AI isn’t coming; it’s already here. From automated notes to smarter scheduling, artificial intelligence is transforming how podiatrists and financial planners run their practices every day.

In this episode of The Entrepreneurial Podiatrist, hosts Dr. Andrew Schneider and Greg Hardy, CFP®, AEP®, explore how AI is reshaping private practice management, from clinical documentation and patient interaction to internal workflows, compliance, and marketing strategy. They share real examples of AI tools they’re using, the lessons learned along the way, and how to balance efficiency with human connection.

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Many podiatrists start out thinking they must do everything themselves, only to discover that real success comes from letting go, building systems, and focusing on what matters most.

In this episode of The Entrepreneurial Podiatrist, hosts Dr. Andrew Schneider and Greg Hardy, CFP®, AEP®, discuss why understanding your role as both clinician and business owner is essential for long-term success. From the challenges of delegation to redefining what a healthy, sustainable practice looks like, they share stories and insights that will resonate with practitioners at every stage of their careers.

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What happens when a podiatrist meets a financial planner at a conference? A podcast that aims to change how podiatrists build their practices from patient care to profitability.

In this premiere episode of The Entrepreneurial Podiatrist, hosts Dr. Andrew Schneider, president of the American Academy of Podiatric Practice Management (AAPPM), and Greg Hardy, CFP®, AEP®, founder of Beyond Financial Planning, introduce their mission: equipping podiatrists not just to treat patients, but to run thriving, sustainable practices. They share how their chance meeting at an AAPPM conference sparked this collaboration and outline the podcast’s core themes: practice management, marketing, technology, HR, AI, and financial planning. Dr. Schneider highlights the knowledge gap most physicians face in business, while Greg explains how financial principles can help bridge it. This episode sets the foundation for a series of practical, actionable conversations for podiatrists who aspire to lead both medically and financially. 

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Welcome to The Entrepreneurial Podiatrist with Dr. Andrew Schneider from the American Academy of Podiatric Practice Management and Greg Hardy, CFP®, AEP® from Beyond Financial Planning. This podcast helps podiatrists in private practice grow more profitable and sustainable businesses while taking control of their future. We do this by offering real-world strategies, empowering conversations, and expert insights you can actually use. Join us for this journey where we explore how to own your path, grow your practice on your terms, and make a bigger impact – without losing the heart of why you started.