Dean's Chat is providing bonus episodes interviewing students from the Schools and Colleges of Podiatric Medicine. This week we are joined by three students from the Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery (DMU-CPMS); Elizabeth Gajardo-Stitt, Stephani Honzura, and Pranati Chitta. Pranati represents the class of 2026 and Elizabeth and Stephani represent the class of 2025. All represent the American Podiatric Medical Students Association (APMSA) within the DMU-CPMS.

Join our discussions on the podiatric journey our students are embarking on at the various schools. Students share their path to discovering podiatric medicine, to applying to what is now eleven schools and colleges of podiatric medicine. We do some professor shout-outs and discuss student services, extracurricular activities, and student life at each school. In this episode of Dean's Chat, the students share their educational experiences and offer insights for prospective students considering attending the Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery.

In this episode of Dean's Chat, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen interviews three students from the Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery. Stephanie Hanzura, Elizabeth Guajardo-Stitt, and Pran Chheda discuss their experiences and the American Podiatric Medical Students Association (APMSA). They also explain what podiatric medicine entails, including the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of foot and leg disorders. This episode provides valuable insights for prospective students considering a career in podiatric medicine.

The students share their rewarding experiences as a podiatrist. One student emphasizes the profound impact even small actions, such as clipping patients' toenails or assisting with putting on their socks and shoes, can have on their lives. Witnessing this healing power of podiatry inspired her and reinforced her passion for the field. She learned from her mentor that when she pursues what she loves, her positive energy will reflect in her patients' interactions.

Dr. Jensen and the students discuss how many students who shadow podiatric doctors notice their genuine happiness and contentment with their profession. This can be attributed to the wide range of options and specialties within podiatric medicine. Doctors tend to gravitate towards areas they enjoy and excel in, leading to a sense of fulfillment and satisfaction in their work.

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