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Season 2

July 27, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E29 - Dr. Paul Brancheau, DPM - Residency Direc…

In this episode of Pod Patrol, Dr. Jeff Dikis interviews Dr. PJ Brancheau, the program director of Hunt Regional, a podiatry residency in Texas. They discuss Dr. Brancheau's journey into podiatry, the educational benefit of a...

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July 20, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E28 - Sports Medicine & Externships with Dr. Ma…

In this episode of Pod Patrol, Dr. Jeff Dikis is joined by Dr. Matt Werd and his daughter Maddy Werd, a fourth-year podiatry student at Barry University. They discuss the journey through podiatry, the importance of sports med...

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July 13, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E27 - Medical Design & Innovation with Dr. Adam…

In this episode, Dr. Adam Perler and Dr. Jeff Dikis discuss their long-standing friendship and professional journey in podiatry. They explore the challenges and rewards of patient care, the importance of mission work, and the...

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July 6, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E26 - Calcaneal Fractures with Dr. Narendra Pat…

In this episode of Pod Patrol, Dr. Jeff Dikis interviews Dr. Narendra Patel, a seasoned podiatrist with extensive experience at an orthopedic group. They discuss Dr. Patel's journey in podiatry, learning from Dr. Guido LaPort...

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June 29, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E25 - Dr. Kelsey Millonig, DPM, Talus OCD Allog…

In this episode of Pod Patrol, Dr. Jeff is joined by Dr. Kelsey Millonig, DPM, practicing at East Village Foot & Ankle in Des Moines, IA. They discuss her journey from a small-town Iowa upbringing to her current practice, the...

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June 22, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E24 - GaitKeepers E6 - MPJ Fusion Nonunions aft…

In this episode of GaitKeepers Journal Club, Dr. Mark Prissel and Dr. John Thompson discuss their recent systematic review on fusion rates of the first metatarsophalangeal joint (MPJ) arthrodesis after failed implant arthropl...

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June 15, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E23 - Mailbag Questions - Dr. Ashley Dikis, DPM

In this episode of Pod Patrol, Dr. Jeff Dikis and Dr. Ashley Dikis discuss various aspects of medical education, including personal updates, the transition into academia, the dynamics of professional relationships, the challe...

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June 8, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E22 - Dr. Tim Yoho, DPM - Former Dean, Des Moin…

In this conversation, Dr. Tim Yoho shares his journey into podiatry, discussing his early career, the evolution of Des Moines University, and the challenges facing the podiatric profession today. He emphasizes the importance ...

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June 1, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E21 - GaitKeepers E5 - MIS Calcaneal Osteotomie…

In this episode of the GaitKeepers Journal Club, Dr. Tyler Gonzalez discusses the MIS Zadek procedure, focusing on its indications, outcomes, and the importance of wedge size. The conversation delves into the biomechanics of ...

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May 25, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E20 - Dr. Edgardo Rodriguez-Collazo - Nerve Lim…

In this conversation, Dr. Edgardo Rodriguez discusses his role as the associate director and fellowship director at St. Joseph Hospital in Chicago, focusing on deformity correction and microsurgery. He shares insights into th...

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May 18, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E19 - Dr. Maryellen Brucato, DPM - BoardsBlast.…

In this conversation, Dr. Jeff Dikis and Dr. Maryellen Brucato discuss her journey in podiatry, her involvement with ACFAS, the challenges and rewards of private practice, effective marketing strategies, and the Boards Blast ...

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May 11, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E18 - Dr. David Lin, DPM - 15Blades Medical Soc…

Pod Patrol is joined by Dr. David Lin, the founder of 15Blades, where they discuss Dr. Lin's educational background, the challenges of navigating complications in surgery, and the evolving role of technology and AI in medicin...

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May 4, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E17 - Dr. Jarrod Shapiro, Faculty, Western Univ…

In this engaging conversation, Dr. Jeff Dikis interviews Dr. Jarrod Shapiro, exploring his journey through podiatry education and practice. They discuss the importance of learning from mistakes, the value of diverse training ...

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April 27, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E16 - GaitKeepers E4 - Limb Preservation, AI & …

In this episode of GaitKeepers Journal Club, we are joined by two of the best in the business - Dr. David Armstrong and Dr. Laura Shin. The conversation revolves around the importance of interdisciplinary clinics in limb pres...

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April 20, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E15 - Dr. Priya Parthsarathy - Regenerative Med…

In this episode of Pod Patrol, Dr. Jeff Dikis interviews Dr. Priya Parthasarathy, who shares her unique journey into the field of podiatry, her experiences navigating residency and job hunting as a couple, and the impact of p...

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April 13, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E14 - Dr. Savannah Santiago - Pod Patrol Newsle…

In this conversation, Dr. Jeff Dikis and Dr. Savannah Santiago discuss the challenges and experiences of residency in podiatry, focusing on pediatric cases, the importance of externships, and the balance between work and pers...

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April 6, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E13 - Dr. Haywan Chiu, Limb Salvage Surgeon, Fo…

In this episode, Dr. Jeff Dikis interviews Dr. Haywan Chiu, discussing various aspects of podiatry, including the residency program in Albuquerque, the challenges of diabetic foot care, and innovative surgical techniques. The...

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March 30, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E12 - Dr. Patrick Deheer, Residency Director As…

In this engaging conversation, Dr. Jeff Dikis interviews Dr. Patrick DeHeer, a prominent figure in podiatry and the future president of the APMA. They discuss the charm of Indianapolis, the vital role of the APMA in advocatin...

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March 23, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E11 - GaitKeepers Journal Club E3 - Tailor's Bu…

In this episode of the GaitKeepers podcast, hosts Dr. Brad Abicht and Dr. Jeff Dikis welcome Dr. Peter Lam and Dr. Tom Lewis to discuss their recent paper on minimally invasive surgery for bunionette deformities. The conversa...

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March 16, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E10 - Dr. Andrew Belis - Fellowship Director; O…

In this conversation, Dr. Jeff Dikis interviews Dr. Andrew Belis, fellowship director at the Orthopedic Center of Florida based in Fort Myers, Florida. They discuss Dr. Belis's background, the differences between private prac...

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March 9, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E9 - Gait Keepers Journal Club E2 - Fibular Nai…

On this episode of GaitKeepers Journal Club, we are joined by Dr. Brian Burgess, DPM. The conversation revolves around the use of fibular nails in treating ankle fractures. The speakers discuss the evolution of fibular nail t...

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March 2, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E8 - Dr. Leland Jaffe, DPM - Artificial Intelli…

In this episode of Pod Patrol, Dr. Jeff Dikis reunites with Dr. Leland Jaffe to discuss various aspects of dermatology, including diagnostic challenges, the role of AI in medicine, and innovative surgical techniques. They del...

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Feb. 16, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.E6 - Dr. Devin Simonson & Dr. Brad Abicht - Res…

In this episode of Pod Patrol, Dr. Jeff Dikis engages with Dr. Devin Simonson and Dr. Bradley Abicht, both key figures in the Gunderson Health (now Emplify Health) podiatry residency program in LaCrosse, WI. They discuss thei...

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Feb. 9, 2025

Pod Patrol Podcast S2.S5 - Dr. Michael Theodoulou - Cambridge Health …

In this conversation, Dr. Michael Theodoulou shares his journey in podiatry, discussing his residency experience, the unique patient population he serves, and his passion for complex limb salvage and deformity correction. He ...

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