In this must-listen episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor sits down with Mike Harvey, Director of Clinical Operations at Forte Sports Medicine and Orthopedics, to explore the expanding role of Physician Assistants (PAs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs) in orthopedic practices. With over 20 years of hands-on experience as a PA and a background as an athletic trainer, Mike shares his career journey and how he’s helping reshape orthopedic care through team-based models, regenerative medicine, and clinical leadership.
This episode offers tactical insights for healthcare professionals, practice administrators, executives, and recruiters looking to understand how advanced practice providers are driving efficiency, improving access, and supporting scalable care delivery in orthopedic settings.
Whether you're managing a private practice, scaling an MSO, or preparing for future workforce needs, this conversation delivers real-world lessons on clinical integration, practice growth, and strategic leadership in modern musculoskeletal care.
Key Takeaways:
Episode Highlights:
00:50 Meet Mike Harvey: PA-C and Clinical Leader
01:34 From Athletic Trainer to Orthopedic Operations
04:07 Key Changes in the Orthopedic Care Landscape
05:58 The Power of Team-Based Patient Management
08:58 APPs in Surgery: Scope, Skills & Scalability
16:05 Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and Non-Operative Care
23:52 Business Acumen in Clinical Operations
32:45 Career Growth Tips for APPs and New Clinicians
39:32 Final Thoughts
Keywords:
PAs and NPs in orthopedics,
Physician Assistants in surgery,
Orthopedic practice models,
Regenerative medicine in musculoskeletal care,
Clinical leadership in private practice,
Mid-level providers in orthopedics,
Healthcare recruiter podcast,
APP workforce development,
Ortho clinical operations,
PA career advancement,
Advanced practice providers in sports medicine,
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