Don Pelto, DPM - Podiatry Practice Mastery

How I Decide What to Fix or Delegate in My Practice Many podiatrists collect great ideas but struggle to execute them. In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share insights on identifying the difference between problems and opportunities, why fixing problems creates more leverage, and how delegating tasks can free your time for higher-value activities. Learn how focusing on solving frustr...

Are you preparing to switch to a new EMR system while managing a busy podiatry practice? In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share my experience transitioning to ModMed, setting up custom protocols, and balancing workflow during the change. I’ll also discuss real patient cases, shockwave therapy strategies, and tips for improving efficiency without sacrificing patient care. What You’ll...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I dive into our third day of ModMed training and share valuable insights on setting up protocols, managing patient data, and preparing for a smooth EMR transition. I also discuss shockwave therapy results, orthotic recommendations, and ways to streamline workflows without compromising quality care. What You’ll Learn in This Episode How I’m preparing my...

Day two of our ModMed training focused on podiatry-specific workflows, post-op wound care, fracture coding, and integrating pre-built templates for better efficiency. I also review shockwave therapy results, orthotic recommendations, and key patient cases while preparing the practice for a smooth EMR transition. What You’ll Learn in This Episode How ModMed’s podiatry-specific templates improve wor...

Are you struggling to grow your podiatry practice while managing multiple priorities? In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share my March one-page report, breaking down what’s working, what’s not, and where I’m focusing next. From optimizing shockwave therapy protocols and orthotics integration to exploring SEO strategies and making the ModMed EMR transition smoother, I provide actionab...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I walk you through our transition from Athena to ModMed, why we made the switch, and what it means for patient care, billing, and workflow. With this change projected to save us $70,000 annually, I also discuss how ModMed’s podiatry-specific templates improve efficiency and share key lessons from my latest clinic day, including shockwave therapy protoc...

Have you ever wondered how to attract your perfect patients without wasting time on ineffective marketing? In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I explain how I use AI tools to create detailed patient avatars that guide my marketing strategies and patient communication. From identifying my most profitable cases to generating targeted content, I share how AI helps me simplify growth and foc...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share how we’re driving practice growth through smart investments, better workflows, and effective delegation. From expanding our nail tech’s role and launching a practice rep ad to negotiating a $20K discount on Softwave technology, I dive into the strategies helping us improve patient care, marketing, and efficiency. I also cover key treatment upda...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share insights from a busy Thursday treating 21+ patients, discuss our upcoming ModMed EMR transition, and explore strategies for making your practice more efficient and profitable. I also talk about how coaching conversations have shifted my perspective on scaling a successful podiatry practice and maximizing revenue per patient without overworking....

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share highlights from a busy Wednesday at our Westboro office, where I treated a variety of cases while collaborating with Dr. Stu Schneiderman, an anesthesiologist exploring PRP for podiatry patients. We dive into how combining shockwave therapy with PRP and amniotic stem cell injections creates synergistic results and discuss strategies to improve...

How do you provide effective treatments when patients struggle with costs? In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I walk you through a busy Tuesday filled with challenging cases, from shockwave therapy and orthotics packages to Swift wart treatments and nail fungus management. You'll learn how I handle financial concerns, maintain treatment standards, and ensure patients get the best po...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share how using buffer days has transformed my practice and personal life. I explain the importance of separating focus days, free days, and buffer days to maximize productivity, improve patient care, and avoid burnout. From planning vacations and tackling personal tasks to developing better marketing strategies, I reveal how structuring your time ca...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share the three core strategies that helped me reach the million-dollar mark in personal production. From leveraging a scribe to free up time, focusing on high-value services, and reducing low-revenue activities, these steps are designed to maximize efficiency and profitability while improving the patient experience. What You’ll Learn in This Episode...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I break down a busy clinic day and share insights on how we’re integrating shockwave therapy, Swift wart treatments, and the Alleviate tool to improve patient care and grow practice revenue. I also share my February production numbers, discuss the cost comparison between Focused Shockwave and Softwave devices, and explain why durability and maintenance...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share strategies and real-life experiences that have helped me grow my practice and increase revenue. From optimizing surgical cases with pre-surgical shockwave therapy to leveraging scribes for better productivity, I break down the systems and decisions that continue to make a significant impact on patient care and profitability. What You’ll Learn i...

Have you ever wondered how online resources can transform patient education and drive better treatment outcomes? In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share how I built a plantar fasciitis course to better educate patients, streamline care, and improve clinic efficiency. I also discuss tools, workflow strategies, and how I’m using technology to deliver more value without adding stress to...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share my heel fissure package—a proven system I use in my practice to treat patients struggling with cracked heels. From trimming down calluses to using the right urea-based creams, heel cups, and sleep socks, I explain how to manage heel fissures effectively and improve patient compliance with a simple, ready-to-go treatment kit. What You’ll Learn i...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share how I optimized referral relationships with local primary care providers and streamlined our outreach strategy. I also walk you through a busy shockwave treatment day, highlight patient cases, and explain how simple workflow changes and resource allocation can improve efficiency and drive practice growth. What You’ll Learn in This Episode How I...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share how I manage a busy 35-patient day while improving efficiency, revenue, and patient outcomes. From leveraging scribes to optimizing workflows and introducing shockwave therapy, I walk you through the strategies that help scale a podiatry practice without burning out. What You’ll Learn in This Episode How I handle high-volume patient days effici...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share my step-by-step approach to explaining warts and their treatments to patients. You'll learn how I use visual presentations and a simple explanation strategy to improve patient understanding and increase acceptance of Swift therapy, one of the most effective options available today. What You’ll Learn in This Episode How I explain wart treatm...

Have you ever struggled to explain Achilles tendinitis or plantar fasciitis to your patients in a way they truly understand? In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I walk you through my updated approach, including how I present shockwave therapy, orthotics, and treatment plans clearly so patients feel confident moving forward. What You’ll Learn in This Episode How I simplify treatment expla...

Have you ever wondered how to treat nail fungus, athlete’s foot, flat feet, and other common podiatry issues effectively? In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share my full presentation at a senior center’s men’s club, where I walk through foot health essentials in a fun, engaging, and educational way. From treatments that actually work to common myths debunked, this episode is packed w...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share the strategies and patient care approaches that have helped my practice reach the million-dollar mark and beyond. From patient engagement techniques to leveraging technology like ChatGPT for practice efficiency, this episode is packed with actionable insights podiatrists can apply right away. What You’ll Learn in This Episode How to streamline...

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I walk you through a busy day at my Westboro office and share the strategies that help me grow my practice while delivering better patient care. From shockwave therapy and orthotics to marketing outreach and leveraging practice reps, you’ll discover practical tips that increase efficiency, enhance treatment outcomes, and boost revenue. What You’ll Lear...

Are you making the most out of shockwave therapy, orthotics, and nail fungus treatments in your podiatry practice? In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share how I manage patient cases, optimize treatment outcomes, and integrate advanced technologies like Swift, amnio, and ultrasound into daily workflows. I’ll also explain how having the right systems in place, including scribe replacem...