338 - Shaping the Future of Podiatry with Kyle Richardson

In this episode of the Podiatry Legends Podcast, Tyson Franklin sits down with Kyle Richardson,

owner of FNQ Podiatry and Orthotics in Cairns.

Kyle shares his journey from growing up in the Atherton Tablelands, to moving to Brisbane

for podiatry and sports, and eventually returning to Cairns to set up his own successful

practice.

They discuss the challenges and rewards of building a business, the importance of

mentorship and professional growth, and their shared passion for elevating the podiatry

profession. Kyle emphasizes the need for new graduates to seek out quality mentorship,

be curious, and work hard to ensure a successful career. Join them for an insightful

conversation about the future of podiatry and the steps every podiatrist can take to

improve the profession. 00:00 Welcome to the Podiatry Legends Podcast 00:09 Meet Kyle Richardson: From Hockey to Podiatry 00:19 Kyle's Journey to Cairns 01:33 Choosing Podiatry Over Other Careers 03:22 Moving Back to Cairns: The Best Decision 07:52 The Broad Scope of Podiatry 11:53 Early Career Challenges and Growth 15:30 Setting Up FNQ Podiatry and Orthotics 17:36 Business Rivalry and Resilience 18:09 Setting Up a Clinic: Overcoming Competition 18:41 Raising the Bar for Podiatry 19:23 Professional Relationships and Mentorship 20:55 Challenges for New Graduates 25:49 Promoting Podiatry Profession 33:24 Future of Podiatry 37:51 Final Thoughts and Advice

If you have any questions about this episode, you can email me at tf@tysonfranklin.com or

Kyle at kyle@fnqpodiatry.com.au