150 - Jonathan Small What is Good Podiatry?

Have you ever stopped and considered what good podiatry is? Is it having more podiatry knowledge, or is it having more tools in the toolbelt and not being a one-trick pony when it comes to treating certain foot problems? Jonathan Small is a UK podiatrist. In the episode, Jonathan and I discuss what we think good podiatry is and why you should be striving to become a better podiatrist; it's good for the patient, and it's good for the podiatry profession.  We also discuss: The mother or child test and best level of care. Why treating a patient with an orthotic may not be the best option. Teaching patients how to do things at home and taking responsibility for their own health Why YOUR BEST may not always be the best for the patient.  Know your limitation and know when to refer to another podiatrist.   Managing your diary is part of RESPONSIBLE PODIATRY and being a good podiatrist. Saying you're booked out weeks ahead is not good podiatry for your patients that are in pain.  "When the image of podiatry improves, so will the perception of podiatry".  Seven Steps to Follow Know your limitations Refer on when necessary Build network links Treat ethically Manage patient expectation Provide the most accurate and up to date unbiased information available Carry out safe treatment If you have any questions about this episode, please send me an email at [email protected], or you can connect with Jonathan at Health First Foot & Gait Clinic.  If you want to learn more about Jonathan's short 2-hour course, follow this link to FOOT VALUE.  Jonathan's previous episodes: Ep 006: Work Smart, Not Harder Ep 044: Podiatry Success Is A Mindset Ep 081: Don't Live In The Land of Low Fees Ep 096: Fear & Comfort Zones Ep 122: Foot Value Also, if you want to know more about one-on-one coaching or any of my group coaching programs, please send me an email at [email protected], and we can arrange a quick ZOOM call.  Youtube If you're interested in watching the UNCUT video of this particular episode, you can visit my YOUTUBE Channel, Tyson E Franklin and please SUBSCRIBE, so you're informed whenever a new video is released.  Competitive Advantage If you're looking for a Competitive Advantage over other podiatrists in your area, please visit my EVENTS PAGE, and consider joining my next group coaching program, the 12-Week Podiatry Business Reboot or join the Podiatry Business Owners Club on Facebook.