Ep. 273 - Samantha Williams, DPM - NYCPM, Fellowship Trained, Kaiser Permanente

In this episode of Dean's Chat, hosts Dr. Jeffrey Jensen and Dr. Johanna Richey sit down with Dr. Samantha Williams! This episode is sponsored by Bako Diagnostics! We explore the journey from student to surgeon—and how compassionate, evidence-based care transforms outcomes in the clinic and OR. Dr. Williams shares practical tips on residency readiness, communicating surgical risk/benefit, optimizing clinic flow, and leading multidisciplinary care for complex foot and ankle pathology. Whether you're a pre-health student, current podiatry student, resident, or practicing DPM, you'll leave with actionable insights on training, mentorship, and professional growth—plus candid advice on board prep, research, and balancing life in medicine. What you'll learn: • Residency and early-career lessons that actually matter • Patient communication frameworks that build trust and adherence • Surgical vs. conservative decision pathways (and how to explain them) • Clinic efficiency: scheduling blocks, documentation, and team roles • Career design: academic vs. private practice, leadership & outreach! Enjoy! #Podiatry #FootAndAnkle #Residency #MedicalEducation #Surgery #PodiatricMedicine #PreMed #HealthCareCareers #DeansChat