Dean's Chat - All Things Podiatric Medicine

This episode of Dean’s Chat features an engaging and wide-ranging conversation with Dr. Sandeep Patel, Chief of Podiatric Surgery for Kaiser Permanente -Diablo Service Area in Northern California. Dr. Patel is a podiatric surgeon and longtime leader within the Kaiser Permanente system. The discussion blends personal career insights with broader reflections on medical training, healthcare systems,...

In this episode of Dean’s Chat, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen and Dr. Johanna Richey welcome Dr. Adrianne Ross, a leader in podiatric medicine, education, and podcast host of the “Insured Connection.” Dr. Ross shares her unique journey into podiatry, inspired by mentorship and solidified during a transformative interview experience where her multilingual skills allowed her to connect with patients in real ti...

Dean's Chat Learning Series hosts, Drs. Jensen and Richey, sit down with Dr. Warren Joseph, to discuss fungal infections and antifungal resistance. 

In this episode of Dean’s Chat, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen and Dr. Johanna Richey welcome Dr. Jarrod Shapiro, a respected podiatrist, educator, and longtime contributor to the profession through his widely read Practice Perfect series. The conversation offers a thoughtful exploration of clinical decision-making, medical education, and the evolving nature of how students and residents learn in today’s envi...

Dean's Chat hosts, Drs. Jensen and Richey, discuss Dr. Andrew Meyr's recent induction as the 75th President of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons! Dr. Meyr is a board certified reconstructive foot and ankle surgeon who has been in the Department of Surgery at TUSPM for over 15 years. He has served as the residency program director at Temple University Hospital for over 10 years. His p...

This episode features an engaging and insightful conversation with fourth-year podiatry student Ana Lam-Wilson, who shares her journey through podiatric medical education, leadership, and the residency match process. Joined by Dr. Jeffrey Jensen and Dr. Johanna Richey, the discussion highlights the transition from student to future physician while offering practical advice and reflections for curr...

In this episode of Dean’s Chat, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen and Dr. Joanna Richey welcome Professor Dr. Lyndon Mason, an internationally recognized foot and ankle orthopedic surgeon based in the United Kingdom. The conversation offers a comprehensive look at his career journey, the structure of UK surgical training, and the foundational principles that have guided his success in clinical practice, research...

Drs. Jensen and Richey discuss with Dr. Lehrman a coding summary, an educational tool that can benefit every client, practicing podiatrist, resident, and student. The summary can be seen in graphic form at the end of the podcast. o Developed to provide general coding guidance based on commonly accepted standards and interpretations of ICD-10 diagnostic coding and CPT procedural coding principles....

🔎 Episode Overview In this episode of Dean’s Chat, Drs. Jensen and Richey sit down with Dr. Kiana Karbasi, a dynamic podiatric physician practicing in Orlando and a graduate of NYCPM. Dr. Karbasi shares her journey from training in New York to building a thriving practice in Florida—while navigating life as part of a “podiatry power couple” alongside her husband, Dr. Tim Miller, and raising two c...

Drs. Jensen and Richey welcome Dr. Michael Gentile to Dean’s Chat—a dual board-certified foot and ankle surgeon whose career spans private practice, academic leadership, fellowship training, and national organizational impact. From reconstructive surgery and limb salvage to resident education and leadership within the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, Dr. Gentile brings a wealth of expe...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Dean’s Chat Learning Series (DCLS), a new educational extension/spin-off of the Dean’s Chat podcast, hosted by Dr. Jeffrey Jensen, Dean of the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine, and Dr. Johanna Richey, Asst. Professor at the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine. In this episode, Drs. Jensen and Richey introduce the vision behind the Learning Series — a...

In this episode of Dean’s Chat, Dr. Jensen and Dr. Richey welcome Dr. Shital Sharma, a physician-leader whose career spans clinical practice, residency education, healthcare business strategy, and emerging technology in medicine. Dr. Sharma brings over a decade of experience at the intersection of academic podiatric medicine, private practice growth, and healthcare innovation, with leadership role...

In this Dean's Chat episode of Dean’s Chat, Jo and I sit down with Dr. Zachary Brooks, graduate of the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine Class of 2019, former class president, and residency-trained foot and ankle surgeon through Kaiser Permanente North Bay Consortium. Dr. Brooks shares his journey from medical student leadership to chief resident, and now to private practice in Eugene, Oregon....

Drs. Jensen and Richey sit down with Dr. Oloff for a Part 2 interview! Dr. Lawrence Oloff is a highly influential podiatric surgeon, educator, and sports medicine specialist. The interview spans Dr. Oloff’s career, the evolution of podiatry, and his experiences at the highest levels of academic medicine and professional sports. This episode is sponsored by Bako Diagnostics! Join us as we discuss “...

Dean's Chat hosts, Drs. Jensen and Richey, welcome Dr. Dyane Tower to Dean's Chat. This episode is sponsored by the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)! Dyane Tower, DPM, MPH, MS, CAE is a nationally recognized leader in podiatric medicine and healthcare administration, currently serving as Medical Director and Vice President of Clinical Affairs for the American Podiatric Medical Associa...

Dean's Chat hosts, Drs. Jensen and Richey welcome Madelin C. Ramil, DPM, FACFAS, to the podcast. Dr. Ramil is Dean and Professor at Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine (College of Health Professions & Medical Sciences) and a foot and ankle surgeon. She leads clinical education, accreditation and continuous quality improvement, curriculum and assessment, and student advising, retentio...

Dean's Chat hosts, Drs. Jensen and Richey, welcome Dr. Arman Kirakosian to the Podcast! Dr. Arman Kirakosian is a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon whose journey into podiatric medicine began after sustaining an injury while playing professional soccer at Titan Stadium in 1999. Originally from Armenia, Dr. Kirakosian immigrated to the United States at the age of 13 with his parents and younge...

Dean's Chat hosts, Drs. Jensen and Richey, welcome Matine Mirsaidi, D.P.M to the podcast! This episode is sponsored by BakoDx! Dr. Matine Mirsaidi received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine at the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine of Midwestern University, receiving premium podiatric medical training from a didactic and clinical aspect in affiliated facilities across the country.  Thereaft...

Drs. Jensen and Richey welcome Lieutenant Commander Brittany Lovett, DPM, a native of Mount Laurel, New Jersey, to Dean's Chat! She began her military career in 2008. She enlisted in the Air National Guard in 2008 and readily embraced her MOS (108th Services) whilepreparing meals and providing hospitality to her fellow Airmen on McGuire Air Force Base.  She was meritoriously promoted to Senio...

Drs. Jensen and Richey welcome Dr. Ryan Rigby to Dean's chat! An alum of the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine, Dr. Rigby is a Fellowship Trained Foot & Ankle Surgeon who is originally from Logan, Utah and enjoys practicing in his home town. This episode is sponsored by Bako Diagnostics! He specializes in Minimally Invasive Surgery along with Arthroscopy and surgical repair of deformity an...

Dean's Chat hosts, Drs. Jensen and Richey, welcome a American Podiatric Medical Association student representative from the LECOM School of Podiatric Medicine! This podcast is sponsored by APMA, a tremendous supporter of podiatric medicine to students, residents, and practitioners alike! Brian Price joins us to discuss how they discovered podiatric medicine, his shadowing experiences, and things t...

In this SAM Conference Part 2 episode - Drs. Jensen and Richey were at SAM in Orlando. We shared a booth with Bako Dx and interviewed leaders, conference organizers, residents, students, young practitoners, Deans, APMA leader, FPMA leaders! Enjoy!

300th episode "What we have learned from over 300 interviews!" Welcome to this special episode celebrating the 300th installment of Dean’s Chat! Join Drs. Jensen and Richey as they reflect on the insights, lessons, and recurring themes that have emerged from conversations with more than 300 individuals across the podiatric profession. This episode is sponsored by the American Podiatric Medical Ass...

In this episode - Drs. Jensen and Richey were at SAM in Orlando. We shared a booth with Bako Dx and interviewed leaders, conference organizers, residents, students, young practitioners, Deans, APMA leader, FPMA leaders! Enjoy! 

Dean's Chat was a sponsor for the "Sam After Dark" event at SAM in Orlando last weekend. Drs. Jensen and Richey did a few interviews at this event! Enjoy!