The Soleutions Podcast

Neuropathy is one of the toughest conditions podiatrists face - and most patients are frustrated with the lack of real solutions. Too often, they’re handed gabapentin or Lyrica, which mask symptoms without healing nerves.In this episode of the SoleCast, Matt Sole and Dr. Michael Graham sit down with Ben Pogue, founder of Free Life Labs, the company behind Nerve Reverse and Woundworks. With over 20 years in medical sales (and a personal family connection to neuropathy), Ben shares why he created Nerve Reverse, a supplement designed to improve blood flow, support nerve regeneration, and give patients relief without the side effects of prescriptions.You’ll learn:Why gabapentin and similar drugs may be doing more harm than goodThe science behind B vitamins, alpha lipoic acid, and other key ingredients in Nerve ReverseHow podiatrists can offer supplements as a low-hanging cash-pay service that patients actually wantBest practices for successfully stocking and recommending supplements in-officeWhy patients are already searching for solutions like this and how podiatrists can position themselves as the trusted sourceWhether you want to expand your cash-pay offerings or finally give neuropathy patients real hope, this conversation is packed with actionable insights you can bring into your practice right away.Learn more about Free Life Labs products: freelifelabs.comContact Free Life Labs: [email protected] | 801-923-3878Explore Soleutions courses & community: SoleutionsDPM.com👉 If you found this episode helpful, hit follow/subscribe and leave us a review - it helps more podiatrists discover the show. And if you’re ready to go deeper, join us at SoleutionsDPM.com for courses, community, and resources designed to help you grow smarter with cash-pay services.

What happens when a double board-certified podiatrist walks away from insurance for good?In this episode of the Soleutions Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Joel Foster, who made the bold leap from traditional insurance-based practice to a 100% direct patient pay model. After over 20 years in private practice, Dr. Foster and his wife rebuilt their clinic around freedom-focused care - putting patients over paperwork and reclaiming their time, peace of mind, and profitability.You’ll learn:Why Dr. Foster ditched insurance entirely — and never looked backThe emotional and financial toll of high-volume, insurance-dependent careHow he priced his services and built a transparent fee structureWhat changed for his patients, staff, and stress level after the shiftThe exact math behind how he’s building a million-dollar, cash-pay clinicWhat he’d do differently if he could start overIf you're a podiatrist thinking about adding more cash services or considering a full pivot away from insurance, this candid and practical conversation is your roadmap.🔍 Topics Covered:#cashpaypodiatry #directcare #podiatrypractice #medicalentrepreneurship #hybridmodel #practicegrowth #physicianburnout #DPC #insurancefreepractice #privatepractice🗳 Spotify Poll:Would you ever consider going 100% cash pay in your practice?→ Vote now below the episode!📌 Mentioned in This Episode:🔗 Join the community: https://SoleutionsDPM.com🔔 Subscribe for more:Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | SoleutionsDPM.com

In this inaugural episode of the Soleutions SoleCast, hosts Matt Sole and Dr. Michael E. Graham discuss the vision behind Soleutions, focusing on empowering podiatrists to adopt a cash pay model. They explore the challenges posed by insurance limitations, the importance of patient education, and the need for a supportive community among practitioners. The conversation emphasizes actionable steps for podiatrists to enhance their practices, improve patient care, and ultimately thrive in a changing healthcare landscape.Takeaways:The podcast aims to provide actionable insights for podiatrists.Building a practice that suits personal and professional goals is essential.Insurance limitations hinder access to advanced treatment options.Patient education is crucial for treatment acceptance.Investing in technology can significantly enhance patient care.Community support is vital for overcoming challenges in practice.Podiatrists can successfully transition to a cash pay model.Understanding patient needs leads to better treatment options.Team engagement is key to practice success.Small changes can lead to significant improvements in practice revenue.Sound Bites:"The community aspect of this is so huge.""We need to change this. We need to help podiatrists.""Small shifts can yield huge dividends."Keywordspodiatry, podiatrist, cash pay, direct care, patient care, community support, insurance limitations, technology investment, practice management, patient education, business growth, practice growth, healthcare innovation, Soleutions