Dean’s Chat host, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen, is joined by four students from the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine’s Class of 2026, Landry Batis, Ali DeCleene, Layla Galavotti, and Clayton Winn. These students have been immersed in the medical school curriculum 1-1/2 years. And, they have APMLE Boards – Part 1 looming in July of 2024.
In this episode, Dr. Jensen adn the students talk about the versatility and opportunities available in the field of podiatry. They highlight how podiatry can be tailored to fit individual priorities and preferences, with various avenues such as specializing in diabetic care or sports medicine. Podiatry offers a range of options for practitioners to choose from.
Tune in for great insights on anticipation of the academic rigor of the medical school year, the inevitable “free-floating” anxiety of anticipating the curriculum. They discuss study techniques that work (and don’t work) in the basic sciences. We also discuss being integrated with DO students for basic sciences, the benefits of a class of 40, how they “recharge” between exams, and settling living in Arizona.
Dr. Jensen and the students also emphasize the flexibility of podiatry in terms of work-life balance. They mention that podiatry can be family-friendly, which is a positive aspect for those seeking a career that allows them to prioritize their personal life. Furthermore, they note that podiatry offers the opportunity to have a private practice and be involved in the business side of medicine, giving podiatrists the freedom to shape their careers and have control over their professional path.
We are going to follow this group quarterly to document their academic journey at the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine! In this episode, the students also discuss the advantages of interprofessional relationships and communication among students in various programs. They note that it promotes parity and communication among different disciplines, allowing students to interact and learn about different specialties. The seamless integration of different programs is highlighted, as professors may not even be aware of which program a student belongs to. Dr. Jensen and the students agree that interprofessional relationships help students work toward the common goal of helping patients. They also mention that the presence of students from different programs creates a vibrant community of healthcare professionals.
Tune in for the first episode with these students as we follow this group quarterly to document their academic journey at the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine!