Ep. 59 - Andrew Meyr, DPM, FACFAS - Temple University/Residency Director/ACFAS/AACPM

Dean’s Chat host, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen, is joined by Dr. Andrew Meyr from Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Meyr, DPM FACFAS is a Professor in the Department of Podiatric Surgery at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. He is also Director of the Temple University Hospital Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency Program. Clinically, Dr. Meyr is the Director of Temple University Hospital Limb Salvage.
Dr. Meyr received his Bachelor of Science, Exercise Physiology from the University of Florida, Gainesville, FL. He received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Meyr completed his residency training at Inova Fairfax Hospital Podiatric Surgical Residency Program in Falls Church, VA.
In this episode, Dr. Jensen and Dr. Meyr discuss Dr. Meyr’s interests in various roles in the field of podiatry, including his work as a residency director and member of professional boards. They also engage in a thoughtful discussion about the importance of well-being, meditation, and stress reduction in the field of medicine. They both recognize the growing significance of these practices across all areas of healthcare and emphasize the need for their integration into medical care.
Dr. Meyr shares his personal experience with meditation, specifically Zen meditation, as a means of relaxation and rejuvenation. He reveals that he dedicates time to meditate at least once a week, typically in the evenings. Additionally, he highlights the role of exercise in his well-being routine, striving to engage in physical activities such as running four to five times a week.
The conversation also delves into the responsibility of healthcare professionals to prioritize their well-being and actively participate in stress-reducing activities. Dr. Meyer acknowledges that not everyone may have the inclination or inclination to adopt these practices, but for those who do, it is crucial to make them a priority. He expresses gratitude for his ability to take time off for meetings and volunteer work, as he believes it is his duty to contribute to the advancement of the medical field.
A prolific author and researcher, Dr. Meyr has published two books, 10 chapters and 108 original maunuscripts/indexed publications. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term... Dr. Meyr has eclectic interests; he is the curator for the Shoe Museum, a fan of art, French literature, and Dunkin Donuts coffee.
Dr. Meyr is extremely creative, check out his original art at www.podiatricart.weebly.com -“Osteology_1” series (2020) -“Osteology_2” series (2020) -“DMO Sun” series (2020) -“Second Ray Flower” series (2020) -“Isaac’s First” (2020) -“After Heel Strike” (2020) -“Across the Cycle” (2020) -“Weight Reception” (2020) -“Sagittal Splatter” (2020) -“Practice” (2020) -“Foot Doc” (2020) -“Ex Fix Eiffel” (2020) -“Ex Fix Leaning Tower of Pisa” (2020) -“Ex Fix Washington Monument” (2020) -“Ex Fix Egyptian Pyramid” (2020) -“Ex Fix Louvre day” (2020) -“Ex Fix Louvre_night” (2020) -“Ex Fix St. Louis Arch” (2020) -“Ex Fix Stonehenge” (2020) -“Ex Fix Buddha” (2020) -“Ex Fix Man Celebrating on the Philadelphia Museum of Art Steps” (2020) -“Ex Fix Men Walking Across a London Road” (2020) -“Ex Fix Colored Interlocking Rings” (2020)
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