Healthy Careers

In this episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor sits down with Jon Schmidt, Vice President of Operations at Rothman Orthopaedics, to discuss the future of physician recruitment, orthopedic practice growth, and how healthcare organizations can successfully hire and retain top surgical talent in 2026 and beyond. Drawing from his journey as an occupational therapist turned healthcare executiv...

In this episode of Healthy Careers , host Maddie Traylor sits down with Katy Talento , CEO of AllBetter Health and former White House health policy advisor, to discuss the importance of following happiness in your healthcare career while navigating burnout, healthcare reform, and professional reinvention. Katy shares her unconventional journey from epidemiology and public health into healthcare po...

In this episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor sits down with Bryan Hill, CEO of Rehab United, to discuss the major changes the physical therapy industry and broader musculoskeletal (MSK) healthcare system desperately need. From declining reimbursements and provider burnout to preventative care and employer-driven healthcare solutions, Bryan shares an honest look at the future of physical...

In this episode, CEO of Advanced Scope, Maddie Traylor talks about hiring insights for private Orthopedic practices who need to hire as they grow in 2026. We cover the true cost and ROI of recruiting and how to position yourself in the talent market to find the best Physicians, Surgeons, PA-Cs and NPs. We go over the financial risk and reward, and exact numbers on how to calculate your potential r...

In this episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor sits down with Steve Hatkin, Chief Operating Officer of the Orthopedic Institute, to discuss the courage it takes to change jobs in healthcare leadership—especially after a long and successful tenure. With a background in public accounting at Coopers & Lybrand and over 17 years as a CFO in a physician-owned multi-specialty group, Steve sh...

In this episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor sits down with Kris Jones, an experienced medical device distributor and orthopedic sales professional, to uncover the untold truths of medical device distribution and sales—an area of healthcare often misunderstood from the outside. Kris shares his journey from orthopedic medical sales to building and running his own medical device distribut...

In this episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor sits down with Brittany Strelow, an experienced Physician Assistant, educator, and healthcare leader based in Minnesota, to explore the evolving role of PA-Cs and the responsibility of training the next generation of providers. With over 14 years of experience spanning clinical practice, academic medicine, and leadership, Brittany shares how...

In this episode of the Healthy Careers Podcast, host Maddie Traylor sits down with Dr. Ankur Patel, Founder and Interventional Pain Management Physician at Southern Pain and Spine in the Atlanta area. Dr. Patel shares a powerful and honest look at what it really takes to launch, scale, and sustain a thriving private practice in today’s post-COVID healthcare landscape. From his roots in a family bu...

In this episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor sits down with Jamie Chyat, Chief Operating Officer at Premier NeuroSpine Institute, to explore her remarkable career trajectory from Physician Assistant (PA-C) to healthcare executive. Jamie shares how she transitioned from full-time clinical practice into business operations, leadership, and strategy within a private orthopedic and spine pr...

In this episode of the Healthy Careers Podcast, host Maddie Traylor breaks down the latest employment market trends for physicians and surgeons in 2025. With a growing number of doctors and fellows moving away from large healthcare systems, Maddie highlights why private practice is regaining momentum and what this means for the future of physician careers. She explores the advantages of private pr...

In this inspiring episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor sits down with Johnny Caffaro—medical sales leader, entrepreneur, and author of It’s My Life: The Caffaro Way—to discuss the intersection of healthcare sales, entrepreneurship, and personal reinvention. Johnny opens up about his early battle with a rare hip disorder that led to multiple surgeries, and how those challenges shaped his...

In this solo episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor breaks down one of the most pressing challenges facing orthopedic groups today: how to remain private and independent in a rapidly consolidating healthcare market. Drawing from her own article spotlighting the Top 10 Growing Private Orthopedic Practices in the U.S., Maddie highlights leading groups such as Ortho Virginia, Panorama Orthop...

In this inspiring episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor sits down with Greg March, a former Physical Therapist who rapidly advanced to become VP of Ancillary Services in Orthopedics and Spine. Greg opens up about the books that transformed his mindset and leadership style, and how intentional living, appreciation, and focus have shaped his journey from clinician to healthcare executive....

In this bold episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor sits down with Preston Alexander, Head of Rebellion at Forward Slash/Health, to tackle one of the biggest issues in healthcare today: insurance companies controlling physician reimbursement and patient care. Preston shares actionable strategies that empower physicians, independent practices, and healthcare leaders to reclaim financial in...

Maddie Traylor sits down with Wayne Fraleigh, CEO of the Orthopaedic & Spine Center of the Rockies, to uncover how he went from working hands-on with patients as a Physical Therapist to leading one of Colorado’s most respected orthopedic and spine practices. Wayne shares his journey of navigating large healthcare systems, transitioning to private practice, and leveraging both clinical expertis...

In this empowering episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor speaks with Jennifer Monroe, Director of Patient Financial Services at Knoxville Orthopaedic Clinic, about her bold career pivot—from teaching elementary school to leading a high-performance billing and revenue cycle team in healthcare. Jennifer opens up about starting her own billing service business, how she scaled and led teams...

In this high-impact episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor speaks with Dr. David Neuman, orthopedic surgeon, entrepreneur, and founder of Pop-Doc, a digital platform revolutionizing home-based rehab. Dr. Neuman shares how his background in sports injuries inspired his journey from the operating room to healthcare innovation—where he’s now helping patients recover safely at home through te...

In this thought-provoking episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor sits down with Tiffany Ryder, a seasoned Emergency Medicine Physician Associate, speaker, and healthcare policy advocate. Tiffany shares her passion for empowering healthcare professionals and patients to speak up—because real change starts with honest, uncomfortable conversations. Drawing from her clinical experience, polic...

In this compelling episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor welcomes Brian Raymond, Senior Director of Operations at Ortho NY and active-duty Navy Reservist, to share his powerful journey transitioning from military service to civilian healthcare leadership. With a dual career spanning orthopedic operations and military medicine, Brian unpacks how discipline, adaptability, and leadership fr...

In this transformative episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor sits down with Aaron Block, PA-C, MBA — a seasoned orthopedic Physician Assistant turned healthcare consultant and co-founder of The Non-Clinical Collective. If you’re a clinician feeling stuck, burned out, or simply curious about opportunities beyond the bedside, this episode is your roadmap to reinvention. Aaron shares his pe...

In this powerful and eye-opening episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor sits down with Kim Marden, CEO of Watauga Orthopaedics, to confront one of healthcare’s most persistent leadership challenges: the gender wage gap. With decades of experience leading in private orthopedic practice, Kim shares her path from healthcare management into the C-suite, and the barriers she’s broken along the...

In this compelling episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor welcomes Dr. Michael Meneghini, orthopedic surgeon, CEO of Indiana Orthopedic Institute, and Chief Market Development Officer at HOPCo, to explore what it truly takes to regain clinical and business autonomy in private practice. With a background in engineering and a decorated career in academic medicine, Dr. Meneghini brings a rar...

In this powerful episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor sits down with renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. Ravi Bashyal to explore one of the most pressing goals in modern surgical care: achieving zero infection rates in joint replacement surgery. Dr. Bashyal shares his path from a non-medical upbringing to becoming one of the most forward-thinking voices in orthopedic innovation. He reveals...

In this engaging episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor sits down with Dr. RJ Turner Jr., Primary Care & Sports Medicine Physician for the Houston Rockets and social media influencer, to unpack the powerful intersection of medicine, content creation, and brand building. With 230K followers on Instagram, Dr. Turner has mastered the art of educating, entertaining, and inspiring while ma...

In this empowering episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor sits down with Kasey Herrington, Chief Operating Officer at OrthoSC, to explore what it truly means to lead at the C-suite level while navigating the realities of motherhood. With a dynamic background in both urology and orthopedic practice management, Kasey shares candid insights on her career trajectory, the challenges of being a...