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Dec. 15, 2024

Pod Patrol Podcast S1.E40 - SEASON 1 FINALE

The first season of Pod Patrol Podcast comes to an end with the Finale! In the season one finale of Pod Patrol, Jeff Dikis reflects on the journey of creating the podcast, discussing the unexpected challenges, the importance of networking, and the potential plans for season two. He shares insights…

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Dec. 8, 2024

Pod Patrol Podcast S1.E39 - Dr. Zach Thomas - YouTube FootDoctorZach, Shoe Designer

@FootDoctorZach In this episode, Jeff Dikis interviews Dr. Zach Thomas, a sports medicine expert and YouTube content creator, discussing his journey from residency to private practice and the evolution of his career. They delve into the intricacies of shoe design, biomechanics, and the importance of proper footwear for athletes. Dr.…

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Dec. 1, 2024

Pod Patrol Podcast S1.S38 - Dr. Patrick McEneaney, DPM - Building Private Practice

Dr. Patrick McEneaney has grown his private practice group Northern Illinois Foot & Ankle Specialists, to 16 offices with 19 physicians. He shares his journey from residency to establishing a successful podiatry practice in the Chicago area. He discusses the challenges and strategies involved in expanding his practice, including the…

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Nov. 24, 2024

Pod Patrol Podcast S1.E37 - Dr. Alton Johnson, DPM - ASPS Board Chair, U of Michigan Podiatry

In this episode, Dr. Alton Johnson shares his journey through podiatry, detailing his education and experiences from Ohio to Florida and now Michigan. He emphasizes the importance of research in podiatry, discussing his fellowship and the skills he gained in conducting high-quality studies. Dr. Johnson also highlights his leadership roles…

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Nov. 17, 2024

Pod Patrol Podcast S1.E36 - Surgical Device Rep - Travis Zimmerman

In this conversation, Dr. Jeff Dikis interviews Travis Zimmerman, a medical device rep, about his background in sports and how he got involved in medical device sales. They discuss Travis' experience playing college football, his surgeries, and how that led him to develop an interest in the medical field. Travis…

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Nov. 10, 2024

Pod Patrol Podcast S1.E35 - Podiatry Fellowship: Dr. Grant Schindler DPM and Dr. Rebecca Varney DPM

In this episode, Dr. Jeff Dikis is joined by Dr. Grant Schindler and Dr. Rebecca Varney, two fellows at the Core Institute. They share their backgrounds, the reasons for pursuing fellowship training, and the application process. The conversation highlights the importance of mentorship, the need for a centralized application process,…

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Nov. 3, 2024

Pod Patrol Podcast S1.E34 - Dr. Lucas Ferrer MD/ Dr. Miguel Montero-Baker MD - Life of Flow Podcast

In this episode of the Life of Flow podcast, hosts Lucas Ferrer and Miguel Montero Baker, along with Dr. Jeff Dikis, explore the intersection of podiatry and vascular surgery. They discuss the importance of collaboration between these specialties, the barriers to effective communication, and innovative models like the SALSA model…

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Oct. 27, 2024

Pod Patrol Podcast S1.E33 - Dr. Ellianne Nasser, DPM - Geisinger Residency Director

Dr. Jeff Dikis is joined by Dr. Ellie Nasser on this episode of Pod Patrol. In the conversation, Dr. Ellie Nasser, the residency director at Geisinger, shares her journey from student to attending, discussing the importance of choosing the right residency program, the challenges of transitioning roles, and the significance…

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Oct. 20, 2024

Pod Patrol Podcast S1.E32 - Dr. Randy Clements, DPM - Residency Director, Carilion Clinic

In this episode, Dr. Jeff Dikis interviews Dr. Randy Clements, the residency director at Carilion Clinic and president of the Virginia Board of Medicine. They discuss the intricacies of running a residency program, the qualities sought in residents, and the importance of emotional intelligence in medical training. Dr. Clements shares…

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Oct. 13, 2024

Pod Patrol Podcast S1.E31 - Heather Grobe - Flight Paramedic/ Bunion Surgery Patient

In this episode of Pod Patrol, Heather Grobe, a flight and emergency room paramedic, explores the journey of being a surgical patient of Dr. Dikis. Heather shares her experiences becoming a flight paramedic, the impact of COVID-19 on her health causing a stroke, and the emotional and logistical challenges of…

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Oct. 6, 2024

Pod Patrol Podcast S1.E30 - Dr. Savannah Santiago, DPM - From Extern to Medical Resident

Dr. Savannah Santiago, a first-year resident in Indianapolis, joins Dr. Jeff Dikis on the Pod Patrol podcast. They discuss Dr. Santiago's experiences as a resident and her journey to Indianapolis. Dr. Santiago shares her excitement about learning and growing in her residency program. They also discuss the importance of learning…

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Sept. 29, 2024

Pod Patrol Podcast S1.E29 Dr. Jim McDannald, DPM - How to Market your Practice in a Digital World

Dr. Jim McDannald, a podiatrist and marketing expert, joins Dr. Jeff Dikis to discuss the importance of marketing for podiatrists. Dr. McDannald shares his journey from practicing podiatry to starting his own marketing company, Podiatry Growth. He emphasizes the need for podiatrists to have a solid online foundation, including a…

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Sept. 22, 2024

Pod Patrol Podcast S1.S28 - Dr. Jim Marino, MD - Trinity Orthopedics, Bone Grafting

Dr. Jim Marino, a retired orthopedic surgeon, shares his journey in orthopedics and his experience with polio. He discusses the development of the Salk polio vaccine and its unintended consequences. Dr. Marino explains the importance of history taking in diagnosing and treating spine-related peripheral neuropathy. He also talks about his…

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Sept. 15, 2024

Pod Patrol Podcast S1.E27 - Dr. Drew Lundquist - Is A.I. The Future of Medicine?

The hosts are joined by Dr. Drew Lundquist, the Chief Medical Officer of the Mankato Clinic and Clinical Director of Nabla as he discusses his roles and how he came to be in those positions. Dr. Lundquist shares his journey of transitioning from a practicing physician to an administrative role…

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Sept. 8, 2024

Pod Patrol Podcast S1.E26 - Jones Fractures - World Record? Surgical Tips

In this conversation, Dr. Jeff Dikis and Dr. Leland Jaffe discuss various topics including podcast viewership, music concerts, their websites, and then dive into Jones fractures. The conversation focuses on the definition and treatment options for Jones fractures, including surgical and non-surgical approaches. In this conversation, Dr. Jeff Dikis and…

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Sept. 1, 2024

Pod Patrol Podcast S1.E25 - Dr. Mark Mendeszoon, DPM - Inventor of the Zoom Osteotomy

Dr. Jeff Dikis is joined by Dr. Mark Mendeszoon, who shares his journey from track athlete to podiatrist specializing in sports medicine. As a sports medicine specialist, he has worked with athletes at various levels, including high-level Olympic athletes. He discusses the challenges of treating athletes and the importance of…

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Aug. 25, 2024

Pod Patrol Podcast S1.E24 - State of the Pod; First MPJ & Posterior Heel Pain

In this episode, Dr. Jeff Dikis gives a state of the podcast update and discusses recent presentations he gave on first MPJ fusions and posterior heel pain. He reflects on the growth of the podcast and shares his plans to potentially hire an intern. Dr. Dikis provides insights into the…

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Aug. 18, 2024

Pod Patrol Podcast S1.E23 - Dr. Jeffrey Jensen, DPM - Dean, AZ College of Podiatric Medicine

Dr. Jeff Jensen, the Dean of the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine, joins the hosts to discuss his podcasting journey and the impact of podcasting on the podiatry profession. He shares his motivation for starting the Dean's Chat podcast and how it has helped increase visibility and recruitment efforts for…

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Aug. 11, 2024

Pod Patrol Podcast S1.E22 - Mailbag Part 3

In this episode of Pod Patrol, Dr. Jeff Dikis and Dr. Leland Jaffe discuss various topics related to medical education and career progression. They cover the best time to start a family, how to select externships, recommended textbooks for rotations, how to achieve your dream residency and job, and considerations…

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Aug. 4, 2024

Pod Patrol Podcast S1.E21 - Dr. Alan MacGill, DPM - Residency Director HCA Florida Northwest

The Pod Patrol hosts are joined by Dr. Alan McGill, a podiatric surgeon and residency director, who discusses his journey to becoming a residency director and the challenges and rewards of the role. They also discuss the importance of joining professional organizations like the American College of Foot and Ankle…

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July 24, 2024

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July 21, 2024

Pod Patrol LIVE

We are going LIVE! Tune in for a live case discussion with Q&A 7/24 at 7pm CST

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July 21, 2024

Pod Patrol Podcast S1.E19 - Mohamed AbdelGilil - Incoming PGY1

In this conversation, Dr. Jeff Dikis interviews Mohamed AbdelGilil, a fourth-year student at Des Moines University starting residency July 2024. Mo shares his journey to podiatry, including his interest in medicine from a young age and his exploration of different specialties. He also discusses his experience rotating at different programs…

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July 7, 2024

Pod Patrol Podcast S1.S18 - Dr. Nick Strasser, MD - Vanderbilt Sports Medicine/ Foot & Ankle Ortho

In this episode, Dr. Jeff Dikis interviews Dr. Nick Strasser, a foot and ankle orthopedic surgeon with Vanderbilt University and formerly of the University of Oregon. They discuss Dr. Strasser's background in sports medicine and his passion for foot and ankle surgery. They also talk about his involvement with the…

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