Dean’s Chat hosts, Drs. Jeffrey Jensen and Johanna Richey welcome Dr. Lance Wissman to Dean’s Chat. Dr. Wissman is faculty at the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine (AZCPM).

Dr. Wissman teaches the Lower Extrematy Anatomy and Dissection course, arguably the most important course taught at AZCPM!

Dr. Wissman received his Bachelor degree at Michigan State University. He completed his Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine at the Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University. He paracticed in both Michigan and Arizona before becoming faculty at AZCPM!

Outside of podiatry, Lance enjoys music! He has electic tastes that are highlighted in this episode!

Dr. Wissman also discusses the diverse experiences and opportunities within podiatric medicine, giving back to the profession by writing board exam questions, and assisting other Colleges of Podiatric Medicine with their curriculum!

Enjoy this engaging conversation with a world leader in lower extremity anatomy!

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Dean’s Chat hosts, Drs. Jeffrey Jensen and Johanna Richey, are joined by four students from the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine’s Class of 2028. Ari Gerber, Paxton Ingram, Paige Langford, and Athena Najar have all been immersed in the medical school curriculum for one quarter.

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Great insights on anticipation of the school year, the inevitable “free floating” anxiety of anticipating the 1st Quarter, study techniques that work (and don’t work) in Biochemistry, Anatomy and Podiatric Medicine I. We also discuss being integrated with DO students for basic sciences, the benefits of a class of 40, how they “recharge” between exams, and settling into Arizona. We are going to follow this group quarterly to document their academic journey at the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine!

In this episode, the students also discuss the advantages of interprofessional relationships and communication among students in various programs. They note that it promotes parity and communication among different disciplines, allowing students to interact and learn about different specialties. The seamless integration of different programs is highlighted, as professors may not even be aware of which program a student belongs to.

Dr. Jensen, Dr. Richey and the students agree that interprofessional relationships help students work toward the common goal of helping patients. They also mention that the presence of students from different programs creates a vibrant community of healthcare professionals.

Additionally, they discuss how integration with the DO program provides a unique experience and helps establish effective communication techniques, as podiatrists may need to communicate with primary care providers who are not podiatrists but are DOs. Overall, the episode emphasizes the positive impact of interprofessional relationships and communication on students in different programs.

Tune in for the next episode with these students as we follow this group quarterly to document their academic journey at the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine!

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Drs. Jensen and Richey welcome Dr. Mitzi Williams to Dean's Chat. Dr. Williams is a pediatric foot and lower extremity surgeon who specializes in congenital deformities.

Dr. Williams directs the Pediatric and Infant Foot Deformity Clinic at Kaiser Permanente in Oakland, California. She is an attending surgeon at the SF Bay Area Foot and Ankle Residency Program. She completed her undergraduate degree from the University of Arizona in veterinary science and chemistry. She went on to complete her podiatric medical degree at Rosalind Franklin University Schol College of Podiatric Medicine and then went on to complete her 3 yr surgical residency program with Scripps Mercy Podiatric Residency in San Diego.

Dr. Williams is greatly involved advancing treatment for children with Cerebral Palsy/ spasticity, Arthrogryposis, Spina Bifida and genetic conditions. Tune in as we discuss “all things podiatric medicine” including her creation of children's books to empower and educate children on musculoskeletal conditions.

Dr. Williams is internationally recognized for her expertise in treating pediatric foot and lower extremity deformities. She takes pride in treating children, teaching surgeons worldwide and advancing the field of pediatric foot and ankle surgery. She has extensive experience in treating clubfoot, vertical talus, metatarsus adductus, tarsal coalitions, pediatric flatfoot, neuromuscular conditions, pediatric trauma, and numerous other congenital foot conditions. Join us, as we dive into her story and listen as she talks about how a chance meeting with Dr. Igancio Ponseti helped shape her career.

Dr Williams serves as a board member for the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Her scholarly work also includes numerous textbook chapters on various pediatric conditions, research publications as well as section editor for pediatrics, in the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery. We hope you enjoy this episode!

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