In this milestone 50th episode of The Clinical Leadership Podcast, Dr. Alex Earl sits down with Dr. Jesse Doty, a world-class foot and ankle surgeon who is widely respected not only for his surgical expertise—but for his genuine appreciation of high-level rehabilitation and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Dr. Doty shares how modern foot and ankle care works best when surgeons and rehab chiropractors work together, not in silos. This conversation explores what truly drives better outcomes for patients, when surgery is actually indicated, and why great surgeons value thoughtful, evidence-based rehabilitation as a cornerstone of long-term success.

This episode is a must-listen for rehab chiropractors, sports clinicians, and private practice owners who want to deepen referral relationships, improve clinical decision-making, and elevate how they communicate with medical professionals.

🧠 What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• How elite foot & ankle surgeons think about rehab-first vs surgical-first care
• What surgeons really look for in rehab chiropractors they trust
• When surgery is necessary—and when it can often be avoided
• How better collaboration leads to better outcomes (and better referrals)
• Why humility, communication, and clinical reasoning matter more than titles
• Lessons from years of working with high-level athletes and complex cases

👤 About the Guest:

Dr. Jesse Doty, MD, is a highly respected foot and ankle surgeon based in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Known for both his surgical excellence and his collaborative mindset, Dr. Doty works closely with rehab chiropractors and sports medicine professionals to ensure patients receive the right care at the right time.

He represents the model of a modern surgeon—one who values outcomes, respects rehabilitation, and understands that long-term success depends on team-based care.

🎯 Who This Episode Is For

• Rehab chiropractors
• Sports chiropractors
• Hybrid rehab clinicians
• Private practice owners
• Clinicians who want stronger MD relationships
• Providers who value outcomes over ego

🚀 Want to Build a Stronger, More Sustainable Rehab Practice?

If you’re a rehab chiropractor who wants:

• Better referral relationships
• Clearer clinical positioning
• Systems that scale without burnout
• More control over your income and schedule

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