Welcome to this week’s episode of the Doctor’s Eyes Only podcast brought to you by Vestia Personal Wealth Advisors, where our mission is to help the highest caliber physicians achieve Wealth That Matters®. In this engaging conversation, Vestia Partner, President, and COO Brad Quick and Mike Lee, DPM, take us through Mike's unique journey in foot and ankle surgery, his entrepreneurial spirit, and evolving views on what it means to achieve Wealth That Matters®.

Mike shares how a college friendship led him to podiatry school and how his residency experience at Western Pennsylvania Hospital shaped his career. After working in Iowa and joining an orthopedic group in Des Moines, Mike became deeply involved in consulting and product development, co-founding SDI (Surgical Design Innovations). This venture, focused on creating foot and ankle implants designed by surgeons, brought valuable insights into assembling the right team, the long-term commitment of entrepreneurial ventures, and navigating the medical device industry. You will especially love when Brad and Mike talk about the “Fab Five” and also the moment Mike decided to bet on himself and his SDI Partners instead of listening to outsiders.

Mike's reflections on wealth have shifted over time. He now prioritizes relationships, being a good father and husband, and leaving a positive mark on others over pure financial success.

Key Takeaways:

1. Success in entrepreneurship, especially in medical fields, requires the right people and long-term dedication.


2. Surrounding yourself with strong mentors and partners can lead to impactful opportunities.

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For more information about Mike and SDI see links below.

https://surgicaldesigninnovations.com/

linkedin.com/in/michael-lee-a1671314

mlee@dsmcapitalortho.com

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