Dr. Joel Foster is a highly respected podiatrist and double board-certified surgeon based in Lee's Summit, Missouri. Whether he's treating sports injuries, addressing chronic conditions like diabetic foot care, or performing advanced surgical procedures, Dr. Foster is passionate about delivering personalized care that gets his patients back on their feet—literally!
Today, we'll talk about his journey, his approach to patient care, and why he's chosen to go the "Direct Care" route. We'll also be joined by one of Foster's very own, John Spare, who works with Dr. Foster on his marketing, website, and SEO. Let's dive in!
0:00 Preview - Get Well, Not Bogged Down
1:23 Introduction
2:51 Joel's Origin Story
3:43 The Insurance Problem
8:22 The Direct Care Solution
12:28 How We Were Conditioned
13:36 A Real World Example
16:10 Educating the People
18:54 The Value of Marketing
23:17 Get Well, Not Bogged Down
25:34 Social Proof Changes Minds
27:48 Starting Direct Care is Hard
30:34 People Like Direct Care
33:23 Work With Those Who Get It
43:00 Wrap Up
Dr. Foster has developed a practice that puts patient care at the forefront of its operations. From custom orthotics to foot surgery, you get the medical treatment that is right for you, not your insurance. He's able to provide this level of quality care through a direct pay structure instead of working with insurance companies. Long-term, this saves you money and allows for a more prosperous medical industry designed around the people and not the corporations.
- Tom Foster of Foster Web Marketing
- Dr. Joel Foster of Joel D Foster DPM PC
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