Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine

10/06/2026

A discussion with a tremendous leader in our profession, APMA Board of Trustee, Dr. William Long!
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Ep. 366 - William Long, DPM, APMA Board of Trustees

Dr. Long is double board-certified by both the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He holds the distinction of being the first podiatrist to perform ankle surgery in South Carolina and played an instrumental role in expanding the state’s scope of practice to include ankle surgery in 2018.

He served two years as South Carolina’s delegate to the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) and was elected to the APMA Board of Trustees in 2019. Dr. Long is the past chair of the following committees to include Development, Legislative, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. He currently serves as the APMA liaison to the Council of Podiatric Medical Education.

Dr. Long is in private practice, overseeing four office locations with six associate physicians. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Pelham Surgical Center and the South Carolina Quality Radiation Standards Association. Additionally, he is a Board of Visitors member at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, serves on the Executive Board of the South Carolina Podiatric Medical Association.

A devoted husband and father of four, Dr. Long takes pride in knowing that his daughters, Logan and Loren, will be following in his professional footsteps. He lives by the United States Coast Guard motto, Semper Paratus— “Always Ready”—a reflection of his lifelong commitment to service, leadership, and excellence.

10/02/2026

Clerkship advice with Drs. Jensen and Richey. Quite a few years of experience! Enjoy!
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Ep. 365 - “Clerkship Advice No One Gives You” - Drs. Jensen and Richey

Clerkships are one of the most important and, sometimes intimidating, steps in a podiatric medical student’s journey toward residency. In this episode of Dean’s Chat, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen and Dr. Johanna Richey share candid advice drawn from their experiences working with students, clerks, and residency applicants. They explore what residency programs are really looking for once a student gets their “foot in the door,” and why grades and class rank are only part of the picture.

This episode is sponsored by Bako Diagnostics

The conversation highlights the importance of preparation, curiosity, work ethic, communication, and being coachable. While academic performance can open doors, the clerkship provides students with an opportunity to demonstrate what they know, how they think, and how they work with patients, residents, faculty, and staff. Students are encouraged to prepare for cases, participate in discussions, ask questions, and be willing to acknowledge what they don’t know. Receiving feedback without becoming defensive is another essential skill, not only for clerkships and residency, but throughout a career in medicine.

09/29/2026

Podiatry workforce analysis?
Where will opportunities be in the future? Check it out!
Drs. Andrew Meyr and Janeen Elagha on the data!
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Ep. 364 - Is Podiatry Facing a Workforce Shortage?
Drs. Andrew Meyr and Jeneen Elagha on the Data!

A new workforce study projects a shortage of 1,810 podiatric physicians in 2025—growing to 4,680 by 2035—with the largest projected gaps in Texas, California, Florida, and Georgia.

Drs. Jeffrey Jensen and Johanna Richey welcome study authors Drs. Andrew Meyr and Jeneen Elagha to discuss how federal workforce projections, CMS data, and podiatric education trends shaped these estimates. They also explore what the findings could mean for patient access, student recruitment, training, and where podiatric physicians choose to practice.

Study: Meyr AJ, Elagha J. “2025 podiatric physician workforce analysis based on Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) projections.” Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery. Published online September 6, 2026. Read the abstract on PubMed.

Topics: Podiatric workforce • Patient access • HRSA projections • Podiatric medical education

09/27/2026

White coats on, officially! 🩺
Celebrating the Class of 2030 and this exciting milestone in their journey through podiatric medicine. Congratulations, first years! 🦶

09/22/2026

Drs. Leslie Campbell and James Hanna - APMA Board of Trustees!
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Ep. 362 - APMA Board of Trustees - Drs. Leslie Campbell and James Hanna!

APMA Leadership, Advocacy, and the Future of the Profession — Drs. Leslie Campbell and James Hanna

Dean’s Chat hosts Drs. Jeffrey Jensen and Johanna Richey welcome APMA Board of Trustees members Dr. Leslie Campbell and Dr. James Hanna for a compelling conversation about leadership, service, and the future of podiatric medicine.

Drs. Campbell and Hanna share the experiences, mentors, and defining moments that shaped their professional journeys and ultimately led them to national leadership within the American Podiatric Medical Association. Their stories demonstrate that leadership is rarely a straight path—it develops through involvement, relationships, a willingness to accept responsibility, and the courage to step forward when the profession needs you.

09/18/2026

Fun interviews from APMA including Dr. Warren Joseph from AZCPM!
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Ep. 361 - APMA 2026 Interviews - Dr. Warren Joseph, et al.

Dean’s Chat comes to you from the road! Drs. Jeffrey Jensen and Johanna Richey sat down with educators, clinicians, industry leaders, residents, and other influential voices from across the profession for a special series of conversations recorded at the Bako Diagnostics booth.

This interview includes: Dr. Warren Joseph, Dr. Madalin Ramil, Dr. Jennifer Skolnik, Dr. Sari Priesand, Lindley Andrews, and Dr. Nicholas Argerikis.

These rapid-fire conversations highlight the people, ideas, organizations, and initiatives shaping the future of podiatric medicine. From education and residency training to professional leadership, industry leaders Bako Diagnostics, clinical practice, advocacy, and the evolving opportunities within the profession, this special APMA series provides an inside look at podiatry from the individuals helping move it forward.

A special thank-you to Bako Diagnostics for hosting Dean’s Chat and providing the space for these conversations at APMA National.

Whether you are a prospective podiatric medical student, current student, resident, educator, or practicing podiatrist, this series offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from leaders throughout the profession.

09/15/2026

Reimagining Medical Education!
Check out the interview with Dr. Paul Tran!

Ep. 360 - Paul Tran, MD: Shaping the Culture of Medical Education: How High Expectations, Feedback and Support Can Change the Game

This episode sponsored by American Podiatric Medical Association!

Dr. Jeffrey Jensen and Dr. Johanna Richey welcome Dr. Paul Tran, a pediatric gastroenterologist, medical educator, and advocate for improving the culture of medical education. Although Dr. Tran practices in a different specialty, his experiences and philosophy offer lessons that apply across healthcare education and training.

Dr. Tran shares his approach to specialty selection, encouraging students to look beyond the “sleek and sexy” aspects of a field and instead consider the everyday work. He reflects on how recognizing that the typical day in pediatrics remained intellectually and emotionally engaging helped him identify the right career path. The conversation also explores the importance of mentorship and the lasting influence of role models who demonstrate humility, service, and a genuine commitment to patients and learners.

09/11/2026

Check out this interview with 2023 AZCPM alumni, Dr. Shadi Mattar!
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Ep. 359 - From AZCPM to Fellowship: Dr. Shadi Mattar’s Journey

In this episode of Dean’s Chat, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen welcomes Dr. Shadi Mattar, a 2023 graduate of the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine.

This episode is sponsored by Bako Diagnostics!

Dr. Mattar discusses his journey from AZCPM to residency training at Legacy Health and his current fellowship at The CORE Institute. He reflects on the experiences that shaped his professional development, the transition from student to resident and fellow, and the value of pursuing advanced training.

The conversation explores:

Dr. Mattar’s experience as a student at AZCPM

His transition from podiatric medical school to residency

Training and professional growth at Legacy Health

His decision to pursue fellowship training

Life as a fellow at The CORE Institute

The importance of mentorship, preparation, and lifelong learning

Advice for students considering residency and fellowship opportunities

The relationships and experiences that continue to shape his career

This episode offers students and young physicians an excellent look at the commitment, adaptability, and continued growth required to build a successful career in podiatric medicine.

Enjoy this conversation with AZCPM alumnus Dr. Shadi Mattar!

09/08/2026

Check out the interviews with APMA CEO Meghan McClelland, and with Drs.
Randy Kaplan, Gene Pascarella, Arman Kirakosian, Jim McDannald, and Duane Ehredt!
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Ep. 358 - APMA 2026 Interviews - CEO Meaghan McClelland et al!

This episode sponsored by APMA!

Dean’s Chat comes to you from the 2026 APMA Annual Scientific Meeting in Nashville, Tennessee! Drs. Jeffrey Jensen and Johanna Richey sat down with leaders, educators, clinicians, industry leaders residents, and other influential voices from across the profession for a special series of conversations recorded at the Bako Diagnostics booth.

This interview includes: Meghan McClelland, APMA CEO, Dr. Duane Ehredt Jr., Dr. Jim MacDannald, Dr. Arman Kirakosian, Dr. Gene Pascarella, and Dr. Randy Kaplan!

These rapid-fire conversations highlight the people, ideas, organizations, and initiatives shaping the future of podiatric medicine. From education and residency training to professional leadership, industry leaders Bako Diagnostics, clinical practice, advocacy, and the evolving opportunities within the profession, this special APMA series provides an inside look at podiatry from the individuals helping move it forward.

A special thank-you to Bako Diagnostics for hosting Dean’s Chat and providing the space for these conversations at APMA National.

Whether you are a prospective podiatric medical student, current student, resident, educator, or practicing podiatrist, this series offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from leaders throughout the profession.