Dean’s Chat Host, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen, is joined by Dr. Jeffrey Page. Dr. Page has a storied career in Podiatric Medical Education! He was the Dean of the California College of Podiatric Medicine and founded the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine. He served as Chief of Podiatry at the Carl T. Hayden Veterans’ Administration Medical Center where he was also the Residency Director. His missionary work around the country and world with his beautiful wife, Kris, is discussed at length. A great discussion with one of the foremost educators in the profession!
In this episode of Dean’s Chat, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen interviews Dr. Jeffrey Page, a renowned leader in podiatric medicine. Dr. Page shares his impressive career journey, from his education at the California College of Podiatric Medicine to his role as Chief of the Podiatry Section at the Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center. Dr. Jensen expresses his gratitude for Dr. Page’s mentorship and discusses their long-standing professional relationship. Tune in for an insightful conversation about the world of podiatric medicine.
Dr. Page discusses his leadership style, which he describes as a servant leader. He believes in leading by example and is committed to not asking others to do anything that he is not willing to do themselves. Dr. Page emphasizes the importance of demonstrating genuine interest and care for those he works with, including staff, faculty, and students. He firmly believes that authentic interest and a desire for others to succeed are crucial for effective leadership.
Furthermore, Dr. Jensen and Dr. Page highlight their dedication to facilitating faculty development and helping individuals grow and improve, even if it means they ultimately leave for bigger and better opportunities. They firmly believe in providing positive reinforcement and feedback to encourage people to reach their full potential and not settle for mediocrity.
Dr. Jensen discusses the significance of recognizing and nurturing individuals’ unique talents and skill sets. He acknowledges that everyone possesses different abilities and tendencies, and it is essential to challenge individuals to step out of their comfort zones and explore new areas. Dr. Jensen acknowledges that people often gravitate towards what they are comfortable with, but he firmly believes in pushing individuals to take a leap of faith and discover their potential in other domains.
Dr. Jensen and Dr. Page find great fulfillment in witnessing students succeed and grow in their careers and personal development. They mention that one of the most rewarding aspects of being involved in podiatric medical education is observing students evolve into caring and capable providers. Dr. Jensen and Dr. Page believe in fostering growth and development at all levels, including staff, faculty, administration, and students.