(#64) Growing Utilization of PAs and NPs in Orthopedic Practices with Mike Harvey

In this must-listen episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor sits down with Mike Harvey, Director of Clinical Operations at Forte Sports Medicine and Orthopedics, to explore the expanding role of Physician Assistants (PAs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs) in orthopedic practices. With over 20 years of hands-on experience as a PA and a background as an athletic trainer, Mike shares his career journey and how he’s helping reshape orthopedic care through team-based models, regenerative medicine, and clinical leadership.This episode offers tactical insights for healthcare professionals, practice administrators, executives, and recruiters looking to understand how advanced practice providers are driving efficiency, improving access, and supporting scalable care delivery in orthopedic settings.Whether you're managing a private practice, scaling an MSO, or preparing for future workforce needs, this conversation delivers real-world lessons on clinical integration, practice growth, and strategic leadership in modern musculoskeletal care.Key Takeaways:How PAs and NPs are expanding their scope in orthopedic surgeryWhy regenerative treatments like PRP are changing non-operative careTips for blending clinical duties with administrative leadershipThe role of business education in advancing healthcare careersBuilding high-performing provider teams in musculoskeletal careNavigating recruitment and retention in a competitive job marketWhy collaboration and networking are non-negotiables in healthcareEpisode Highlights:00:50 Meet Mike Harvey: PA-C and Clinical Leader01:34 From Athletic Trainer to Orthopedic Operations04:07 Key Changes in the Orthopedic Care Landscape05:58 The Power of Team-Based Patient Management08:58 APPs in Surgery: Scope, Skills & Scalability16:05 Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and Non-Operative Care23:52 Business Acumen in Clinical Operations32:45 Career Growth Tips for APPs and New Clinicians39:32 Final ThoughtsKeywords:PAs and NPs in orthopedics,Physician Assistants in surgery,Orthopedic practice models,Regenerative medicine in musculoskeletal care,Clinical leadership in private practice,Mid-level providers in orthopedics,Healthcare recruiter podcast,APP workforce development,Ortho clinical operations,PA career advancement,Advanced practice providers in sports medicine,Connect with Mike Harvey:LinkedIn: Mike HarveyVisit Forte Sports Medicine & Orthopedics