years now. And but I've enjoyed teaching residents for, 33 years basically. And also you go to Haiti and do reconstructive surgery there. So, international medicine has been a big part of my career. I've been on 30 trips total around the world. I've been to several countries. The first one was in 2002. I went to Honduras. One of my former residents that I became really close to he was practicing in Little Rock, Arkansas in a large group there, asked him to go with them and he asked me if I [00:11:00] would join him. And so we went to Trujillo and which is on the eastern coast of Honduras. And, that was in 2002. It was a really kind of small hospital. There was about a hundred people on the, in the group that went there. Not all medical, but most medical we would actually take over the whole hospital. And it was something that just like, I just knew that was like me, like that was so, I just loved it so much and I had such an amazing experience that. I went back there twice and the third time I went, I actually brought with my daughter is my oldest child. She was in high school at the time and watching her go through that experience was probably one of my most favorite international trips. She worked in the eye clinic and just seeing her, see her experience and doing international medicine was really rewarding. Then I wanted to start to go to some other places, and then I stumbled on Haiti. And I really got involved with Haiti. I've been there by far the most, and started working in Haiti, [00:12:00] primarily doing Clubfoot. And in Haiti. I met Kay Wilkins, who was a pediatric orthopedic surgeon from Texas, San Antonio. We started working together on the Haitian Clubfoot project. I also, through my experience in Haiti, my first trip with one particular young man who I did surgery on. Who had a really difficult postoperative course. He was about a 12, 13, or 12-year-old boy who I did clubfoot surgery on. And after that first trip when I came back home, about a week later, I called down to the orthopedic surgeon who was covering our cases and taking care of the patients postoperatively. And we did several cases. I had my good friend Mike Baker, who's a Podiatrist residency director in Indianapolis also. And then we had an anesthesiologist from the. Hospital and Steve Offit, who's a Podiatrist who was a resident at the time, we went down together. So I called and asked how everybody was doing. We did maybe 30 surgeries or something, and they said Everybody's fine except for the kid. He had a really bad wound, dehiscence and infection we're gonna have to amputate his leg. And I said, well, [00:13:00] how long can you wait? And yeah, they said Could maybe wait a week or so. This young man, his name is Wilkin. He lived in the middle of Haiti and he had no paperwork, nothing. I was fortunate. I was in a fraternity at Indiana University and two of my fraternity brothers, their dad was our state senator, one of our state senators, and working through his office. In the Haitian embassy in the US we were able to get him a passport and visa. Within a week. There happened to be a group called the Timmy Foundation from Indianapolis and Porter Prince. They brought him up to Indianapolis. I got the hospital where I worked at that time to admit him. And I got a whole team of doctors involved, pediatricians, infectious disease, plastic surgeons, and we got his wound stabilized. Then one night we were going to do this big massive surgery on him and I fixed his other foot and then the plastic surgeons came in and they did a rectus abdominis flap from his stomach and connected it to fill in. He had a big [00:14:00] wound on his medial sort of heel area, and then they did a split thickness skin graft over that. We had to wait until all the regular surgeries were done 'cause everybody was doing it for and then he stayed in the hospital for about a month after that. And then there were some other people from a church who went with us too here. And one of them brought him into his home with his family and they took care of him for about three months while he rehab. And he was on the news, the story was on the news and in the newspaper. And then he some he became a little celebrity and, then some local people helped put him through a private school in Port-au-Prince, and he ended up healing both feet really well and moving on and living his life. And it was a long journey, but through that I really thought there has to be a better way of dealing with Clubfoot. So I started going to the University of Iowa and met Dr. Ponseti and I went out there several times and I got to know Dr. Ponseti pretty well. And I just loved working with him and learning from him. And he was the kind most kind, gentle man I've ever met [00:15:00] in my life. He was in his like 92, 93, somewhere early nineties. Oh, right. At that time, seeing patients and. A quick story. One of the most surreal nights of my life, the last time I was there, he invited me to his house for dinner, and his wife was equally famous in her profession. She, they were from Spain and she was a Spanish literature teacher, a professor. And so I go to their house and I'm having beer and pizza with these two 90 year olds who are incredibly famous respective professions. And it was just, I was just like, I cannot believe this. And then he asked me if I wanted to go up to his office and look at his original Deco Dega paintings. I'm like. Yes, let's go do that. That's, I mean, I still kind of get goosebumps thinking about that because , he is the biggest name in pediatric orthopedics, and being able to learn from him and spend as much time as I did with him was really influential in my career. And to still be performing at that age is incredible. That is incredible. Yeah. [00:16:00] His hands were arthritic at that point, but they were almost in the shape of the way he would mold the cast, the clubfoot cast on children. Yeah. 'cause he had done, the thing I loved about him is, he started. His technique in the fifties and everybody thought he was crazy and nobody understood it, and he just kept putting out research and research. In the sixties it was kites method. In the seventies it was posterior release in the eighties. Everybody's like, we don't know what to do now because none of this stuff works. Maybe we should look at that guy in Iowa. And they started looking at it as research. He just kept putting out research and they're like, this may be the answer. And now it's the standard of care according to the World Health Organization. And his story is just really amazing. I have other colleagues here in the US who spent time with him, like Mitzi Williams and learned from him. He didn't care about the initials after your name, if he wanted to help children and put in the effort to learn his technique and he wanted to teach you. And, he was such a kind gentleman. Like I mentioned before, I've never seen a [00:17:00] 90-year-old man get kissed by so many women in my life. People would just be so, I mean, these moms would be just overwhelmed with their appreciation for him and what he did for so many kids. So Tyson E Franklin: the young boy you were talking about before, who went through all that surgery and eventually you saved his limbs, did you ever catch up with him Patrick Deheer: later years? Yeah. I did. I went back several times and to the school he was at, and then the earthquake happened in 20 10 I think it was. I was, uh, I was signed up for this international mission board and I got called about a week after the earthquake in Porter Prince. And they said, you have to be at the airport and you have to bring your own food, your own water and clothes, and we don't know how long you're gonna be here. And so I had my family meet me at the airport and brought as much to as I could, and I flew from Indianapolis to Fort Lauderdale. And then I was in a small airport in Fort Lauderdale and I got on a private plane with two NBA basketball players in a famous football player [00:18:00] who were going down for the earthquake literally a week after. Desmond Howard Alonzo Morning in Samuel Dallen Bear. And so we went, we were on the same flight together and got into Porter Prince and the, there is like a filled hospital at the UN and a big tent. And I get there and they ask me what I do and I say, I'm a Podiatrist, foot and ankle surgeon. And they're like, what else can you do? And I'm like. I go, I can do wound care. And they're like, okay, you're in charge of wound care for the whole hospital. And so, and they're like, and these guys are gonna help you. And they had these Portuguese EMS guys who were there, there were people from all over the world there helping, and everybody was staying in the airport property, which was adjacent to where the UN was. And, they didn't speak any English. I didn't speak Portuguese. And but we would every day go around and premedicate all the patients in the hospital because they had really the, painful wounds, severe crush injuries, massive wounds all over. And then we'd go back through and I would do [00:19:00] wound debridement and do their dressing changes. And these guys helped me. We developed our own sort of way to communicate with each other. And I ended up being there for about eight days and sleeping on a cot with, no bathrooms available that, we just had to makeshift and eventually they got things set up for all the volunteers. And then I went home and through that I met, and one of my other heroes in medicine was John McDonald and he was. Down really the day after the earthquake from Florida. He was a retired cardiothoracic surgeon who got into wound care and he set up the wound care clinic that I took over. And then after I got back, John asked me if I would work in the wound care clinic that he was starting in Porter Prince and if I'd be in charge of the diabetic limb salvage part. And I said that, I said I would. So then I started working with him in Porter Prince at this Bernard Mes Hospital wound care center. So. Tyson E Franklin: Doing this overseas aid work, you must get a lot of enjoyment outta doing it. Patrick Deheer: I love it. I love it. It's not easy. My last trip last late fall was to the Philippines [00:20:00] and I had some travel issues. My total travel time to get to Manila was about 32 hours or so. And but you know, it made it worth it. The it was such a great experience Tyson E Franklin: do you normally go with a team of podiatrists when you. Go and visit Haiti. Do you have a group of podiatrists you go down with? Patrick Deheer: It varies from trip to trip. The more recent trips I've been on to Kenya and to the Philippines, I've gone with steps to walk, which Mark Myerson, who's a orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon, I've gotten to know real well from lecturing together and teaching together. And he started this nonprofit. And I think there, there aren't many podiatrists that are involved with it. There are a few. But he and I have really bonded and gotten to know each other and he asked me if I'd participate in, I really love how they set up their program 'cause it's very much educational based. And one of the things I learned from Kay Wilkins who I went to Haiti with is it's more about. Teaching and sharing your knowledge and experience instead of just what I call parachute medicine, where you go [00:21:00] in and you do 20 or 30 surgeries. It's really about teaching the teachers, especially if you can teach the teachers. Then it's gonna have a mushrooming effect. So you're gonna help, thousands of people instead of 10 or 20 people. Tyson E Franklin: So you are teaching other surgeons down there how to perform these procedures the right way, or? Patrick Deheer: Yes. Well, just, it's not so much that it's my experience in a lot of developing countries is. So for like, reconstructive type stuff, it's gonna be orthopedic surgeons. If it's more wound stuff, it'll be general surgeons. But it's, they just don't get the specialized training that we have. And so that's one of the things that we can bring is we have this knowledge base that they just haven't been exposed to. There are great, like orthopedic surgeons and do a lot of trauma for example, but they maybe don't do a lot of reconstructive flatfoot surgery or Yeah. Or any, yeah. Sarco or something like that where we can give them the, our share, our experience and knowledge and with steps to walk. I really love it [00:22:00] because there's usually five or so faculty and it's mostly foot and ankle orthopedic surgeons, and then myself and from all over the world. And the first day is. And it's all the orthopedic surgeons and residents from pretty much the whole country come in for this program. And so the first day there's a conference where we as faculty present the next day, they line up these patients for us to evaluate. So we evaluate them. They're actually interviewing us. Why we're evaluating, we're telling them what we think and what we would recommend, and then. The so that's on Tuesday. Then Wednesday and Thursday there are surgeries. And then Friday it's either like a cadaver lab or review the surgeries and it's just really great there for the surgeries, there's two faculty nurse, there's a lead surgeon and an assistant surgeon, and then usually two of the orthopedic residents are also on the case too. So there's usually four people on the case. It's really interesting since I have a strong background in pediatrics this year when we were in Manila, there were a lot of pediatric cases. More than half the cases were pediatrics. And the foot and [00:23:00] ankle orthopedic surgeons really don't do a lot of pediatric stuff. They're usually adults. They, usually it's the pediatric orthopedic surgeons who are doing the kids. And so they made meet the lead surgeon on all those cases which was really interesting. Tyson E Franklin: So are they different groups and organizations reaching out to you or are you searching for areas that you feel may need help? When Patrick Deheer: I first started, I was more me searching and trying to find opportunities. Now that I, my name is known people will approach me. For example, I've been working with a colleague in Barbados. She's a she graduated from Podiatrist school in England, and there are seven podiatrists in Barbados who are all non-surgical. And the country actually has a really high amputation rate. And one of the things that they determined, despite everything else that they're doing to try to help reduce that amputation rate, they just needed surgical Podiatrist to be part of it. And we talked at one of the APMA national meetings a couple years ago, and she asked me if I would come down to Barbados. And so I took two of my residents down a CO about. That was [00:24:00] about a year and a half ago and met with her and went to the hospital and I, I was like, yeah, we could definitely help here. There this things like, if a patient has a bunion, a diabetic patient has a bunion that nobody is fixing that, that then leads to an ulcer because it's such a bad bunion that could have been prevented. And. The problem, and this is pretty common in a lot of countries, is they really don't recognise surgical Podiatrist from a credentialing standpoint. And much so in countries like that, were under the English system, they have to change the law. So the government has to change the laws and a force in of nature. Simone McConney is her name, and she's been working with the government to try to give me an exemption so I can start coming down and demonstrating that we can influence the amputation rate and hopefully reduce that significantly. On that Tyson E Franklin: first trip that you just did, was that more of a reconnaissance trip? It was more to go down there and evaluate the area and what is [00:25:00] actually needed. You couldn't actually go down there and perform surgery. Patrick Deheer: Correct. We did see some, we did see patients at a diabetic center and did some minor things like some and things like that. But yeah, it was more, it's more about, and one of the things I've learned is and people ask me about international medicine all the time. It's not going down and saying, here's what I can do. It's about going somewhere and saying, how can I help? What do you need? And then if you can help fulfill the need. Then great. And really, and especially if that can be centered around teaching the local doctors and working with them. And again, it's not that I know anything that I'm a better surgeon than anybody there. It's just I have this really super sub-specialized training that they haven't been exposed to. And then I can share that with them. Tyson E Franklin: Yeah. I've had a few Podiatrist on the podcast who have done some overseas work and there was one Australian Podiatrist and he's been traveling through South America for the last couple of years. Not doing surgery, but just making up inserts or whatever he can get his hands on. And just [00:26:00] doing general routine foot care on people. Mm-hmm. And educating 'em about footwear and protecting their feet. And he's been doing it for a couple of years now and absolutely loves it. Patrick Deheer: I I mean, I've made some maybe not the best decisions. Like I went to Iraq twice in the middle of the Gulf War, for example. Not this. Up in the world. But and Haiti, I've been in Haiti at times when Haiti was in total civil unrest. But I love it so much that the risk is worth it for me to be able to make a difference in people's lives, but also to share the knowledge and experience that I have accumulated over my 35 years and to pay it forward. Tyson E Franklin: So over this period of time you've done a lot of work overseas and, but you've been on a number of different boards and associations. How important is it is it for you to actually be involved in the profession in that way? Patrick Deheer: Well, when I [00:27:00] finished my residency I was at our state meeting and I was complaining about the quality of the meeting and they were like, okay, that's fine. You can be on the CE committee now, the continuing education committee. I'm like, okay, I'll do that. But don't ask me to get involved in politics 'cause I'm never gonna be doing that. I'm gonna be more in the educational stuff. Look at me now. I'm President elective, at APMA and I've had several board positions and i've been on a million committees. And I will o once I got on the board for our state association and went through all those stages or positions on the state board I really started to enjoy the leadership part of that. I liked trying to help direct where the profession is going and in. My whole thing is to leave it better than I found it. My father-in-law was also a Podiatrist and he passed away about a year and a half ago and is mid eighties. He worked in my office until he is like 82 or 83 and I loved Podiatrist, but he really loved Podiatrist and people like [00:28:00] him. My mentor, Rick Lde. I can, Teddy Clark, who was the a president of APMA from Indiana. He was the first African American president of APMA Earl Kaplan, Dalton Glary, who just recently passed away. All those people paved the way for us who are practicing now, and it's our responsibility to pay for pave the way for those people following us and to continue to advance the profession. And I can really do that at a high level. Being involved in a national organization like APMA. Tyson E Franklin: With the national board in the United States, do you connect with associations in other countries a lot or you don't have much to do with them? Patrick Deheer: N not a lot, somewhat, but I do think there's opportunity. It's been interesting to lecture internationally, like at the International Federation for Podiatrist meetings the global health or the global Podiatrist meetings. Yeah, I'm gonna be the speaker next year for it. And, seeing Podiatrist [00:29:00] grow all throughout the world in the different stages that it's in, in different countries is really encouraging. But I think that we need to first work on the lexicon so everybody's usually in the same. Terminology and then start to, to set some like qualifications to what those things mean. I really think they're, the two terms that need to be used, especially on the international platform, are podiatrists and podiatric surgeons, because yeah they're totally different. And you know what the qualifications are for those, I have my own opinions about, but I think the standards need to be set. And then all the countries who want to see Podiatrist flourish within their country need to figure out a way to meet those standards that have been set. Uh, Feel free to share your opinion, tell us what, what, how you think it should be. Yeah, I mean, I think that to be a Podiatrist, it should be a graduate degree, not my, not an undergraduate degree. And then I think to be a pediatric surgeon, you should have a postgraduate medical educational experience, like a residency program. [00:30:00] And I think those are the two qualifiers. I think board certification should be part of that too to be a pediatric surgeon. But the word, podology is used a lot. Chiropodist has still used some in some places. Yeah. And some of 'em are just like almost a technical degree versus a graduate degree. So I think if everybody could start to agree on some standards and some terminology, then everybody can work towards a common goal and help each other. Tyson E Franklin: , Some part of that I agree. And other parts I can see how other people be going. It's gonna be so confusing to try and get it standardised everywhere. Yeah. It's even the UK system they've started introducing. And if there's anyone from the UK listening this, and if I'm wrong please let me know. But they've introduced like apprenticeships where you don't have to be at the university for the whole four years. You can be doing a lot of your education in the clinic itself, and you go to university at different times and they're calling it like an apprenticeship program. Which [00:31:00] is a completely different pathway again. Patrick Deheer: Right. And in, I think in Canada it's more like an undergraduate degree too. I don't know the speci remember the specifics, but I've lectured in Canada and I've talked to a lot of Canadian podiatrists over the years. But again, not a lot of Canadian podiatrists are doing surgery. Kind of varies from province to Tyson E Franklin: province. Well, in Australia we pretty much finish high school and it's an undergraduate degree. We just go straight in, do Podiatrist. Four years later you come out and you start working. Patrick Deheer: Yeah and may maybe that some sort of hybrid model of that would be great. I just think that. It's an evolving profession and it's such an impactful profession on the healthcare system for all these countries that can improve patients' quality of life, keep people walking, keep people active and healthy dealing with problems like. Diabetes and obesity that are gonna lead to foot problems and reducing the complications associated with those [00:32:00] systemic diseases can really impact the overall healthcare system for countries. So I think it's so important for Podiatrist to be part of that equation, but we, we need to establish what the standards are to really have an impact in those healthcare systems. Tyson E Franklin: Yeah, and even if everybody got together, had a big meeting and you're all agreed, it would still be. Generations for, yeah, for it to roll out completely, because you'd have people that are just graduating now, so they've got a 30, 40 year career ahead of them. Patrick Deheer: For sure. And I think the US has set the standard and I think that, people, something along that line with Australia and England and what you've done and Spain now too, looking at all those models and trying to find something that is everybody can say, okay, this is what it means to be a Podiatrist and this is mean, what it means to be a pediatric surgeon. And then. Work with the support the country's podiatric associations to try to work with their [00:33:00] government to, to make that happen. Tyson E Franklin: This is what I found interesting doing the podcast and what I've enjoyed a lot is where I've had Podiatrist from India, from the UEA, from Mauritius, uk, Canada, South Africa, so many different parts of the world. When you talk to 'em and you go through the processes, everyone goes through. There's a lot of similarities between a lot of countries and then, America is on its own in the way that they actually do things. Patrick Deheer: For sure. I mentioned I graduated from Podiatrist school in 1990. To see the evolution of Podiatrist in the United States, even during my career is really amazing. I'm really proud of where we've. Gotten to, we still have things ways to go to really get to where the profession should be, but I'm really proud of the progress our profession has made during my career. Tyson E Franklin: What would you say has been the biggest change you've seen over your 30 years? Patrick Deheer: I really think [00:34:00] that the diabetic limb salvage has integrated Podiatrist into hospital healthcare systems. And then that has expanded, into things like trauma and into reconstructive surgery. Even more so, I think like in the 1970s here in Indiana, there was only one hospital in the whole state that would let podiatrists operate in the hospital. And that was here in Indianapolis. And now to think that, we can admit our own patients and do total ankle replacements or take trauma call or I'm doing pediatric surgery it's just an amazing how far it's come and, to see that progress. I think a lot of it was led by the diabetic limb salvage component of the profession and integrating that, and that helped to integrate Podiatrist into just the healthcare system and it became a key player and amputation prevention. Tyson E Franklin: So it wasn't one significant moment in time where things changed. It was progression over that period of time. [00:35:00] Patrick Deheer: I think guys like Larry Harless David Armstrong, Larry Lavery Robert Feinberg, Lee Rogers. Those people have really help from a diabetic limb salvage part, integrate the whole profession, I think. Tyson E Franklin: I wanna move ahead a little bit. You invented a thing called the Aquinas Brace. Patrick Deheer: Yeah. So I was running to try to lose weight and I got poster tibial tendonitis and I didn't wanna stop running. And I was wearing orthotics. I was taking some steroid pills but it still was really hurting. And so I realised I had Aquinas like everybody. I needed to stretch, so I was wearing a night splint at night to try to stretch out my calf, and I woke up at two in the morning because they're uncomfortable to sleep in. I looked down, I'm sleeping on my side with my knee bent, and I'm like, this is a complete waste of time. Has to go above your knee, or this is doing nothing. And so that was the genesis of it. I realised the brace needed to go above the knee, and then I also realised the foot position mattered too, that you need to have the foot [00:36:00] supinated so that you can lock them in tarsal joint. And then all the force is gonna be in the hind foot. But also when you supinate the foot, you externally rotate the tibia, which locks the knee. You can't lock your knee into full extension unless your tibia externally rotates via the screw home mechanism. So, that's where the idea came from. I had a friend who was a sales rep. I told him about it and he goes, I know the guy that can help us make this come to reality. So the three of us formed a company called IQ Medical Ricky Heath and John Moore. And I. And then we got brought the brace to market. It was really a learning experience for all three of us. It, like anything took much longer than we thought and cost a lot more money than we thought it would, but it's pretty amazing to see something that you dreamed up in your head, come to life into a real thing. Did you use it on yourself and did you get back running? So this was, it took us about five years from, it really took about five years to get it actually in production. I kept [00:37:00] running though. So Tyson E Franklin: did you end up, being one of your own patients testing this out on yourself. Patrick Deheer: Oh, yeah, I was testing all the sort of different versions of it coming up on myself for sure. I have a size 14 shoe, so it's really pushing the limits on the size of the brace, but I was able to try 'em out as we were going through different ideations of it. Tyson E Franklin: And this is what I was talking about when I did the introduction with you. Where you've had a very successful Podiatrist career. You've been on so many boards and associations and held so many different positions. You're gonna be the next president of the APMA. You've done all this volunteer work overseas, you've invented the Aquinas Brace . with all that going on, what's next? You must have other things in the pipeline you're going, I'm gonna do. I've got more to do. Yeah. Patrick Deheer: I, my favorite thing that I do in Podiatrist is being a residency director. I love it. Okay. I have we have [00:38:00] 12 residents at our program, so we have four per year, or it's a three year residency, and I've become really close to the residents. We have a great program and I just love teaching. I, I love watching the residents develop. We just had a new group start a week ago. So watching 'em develop from July 1st when they start over three years to the June 30th of their third year when they graduate, and I've seen them out. We always have our graduation party in kind of mid-June and it's a kind of a running joke at our residency program that. I cannot get through my speech at their graduation party without getting very emotional because they become like my kids. And yeah I'm so close to them and I'm so proud of them, and I can see what they have to offer to not only their patients but the professional also going forward. And just, it really, it's really something that I love doing and I feel honored to be able to teach them. Tyson E Franklin: So when somebody does Podiatrist in United States, they go to Podiatrist [00:39:00] school, they finish? They get their degree. They've done an undergraduate degree beforehand, haven't they? Then they, yeah. Go to Podiatrist school. If somebody doesn't do residency, they can't work as a Podiatrist. Patrick Deheer: Right. They can't get licensed in the Tyson E Franklin: states Patrick Deheer: any longer Tyson E Franklin: without doing a residency. Yeah. So they do the Podiatrist school. Are there enough positions around the country residencies for everybody who graduates? Patrick Deheer: Yes. There are actually more residency spots now than students. Okay. That's good. Because I'd Tyson E Franklin: heard years ago that sometimes it was a struggle. People would finish and then it was difficult to try and find a residency. I mean, when I was going through it, that was the case. Yeah. And I take it all residencies are not equal. Some are better Patrick Deheer: reputation. Tyson E Franklin: Well, Patrick Deheer: they're all standardised. They're all three year residencies and they're all hold all accountable to the same standards by our governing organization, the Council in Podiatric Medical Education. With that being said, yes, there are some residency [00:40:00] programs that are the leading residency programs for sure. So you Tyson E Franklin: have 12 residencies spots in your program. So there'd be a lot of podiatrists if they really wanted to work with you. Do they contact you while they're in Podiatrist school and start reaching out that way? How do you actually select. He does nce. Yeah. So in, Patrick Deheer: in the US the, and the students during their fourth year rotate through different hospitals. Some, most of the time they're for one month rotations, some are for three month rotations. And it's a little bit of a getting to know each other. It's also part of their educational experience. So they're getting that practical experience and getting out of just the book experience from learning. So we have probably, around 50 to 60 students through the year coming through our residency program as externs. Somewhere between four and or so a month. And then the interviews for residency are always in January, mid-January. And then you rank the students how you like them and they rank the residency programs, how they like them. [00:41:00] And then there's a match that comes out in mid-May and then you find out who you match with. Tyson E Franklin: Okay, so it's not your decision on who actually gets the position. So it doesn't come down to anyone's personal preference that it's an external body that puts them all together. Patrick Deheer: Well, it's not so much an external body it's just you rank your top students and the students rank their top programs. If you pick student, a number one and student a picture, residency, number one, then you're gonna match and they're gonna be one of your residents. Tyson E Franklin: I get It's good to get some insight on how that process actually works, and it's also good knowing there's more residency spots than there are students Patrick Deheer: graduating. Yeah. And while they're here for a month, we get to know them, they get to know us. And then the interviews are part of the mix too. But really, while they're rotating is probably the most important part of it. Because I've had students who were number one in their class who wanted to do our residency, but. It wasn't necessarily a good fit from a culture [00:42:00] standpoint. We are very protective of our culture and sometimes maybe the, top students aren't the be the best fit. I've also had students who were number one in their class who are a great fit, who have been residents at our program too. But we are very protective over the culture. So we wanna look at the the perspective resident global, from a global standpoint and looking at them in the entirety of how they fit in the program. Tyson E Franklin: I think there's a fantastic point that anyone listening to this, even when you were just employing a team member, is you've gotta make sure they fit the culture of your business. Doesn't matter how qualified they are, doesn't matter how many other boxes they tick if they don't fit. It's always gonna be difficult, long term to make it work. Patrick Deheer: Absolutely. I talk to other residency directors and they talk about their challenges with certain, with residents. I never really have any issues with our residents. I think. Part of that is the culture we've established. And part of it is I have two chief residents that are in their third year. The third year residents, two of 'em are [00:43:00] chiefs. I rely really heavily on them. We work very closely. And then I have a program coordinator her name's Carrie and the four of us run the program together. And we all work together. And but everybody is part of it though. We're all, all, so. It would be 12 plus the program coordinator plus me, and we have a clinic, a Podiatrist who runs a clinic. So the 15 of us are all working together, plus we have about 50 podiatrists who are attending surgeons, who our residents work with. So we have a really. Big group of people that we work with, but our residents I, nothing really ever escalates to my level where I've gotta intervene. They just, they all work hard. They all come as willing, eager learners, and I always ask the new residents the same thing to leave the residency program better than they found it. Tyson E Franklin: Have you had anyone that's done the residency that it, they've got halfway through it and just went, this is not working out. We made a mistake. You're not the right fit. Patrick Deheer: Nope. [00:44:00] I, it's interesting I'm known for not being a big fan of fellowships. I think fellowships in the United States have needs to be reigned in. That's another year after training, after residency program are doing, and I think unfortunately, a lot of 'em have become, almost like a fourth year of residency. And fellowships really should be for really specific specialized training. Like if you wanna do diabetic limb salvage or you want to do pediatrics or whatever. But I tell our residents, if you think you need a fellowship because you didn't get adequate surgical training while you were at our residency program, that is my fault. I failed you. And so, in the case that you brought up, that would've been my responsibility. Not the problem of the resident. Tyson E Franklin: So before we wrap up, is there anything else you would like to talk about ? Patrick Deheer: Well, I think one of the other things you asked me about, what excites me now is I started, I invented a surgical a kit for Aquinas surgery for the bowel and gut. And I started a company with three of my sons. [00:45:00] So that's been really fun working with my sons. One of my sons also has a brace company where he sells AFOs and sells the Aquinas brace that I invented. But starting this company with my sons and working with family has been really fun. It some of my most cherished memories were working with my father-in-law when he was still alive and practicing. Even if he was just doing routine care, just hanging out in the office with him and talking shop over dinner and was fun. But I just, i'm really excited about the profession. It's been really great to me and that's why I feel a responsibility to pay it forward and to try to see that it's in a better place than when I entered it. And so that's why I put so much effort into it. I've been in charge of the student recruitment, which we talked about last time, which is another big, yeah. I'm working on right now and I'm really excited about that. And we're looking at expanding that into a branding campaign for the entire profession and getting all the key stakeholders in Podiatrist in the United States involved in that. And it's interesting 'cause osteopathic [00:46:00] medicine to that about. 15 years ago, and it had a really significant impact on osteopathic medicine. I think we can have the same impact on Podiatrist with a national branding campaign where we just elevate the awareness of Podiatrist so people understand what we do and understand that as a potential career for people who are in high school or undergraduate trying to figure out what they want to get into. And it's interesting, we work at a big, our residency's at a big teaching hospital and still their residents in general surgery or neurosurgery who don't really understand what we as podiatrists do, and our residents are interacting with them and say, yeah, oh yeah, we can work on that. And trying to save that limb from being amputated. And they're like, wow, you guys really do that? Tyson E Franklin: And that doesn't surprise me. 'cause nearly anyone I ever talk to when I tell 'em I was a podiatrist and you just explain. What you do, and they go, well, I didn't know you did that. That sounds really interesting. Patrick Deheer: Sure. And I do all parts of Podiatrist and I like all of it. I'm [00:47:00] not above trimming a 90-year-old lady's toenails. I mean, if I can trim a 90-year-old lady's toenails in a corn on her little toe and she walks outta my office and feels immediately better that's an honor for me to be able to help somebody like that. And I take that very seriously. Tyson E Franklin: Okay. Well, on that note, Patrick, I wanna thank you for coming back on the Podiatry Legends Podcast. Sharing part, Oh geez. You sharing part of your story. It's gonna be a smidgen of what you've done. You have done so much. This has been it's been a pleasure having you on here, so thank you very much. Patrick Deheer: It's been awesome having a conversation with You're such a great interviewer. Thank you for having me on. Well, thank you. I'm gonna take that, I'm gonna take, that's a big compliment. Thank you very much. You're really good.

Dean's Chat hosts, Drs. Jeffrey Jensen and Johanna Richey, had the opportunity to sit down with students from the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine (AZCPM) Class of 2028.  Athena Najar, Ari Gerber, and Paxton Ingram just completed their 1st year, and are currently in the summer courses that include the Lower Extremity Anatomy course that includes a dissection lab! A great episode for prospective studetns to understand what the first year is like at AZCPM. Enjoy!  This episode is sponsored by the APMA!

Dean's Chat hosts, Drs. Jensen and Richey, welcome Dr. Robert Sage to Dean's Chat!  Dr. Sage is a member of the Board of Trustees of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA).. When elected in 2023, Dr. Sage said, “I look forward to being a part of the work of the APMA Board of Trustees, APMA is the leading organization representing podiatrists nationwide, and I am honored by the trust my peers have placed in me by electing me to serve.” Dr. Sage's career in podiatric medicine and surgery spans 25 years. He has been active with the Wisconsin Society of Podiatric Medicine throughout his career, serving twice as president and playing an instrumental role in passing key legislation, including an updated podiatric practice act, imaging bills, and a bill allowing podiatrists to supervise physician extenders. As a long-time delegate from the state of Wisconsin to APMA's House of Delegates, Dr. Sage has served as president of Acey-Deucy, an alliance of small states within the House of Delegates. He also has served in leadership positions with the Midwest Podiatry Conference and Wisconsin's Podiatry Affiliated Credentialing Board. He became active with APMA's Membership Committee more than 15 years ago, serving as chair since 2019. Dr. Sage is active within the Beloit Health System and has served on the Medical Executive Committee, as chair of the Surgery Department, and as president of the medical staff. He is a coach and volunteer for YMCA and active in the Beloit, WI, community. "We are honored to have Dr. Sage as a member of our Leadership Team and Medical Staff. We are fortunate he will be representing the interests of his profession and our Community." Tim McKevett, President/CEO of Beloit Health System. Dr. Sage received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine (now Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine) in 1998 and completed his residency training at PHS Mt. Sinai East Hospital in Ohio.

Dr. Jeffrey Jensen and Joanna Richey welcome Dr. Colin Mizuo to Dean's Chat, where we discussed all things podiatric medicine and surgery! Join us, as we discuss Dr. Mizuo‘s experience as a Lieutenant in the United States Navy, including his practice experience working on the base with the Naval Medical Center at Camp Lejeune. He is a decorated Navy Lieutenant with several different accolades, including the Navy and Marine Corpse Commendation Metal, Global War on Terrorism Award, Humanitarian Service Award, and the National Defense Service Award. Listen, as he describes his experiences and how it helped curate his current interests in podiatric medical and surgical care. This episode is sponsred by APMA! Dr. Mizuo currently practices at Pearl Foot and Ankle in Portland Oregon, but his story begins when he got his degree from University of North Texas and Psychology. Tune in, as he discusses his first experiences working as a clinical psychologist on campus and how that triggered his interest in podiatric medicine. He provides insightful takes on what it means to be a doctor and how every interaction that we have impacts and shapes the experiences our patients have.   Dr. Mizuo got his Degree of Podiatric Medicine from William M. Scholl, College of Podiatric Medicine and completed his three year surgical residency program with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. This is where he met his wife and tune in as he discusses the unique experiences that residency provided, and how his residency program Director was an integral character in his relationship. Join us, as he discusses mentorship, grit, perseverance, and tenacity. As “Faculty of the Year” Award recipient, he discusses what it's like to be a faculty member and the value of resident and student education. He also shares his insights on leadership and what this means in the context of both physician work as well as career and community. As part of the APMA young leadership panel he describes these experiences and how they impacted his career.  Finally as longtime friend of Dr. Timothy Miller, and another Marvel Superhero fan, listen as he discusses his own take on the Marvel universe and the psychology behind what we do and how it helps shape us. We hope you enjoy this spectacular episode! https://www.apma.org/ https://www.abfas.org/residents

Deans Chat welcomes Dr. Timothy Miller! Dr. Miller is a Fellowship trained foot ankle surgeon practicing in Orlando, Florida. He received his Bachelors degree in Psychology at Johns Hopkins University with a minor in Bioethics.  He later went on to complete his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine with the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and continued on with a three year surgical residency with Morristown Medical Center, in New Jersey. He then pursued a Fellowship with Foot and Ankle Specialists in Ohio with focus on Foot and Ankle Reconstruction and limb deformity correction. Join us as we discuss “all things podiatric medicine and surgery.” Dr. Miller is a true leader in the profession. He has served in multiple facets across several organizations, including the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, and with the American Podiatric Medical Association, including being the Delegate for the state of Florida. Listen as he describes his experiences with leadership development and how he leads and directs resident education.  His scholarly work includes multiple publications, lectures, and poster presentations as well as his work as a peer viewer for the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery, and FASTRAC. Tune in for this special episode as we dive into the realm of the psychology of being a physician, as well as the impact it has into our lives. As a diehard Marvel fan, you'll hear how Dr. Miller attributes various aspects of different marvel characters with periods of his own life. Listen as he describes the feelings of imposter syndrome and self-doubt and how these could actually be used as tools to help shape us rather than hinder us. This was such a unique and special conversation with a doctor that truly understands how important the psychology of what we do and how that impacts the delivery of care. We hope you enjoy this episode! https://www.apma.org/ https://www.acfas.org/ https://www.abfas.org/residents

Drs. Jensen and Richey welcome Dr. John Evans to Dean's chat! A true leader in the profession, Dr. Evans has worked in private practice in Michigan for over 30 yrs, recently shifted into medical consulting work in the areas of critical limb ischemia. He has served in many interdisciplinary organizations including American Heart Association, The Peripheral Vascular Disease Council as well as the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association helping write the guidelines for peripheral arterial disease. Join us as he discussed how impactful our work as podiatric surgeons is not only on the community but to our interdisciplinary colleagues as well.  His career began as a pharmacist when he was introduced to the podiatry profession and decided to make a career change. Dr. Evans earned his Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy and went on to complete his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine at Temple University. He completed his 2 year surgical residency at Highlands Center in Denver, and later even worked as an attending to Dr. Jensen! Tune in for some fun reminiscing!  Dr. Evans has served numerous leadership roles across all of the different professional organizations within the podiatric profession. He has served on a myriad of committees with the American Board of Foot and Ankle surgeons. (ABFAS) He has served on the Board of Directors, ABFAS Communications committee, Examination committees including oral, CBPS and case review committees. He has been a strong advocate for the American Podiatric Medical Association including his state society Michigan Podiatric Medical Association where he served in leadership roles such as the Executive Committee, Secretary- Board of Directors. He has been involved in legislative committee work including Insurance Committee Chair, Medicare Carrier Advisory Committee and Hospital privileging at a State and National level. He has served on several committees for the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons as well as a peer reviewer for the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He is faculty for the Symposium on Advanced Wound Care, New Cardiovascular Horizons, and Amputation Prevention Symposium. He does committee work for American Limb preservation society, The CLI Global Society, and trained residents in podiatric medicine and surgery for over 30 years. It is no question that he earned the “APMA Award of Excellence- For outstanding national accomplishments in scientific, professional and civic endeavors.” And yet, he remains humble about his accomplishments and a true gentleman at his core. We hope you enjoy this interview with one of the Podiatry Legends!  https://www.abfas.org/residents https://www.apma.org/ https://www.acfas.org/ https://www.cliglobalsociety.org/ https://limbpreservationsociety.org/ https://www.heart.org/  

Welcome to Dean's Chat Dr. Rachel Albright! Drs. Jensen and Richey are thrilled to discuss “all things podiatric medicine and surgery” with Dr. Albright. Dr. Albright is currently practicing with Stamford Health Medical Group in Connecticut. Dr. Albright holds a Master's degree in Public Health from The Dartmouth Institute, Geisel School of medicine and a Bachelors degree In Business Management with a minor in chemistry from the University of South Florida. She completed her Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine Degree from Scholl College and went on to do a 3 year surgical residency at John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County and Advocate Illinois Masonic Medicine Center.  Join us as she discussed her passion for Research and public health including her experience in health economic models which she learned during a unique opportunity to study abroad at the University of Oxford in the field of Applied methods of cost-effectiveness analysis. We discuss the multiple organizations that she has served in leadership roles with application of her exceptional research acumen including APMA and ACFAS. She also serves as Deputy Editor with the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery and Associate editor for the Journal of Podiatric Medical Association as well as a reviewer for Foot and Ankle International, Gerontology and even reviews grants for international organizations.   With her passion for research, she is also an exceptional faculty member with numerous publications and invited lectures across a multitude of professional organizations. She serves as faculty for the AO North America, UT RGV and Scholl College as well as Dartmouth College teaching qualitative methods and survey research methods. Tune in, to discover what passions Dr. Albright has outside of medicine and how she recharges her batteries after giving back so much to the profession! We hope you enjoy this incredible episode!  https://www.abfas.org/residents https://www.apma.org/ https://www.acfas.org/ https://www.aofoundation.org/aona  

Dean's Chat host, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen, welcomes Drs. Andrew Baum and Dr. Richard Walburg to the podcast! A common theme in this episode is work life balance at different stages in a career! And, ultramarathoning!   Dr. Andrew Baum graduated from the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine and is now a 3rd year resident about to graduate and start a position as a hospital employed podiatrist in Oregon in the same hospital he was born in!  Dr. Richard Walburg and Dr. Jensen were classmates at the California College of Podiatric Medicine - they studied togeter and ran every week - inclucing running marathons! He has been emplyed by Kaiser Permanente for almost 30 years! Enjoy the discussion - passions for podiatry and running and athletic endeavors - a common theme in undergraduate students pursuing a career in podiatric medicine! This episode is sponsored by APMA!  Enjoy!

Summary In this episode of Develop This, Dennis Fraise speaks with Flavio Volpe, president of the Automotive Parts Manufacturers Association (APMA) in Canada. They discuss the historical ties between the Canadian and US automotive industries, the integration of the North American auto supply chain, the current state of tariffs and their impact on the industry, and the future of the Canadian auto parts sector. Flavio emphasizes the importance of collaboration and understanding between the two countries to navigate the complexities of trade and tariffs. Takeaways Flavio Volpe is the president of the APMA, representing Canada's automotive sector. The historical relationship between Canada and the US auto industries dates back to 1904. Canada plays a significant role in the North American auto supply chain, with many parts crossing borders multiple times. Tariffs imposed on auto parts can severely impact the industry, threatening jobs and production. The Canadian auto parts industry is intricately tied to US and Mexican operations, employing thousands across North America. Free trade agreements have allowed for significant investment and growth in the Canadian auto sector. The integration of the automotive supply chain means that parts come from various countries, not just the US and Canada. The future of the Canadian auto parts industry depends on maintaining strong trade relations with the US. Trust and collaboration are essential for navigating the current trade environment. The Canadian auto sector has a symbiotic relationship with the US, and both countries benefit from this partnership.

Dean's Chat hosts, Drs. Jensen and Richey, were "on location" and had the opportunity to interview attendees at the APMA House of Delagates meeting in Washington DC, March 14-16, 2025.  An energized meeting, a new APMA! Interviews:  Dr. Pat DeHeer (APMA President Elect), Dr. Scott Hughes, Dr. Lee Rogers, Dr. Adam Johnson, Dr. Eric Jaakola, Dr. Guyana Wanniarachchi.

Dean's Chat hosts, Drs. Jensen and Richey, were "on location" and had the opportunity to interview attendees at the APMA House of Delagates meeting in Washington DC, March 14-16, 2025.  An energized meeting, a new APMA! Interviews: Meghan McClelland, CEO, Dr. Savannah Santiago, Dr. Priya Parthasarathy, APMSA Students (Susanna Oppong, Tyler Daley, Anna-Lam Wilson, Pranati Chitta), Dr. Lauren Wurster, Ms. Jean Kirk (North Carolina Foot and Ankle Society), Dr. David Schweibish, Dr. Michael King (Past APMA President)

Dean's Chat hosts, Drs. Jensen and Richey, were "on location" and had the opportunity to interview attendees at the APMA House of Delagates meeting in Washington DC, March 14-16, 2025.  An energized meeting, a new APMA! Interviews: Dr. Brooke Bisbee, Dr. Patrick DeHeer, Dr. Jacob Riddle, Dr. Alan Ng, Dr. Javan Bass, Dr. Janet Simon!

Drs. Jensen and Richey welcome APMA Leadership to the Dean's Chat! In this episode, Meghan McClelland, CEO,  & Dr. Brooke Bisbee, President, discuss the changes occuring at the national level within APMA to enhance podaitric medicine and surgery.   The discussion on advocacy, and the many facets of advocacy, will impact everyone in the field. Whether you are a studnet, resident, young practiioner, seasoned practitioner, or involved in the many leadership roles, this is a can't miss episode of Dean's Chat! Previous interviews with Ms. McClelland (Ep. 174) and Dr. Bisbee (Ep. 77) highlighted their careers, and various aspects of APMA - this episode looks to the future!  Enjoy! https://www.apma.org/ https://www.stepintopodiatry.com/ https://explorepodmed.org/

Dean's Chat has a new exciting announcement - a new sponsor for our Friday Episodes - the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)! We are grateful to APMA for their support of Dean's Chat! https://www.apma.org/https://www.stepintopodiatry.com/ https://explorepodmed.org/

Drs. Jensen and Richey welcome back Dr. Patrick DeHeer to Dean's Chat! The discussion centers around Dr. DeHeer's residency program, his mission trips, the Foundatoin for Podiatric Medical Education, and the podiatric profession! Dr. DeHeer serves as a Trustee on the APMA Board of Trustees. He practices in Central Indiana as part of the national supergroup Upperline Health. Dr. DeHeer serves as the residency director of the podiatric surgical residency program at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. In addition, he served as the team podiatrist for the Indiana Pacers for thirty years, from 1992 to 2022. Dr. DeHeer, DPM, is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) and a fellow of the American Society of Podiatric Surgeons (ASPS), and American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS).  He is also a member of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. Dr. DeHeer is a Diplomat of the American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery certified in foot surgery and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. He is the inventor of The Equinus Brace™ and a partner in IQ Med. He is the President and Founder of Step-By-Step Haiti and Foot Aid. Dr. DeHeer's passion for teaching and providing lower extremity healthcare in developing countries culminated in recognition by the 2014 International Federation of Podiatrists Humanitarian Award and the 2011 APMA Humanitarian of the Year Award.   Dr. DeHeer also shares his interests outside of his work life. He expresses a love for intellectual pursuits and aesthetics, such as music, particularly the Grateful Dead, and various forms of art and culture. He enjoys engaging with theater, movies, reading, and visiting museums. Tune in to hear about Dr. DeHeer's appreciation for intellectual pursuits and artistic expressions.  www.explorepodmed.org https://podiatrist2be.com/ https://higherlearninghub.com/

In this anniversary episode of This Is Ag!, I sat down with Chana Hauben, our Vice President of Human Resources, to reflect on the remarkable culture we've built at UnitedAg and celebrate four years of the podcast. Our conversation explored the heart of what makes UnitedAg not just a great place to work but a unique environment for personal and professional growth.At UnitedAg, we've more than tripled our financial growth over the past decade all the while maintaining the innovative, energetic spirit of a startup. Chana and I discussed how this growth has been driven by intentional culture-building, starting with empathy, collaboration, and creativity. These values are central to everything we do, from hiring passionate and proactive people to fostering innovation at all levels.Initiatives like the Emerging Leaders Program, the Ag-a-thon, and our CULTIVATE values recognition system create opportunities for growth and connection. Our onboarding process, transformed into a comprehensive and immersive experience, ensures new hires feel supported and inspired from the start.A standout moment was celebrating our recent recognition as one of the best places to work in Orange County. This honor symbolizes the dedication and care we pour into creating a positive, people-first environment. It's also a reflection of Chana's exceptional leadership in fostering an inclusive, innovative, and empowering culture.For me, UnitedAg has always been a "lab" where we experiment with ideas—not just for business growth but for human connection. Every day is an opportunity to grow a little more, to connect on a deeper level, and to lead with empathy. Listening to our employees, hearing their stories, and seeing them thrive fills me with pride and reinforces my belief in the work we do.As we wrap up our conversation, I reflect on what makes UnitedAg so special: it's not just a workplace, it's a community where people support each other, challenge each other, and grow together. Whether it's through innovative programs, meaningful connections, or a shared commitment to our values, UnitedAg continues to be a place where we can all thrive.If you're looking for a space to innovate, grow, and make an impact, we'd love to hear from you. This is what makes us UnitedAg: a family where the journey of growth and connection never ends.This episode is sponsored by UnitedAg,  one of the largest association health plans to offer healthcare to the agriculture industry of California and Arizona.  Chana Hauben, Vice President of Human Resources at UnitedAg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chanah/Agricultural Personnel Management Association (APMA): http://agpersonnel.org/about/bod/Kirti Mutatkar, President and CEO of UnitedAg. Reach me at kmutatkar@unitedag.org, www.linkedin.com/in/kirtimutatkarUnitedAg website - www.unitedag.orgUnitedAg Health and Wellness Centers - https://www.unitedag.org/health-benefits/united-agricultural-benefit-trust/health-centers/Episode Contributors - Chana Hauben, Kirti Mutatkar, Dave Visaya, Rhianna MaciasThe episode is also sponsored by Brent Eastman Insurance Services Inc. - https://brenteastman.comBlue Shield of California - https://www.blueshieldca.comElite Medical - https://www.elitecorpmed.comGallagher - https://www.ajg.com/SAIN Medical https://sainmedical.com/MDI Network - https://www.mdinetworx.com/about-us 

Drs. Jensen and Richey welcome the new APMA CEO/EXecutive Director, Meghan McClelland to Dena's Chat! Join us for a discussion on APMA, priorities, leadership styles, new initiatives and more! Meghan McClelland, MBA, is executive director and CEO of the American Podiatric Medical Association, the nation's largest professional association representing doctors of podiatric medicine, or podiatrists. Meghan is a deeply experienced association professional with a background in strategy and operations, legislative advocacy, policy development, strategic planning, governance, membership, finance, information technology, human resources, for-profit subsidiaries, and political action committees. Before joining APMA, she was senior vice president and COO of the Maryland Hospital Association, where she worked for 17 years with some of the leading hospital systems in the country, as well as small, rural systems. McClelland holds an MBA from the George Washington University School of Business and a Bachelor of Arts from Arizona State University. She sits on the board of the Maryland Healthcare Education Institute and is a founding member of Chief, Washington, DC, a network designed specifically for women leaders to strengthen experience in the C-suite, crosspollinate across industries, and effect change from the top down. In her spare time, she enjoys walking, traveling, and spending time with her husband and daughter. www.apma.org www.explorepodmed.org www.deanschat.com https://www.apmsa.org/ https://podiatrist2be.com/ https://higherlearninghub.com/ https://bakodx.com/ https://bmef.org/  

Canadian Stellantis dealers are sounding off. Auto loan delinquencies are on the rise. And Legacy automakers powered federal iZEV claims to an all-time October high in. Plus, the APMA's Flavio Volpe discusses Project Arrow 2.0, talks Trump and addresses the upcoming review of the USMCA.

Dean's chat hosts Drs. Jeffrey Jensen and Johanna Richey are joined by Dr. David Schweibish from Melbourne Beach, Florida.  Dr. Schweibish has proven to be an incredible leader advocating for podiatric medicine as a student, and now at the State and National level.  Join us for an engaging discussion on practice, practice management, and representing our profession on multiple stages! We also discuss his role as a consultant with Bako Diagnostics  - addressing dermatopathology concerns in practice settings!  This episode is also sponsored by Bako Diagnostices! He has over 15 years of experience in diverse leadership capacities bolstering a foundation of strong, effective communication, comprehensive fiscal management skills, and a breadth of key relationships with stakeholders across the spectrum of the podiatric profession and the broader healthcare landscape.  An example of his leadership capabilities are noted below!  He will be a tremendous leader for years to come! FLORIDA PODIATRIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION • President-elect, Guiding the organizational mission of the nation's largest state podiatric component across 23 intrastate delegations and executive liaison between 10 committees, 2024 – Present • Vice President, Management of Barry University podiatric student and state-wide residency relationships to drive recruitment and educational opportunities, 2023 - 2024 • Treasurer, Development of association operating budget; reporting of operational and charitable financials to leadership and member stakeholders, 2022 - 2023 • Secretary, Oversight of 1,030+ physician-member relations, member growth and retention initiatives; conflict resolution; implemented strategies to catalyze new member recruitment to record levels despite impact of COVID-19 pandemic, 2021 - 2022 • Chairman of Component Forum, Sole representative of Florida's 23 physicianmembership components to state leadership; maintained working relationships with physician-leaders across the state to drive association agendas, 2019 - 2021 • President (Brevard County Component), Liaison between local podiatric physicians and state association leadership, 2019 - Present AMERICAN PODIATRIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION • Co-coordinator (Florida), APMA Political Action Committee, 2021 – Present • Delegate (Florida), 2023 APMA House of Delegates, Washington, D.C. • Delegate (Florida), 2022 APMA House of Delegates, Washington, D.C. • Delegate (Florida), 2021 APMA (Virtual) Legislative Conference • Alternate Delegate (Florida), 2021 APMA House of Delegates (Virtual Session) • Member, Legislative Committee, American Podiatric Medical Association, 2021 – Present • Member, Education Committee, American Podiatric Medical Association, 2023 - Present • Member, APMA Affiliate Review Task Force (Chair Brooke Bisbee, DPM), 2021 - 2022 • Representative (Florida), 2023 APMA State Advocacy Forum, Albuquerque, NM • Representative (Florida), 2022 APMA State Advocacy Forum, Virtual • Representative (Florida), 2021 APMA State Advocacy Forum, Atlanta, GA • Student Delegate (Illinois), 2014 APMA Legislative Conference, Washington, D.C. • Student Delegate (Illinois), 2012 APMA Legislative Conference, Washington, D.C.   https://www.fpma.com/ https://www.apma.org/ https://bakodx.com/ https://bmef.org/ www.explorepodmed.org https://podiatrist2be.com/ https://higherlearninghub.com/    

On this week's episode of the Affiliate Marketing Podcast, Lee-Ann interviews Kevin Edwards from the APMA about the recent State of the Nation report on affiliate marketing.They discuss the growth of the affiliate marketing industry, the role of influencers, the importance of training and education, and future trends in the sector. The conversation highlights the significant financial impact of affiliate marketing in the UK and the need for brands to adapt to a rapidly changing landscape.Key segments of this podcast and where you can tune in to go direct: [03:00] Understanding the Growth of Affiliate Marketing[15:55] The Impact of Publishers and Brands on Affiliate Success[18:19] Challenges in Training and Education for Affiliate MarketingRate, Review & Subscribe on Apple Podcasts “I love Affiverse's Affiliate Marketing Podcast.”

Dive into the investment world with Craig Eppler, MBA, APMA®,  as he charts his path from real estate acquisitions to creating his own fund. Uncover the complexities of private market investments and learn strategies for stable returns through innovative financing. Listen now for expert guidance from a top portfolio manager!     Key Takeaways To Listen For How Craig transitioned from house hacking to owning multiple properties What you need to know about diverse investments within the fund Fixed income methods employed by the fund Growth strategies for attracting investors and identifying opportunities Craig's advice for new investors and his go-to inspirational book     Resources/Links Mentioned In This Episode Grow Rich! With Peace of Mind by Napoleon Hill | Kindle, Paperback, and Hardcover BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast     About Craig Eppler, MBA, APMA® Craig Eppler is the founder and CEO of Eppler Capital Funds, established in March 2023. With a decade of investment experience, Craig brings a deep understanding of asset management. He began his career at Vanguard as a Derivatives Analyst before joining Hoover Financial Advisors (later merged with Wealth Enhancement Group), where he advanced to Senior Portfolio Manager and played a key role in the investment committee, focusing on both public and private markets. Since 2019, Craig has also grown a real estate portfolio of over 40 rental properties in south-central Pennsylvania and made numerous private company investments. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance and an MBA with a Finance concentration from York College of Pennsylvania.     Connect with Craig Website: Eppler Capital Funds LinkedIn: Craig Eppler, MBA, APMA® Email: craig@epplercapital.com     Connect With Us If you're looking to invest your hard-earned money into cash-flowing, value-add assets, reach out to us at https://bobocapitalventures.com/.     Follow Keith's social media pages LinkedIn: Keith Borie Investor Club: Secret Passive Cashflow Investors Club Facebook: Keith Borie X: @BoboLlc80554

Drs. Johanna Richey and Jeffrey Jensen again welcome Dr. Allen Jacobs back to Dean's Chat - this is his 3rd interview and we are calling it "Allen Jacobs, DPM: Unplugged Part 2". Dr. Jacobs is an icon in our profession, never one to mince words or bite his tongue, he "tells it like it is" with no fluff and not pulling any punches! Enjoy! Dr. Jacobs is a 1973 Summa Cum Laude graduate of the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine. He completed his residency in surgery at Monsignor Clement Kern Hospital for special surgery in Warren, Michigan in 1975. Dr. Jacobs is in private practice in St. Louis, Missouri. He is board certified in reconstructive surgery of the foot and ankle by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery, and is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. For 25 years, Dr. Jacobs served as a Director of Podiatric Surgical Residency Training; and has also served as a contributing editor to the Journal of Foot Surgery, Podiatry Today, Foot and Ankle Quarterly and Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery. Additionally, Dr. Jacobs has served as the Scientific Chairman of the American Podiatric Medical Association, The Missouri Podiatry Society, and on the Journal Management Committee of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He was the first podiatrist to receive the rank of Fellow by Temple University. He was voted a Lifetime Achievement Award and to The Podiatry Hall of Fame. He has received numerous awards from the APMA and ACFAS for his dedication to podiatry and podiatric education, as well as recognition from the governors of Missouri, Arkansas and Massachusetts. He has published over 80 scientific articles in various publications and 17 chapter contributions in various textbooks, and has presented over 1000 papers at podiatric and medical society meetings. He is a nationally recognized author, researcher and a noted authority of surgery of the foot. https://bakodx.com/ https://bmef.org/ www.explorepodmed.org https://podiatrist2be.com/ https://higherlearninghub.com/  

Drs. Johanna Richey and Jeffrey Jensen welcome Dr. Allen Jacobs back to Dean's Chat - this is his 2nd interview and we are calling it Allan Jacobs, DPM - "Unplugged". Dr. Jacobs is an icon in our profession, never one to mince words or bite his tongue, he "tells it like it is" with no fluff and not pulling any punches! Enjoy!.......Unplugged Part 2 will be released next week! Dr. Jacobs is a 1973 Summa Cum Laude graduate of the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine. He completed his residency in surgery at Monsignor Clement Kern Hospital for special surgery in Warren, Michigan in 1975. Dr. Jacobs is in private practice in St. Louis, Missouri. He is board certified in reconstructive surgery of the foot and ankle by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery, and is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. For 25 years, Dr. Jacobs served as a Director of Podiatric Surgical Residency Training; and has also served as a contributing editor to the Journal of Foot Surgery, Podiatry Today, Foot and Ankle Quarterly and Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery. Additionally, Dr. Jacobs has served as the Scientific Chairman of the American Podiatric Medical Association, The Missouri Podiatry Society, and on the Journal Management Committee of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He was the first podiatrist to receive the rank of Fellow by Temple University. He was voted a Lifetime Achievement Award and to The Podiatry Hall of Fame. He has received numerous awards from the APMA and ACFAS for his dedication to podiatry and podiatric education, as well as recognition from the governors of Missouri, Arkansas and Massachusetts. He has published over 80 scientific articles in various publications and 17 chapter contributions in various textbooks, and has presented over 1000 papers at podiatric and medical society meetings. He is a nationally recognized author, researcher and a noted authority of surgery of the foot. https://bakodx.com/ https://bmef.org/ www.explorepodmed.org https://podiatrist2be.com/ https://higherlearninghub.com/  

Many people love the thought of investing in real estate. However, there are risks with any investment. Should real estate be part of your investment strategy? How might it fit into a portfolio? What are the challenges when it comes to using real estate as part of your financial plan? Is real estate a better investment plan? How does it compare to other investments? In this episode of Real Estate Right Now Adam Whitesell, CFP®, CRPC™, APMA™, CEP®, Private Wealth Advisor, Managing Director at Inspired Capital joins us to talk about how real estate can be a part of your financial future.   Linda Craft Team, Realtors www.LindaCraft.com Linda Craft[...]

Dean's Chat hosts Drs. Jeffrey Jensen and Johanna Richey are joined by Dr. Lauren Wurster. Dr. Wurster has been extremely active in the profession in a short period of time! Her involvement with the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons includes participation in the Practice Management Committee, she is an editor for the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery, and she participated in the Chris Mahaffey Leadership Development Program. Dr. Wurster also is extensively involved with the American Podiatric Medical Association as the Young Physician on the APMA Board of Trustees, she is also involved on the following panels and committees; Young Physician Leadership Panel, Emerging Leaders Program, as a Task Force Member for the Single Certifying Board, Education Committee, Development Committee, Student Engagement Committee, Legislative Committee, a Young Physician Leadership Panel Member, Podiatric Population Health Committee, Communications Committee, and the Arizona Delegate for the APMA House of Delegates. Enjoy this discussion with a young leader and future star in our profession! https://bakodx.com/ https://bmef.org/ www.explorepodmed.org https://podiatrist2be.com/ https://higherlearninghub.com/

Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association President Flavio Volpe talks about the APMA's 2024 summit, Chinese electric vehicles, how the U.S. election could affect Canadian automotive, and more.

Divorce is so painful that it rips apart families. What it also does is set people back on their heels when it comes to their finances. You're coasting along, feeling like you've got it all figured out, and then suddenly, there are divorce papers, and you don't know where to turn. Many people turn to my next guest, Luke Suminski, with Encircle Wealth Advisors.

Hannah Chapman is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Accredited Portfolio Management Advisor (APMA), and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC). She has over 18 years of experience in the financial industry and is the founder of both X-squared Wealth Planning and Expansive CEO, and co-founder of Expansive Visionaries Collective.Marketing is about building authentic human-to-human connections. Many of us have heard of “Know, Like and Trust.” With the new era of AI upon us, how can we continue to nurture authentic relationships while also harnessing the power of AI?In this episode, Hannah Chapman, CFP, APMA, CRPC, talks with Mark Savant, founder of Mark Savant Media and host of the After Hours Entrepreneur podcast, about why it's important to embrace AI now more than ever, and how AI can help you maximize your marketing dollars!Key Takeaways:Stay authentic to build trust.Use AI tools but maintain a human touch.Be consistent to build credibility.What You'll Learn:How Mark first stumbled into using AI in his agency - and how it changed everything in his businessMark's favorite AI programsWhy your personal brand and reputation have to be credibleWhy podcasting is the most efficient way to create online contentIs AI going to be taking jobs? Why you should embrace AI right nowHow AI can help prevent burnoutTimestamps:04:19 From Writing to Podcasting07:55 Podcasting Journey: Slow but Steady Growth12:11 Creative Expression on Social Media16:09 Opus Clips for Content Creation17:18 Lack of Human Touch in AI Content20:39 AI Investment Impact: Boosting Productivity25:59 AI and Human Interaction28:28 Business Visibility Strategies32:54 Podcast as a Sales Tool33:44 Burnout Prevention37:59 Monthly Income Report: Building Trust41:11 Testing Hypotheses for Marketing SuccessConnect with Hannah Chapman:Instagram | Facebook | LinkedInWebsite: www.hannahrchapman.comExpansive CEO: www.expansiveceo.com/freegiftReceive your FREE

Avec quelques 150 collaborateurs issus d'une vingtaine de pays, l'agence Auer Weber est une vaste équipe caractérisée par ses nombreuses expériences et compétences spécialisées; ils peuvent ainsi prendre en charge des projets avec une multitude d'échelles et de missions. Dans une atmosphère collégiale, ils participent chaque année à entre 30 et 40 concours, depuis leurs deux implantations d'agence à Stuttgart et Munich, dont la plupart aboutissent à des commandes. Les projets vont de bâtiments pour la communauté jusqu'à d'importants ouvrages d'infrastructure, en passant par des équipements administratifs et d'enseignement, de sports et de loisirs.Connus, entre autre, pour leurs architectures sportives dont la base nautique de Vaires-sur Marne dans le cadre des JO 2024 (avec APMA), sur laquelle nous reviendrons, Markus vous raconte ici une histoire de projets inédite et que vous ne retrouverez nulle part ailleurs !Enregistrement en duplex.Image teaser DR © Ulrike MyrzikIngénierie son : Ali Zogheib____Si le podcast COM D'ARCHI vous plaît n'hésitez pas :. à vous abonner pour ne pas rater les prochains épisodes,. à nous laisser des étoiles et un commentaire, :-),. à nous suivre sur Instagram @comdarchipodcast pour retrouver de belles images, toujours choisies avec soin, de manière à enrichir votre regard sur le sujet.Bonne semaine à tous! Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Dean's Chat host, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen, is joined by Dr. Warren S. Joseph, fresh off a cruise to Greece and Malta with his better half, Judy.  This is Warren's second appearance on the podcast.  Today our discussion focuses on the Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association (JAPMA).    Dr. Joseph is a leader in our profession and a member of the Podiatric Hall of Fame. Dr. Joseph is a specialist in the treatment of lower extremity infectious diseases. He received his podiatric degree from the Wm. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago. Dr Joseph completed his postgraduate training in podiatric medicine/surgery at St. Joseph's Hospital, and a fellowship in infectious diseases at Hahnemann University School of Medicine, both in Philadelphia. He is currently an Adjunct Clinical Professor at the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine at Midwestern University in Glendale, AZ.  Dr. Joseph is a fellow of the Infectious Diseases Society of America and is an author of the IDSA Diabetic Foot Infection Guidelines. He is also certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and currently serves as Editor of the Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association. Dr Joseph lectures extensively and his presentations have focused on the treatment of bacterial and fungal infections of the lower extremity. He has authored close to 100 publications in the field of lower extremity infections. A fun discussion not only on Dr. Joseph's career but a look into his eclectic interests as well!  Throughout his professional journey, Dr. Joseph has been deeply committed to education, actively engaging in student and resident mentorship. Dr. Joseph firmly believes that education is a noble pursuit and considers it one of the most important aspects of professional development. He was honored to officially join the faculty at the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine as an adjunct clinical professor, further contributing to the field. Additionally, he has successfully initiated and managed residency programs in the past. Dr. Joseph can be contacted at wsjoseph@APMA.org for questions regarding research or publications in JAPMA.  In this episode, Dr. Joseph discusses his love of theater!  Check out the links below with Sutton Foster on her roles from Tony Award winning Anything Goes and as Mrs. Lovett from Sweeney Todd. Enjoy!  https://youtu.be/j3b5XRd15KM?si=3aM7OL4bTzyxBwu8 https://youtu.be/JsBCezjnoQk?si=JnPLSW894oyHktxI https://youtu.be/BKgWfWQs8ws?si=N2sXBEGqbVSHHTwc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wslzJW02e0w&t=395s&pp=ygUac3V0dG9uIGZvc3RlciBzd2VlbmV5IHRvZGQ%3D   https://explorepodmed.org   https://deanschat.com/  

Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association President Flavio Volpe talks about the APMA's 2024 summit, Chinese electric vehicles, how the U.S. election could affect Canadian automotive, and more.

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Dean's Chat hosts, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen and Dr. Johanna Richey are joined by Dr. Randy Kaplan from Detroit, Michigan. Rand, and his brothers, Gary and Dale, grew up “in podiatry”, as their father Earl G. Kaplan drove the profession to unseen heights with his supporting cast! All three brothers went on to become podiatric physicians! Dr. Randy Kaplan's daughter, Rachel Height-Kaplan, graduated from the Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine in 2021 and is a 3rd generation podiatrist.  This episode represents a “trip down memory lane” for the podiatric profession. From the early days of surgery, differentiating chiropody from podiatry to the advancement of the profession onto hospital medical staff, this episode is fascinating. Examples: Podiatry getting onto Medicare (with a cigarette carton full of $$, opioid dispensing privileges, early weekend surgery courses at Civic Hospital (a converted home). The second half of this episode discusses advocacy, Dr. Kaplan's role as APMAPAC Chair, and engaging our profession to embrace the needed financial support required to thrive in today's political world. As Dr. Kaplan says, “You are either at the table or on the menu”…. The last 5 minutes is a short video on the career and life of Earl G. Kaplan! Dr. Randy Kaplan emphasizes the importance of advocacy in shaping the future of podiatry. He highlights the significance of being involved in political processes, such as supporting PACs and engaging with legislators to advocate for the profession. Dr. Kaplan discusses various issues that podiatrists face, including Medicare reimbursement, scope of practice laws, and board certification. He explains that while advocacy may not always yield immediate results or gratification, it is an essential investment in the future of the profession. By supporting PACs and participating in advocacy efforts, podiatrists can influence legislative decisions that impact their practice and patient care. Furthermore, Dr. Kaplan stresses the need for podiatrists to build relationships with legislators and engage in fundraising activities to support candidates who align with the profession's goals. He acknowledges the challenges of navigating the political landscape but emphasizes the importance of playing an active role in advocating for podiatry. The episode underscores the critical role of advocacy in advancing the podiatric profession and highlights the need for podiatrists to actively participate in advocacy efforts to ensure the profession's continued growth and success. Dr. Randy Kaplan emphasizes the importance of supporting both sides to make a difference in the political landscape. He mentions that it's essential to engage with members of Congress and build relationships with them to ensure that podiatry's interests are represented. Dr. Kaplan highlights the need to support politicians who may not align with all personal beliefs but are willing to advocate for podiatry and healthcare issues. He mentions that the focus should be on what the representatives can do for the profession and patients rather than strict party lines. By supporting politicians who are willing to address healthcare concerns, podiatrists can ensure that their voices are heard in legislative matters. Additionally, Dr. Kaplan discusses the role of political action committees (PACs) in supporting advocacy efforts. He mentions that podiatry ranks 10th among healthcare PACs, indicating a strong financial backing for advocacy initiatives. This financial support allows podiatrists to engage with politicians, attend fundraisers, and contribute to campaigns, ultimately influencing policy decisions that impact the profession. Overall, the episode underscores the importance of engaging with political representatives from both parties to advance podiatry and healthcare interests effectively. By building relationships, supporting advocacy efforts, and contributing to PACs, podiatrists can play a significant role in shaping legislative outcomes and promoting the profession's priorities.  The last 5 minutes is a short video on the career and life of Earl G. Kaplan! Enjoy! https://explorepodmed.org/ Dean's Chat Website Dean's Chat Episodes Dean's Chat Blog Why Podiatric Medicine?  Become a Podiatric Physician https://lelandjaffedpm.com https://higherlearninghub.com  

Dean's Chat hosts, Doctors Jeffrey Jensen and Johanna Richey, are joined by a legendary podiatric physician, Dr. Allen Jacobs. Join us for a trip down memory lane in podiatric medicine; from early residency training at Kern/Civic Hospital to opening up hospitals for podiatric privileges in St. Louis, to training residents for 4 decades. Dr. Jacobs is a true icon in our profession! Dr. Jacobs highlights the value of personal interactions in healthcare by sharing stories from his own practice. He recounted instances where simple gestures, such as bringing a patient their favorite breakfast or giving them roses after surgery, made a significant impact on the patient's experience and healing process. These acts of kindness and personalization not only enhanced the patient's satisfaction but also contributed to their overall well-being and recovery. Despite the increasing trend towards corporatization and reliance on AI in healthcare, Dr. Jacobs stressed the irreplaceable role of human connection in patient care. He expressed concerns about the potential loss of personal touch and empathy in modern medicine, where patients may feel like commodities in a system focused on efficiency and automation. Dr. Jacobs emphasized the importance of taking the time to sit down, listen, and engage with patients on a personal level, as these small gestures can have a profound impact on their perception of care and the healing process. Dr. Jacobs is a 1973 Summa Cum Laude graduate of the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine. He completed his residency in surgery at Monsignor Clement Kern Hospital for special surgery in Warren, Michigan in 1975. Dr. Jacobs is in private practice in St. Louis, Missouri. He is board-certified in reconstructive surgery of the foot and ankle by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. For 25 years, Dr. Jacobs served as a Director of Podiatric Surgical Residency Training; and has also served as a contributing editor to the Journal of Foot Surgery, Podiatry Today, Foot and Ankle Quarterly, and Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery. Additionally, Dr. Jacobs has served as the Scientific Chairman of the American Podiatric Medical Association, The Missouri Podiatry Society, and on the Journal Management Committee of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He was the first podiatrist to receive the rank of Fellow by Temple University. Dr. Jacobs was voted a Lifetime Achievement Award and to The Podiatry Hall of Fame. He has received numerous awards from the APMA and ACFAS for his dedication to podiatry and podiatric education, as well as recognition from the governors of Missouri, Arkansas, and Massachusetts.  Dr. Jacobs has published over 80 scientific articles in various publications and 17 chapter contributions in various textbooks and has presented over 1000 papers at podiatric and medical society meetings. He is a nationally recognized author, researcher, and a noted authority of surgery of the foot. Reflecting on the stories and experiences shared by seasoned podiatrists like Dr. Jacobs, helps current and future podiatrists gain insights into the importance of building strong doctor-patient relationships, providing personalized care, and maintaining empathy and compassion in their practice. These historical anecdotes serve as valuable lessons that can guide podiatrists in navigating the evolving healthcare landscape while prioritizing patient-centered care and human connection. https://explorepodmed.org/ Dean's Chat Website Dean's Chat Episodes Dean's Chat Blog Why Podiatric Medicine?  Become a Podiatric Physician https://lelandjaffedpm.com

In this episode, Sev and guest, Jonathan G. Wilson, MBA, APMA, CFP®, Director of Financial Planning Services/Associate Wealth Management Advisor discuss how he passed the CFP® Exam on first try. Originally from the Baraboo, Wisconsin area, Jon joined the financial industry in late 2017. Jon attained both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in management from UW-Whitewater, and has also attained his Accredited Portfolio Management Advisor designation (APMA®) within the financial industry. ____________________________________________ About Sev Meneshian

On this episode of Dean's Chat, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen interviews Dr. Anna Weber, a successful podiatric physician from Denver, Colorado.  Dr. Weber graduated from the Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine and completed her medical and surgical residency training at the North Colorado Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency in Greeley, Colorado.  Dr. Jensen and Dr. Weber discuss her involvement in creating a super group of podiatry practices in Colorado. Dr. Weber shares insights on the benefits of bringing practices together while maintaining autonomy and sharing practice overhead costs. Tune in for an informative discussion on the dynamics of collaborative podiatry practices. Dr. Weber's passion for education is evident as an attending at the North Colorado Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency in Greeley, Colorado. Dr. Anna Weber's active involvement in various organizations and boards demonstrates her dedication to the field of podiatric medicine and her commitment to advancing the profession. Serving as a board member of the Colorado Foot and Ankle Society, Dr. Weber plays a pivotal role in organizing the annual scientific meeting, advocating for crucial issues at the state level, and acting as a liaison to national organizations. Through this engagement, she contributes significantly to the growth and development of podiatry in Colorado and beyond. Tune in for a fun discussion with a successful podiatrist who has experienced merging multiple private practices into a supergroup, the pros and cons of supergroups, the North Colorado Podiatric Medicine and Surgical Residency program, and the clerkship program.   Dr. Weber also highlights her involvement in the Feet on the Street program, which organizes suture workshops for students. These workshops offer hands-on experience and allow students to interact with practicing podiatrists in a less formal setting. The program aims to provide students with insight into the surgical aspect of podiatric medicine and encourage them to consider a career in the field. This initiative is part of a broader effort to engage with advisors and students at universities and colleges to showcase the opportunities and benefits of a career in podiatric medicine. By offering shadowing experiences and workshops, the program aims to attract more students to the field and address challenges in the applicant pool that the profession faces. Dr. Weber's involvement in the program and her support for student recruitment efforts demonstrate podiatrists' commitment to inspiring and educating the next generation of podiatric medical professionals. Overall, the field of podiatric medicine offers a range of career paths that allow practitioners to specialize in specific areas and provide specialized care to patients. Whether it's wound care, trauma, hospitalist-based podiatry, or other options, podiatrists have the opportunity to pursue their interests and make a significant impact in the field.  Enjoy! https://explorepodmed.org/ Dean's Chat Website Dean's Chat Episodes Dean's Chat Blog Why Podiatric Medicine?  Become a Podiatric Physician https://lelandjaffedpm.com

Dean's Chat host, Dr. Jensen, is joined by American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) Board of Trustee member, Dr. David Alper. Dr. Alper highlights the American Podiatric Medical Association and its inner workings. He got his start in the realm of politics within our profession by working with the Massachusetts Podiatric Medical Association. To quote Pericles — “Just because you do not take an interest in politics doesn't mean politics won't take an interest in you.” Dr. Alper graduated from the Kent State University – College of Podiatric Medicine and he is in the Kent State University – College of Podiatric Medicine Hall of Fame. Dr. Alper gives his time generously to make our profession better for all! Below is a list of activities Dr. Alper is currently involved with:  • Member – Northeast Leadership Board, American Diabetes Association  • Board Member – Alliance of Wound Care Stakeholders  • Committee Member – Communications Committee, CLI Global Society  • Member – Steering Committee, Wound Care Collaborative Community (WCCC)  • Member – Amputation Prevention Alliance, American Diabetes Association  • Member – National Legislative and Regulatory Committee – American Diabetes Association  • Adjunct Professor – Northeastern University Physician Assistant Program.  We discuss the path to becoming a Board of Trustee member, the 12-year path to becoming an APMA President, the necessary committee work, advocacy, membership, and the fact that anyone can be involved in shaping their professional future. Dr. Alper emphasizes the need for the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) to adapt its focus in response to this shift. He notes that APMA previously focused on individual membership recruitment but now need to engage with organizations like UpperLine and U.S. Phasma to recruit podiatrists as members. Dr. Alper suggests that APMA should emphasize the value of membership to these organizations and encourage individual podiatrists to advocate for their membership in their professional organization. Dr. Jensen and Dr. Alper discuss how the podiatry profession is undergoing changes, with a trend towards larger practices. They believe that APMA needs to adjust its focus to accommodate this shift and collaborate with larger organizations to recruit members. Join us for an enlightening discussion on the American Podiatric Medical Association and appreciate all the work behind the scenes that enables all of us to practice to our full potential! Enjoy!    https://explorepodmed.org/ Dean's Chat Website Dean's Chat Episodes Dean's Chat Blog Why Podiatric Medicine?  Become a Podiatric Physician  

Dean's Chat hosts, Dr. Jensen and Dr. Richey, are joined by American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) Board of Trustees members, Dr. Brooke Bisbee and Dr. Scott Hughes. Dr. Bisbee and Dr. Hughes highlight the American Podiatric Medical Association and its inner workings. To quote Pericles — “Just because you do not take an interest in politics doesn't mean politics won't take an interest in you.” Dr. Hughes got his start in the realm of politics within our profession by working with the Michigan Podiatric Medical Association, and Dr. Bisbee likewise got her political beginning in Arkansas.  Dr. Bisbee graduated from the Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine and completed her podiatric medicine and surgical training at the Southern Arizona Veterans Administration Healthcare System. She currently is in private practice in Arkansas.  Dr. Hughes graduated from the Kent State College of Podiatric Medicine and completed his podiatric medicine and surgical training at the New Haven Surgical Program. He currently is in private practice in Michigan. We discuss the path to becoming a Board of Trustee member, the 12-year path to becoming an APMA President, the necessary committee work, advocacy, membership, and the fact that anyone can be involved in shaping their professional future. Get involved! Dr. Richey discusses various needs and opportunities of younger APMA members and the need to work together, “many hands make for light work”, and we discussed the need for multiple perspectives to enable change and progress. In this episode, they delve into the significance of finding common ground and establishing connections, even in the face of disagreements. They emphasize that when people collaborate to solve problems, better ideas emerge. The doctors stress the importance of future thinking and the ability to adapt to change. To illustrate this, they use the example of COVID-19 and its impact on education, highlighting the positive aspects of virtual access to learning while acknowledging the value of human connection. They encourage a critical evaluation of both the negatives and positives, fostering unity and resilience. Their optimistic outlook emphasizes the potential for collaboration and achieving goals. Join us for an enlightening discussion on the American Podiatric Medical Association and appreciate all the work behind the scenes that enables all of us to practice to our full potential! Enjoy!  https://explorepodmed.org/ Dean's Chat Website Dean's Chat Episodes Dean's Chat Blog Why Podiatric Medicine?  Become a Podiatric Physician  

In this podcast episode, join me as I chat with Dean Callender, Senior Vice President at Pan American and a fourth-generation farmer with a diverse career spanning leadership in transplanting crews and custom designing benefits programs. Dean shares his wealth of experience and passion for agriculture, delving into the profound impacts of industry changes and regulations on health insurance. He underscores the significance of seeking assistance, maintaining optimism, and practicing empathy as key points in retaining a successful business in an ever-changing landscape.  As our conversation unfolds, Dean imparts a valuable lesson on the podcast: the significance of investing in relationships within the tight-knit agricultural community, emphasizing the built-in support system that should be cherished for lasting success.This episode is sponsored by UnitedAg,  one of the largest association health plans to offer healthcare to the agriculture industry of California and Arizona.  Kirti Mutatkar, President and CEO of UnitedAg. Reach me at kmutatkar@unitedag.org, www.linkedin.com/in/kirtimutatkarUnitedAg website - www.unitedag.orgEpisode Contributors - Dean Callender, Kirti Mutatkar, Dave Visaya, Rhianna MaciasThe episode is also sponsored by Brent Eastman Insurance Services Inc. - https://brenteastman.com/BlueShield of California - https://www.blueshieldca.com/EliteMedical - https://www.elitecorpmed.com/Gallagherhttps://www.ajg.com/SAINMedical https://sainmedical.com/ 

Dean's Chat host, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen, is joined by Dr. Holly Spohn-Gross. Dr. Spohn-Gross is running for the APMA Board of Trustees. She was born and raised in Michigan to a legacy of physicians. She was educated and trained in New York and Michigan. Upon completion of her residency, she relocated to California with her husband, an Internist, to serve in a rural community for the past 22 years where she uses her Podiatric experience, skills, and foundational knowledge of medicine in her daily practice to serve her patients.  Dr. Spohn-Gross served 8 years on the Board of Directors of the California Podiatric Medical Association (CPMA) and was President of California Podiatric Medical Association (CPMA). She understands the importance of giving back and paying it forward. Now, Holly is running for the APMA Board of Trustees where she believes she can impact the profession positively on a larger scale. She's someone who listens…learns…and…serves.  In this episode of Dean's Chat, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen interviews Dr. Holly Spohn-Gross, a podiatrist with over 22 years of experience. Dr. Spohn-Gross discusses her journey into podiatric medicine and her work in a rural area of California. The conversation also touches on her involvement in local politics and mission work, as well as her recent announcement to run for the APMA Board of Trustees. Tune in to learn more about Dr. Spangrose's inspiring story and her dedication to the podiatric profession. Dr. Jensen and Dr. Spohn-Gross discuss how rural medicine is facing a shortage of nurses, physicians, primary care physicians, and employees. She predicts a loss of 139,000 doctors by 2030, highlighting the urgent need for nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs) to fill the gap. Dr. Spohn-Gross emphasizes the challenges faced by rural healthcare facilities in meeting the social needs of patients, such as access to food and utilities. Overall, the shortage of nurses and employees in rural medicine poses significant obstacles to providing healthcare in rural communities. Dr. Spohn-Gross highlights the importance of thinking outside the box and finding innovative solutions to address the shortage of healthcare professionals, especially in rural areas. She discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic has forced individuals and organizations to adapt and navigate through challenging times. Dr. Spohn-Gross contrasts the slow-moving nature of big organizations and institutions to the advantage of entrepreneurs and smaller organizations, who can make changes more easily. In the episode, Dr. Jensen and Dr. Spohn-Gross also discuss the need for better branding and media presence to educate the public about physicians and their work. The doctors acknowledge that there is still a lack of awareness among the public regarding podiatric physicians and their capabilities. They recognize the need to establish a clear identity for the profession to effectively recruit students. Such efforts would increase awareness and understanding among the public, benefiting both physicians and the profession as a whole. Dr. Spohn-Gross states our profession is poised for the next level of evolution but we must be able to work with others to come up with original and positive ideas that move us forward. She certainly has the experience and passion to serve.  Some career highlights include: *Envisioned and guided the passage of bill AB 834 which allows all DPM's in California equal partnership with their MD and DO colleagues in their medical practices. *Led the expansion and growth of social media presence to additional platforms and membership. *Established the Beginning Practitioners which is a community that provides mentorship, resources, and networking opportunities to new practitioners. *An advocate who envisions a better tomorrow and knows how to make it happen. *An advocate who encourages DPM's to create change for the betterment of the profession and their patients.  Contact Dr. Spohn-Gross… www.hollyspohngross.com | Cell: 760-223-0269 | Email: info@hollyspohngross.com https://explorepodmed.org/ Dean's Chat Website Dean's Chat Episodes Dean's Chat Blog Why Podiatric Medicine?  Become a Podiatric Physician  

Dean's Chat host, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen, is joined by Dr. Eric Jaakola, a successful podiatric physician from Evergreen, Colorado. Dr. Jaakola graduated from the Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine and completed his medical and surgical residency training at the North Colorado Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency in Greeley, Colorado. His passion for education is evident as he is now the Clerkship Director for the program, he graduated from.....the North Colorado Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency in Greeley, Colorado.  Tune in for a fun discussion with a successful podiatrist who has experience in clinical trials, National Institutes of Health (NIH) research, Department of Defense research, product development, and reviewer for NIH grant funding. We also discuss work-life balance and how podiatric medicine affords this opportunity as Dr. Jaakola is an avid skier, scuba diver, and biker. Dr. Jaakola also highlights his involvement in the American Podiatric Medical Association both as a Political Action Committee leader and as a delegate for the Colorado Foot and Ankle Society.  This episode highlights how podiatric medicine offers a diverse range of career paths for practitioners. In the episode, Dr. Jensen, and Dr. Jaakola discuss several options within the field, including wound care, research, trauma, and hospitalist-based podiatry. These specialized career paths allow podiatrists to provide a variety of services to patients.  Overall, the field of podiatric medicine offers a range of career paths that allow practitioners to specialize in specific areas and provide specialized care to patients. Whether it's wound care, trauma, hospitalist-based podiatry, or other options, podiatrists have the opportunity to pursue their interests and make a significant impact in the field. Dr. Jaakola shares his journey in the field of podiatric medicine, from his undergraduate studies to his residency and current role as the owner of the Foot and Ankle Center at the Rockies. They reminisce about their early days working together and discuss the importance of wound care in podiatry. Tune in to hear their insightful conversation. In this episode, Dr. Jaakola discusses the qualities he looks for in residents who join his program. Trust is one of the key qualities he values. Dr. Jaakola emphasizes the importance of being able to trust residents to handle patient care independently, particularly in his private office.  Dr. Jensen and Dr. Jaakola highlight teachability as an important quality in residents. Dr. Jaakola mentions that residents need to be open to accepting criticism and feedback, as it is an integral part of the learning process. If residents are unable to handle criticism or accept teaching points, they are not considered teachable.  Furthermore, the episode delves into the importance of work-life balance for doctors. Dr. Jensen mentions that during interviews with students or current students, he often inquires about what the practice will be like.  Dr. Jaakola shares that he has chosen to work four days a week to achieve a better work-life balance. He explains that this allows him to spend more quality time with his family and engage in biking, mountain biking, hiking, and traveling. Dr. Jaakola emphasizes that maintaining a good work-life balance is crucial because it enables him to effectively treat his patients.  https://explorepodmed.org/ Dean's Chat Website Dean's Chat Episodes Dean's Chat Blog Why Podiatric Medicine?  Become a Podiatric Physician  

Dean's Chat host, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen, is joined by Dr. Michael King, a tremendous leader in podiatric medicine who is on the cutting edge of medical innovation!  Dr. King brings a unique perspective on podiatric medicine and its evolution as a practitioner, a past president of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), and now as the Chief Medical Officer for Upperline Health!  Dr. King has also given over 400 presentations on appropriate coding, compliance, practice acquisitions, value-based healthcare, and evidence-based clinical measures. Dr. King shares his journey from Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine, to his 30-year career as a practitioner and serving as the President for the Massachusetts Foot and Ankle Society.  He also discusses his role on the APMA board of trustees culminating in his presidency. This is an interesting discussion about the state of podiatric medicine and the current trends in practice acquisitions.  His role in developing the first Accountable Care Organization (ACO) for Podiatric Medicine is particularly interesting as it likely represents the future of health care delivery in this country. As a 2023 inductee into the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons in Glasgow, Scotland, Dr. King personifies leadership within the podiatric profession! Dr. King delves into the crucial topic of patient satisfaction and its profound impact on the healthcare profession. Dr. Jensen and Dr. King emphasize the growing significance of receiving positive Net Promoter Scores (NPS) from patients, highlighting how it not only benefits individual practices but also resonates throughout the entire profession.  Dr. King stresses the idea that hiring the best doctors plays a pivotal role in enhancing patient satisfaction and elevating the profession as a whole. He provides examples of exceptional doctors, underscoring the quality of healthcare professionals within their practice. Additionally, Dr. King references the saying "the tide floats all boats," illustrating how the success and satisfaction of patients can have a positive ripple effect across the profession. Ultimately, the episode underscores the importance of patient satisfaction and its profound impact on the perception and success of the healthcare profession. Furthermore, the episode touches on the idea that hiring the best doctors allows them to focus on their passion - seeing patients, improving their health, and leaving work fulfilled. By creating an environment where doctors can thrive and engage in what they enjoy most, the practice can deliver better outcomes and enhance patient satisfaction. Overall, the episode emphasizes the importance of hiring top-notch doctors and the positive impact it has on the practice as a whole. It highlights the value of talent, expertise, and the collaborative efforts of both clinical and business minds in achieving success. Dr. Jensen and Dr. King touch on the significance of shadowing and experiencing different specialties in the field of podiatric medicine. They advise prospective students to actively engage in shadowing experiences to gain a comprehensive understanding of the various aspects of podiatric medicine.   https://explorepodmed.org/ Dean's Chat Website Dean's Chat Episodes Dean's Chat Blog Why Podiatric Medicine?  Become a Podiatric Physician

Even though the APMA estimates that three out of four people will develop serious foot pain, foot health is often neglected until it's too late. Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of foot discomfort – and it's preventable in many cases. Dr. Marlene Reid, a podiatric surgeon, explains proper foot care and how to mitigate any pain flare-ups. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/how-to-get-a-step-ahead-of-your-foot-health Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dean's Chat host, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen, is joined by Dr. Jason Kayce, a successful podiatric physician in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Kayce was introduced to podiatric medicine by Dr. Ross Taubman, past APMA president, while an undergraduate student at the University of Maryland. Dr. Kayce was a 2011 graduate of the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine. He completed his medical and surgical residency training at the Cambridge Alliance in Massachusetts before moving back to Arizona to practice.  His passion for education is evident as he is an Assistant Professor at the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine and has students rotating with him throughout the year. Dr. Kayce also allows prospective students interested in podiatric medicine to shadow him routinely. Dr. Kayce has 10 posters, papers, and papers pending, has a patent pending, and is faculty for the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Tune in for a fun discussion with a successful podiatrist 9 years out of residency training, we also discuss his young family, his passion for archery, and the sale of his practice to a private equity group. We also discuss work-life balance and how podiatric medicine affords this opportunity. Dr. Kayce also highlights his active involvement in the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and his attending position at the Creighton University Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency Program.  This episode highlights how podiatric medicine offers a diverse range of career paths for practitioners. In the episode, Dr. Jensen and Dr. Kayce discuss several options within the field, including wound care, trauma, and hospitalist-based podiatry. These specialized career paths allow podiatrists to provide a variety of services to patients. Dr. Jensen dives into the career path of wound care. Podiatrists who specialize in wound care focus on treating different types of wounds, such as diabetic foot ulcers or surgical wounds. They possess the expertise to assess and manage these wounds, ensuring proper healing and preventing complications. Additionally, the episode mentions other career paths, such as private practice with a surgical emphasis, nursing home care, joining an orthopedic group, or joining a multidisciplinary group. These options highlight the versatility of the field and the various opportunities available for podiatrists to practice in different settings and with different focuses. Dr. Kayce shares his experience of selling his private practice to a private equity firm and becoming an employee for a certain period of time. Initially, he was approached by a private equity group three years ago but passed on the opportunity as it didn't seem promising. He was later approached by a different group, but that also didn't work out. Eventually, a third group bought his practice, and they are currently employees of that group. One of the reasons Dr. Kayce considered joining a private equity firm was to have leverage from an insurance company standpoint. They believed joining a larger group would give them more negotiating power with insurance companies.  Dr. Kayce mentioned that his day-to-day work didn't change much after joining the private equity firm. He continued practicing in the same private practice setting, and the firm did not micromanage his work. The private equity group was satisfied with the production of their practice and allowed them to continue as they had been doing for a decade. Overall, the field of podiatric medicine offers a range of career paths that allow practitioners to specialize in specific areas and provide specialized care to patients. Whether it's wound care, trauma, hospitalist-based podiatry, or other options, podiatrists have the opportunity to pursue their interests and make a significant impact in the field.   Dean's Chat Website  Dean's Chat Episodes  Dean's Chat Blog Why Podiatric Medicine?  Become a Podiatric Physician

Over the next few months, Dean's Chat will be providing bonus episodes interviewing students from the Schools and Colleges of Podiatric Medicine. This week we are joined by three students from Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine (BUSPM), Adam Reece, Riley Westover, and Valentina Clinton. Adam is representing the Class of 2024, and Riley and Valentina are both representing the Class of 2025. All represent the American Podiatric Medical Students Association (APMSA) within BUSPM. Join our discussions each week on the podiatric journey our students are embarking on at the various schools. Students share their path to discovering podiatric medicine, to applying to what is now eleven schools and colleges of podiatric medicine, to the first and second year of didactics, Boards Part 1 and 2, and clinical experiences and opportunities. We do some professor shout-outs and discuss student services, extracurricular activities, and student life at each school. Dr. Jensen asks the students questions, giving them a platform to discuss their educational experiences and give listeners a glimpse into what it's like to study podiatric medicine at Barry University. The episode also highlights Valentina's achievement as the recipient of a year's tuition scholarship sponsored by APMA and PICA. Tune in to learn more about the world of podiatric medicine and the journey of these aspiring podiatrists. In this episode, the speakers delve into the significance of mentorship in the field of podiatry. They acknowledge that approaching doctors for mentorship can be intimidating, but they emphasize that doctors are just regular people. Encouraging prospective students to take the leap, they highlight that doctors are usually happy to have students shadow them. They firmly believe that once students decide to pursue podiatry and are accepted into a program, they should give it their all and have faith in themselves.  The students mention that Barry University offers a small class size, fostering personal connections between students and professors. Overall, the episode underscores the importance of mentorship and urges students to overcome their fears and seek out doctors for shadowing opportunities. Valentina highlights one of the aspects she loves about podiatry: its flexibility. She explains that podiatrists have the opportunity to specialize in different areas and work in various settings, including hospitals, VA centers, and private practice. This flexibility allows podiatrists to choose the work environment that aligns with their interests and career goals. Whether they prefer a hospital setting, working with veterans in VA centers, or establishing their own private practice, podiatrists have a range of options available to them. This adaptability enables podiatrists to tailor their careers to their preferences and provide care to patients in diverse settings. https://www.barry.edu/en/academics/podiatric-medicine/ Dean's Chat Website  Dean's Chat Episodes  Dean's Chat Blog Why Podiatric Medicine?  Become a Podiatric Physician

In this episode, Sev and guest, Jonathan G. Wilson, MBA, APMA, CFP®, Director of Financial Planning Services/Associate Wealth Management Advisor discuss how he passed the CFP® Exam on first try. Originally from the Baraboo, Wisconsin area, Jon joined the financial industry in late 2017. Jon attained both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in management from UW-Whitewater, and has also attained his Accredited Portfolio Management Advisor designation (APMA®) within the financial industry.

What if you had the power to transform your side hustle into a full-time business, bursting with potential and profit? With our latest chat with financial wizard, Hannah Chapman, CFP®, APMA®, CRPC® , this dream can become a reality.Hannah, a seasoned financial wealth coach and advisor and owner of X2 Wealth Planning, joins me, my co-hosts Kyle Stevie and Monica Tuck, for a deep exploration into the nexus of finance and entrepreneurship.We delve into the forgotten steps on the path to financial literacy, demystifying the world of investment strategies, and emphasizing the crucial role of mindset in achieving financial success. Hannah generously shares her expertise, arming listeners with tools to feel financially competent and ready to invest.Our conversation effortlessly flows from the challenges of entrepreneurship to the motivations behind it, never losing sight of the fears about job security. We dissect the critical transition point when a side hustle evolves into a full-time business, emphasizing the importance of reliable financial data to leap confidently into the unknown.Hannah offers a sneak peek into her journey to financial coaching, shedding light on how her family's money story influenced her career choice. We also dive into the average income for small businesses in America, and the clever strategies employed to minimize taxes.Lastly, we weigh in on the practical aspects of scaling a business and outsourcing tasks. Hannah, with her wealth of expertise, breaks down the incremental steps essential for financial growth, and the tipping point for going all-in with a side hustle. We also take a closer look at Hannah's CEO program and mastermind program, designed to assist entrepreneurs in mastering their money game. This episode is packed with enlightening conversation, anecdotes, and actionable guidance to help you navigate the complex world of entrepreneurship and finance. You don't want to miss it!As you're inspired to embark on your own side hustle journey after listening to this episode, you might wonder where to start or how to make your vision a reality. That's where our trusted partner, Reversed Out Creative comes in.Specializing in strategic branding and digital marketing, Reversed Out Creative is an advertising agency dedicated to helping you turn your side hustle into your main hustle. With a team of experienced professionals and a trackThe Highest Point PodcastOften only the end result is seen without knowing the sacrifice & that's what we reveal.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify The Company ShowThe Company Show is a podcast about running a podcast for your business or company....Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showSubscribe to Side Hustle City and join our Community on Facebook

Dean's Chat host, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen, is joined this week by Dr. Patrick DeHeer. Dr. DeHeer serves as a Trustee on the APMA Board of Trustees, currently in his seventh year on the Board. He practices in Central Indiana as part of the national supergroup Upperline Health. Dr. DeHeer serves as the residency director of the podiatric surgical residency program at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. In addition, he served as the team podiatrist for the Indiana Pacers for thirty years, from 1992 to 2022. Dr. DeHeer, DPM, is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) and a fellow of the American Society of Podiatric Surgeons (ASPS), and American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS).  He is also a member of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. Dr. DeHeer is a Diplomat of the American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery certified in foot surgery and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. He is the inventor of The Equinus Brace™ and a partner in IQ Med. He is the President and Founder of Step-By-Step Haiti and Foot Aid. Dr. DeHeer's passion for teaching and providing lower extremity healthcare in developing countries culminated in recognition by the 2014 International Federation of Podiatrists Humanitarian Award and the 2011 APMA Humanitarian of the Year Award.   Dr. DeHeer shares his journey into the profession, starting with his initial interest in dentistry and his eventual decision to pursue podiatric medicine. He discusses his educational background and highlights his role as the team podiatrist for the Indiana Pacers for the past 30 years. Tune in to learn more about Dr. DeHeer's extensive experience and leadership in the podiatric profession. Dr. DeHeer expresses a strong preference for structure and order in both his daily life and professional practice. For example, he enjoys the familiarity of eating at the same restaurant for lunch, where the staff knows them well enough to anticipate his order. Furthermore, Dr. DeHeer's work life is characterized by a structured schedule. Dr. DeHeer also shares his interests outside of his work life. He expresses a love for intellectual pursuits and aesthetics, such as music, particularly the Grateful Dead, and various forms of art and culture. He enjoys engaging with theater, movies, reading, and visiting museums. Tune in to hear about Dr. DeHeer's appreciation for intellectual pursuits and artistic expressions. Dean's Chat Website  Dean's Chat Episodes  Dean's Chat Blog Why Podiatric Medicine?  Become a Podiatric Physician 

Dean's Chat host, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen, is joined by Dr. Andrew Cohen, Residency Director of the Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency at Central Michigan University. This episode includes interesting discussions on what makes a great student during a clerkship month, and what they look for in residents. Tune in for a discussion on mentors from the Civic/Kern Hospital days, including Dr. Earl Kaplan, Dr. Irv Kanat, Dr. William Todd, Dr. Guy Pupp, Dr. Stuart Bass, Dr. Robert Weinstock, Dr. Gary Kapla, and other leaders that shaped our profession. Dr. Cohen and Dr. Jensen were residents together at Kern Hospital 30 years ago.   In this episode of Dean's Chat, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen welcomes Dr. Andrew Cohen to discuss all things podiatric medicine. Dr. Cohen, hailing from Saginaw, Michigan, shares his journey from Boston University to the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, and his experience in podiatric surgical training at Kern Hospital. He currently serves as the director of the podiatric medicine and surgical residency program at Central Michigan University. Tune in to learn more about Dr. Cohen's career and his unique residency program in Saginaw. Dr. Cohen and Dr. Jensen discuss the definition of success and highlight the significance of finding fulfillment and satisfaction in one's work. They suggest that success is not solely measured by external factors such as wealth or status, but rather by the level of enjoyment and fulfillment derived from one's work. Additionally, they mention having someone to share their success with, implying the importance of interpersonal relationships and support systems in achieving success. This perspective on success aligns with the idea that true happiness and fulfillment come from pursuing one's passions and finding meaning in their work. They encourage students to prioritize their interests and cultivate strong relationships and connections.  Dr. Cohen suggests that the profession needs to make a better effort to expose potential students to podiatry at an earlier stage, even before college or postgraduate studies. He believes that waiting until college or postgraduate studies is too late. Dr. Cohen points out that many college students may not even know how to get to medical school or podiatry school, what classes they need to take, or what is important for their future careers in podiatry.  Dr. Cohen emphasizes that it is not solely the responsibility of organizations like AACPM or APMA to address this issue. He believes that every podiatrist has a responsibility to be an ambassador for the profession and actively engage with students in high school and the early stages of college. He suggests that podiatrists should educate students about the path to medical or podiatry school, the importance of certain classes, and the opportunities available in the field. Dr. Cohen believes that this grassroots effort from podiatrists themselves can help excel in student recruitment.   https://www.cmich.edu/academics/colleges/college-of-medicine/education/residency/podiatric-medicine-surgery https://aacpm.org/ Dean's Chat Website  Dean's Chat Episodes  Dean's Chat Blog Why Podiatric Medicine?  Become a Podiatric Physician 

This week Emily is joined by Kendra E. Kearney, APMA®, of the Rise Private Wealth Management team. Kendra joins NAPS to discuss wealth management and financial family planning. FREE FAMILY FINANCIAL CHECKLIST:  https://lps.nurturebynaps.com/rise Discussed in this episode: -Expenses -Family finances -Childcare -College Savings -Family planning -Retirement -Financial goals -Financial management -Working mom -Emergency planning -Wealth management Contact Kendra: https://www.ameripriseadvisors.com/kendra.kearney/ Be sure to follow us on instagram @nurturebynaps The Silver Post (perfect gift for grandparents and loved ones): https://www.hello.thesilverpost.com/ code: NAPSFAMILY