Ep. 67 - Michael King, DPM, FACFAS, FASPS - Chief Medical Officer/Upperline Health/APMA President

Dean's Chat host, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen, is joined by Dr. Michael King, a tremendous leader in podiatric medicine who is on the cutting edge of medical innovation!  Dr. King brings a unique perspective on podiatric medicine and its evolution as a practitioner, a past president of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), and now as the Chief Medical Officer for Upperline Health!  Dr. King has also given over 400 presentations on appropriate coding, compliance, practice acquisitions, value-based healthcare, and evidence-based clinical measures. Dr. King shares his journey from Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine, to his 30-year career as a practitioner and serving as the President for the Massachusetts Foot and Ankle Society.  He also discusses his role on the APMA board of trustees culminating in his presidency. This is an interesting discussion about the state of podiatric medicine and the current trends in practice acquisitions.  His role in developing the first Accountable Care Organization (ACO) for Podiatric Medicine is particularly interesting as it likely represents the future of health care delivery in this country. As a 2023 inductee into the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons in Glasgow, Scotland, Dr. King personifies leadership within the podiatric profession! Dr. King delves into the crucial topic of patient satisfaction and its profound impact on the healthcare profession. Dr. Jensen and Dr. King emphasize the growing significance of receiving positive Net Promoter Scores (NPS) from patients, highlighting how it not only benefits individual practices but also resonates throughout the entire profession.  Dr. King stresses the idea that hiring the best doctors plays a pivotal role in enhancing patient satisfaction and elevating the profession as a whole. He provides examples of exceptional doctors, underscoring the quality of healthcare professionals within their practice. Additionally, Dr. King references the saying "the tide floats all boats," illustrating how the success and satisfaction of patients can have a positive ripple effect across the profession. Ultimately, the episode underscores the importance of patient satisfaction and its profound impact on the perception and success of the healthcare profession. Furthermore, the episode touches on the idea that hiring the best doctors allows them to focus on their passion - seeing patients, improving their health, and leaving work fulfilled. By creating an environment where doctors can thrive and engage in what they enjoy most, the practice can deliver better outcomes and enhance patient satisfaction. Overall, the episode emphasizes the importance of hiring top-notch doctors and the positive impact it has on the practice as a whole. It highlights the value of talent, expertise, and the collaborative efforts of both clinical and business minds in achieving success. Dr. Jensen and Dr. King touch on the significance of shadowing and experiencing different specialties in the field of podiatric medicine. They advise prospective students to actively engage in shadowing experiences to gain a comprehensive understanding of the various aspects of podiatric medicine.   https://explorepodmed.org/ Dean's Chat Website Dean's Chat Episodes Dean's Chat Blog Why Podiatric Medicine?  <a h ...