Moderator:

Alexandra K. Grulke, DPM, FACFAS

Panelists:

Michael A. Coyer, DPM, FACFAS

Steven Cooperman, DPM, MBA, AACFAS

Moderator:

Seth Warren, DPM

Panelists:

Alexandra Grulke, DPM, FACFAS

Heraj Patel, DPM, FACFAS

Michael Coyer, DPM, FACFAS

Moderator:

Samantha Williams, DPM, FACFAS

Panelists:

Rachel Albright, DPM, FACFAS

Jeneen Elagha, DPM

Marian Kavanaugh, DPM, AACFAS

Naohiro Shibuya, DPM, FACFAS

Moderator:

Joshua Wolfe, DPM, FACFAS

Panelists:

Heraj Patel, DPM, FACFAS

Maryellen Brucato, DPM, FACFAS

Moderator:

Lisa Levick, DPM, FACFAS

Panelists:

Lawrence Rubin, DPM, FACFAS

Richard Derner, DPM, FACFAS

Maryellen Brucato, DPM, FACFAS

Glenn Weinraub, DPM, FACFAS

Thanh Dinh, DPM, FACFAS

Michael Dujela, DPM, FACFAS

Moderator:

Jarrett Cain, DPM, MSc, FACFAS

Panelists:

Adam Fleischer, DPM, MPH, FACFAS

Naohiro Shibuya, DPM, MS, FACFAS

George T. Liu, DPM, MPH, FACFAS

Description:

As our knowledge and understanding of foot and ankle surgery expands and as new technologies and techniques continue to both develop and evolve there is a need for continued evolution in surgical training. The "ACFAS Fellowship Initiative" was a strategic undertaking championed by the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons beginning in 2010, with the primary goal of fostering environments of advanced training in foot and ankle surgery by establishing strict criteria for specialized post-residency training. Since 2010, there have been numerous additional fellowship programs that have added to an already flourishing post-graduate training environment. To date, there are more than 65 foot and ankle fellowships with ACFAS status, and many other programs applying for status each year. We look to the future of advanced training in foot and ankle surgery with cautious optimism, as the evolution of fellowship training presents its own unique set of benefits and challenges. Our panel will discuss the evolution of foot and ankle fellowship training, specifically since the initiation of the College's 'Fellowship Recognition Initiative'. The panel will provide a review of the evolution of fellowship training as well as insight and carefully crafted opinions regarding the pros and cons of fellowship training and the fellowship initiative.

Moderator:

Jayson Atves, DPM, FACFAS, Moderator

Panelists:

Derek Ley, DPM, FACFAS; Mark Solomon, DPM, FACFAS

Description

As our knowledge and understanding of foot and ankle surgery expands and as new technologies and techniques continue to both develop and evolve there is a need for continued evolution in surgical training. The "ACFAS Fellowship Initiative" was a strategic undertaking championed by the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons beginning in 2010, with the primary goal of fostering environments of advanced training in foot and ankle surgery by establishing strict criteria for specialized post-residency training. Since 2010, there have been numerous additional fellowship programs that have added to an already flourishing post-graduate training environment. To date, there are more than 65 foot and ankle fellowships with ACFAS status, and many other programs applying for status each year. We look to the future of advanced training in foot and ankle surgery with cautious optimism, as the evolution of fellowship training presents its own unique set of benefits and challenges. Our panel will discuss the evolution of foot and ankle fellowship training, specifically since the initiation of the College's 'Fellowship Recognition Initiative'. The panel will provide a review of the evolution of fellowship training as well as insight and carefully crafted opinions regarding the pros and cons of fellowship training and the fellowship initiative.

Moderator

Lauren Christie, DPM, AACFAS

Panelists

Christopher Berkelbach, DPM; John Kim DPM; Jacob Perkins, DPM

Decsription:

Externships are two-fold, something often forgotten by rotating students. Not only do you want to perform your best and pique a program's interest, but the program also wants to garner interest in students. This podcast will highlight the two sides of externships – from both the student and the residency perspective. On the one hand, we will dive into how to be an excellent extern, what most programs look for, and provide small tips and tricks that are applicable across programs. On the other, we will highlight what the student should be looking for in a program that they could possibly be committing to for 3 years. If you are student about to start externships, are currently a rotating student, or are involved in student engagement in your residency program – this podcast is for you!

Moderator:

Madeline Hobbs, DPM, Moderator

Panelists:

Jarrett Cain, DPM, MSc, FACFAS

Cristian Neagu, DPM, FACFAS

Samantha Williams, DPM, FACFAS

Description:

Podiatry can provide a great income and life for yourself and family. All of us have hobbies and other interests that we enjoy spending time on. How can we turn those interests/hobbies into opportunities to supplement our income? We have three expert panelists who will discuss opportunities they have pursued to add to their cash flow and help supplement their lives outside of podiatry. They will give insight on how they gained knowledge of these chances, and the steps they took to pursue these interests. Furthermore, we will dive into how to expand your network within these "side jobs" to gain more connections and opportunities to further expand your income.

Moderator:

Timothy Miller, DPM, FACFAS, Moderator

Panelists:

Harry Schneider, DPM, FACFAS; John Steinberg, DPM, FACFAS