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Don Pelto, DPM - Podiatry Practice Mastery

🚀 Podiatry Practice Mastery — Grow Your Podiatry Practice to $1M+ Without Working More Hours Are you a podiatrist ready to scale your practice to 7 figures and beyond — without burning out? Podiatry Practice Mastery is the podcast for growth-driven podiatrists who want to increase revenue, improve patient flow, and build efficient systems — without adding more clinic hours or sacrificing their quality of life. - Get my Free Million Dollar Practice Formula - https://www.podiatrypracticemastery.com/ - Get my Free Patient Presentations Training - http://www.patientpresentations.com/
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Episodes

Maximizing Surgical Efficiency in Podiatry: $1M Practice Insights

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share a rare look into one of my surgical days and the lessons I’ve learned about balancing surgeries, practice efficiency, and hitting the $1,000,000 production mark. From handling complex bunion and hammer toe cases to teaching residents and navigating unexpected intraoperative challenges, this episode highlights how optimizing your surgical workflow can directly impact practice profitability and patient outcomes. What You’ll Learn in This Episod...

May 22, 20259 min

How I Use Shockwave & Systems to Grow My Podiatry Practice

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share strategies and real patient cases that helped me scale my podiatry practice toward and beyond the $1,000,000 mark. From managing complex conditions like posterior tibial tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, and fractures to optimizing treatment workflows and leveraging advanced therapies like shockwave and Swift, this episode highlights the tools, techniques, and systems that drive better patient outcomes and improved practice efficiency. What You’...

May 21, 202511 min

Improving EMR Workflows and Treatments in Podiatry Care

Efficient clinic workflows, better EMR strategies, and advanced podiatric treatments can dramatically improve both patient outcomes and practice profitability. In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I walk you through a busy clinic day while sharing insights on managing a wide range of cases, from plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, and peroneal injuries to ulcer care and shockwave therapy. I also discuss lessons from transitioning to a new EMR system, optimizing documentation, and in...

May 20, 20258 min

Smarter Podiatry Compensation Plans That Retain Talent

How do you fairly compensate associate doctors while keeping your practice profitable and attractive for long-term growth? In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I dive into different compensation models for podiatrists, share insights from a recent mastermind discussion, and reveal a simple calculator I built to make these decisions easier. You’ll also learn how I approach balancing doctor satisfaction, practice profitability, and long-term growth toward the $1,000,000 production goal. W...

May 19, 20258 min

Mastering KeryFlex, Shockwave & EMR Workflows

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share a behind-the-scenes look at a busy clinic day while navigating our EMR transition, integrating online scheduling, and balancing advanced patient care with operational improvements. I walk through multiple cases, from KeryFlex nail restorations and shockwave follow-ups to ankle pain management and stress fracture evaluations, and discuss workflow adjustments that are helping the practice run smoother. Plus, I talk about upcoming initiatives li...

May 16, 20256 min

How Online Scheduling Is Reshaping My Podiatry Practice

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share progress updates from day 16 of my EMR transition and how new tools like online scheduling and patient portals are improving efficiency. I walk through several patient cases, including bunion management, shockwave treatments, stress fracture care, and nail restoration using KeryFlex. I also discuss creating a dedicated urgent care web page to attract patients from local clinics, implementing automated workflows with Clara, and enhancing sched...

May 15, 20259 min

Real-World Podiatry Insights From a Busy Clinic Day

Have you ever struggled with balancing patient care, EMR transitions, and growing your podiatry practice at the same time? In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I take you inside a busy Tuesday at the clinic as I navigate day 16 of our ModMed EMR transition, work through billing challenges, and manage a variety of patient cases, from hallux limitus and calcaneal fractures to fungal nails and shockwave therapy. I also share insights on setting up Qutenza treatments, optimizing workflows, ...

May 14, 20258 min

Podiatry Growth Insights: Patient Care Meets EMR Success

On day 14 of my ModMed EMR transition, I finally had my first smooth day in the clinic. Murali handled about 80% of my notes, patients received the right care, and I even made it home on time, a rare win during this adjustment period. In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share real patient cases, from plantar fasciitis and hallux limitus to shockwave therapy and Qutenza treatments, while also diving into new workflow strategies that are helping me streamline both patient care and prac...

May 12, 20259 min

Using Newsletters to Attract and Retain Patients

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share why my newsletter was recently removed from my website and the strategies I’m using to optimize both patient engagement and SEO. I dive into my journey of managing email marketing, building an email list of over 16,000 subscribers, and why I switched from PatientPop to Kajabi for better lead generation and automation. You’ll also learn how I’m using newsletters, lead magnets, and SEO-focused content to grow the practice while keeping patients...

May 12, 20257 min

From Chaos to Clarity: Streamlining My Workflow With Clara

Are you struggling with EMR transitions, managing patient workflows, and finding better ways to grow your practice toward the $1,000,000 mark? In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share my real-life challenges and solutions while navigating our switch to ModMed and experimenting with Clara for patient communication, scheduling, and review generation. I also talk about an exciting mastermind group I’m organizing for podiatrists who want to scale their practices, plus practical tips to ...

May 09, 20259 min

Shockwave, Clara, and ModMed: My Practice Upgrade

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share insights from day 11 of our ModMed EMR transition and the lessons I’ve learned while optimizing workflows, enhancing patient care, and integrating new tools like Clara for automated reviews and scheduling. I also cover real patient cases, from chronic plantar fasciitis and nail fungus management to wound care and shockwave therapy, while walking you through the small but impactful strategies helping us move closer to the $1,000,000 practice m...

May 08, 20256 min

Day 10 of ModMed: Optimizing Podiatry Workflows

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share insights from day 10 of our ModMed EMR transition and how we’re streamlining workflows while handling a packed clinic schedule. From managing real patient cases like chronic plantar fasciitis, fractures, and nail fungus to optimizing shockwave therapy protocols and improving patient documentation, I walk you through the behind-the-scenes challenges and progress. I also discuss integrating Clara for automated reviews, better communication, and...

May 07, 202510 min

Tackling EMR Challenges While Keeping Patients Happy

What do you do when your EMR transition feels overwhelming, your staff is stressed, and patient care needs to stay on track? In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share how I’m navigating day 9 of our ModMed EMR transition while keeping morale up, staying efficient, and continuing to deliver quality care. From optimizing workflows to managing a busy shockwave therapy schedule, I walk you through my strategies for balancing change and growth while aiming for the $1,000,000 practice mile...

May 06, 20256 min

The End-of-Treatment Recap That Transforms My Practice

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I reveal a powerful yet simple strategy that’s transformed how I communicate with patients, the End-of-Treatment Recap. If you’ve ever noticed your patients looking overwhelmed or forgetting your recommendations after their visit, this episode is for you. I’ll break down how I’ve refined my consultations to boost compliance, reduce confusion, and improve treatment acceptance, especially for higher-value procedures like shockwave therapy and orthotics...

May 05, 202512 min

From Billing Gaps to Burnout: My Practice Growth Lessons

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share how separating your roles from your identity can help you navigate personal and professional challenges more effectively. I also open up about my ongoing EMR transition struggles, balancing practice management, patient care, and family responsibilities while still working toward practice growth. From improving billing accuracy to managing staff changes and handling unexpected situations like a needle stick injury, I break down the real-life l...

May 05, 20258 min

Turning EMR Struggles Into Practice Growth Opportunities

Have you ever wondered how to stay focused, productive, and positive while going through a stressful EMR transition or other major changes in your practice? In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share how using daily positive focus exercises, tracking progress, and reframing challenges are helping me navigate the switch to ModMed without losing momentum. I also talk about patient wins, optimizing shockwave and orthotic workflows, and staying grounded through personal and professional s...

May 02, 20259 min

My May Report: Wins, Setbacks, and Podiatry Growth Plans

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share my one-page report for May 2025, a personal look at what’s working, what’s challenging, and where I’m focusing my energy to grow my practice and improve patient care. From navigating the ongoing ModMed EMR transition to hitting a record 26 orthotics in a month, I discuss the wins, the setbacks, and the strategies I’m using to stay on track with both my business and personal goals. What You’ll Learn in This Episode How I track progress and set...

May 01, 202514 min

Behind the Scenes: My First Week Navigating ModMed

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share insights from day five of my ModMed EMR transition and how it’s impacting my workflow, patient care, and overall efficiency. I discuss the initial challenges of adapting to a new system, why fewer patients during this period have been a blessing, and how simplifying processes is helping me stay focused on patient outcomes while positioning my practice for continued growth. What You’ll Learn in This Episode How transitioning to ModMed is resha...

Apr 29, 20255 min

Thriving Through My ModMed EMR Transition

How do you handle the chaos of transitioning to a new EMR system while keeping your practice running smoothly? In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share my experience navigating day three of our ModMed live transition, the challenges my team and I faced, and the practical fixes that are making things easier. From workflow tweaks to billing insights and plans for future practice growth, this episode dives into lessons learned during a demanding shift. What You’ll Learn in This Episode...

Apr 28, 202510 min

Coaching Through My ModMed EMR Transition With Paul

Transitioning to a new EMR system is never easy, and in this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I join Paul for a focused coaching session on navigating day three of our ModMed transition. Together, we discuss how to overcome workflow bottlenecks, improve billing accuracy, and customize ModMed for better efficiency. I share the challenges, frustrations, and small wins that are shaping my journey toward a more streamlined, profitable practice. What You’ll Learn in This Episode How Paul’s coach...

Apr 28, 20251 hr 9 min

Lessons From My Second Day Using ModMed EMR

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share my experience on day two of the ModMed EMR transition and how it’s reshaping patient care, documentation, and workflows. From handling shockwave therapy cases and ulcer management to adjusting treatment protocols and optimizing efficiency, I discuss real challenges and insights gained. I also talk about staying positive during transitions, making better workflow decisions, and planning long-term strategies for smoother operations. What You’ll...

Apr 25, 20257 min

Don's Coaching Session #2

Here is a coaching session I did to help me improve on my presentations to patients.

Apr 21, 20251 hr 16 min
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