Handling Staff Shortages and Boosting Podiatry Efficiency

In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share how I manage a fully packed clinic day while struggling with staff shortages and onboarding new workflows. From handling patient overload to delegating tasks, optimizing treatment value, and launching new strategies for growing Podiatry Practice Mastery, I break down what’s working, what’s challenging, and what’s next for my practice.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeHow I manage patient care during staffing shortagesDelegating tasks to boost practice efficiencyOptimizing orthotics, shockwave, and carry flex treatmentsHow newsletters are helping grow Podiatry Practice MasteryMy approach to maintaining profitability under pressureWhy You Should ListenLearn practical strategies to manage high-volume patient days, deal with staffing challenges, and increase profitability without burning out.Key Topics Covered[0:10] Struggling to find and retain medical assistants[0:55] Managing a busy clinic day with limited staff[2:00] Lesion destruction and final wart treatments[2:52] Scanning for orthotics during shockwave sessions[3:01] Using focused-only shockwave for stress reactions[3:35] When to recommend shockwave vs. conservative care[4:06] Matrixectomy for ingrown toenails after pregnancy[4:18] Preparing patients for yearly CaryFlex treatments[5:11] Using cortisone for pain relief before trips[5:45] Streamlining care plans with nail samples and follow-ups[6:05] Managing severe arthritis and referral decisions[7:12] Prioritizing shoe recommendations over extensive interventions[8:32] Leveraging focused shockwave for plantar fasciitis[9:02] Enhancing practice growth with a new PPM newsletter[11:01] Using ChatGPT and newsletters to boost memberships👉 Tune in to learn how I manage a busy podiatry practice while dealing with staffing shortages, optimizing treatments, and growing Podiatry Practice Mastery through smarter workflows and strategic delegation.