Ep. 23 - Dean's Chat: Dr. Evelyn Heigh-Rosen and Dr. Johanna Richey, AZCPM Faculty

Dean's Chat host, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen, is joined by the two newest faculty members at the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine (AZCPM). Meet Dr. Evelyn Heigh-Rosen, a 2014 graduate of AZCPM, and Dr. Johanna Richey, a 2009 graduate of AZCPM. A fun episode discussing their path through undergrad, shadowing a variety of specialties, choosing AZCPM, maximizing clerkships, their residency experience, fellowship opportunities, and practicing in a variety of settings. Ultimately, both of their paths led them back to academia. Listen for a great way for students to get to know their professors and prospective students to understand the podiatric profession. The goal of the episode is to allow students and prospective students to get to know the faculty better. Dr. Evelyn Heigh-Rosen shares her experience as a new parent to a three-month-old baby boy, while Dr. Johanna Richey discusses her excitement about joining the faculty and how it has impacted her life. Tune in to learn more about these dynamic faculty members at the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Jensen, Dr. Heigh-Rosen, and Dr. Richey discuss the importance of learning how to manage challenges and the value of knowing that you're not alone in facing them. They highlight the support system they had during their training programs, where mentors and faculty members were open and willing to discuss the difficulties they faced. This support helped them navigate the ups and downs of their professional journeys. Dr. Jensen, Dr. Heigh-Rosen, and Dr. Richey also emphasize the significance of continuous learning and expanding one's knowledge. They stress that as doctors, it is crucial to learn something new every day to be prepared for any situation that may arise. After their training, they felt confident and comfortable in their abilities, knowing they could handle whatever came their way. Recognizing that every job has its positives and negatives is another important point discussed in this episode. They stress the need to consider whether one can handle the challenges that come with a particular profession. They acknowledge that, as doctors, they need to be both leaders and managers, even if some aspects of the job may not be as enjoyable but are still necessary. In this episode, Dr. Jensen, Dr. Heigh-Rosen, and Dr. Richey discuss the importance of considering both the positives and negatives of a job or specialty. They emphasize that while it is easy to focus on the positive aspects of a profession, it is equally important to recognize and evaluate the challenges and drawbacks that come with it. Additionally, the doctors discuss the importance of learning from different experiences and individuals in the field. They mention that observing the bedside manner of one provider and the surgical skillset of another can help shape one's own approach to patient care. This further emphasizes the significance of kindness and professionalism in healthcare, as these qualities can greatly impact the patient's experience and outcomes. Dean's Chat Website  Dean's Chat Episodes  Dean's Chat Blog Why Podiatric Medicine?  Become a Podiatric Physician