Ep. 11 - John Steinberg, DPM - Residency Director/ACFAS/3rd Gen DPM/Barry University Board of Trustees

Dean's Chat host, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen, is joined by Dr. John Steinberg. A third-generation podiatrist, Dr. Steinberg has spent the past 11 years as the Residency Director at Medstar Health Podiatric Surgery Residency Program. He is a Past President of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. A graduate of Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine, he is currently on the Barry University Board of Trustees. Tune in for discussions on residency training, leadership qualities, fellowship training, and the future of Podiatric Medicine. In this episode of Dean's Chat, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen welcomes Dr. John Steinberg, a professor and full-time faculty member in the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Georgetown University School of Medicine. Dr. Steinberg is also the co-founder of the Center for Wound Healing at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Jensen and Dr. Steinberg discuss Dr. Steinberg's impressive career and his role as a leader in the field of podiatric medicine. Dr. Jensen and Dr. Steinberg delve into the significance of mentorship in professional development. They stress that mentorship is not a happenstance occurrence, but rather something that individuals must actively pursue and request. Dr. Steinberg shares valuable advice given to his residents and students, emphasizing that mentorship is purposeful and that individuals should not hesitate to approach someone who inspires them and express their desire to learn from them.  Dr. Steinberg also highlights that mentors are eager to guide and support, but if not approached, they may not realize that someone is seeking their mentorship. He encourages individuals to actively seek out mentorship and overcome any fear of asking for guidance and support. Dr. Steinberg underscores the impact of mentorship in his own career, noting that his mentors have not only shaped his present self but have also opened doors for his professional growth.  In this episode, Dr. Jensen and Dr. Steinberg emphasize the importance of seeking feedback for personal and professional growth. They assure listeners that they are always willing to provide feedback and make time for it, highlighting the willingness of mentors to offer guidance. They encourage listeners not to shy away from asking for feedback, as many people are willing to provide it but may not do so unless prompted. Asking for feedback is crucial because without doing so, individuals may never receive the valuable insights needed for improvement. Dr. Jensen and Dr. Steinberg encourage listeners to be proactive in their education and actively seek feedback to make the most of each day.    https://aacpm.org/ https://www.medstarhealth.org/education/residency-programs/podiatric-surgery-dc Dean's Chat Website  Dean's Chat Episodes  Dean's Chat Blog Why Podiatric Medicine?  Become a Podiatric Physician