Ep. 150 - Lauren Wurster, DPM - APMA Board of Trustees

Dean's Chat hosts Drs. Jeffrey Jensen and Johanna Richey are joined by Dr. Lauren Wurster. Dr. Wurster has been extremely active in the profession in a short period of time! Her involvement with the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons includes participation in the Practice Management Committee, being an editor for the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery, and participating in the Chris Mahaffey Leadership Development Program. Dr. Wurster also is extensively involved with the American Podiatric Medical Association as the Young Physician on the APMA Board of Trustees, she is also involved on the following panels and committees; Young Physician Leadership Panel, Emerging Leaders Program, as a Task Force Member for the Single Certifying Board, Education Committee, Development Committee, Student Engagement Committee, Legislative Committee, a Young Physician Leadership Panel Member, Podiatric Population Health Committee, Communications Committee, and the Arizona Delegate for the APMA House of Delegates. Dr. Worcester shares her journey in podiatric medicine, including her education at Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery and her three-year surgical residency at St. Mary's Medical Center in San Francisco. The conversation highlights her active involvement with the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) and her recent representation of the organization at the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine. Tune in for an engaging discussion about Dr. Worcester's contributions to the field and her experiences in podiatric healthcare. Dr. Lauren Worcester emphasizes the vital role that young physicians play in the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) and the numerous leadership opportunities available to them. She asserts that young physicians need a voice within the organization, as their perspectives are essential for the growth and evolution of the profession. Dr. Worcester's experiences underscore the significance of networking and mentorship in podiatry. She shares her positive experiences with mentors, including Dr. Schubert, who guided her during her residency and later became her mentor in the ACFAS Chris McAfee Leadership Development Program. This program not only provided her with leadership training but also allowed her to collaborate with a diverse group of podiatrists, enhancing her understanding of the field. Enjoy this discussion with a young leader and future star in our profession! https://bakodx.com/ https://bmef.org/ www.explorepodmed.org https://podiatrist2be.com/ https://higherlearninghub.com/