Don Pelto, DPM - Podiatry Practice Mastery

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share my one-page report reflecting on my 2024 goals, accomplishments, and challenges while setting the stage for a stronger 2025. From growing revenue and optimizing workflows to balancing personal responsibilities, this episode dives into what worked, what didn’t, and the strategies I’m using to improve practice efficiency and patient care in the c...

Are you making it easy for patients to say yes to your services and harder to avoid the care they need? In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share insights from my 11 years with Strategic Coach and how applying simple behavioral strategies can improve patient compliance and profitability. I also walk you through a half-day in the clinic, from handling nail fungus and orthotics to managi...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I dive into strategies for growing your practice to, and beyond, the million-dollar mark. I’ll share insights on training new doctors effectively, billing tips to avoid leaving money on the table, reducing patient cancellations, and making treatments like nail fungus care, orthotics, and epad therapy more efficient and profitable. What You’ll Learn in...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share strategies that are helping doctors boost patient outcomes, increase revenue, and streamline workflows. From leveraging scribes for efficiency to improving nail fungus treatments, enhancing orthotics and shockwave therapy, and managing routine visits better, you’ll learn proven approaches to grow your practice effectively. What You’ll Learn in...

How can you streamline your podiatry practice to improve patient care and boost efficiency? In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share actionable strategies to optimize your workflow, from preparing patients before visits and reducing in-office time drains to simplifying after-visit communication. These are practical tips designed to make your office run smoother while enhancing patient...

Our practice grew from $1.1M to $1.35M in personal production in 2024, thanks to strategic changes in systems, staffing, and pricing. In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share the lessons we learned while transitioning to a Kajabi-powered website, switching from Athena to ModMed, optimizing per-visit value, and streamlining patient care. You’ll also hear how we’re leveraging scribes, n...

Are you missing out on hidden opportunities in your practice? In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I dive into my 2024 year-end review and reveal how we’re finding untapped value, or “sawdust”, inside our practice. From leveraging patient interactions and testimonial videos to optimizing workflows and introducing new tools like Submagic, I break down what worked, what didn’t, and what we’...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share how a simple concept called a decision tree can improve patient communication and treatment planning. Inspired by a conversation with a creative entrepreneur, I explore how decision trees help patients better understand their options and choose treatments that align with their goals, from conservative care to advanced therapies like shock wave....

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share insights from a busy Thursday with 23 patients and highlight strategies to optimize patient care while increasing per-visit value. From leveraging orthotics for better outcomes to reducing unnecessary low-value follow-ups, I walk you through practical ways to maximize efficiency and revenue without compromising patient satisfaction. What You’ll...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share my upcoming AAP PPM lectures focused on using AI and automation to grow your practice. You'll learn how to get more online reviews, automate the process, and repurpose reviews to build trust, enhance credibility, and attract more patients. What You’ll Learn in This Episode How to automate review collection and save staff time The most effec...

Have you ever wondered why consistent x-ray protocols can make or break a successful podiatry practice? In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I break down how using structured imaging guidelines, shockwave templates, and efficient workflows can boost patient outcomes while increasing your practice profitability. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why x-rays should be an essential part of yo...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share insights from my first day back after a short holiday break, including updates on visit protocols, shockwave therapy, and a new remote patient monitoring app. I also discuss how structured treatment plans and simple workflow tweaks can improve patient outcomes and practice efficiency. What You’ll Learn in This Episode How structured visit proto...

Have you ever wondered how to stay calm and centered while managing a busy podiatry care practice and personal life? In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share proven habits to reduce stress, reclaim balance, and stay focused. What You’ll Learn in This Episode How to manage technology and notifications to reduce stress Why setting up free, focus, and buffer days boosts productivity The...

In this Million Dollar Minute episode, Dr. Don shares proven podiatry care strategies from two high-volume days. Learn how to optimize treatments, streamline workflows, and enhance patient outcomes to build a thriving million-dollar practice. From shockwave therapy to strategic referrals, these podiatry care tips will transform your approach. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Manage high-volume da...

A busy 22-patient clinic day packed with EPAT therapy, SoftWave integration, orthotics, and key KPI strategies for growth. In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share practical tips to optimize treatments, increase per-claim value, and streamline patient care for better outcomes and higher profitability. What You’ll Learn in This Episode How I pace EPAT follow-ups for better results When...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share insights on training a new nail tech, improving treatment workflows, and using tools like Swift, shockwave therapy, and orthotics to enhance patient outcomes. I’ll also cover scheduling strategies, practice efficiency, and handling complex cases effectively. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Training strategies for new nail techs Using Swift ef...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share insights from hosting a dermatologist visiting from Jamaica. Over three days, I trained her on matrixectomies, shared practice growth tips, and learned new perspectives on patient care, consultations, and treatment planning. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Training a dermatologist on nail procedures Lessons from a different medical culture Wh...

In this Podiatry Practice Mastery episode, I’m sharing key takeaways from my third shockwave seminar, revealing podiatry care strategies to boost revenue and patient outcomes. I’ll cover how I use shockwave therapy, AI-driven tools, and marketing tactics like weekly emails to scale my practice. Learn practical tips to integrate shockwave effectively and grow your clinic. What You’ll Learn in This...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I sit down with Gary from ModMed to discuss how EMR choices can transform profitability and streamline workflows. We explore why 10% of practices still use paper, how undercoding silently costs thousands, and how integrated EMR tools reduce costly inefficiencies. Plus, discover how analytics are shaping podiatry practices into million-dollar operations...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share insights from a busy week after returning from Brazil, where I balanced patient care, staff celebrations, and new practice strategies. From managing complex cases like midfoot arthritis and plantar fasciitis to leveraging tools like scar lasers, orthotics, and shockwave therapy, I break down practical tips to streamline workflows and maximize p...

Managing referral relationships and setting up co-marketing opportunities can transform patient acquisition for your practice. In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share how partnering with a vein rep opened doors to dermatology and primary care groups, leading to more referrals and collaborative growth strategies. From lunch-and-learn sessions to joint CME events, these simple steps ca...

Can you simplify patient care while boosting per-visit value? In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I discuss how the Alleviate kit, an innovative package featuring an ankle brace, self-graston tool, compression socks, and more, can replace traditional foam rolling, improve patient outcomes, and grow practice revenue. Plus, we explore integrating this tool into dynamic demos and even remot...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share insights from a busy clinic day packed with patient cases and podiatry treatment strategies. From advanced shockwave therapy for bone lesions to effective scar modulation techniques, I discuss ways to optimize treatment outcomes, manage complex orthotic challenges, and reduce low-value visits while improving patient care and practice efficiency...

Back from a shockwave certification weekend and a full Monday of patient careEPAT sessions, neuroma post-op management, midfoot arthritis consults, nail procedures, and several ultrasound/X-ray workups, I’m sharing what worked, what didn’t, and how I’m turning new education (plus joining the American Society for Shockwave Therapy) into better outcomes. You’ll also hear the real-world frustrations...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share tips for making routine care days more profitable and efficient. From using the Shoe Liner Test and ABI protocols to managing nail visits, Cenza treatments, and compression therapy, you’ll learn simple strategies to maximize value while keeping patient flow smooth. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Layer office visits into routine care without...