In the final episode of Season 2, Bryan is chatting with Foot Solutions customer, Kay Malcolm. As a wife, mother, and business woman, Kay Malcolm does it all. She also puts many miles on her feet by traveling, dancing, and walking. Listen in as she chats about how Foot Solutions helped her before her big trip, advice for mothers, and how she finds her joy for life.

What You’ll Hear in this Episode:

• All about Kay’s background
• Kay’s career and her role at Oracle
• How Kay became a mentor in the corporate world
• How she stays active on her feet with walking, dancing and traveling
• Kay’s experience with Foot Solutions and how she found help before her big trip
• Kay’s love for life and advice for all moms

Mentioned in this Episode:

• Kay Malcolm on Instagram
• Kay Malcolm on LinkedIn
• Foot Solutions

To be entered into a drawing to win a $100 Foot Solutions gift card, email Bryan at bryan@footsolutions.com and include Kay’s fun fact.

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Continuing with our Diabetes Awareness theme for this month, Dr. Richard Kaufman joins the show this week to discuss the importance of foot health for diabetics. Dr. Kaufman is a highly experienced and passionate podiatrist based out of Atlanta, Georgia. He is a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, a diplomat of the American Board of Wound Management, and a diplomat of the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. In this episode, Dr. Kaufmann shares valuable information on how diabetes affects the feet, how podiatrists can help, and common misconceptions around diabetes and foot health.

What You’ll Hear in this Episode:

• What inspired Dr. Kaufman’s career path
• The type of surgery Dr. Kaufman specializes in
• How bunion surgery has evolved over the years
• How does diabetes affect the feet
• Why it’s important to pay attention to your foot health as a diabetic
• Diabetes is the leading cause of non-traumatic amputations
• How often diabetics should visit a podiatrist to get their feet checked
• How podiatrists can test for neuropathy
• Common misconceptions around diabetes & foot health
• How Foot Solutions plays a role in helping diabetics
• New technology that can help diabetics
• The joy Dr. Kaufman’s feels from helping people get back on their feet

Mentioned in this Episode:

• Dr. Richard Kaufman
• Dr. Richard Kaufman on Instagram
• American Diabetes Month
• Foot Solutions

To be entered into a drawing to win a $100 Foot Solutions gift card, email Bryan at bryan@footsolutions.com and include Dr. Kaufman’s fun fact.

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On this episode of the Get Aligned podcast, Bryan is sitting down with his former NFL teammate, Kendall Simmons. Kendall is a former NFL player and 2X Super Bowl champion. Now, Kendall is an Offensive Analyst and O Line Assistant at the University of Auburn. With November being Diabetes Awareness Month, Kendall is sharing all about his battle with diabetes. Plus he discusses his experiences in the NFL and life after football. You don’t want to miss these valuable life lessons from Kendall’s inspiring story!

What You’ll Hear in this Episode:

• Why Kendall chose to play at Auburn University
• Kendall’s NFL draft day story
• Both of Kendall’s Super Bowl experiences
• Kendall’s personal experience with diabetes
• What inspired him to become an advocate for diabetes awareness
• How Kendall engages with the community to promote diabetes education and awareness
• The importance of early detection and prevention when it comes to diabetes
• How diabetes affects the feet
• Managing diabetes after being an athlete
• The importance of mental health and emotional well-being

Mentioned in this Episode:

• Kendall Simmons on Instagram
• American Diabetes Month
• Foot Solutions

To be entered into a drawing to win a $100 Foot Solutions gift card, email Bryan at bryan@footsolutions.com and include Kendall’s fun fact.

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On this episode of the Get Aligned podcast, Bryan is chatting with Christy Prewitt from the American Diabetes Association. November is Diabetes Awareness Month and Christy is sharing with us the importance of raising awareness about diabetes, events that are going on with the ADA this month, and how people can access support and guidance from the ADA if they or their loved ones are affected by diabetes.

What You’ll Hear in this Episode:

• Christy’s career path and how she ended up becoming a part of the American Diabetes Association
• An overview of the American Diabetes Association and its mission during Diabetes Awareness Month
• The importance of raising awareness about diabetes during Diabetes Awareness Month
• What’s events are going on with the American Diabetes Association this month
• How Christy would like to see the American Diabetes Association collaborate with other organizations or healthcare professionals to address the challenges posed by diabetes
• How can people access support or guidance from the American Diabetes Association if they or their loved ones are affected by diabetes?
• Future goals & areas of focus for the American Diabetes Association to continue the fight against diabetes

Mentioned in this Episode:

• Christy Prewitt on LinkedIn
• American Diabetes Association
• American Diabetes Month
• Foot Solutions

To be entered into a drawing to win a $100 Foot Solutions gift card, email Bryan at bryan@footsolutions.com and include Christy's fun fact.

Follow Foot Solutions on Instagram and find all of the show notes on our website.

Today Bryan is chatting with board certified podiatrist, Dr. Sondema Tarr. Dr. Tarr has a bachelor's degree from the New York Institute of Technology and earned her doctorate of podiatry from Kent State University. After a 3 year surgical residency in Cleveland, Ohio she now resides in Phoenix, Arizona where she opened her own practice, Direct Podiatry Arizona. Listen in as Bryan and Dr. Tarr discuss a very common foot problem: metatarsalgia, what causes it, how to prevent it, and what to do if you are experiencing pain in the ball of your foot.

What You’ll Hear in this Episode:

• What inspired Dr. Tarr’s interest in the field of footcare
• How Dr. Tarr ended up starting her practice in Arizona
• Dr. Tarr’s opinion on how high heels affect your foot health
• What is metatarsalgia?
• What causes metatarsalgia
• How to prevent metatarsalgia
• What to do if you begin experiencing pain in the ball of your foot
• How custom orthotics can help metatarsalgia
• What is a metatarsal pad and how can it help?
• Foot pain isn’t normal and there is help for you

Mentioned in this Episode:

• Dr. Sondema Tarr on Instagram
• Dr. Sondema Tarr on TikTok
• Direct Podiatry Arizona
• Direct Podiatry Arizona on Instagram
• Custom Orthotics

To be entered into a drawing to win a $100 Foot Solutions gift card, email Bryan at bryan@footsolutions.com and include Dr. Tarr’s fun fact.

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On today’s episode of the Get Aligned Podcast Bryan is chatting with April Wilson. April is a graduate of Guilford College where she obtained her bachelor's degree in sports medicine and athletic training. She is a licensed physical therapist assistant, with over 20 years of clinical experience. Now she serves as the National Clinical Educator in Foot Care for Medi USA. Listen in as April breaks down the difference between arch supports, insoles, custom orthotics, and which one is best for your feet!

What You’ll Hear in this Episode:

• What inspired April’s interest in the field of footcare
• What are arch supports?
• What are over the counter insoles?
• What is a custom orthotic?
• How long you can expect insoles to last
• How long to wear your insoles in your shoe
• Common misconceptions about the feet
• Tips & tricks to optimize your foot health
• April’s opinion on the barefoot phenomenon

Mentioned in this Episode:

• Custom Orthotics
• Foot Solutions insoles
• Medi USA
• Foot Solutions

To be entered into a drawing to win a $100 Foot Solutions gift card, email Bryan at bryan@footsolutions.com and include April’s fun fact.

Follow Foot Solutions on Instagram and find all of the show notes on our website: footsolutions.com/getaligned

On today’s episode of the Get Aligned Podcast Bryan is chatting with Dr. Kinna Patel. Dr. Patel is a board certified foot and ankle surgeon who has worked with professional sports teams and even trained with the Miami Heat team surgeons. She now owns her own practice in Smyrna, Georgia, called Sava Podiatry. Listen in as they discuss what causes ingrown toenails, how to prevent them, and so many more helpful foot facts.

What You’ll Hear in this Episode:

• What inspired Dr. Patels career path in foot health
• The most common foot injuries Dr. Patel has seen among athletes
• Why it’s important to prioritize foot health at an early age
• Ingrown toenails are the most common foot injury Dr. Patel treats
• The many causes of ingrown toenails
• What to be weary of at a nail salon
• Way to avoid ingrown toenails
• What to do if you have an ingrown toenail

Mentioned in this Episode:

• Dr. Kinna Patel's practice, Sava Podiatry
• Foot Solutions insoles
• Foot Solutions

To be entered into a drawing to win a $100 Foot Solutions gift card, email Bryan at bryan@footsolutions.com and include Dr. Patel’s fun fact.

Follow Foot Solutions on Instagram and find all of the show notes on our website: footsolutions.com/getaligned

On today’s episode of the Get Aligned Podcast Bryan is chatting with Kai Kroeger, a first-team All-American and All-SEC punter for the South Carolina Gamecocks. Listen in as Bryan and Kai chat about the importance of taking care of your feet as an athlete.

What You’ll Hear in this Episode:

• When Kai first started playing football
• Kai’s college football recruiting process
• Kai’s training schedule
• When should young athletes pay attention to their foot health
• The foot injury Kai experienced that was an eye opening moment for him
• How Kai partnered with Foot Solutions to prioritize his foot health

Mentioned in this Episode:

• Kai Kroeger
• Noene Insoles
• Foot Solutions

To be entered into a drawing to win a $100 Foot Solutions gift card, email Bryan at bryan@footsolutions.com and include Kai’s fun fact.

Follow Foot Solutions on Instagram and find all of the show notes on our website: footsolutions.com/getaligned