When Your Associate Wants to Work Less but Earn the Same

<p>What should you do when an associate podiatrist wants to reduce their workweek but keep the same salary? And how can a small podiatry practice support doctors taking family or medical leave without creating an unsustainable financial burden?</p><p>In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, Dr. Don Pelto discusses real situations involving associate compensation, reduced work schedules, and family leave. He shares how his Massachusetts practice uses percentage-based compensation and how paid family and medical leave benefits can help eligible doctors manage time away from work. Learn why compensation structure matters, how to approach these conversations thoughtfully, and why understanding your state's leave requirements is essential for protecting both your doctors and your practice.</p><p>Keywords: podiatrist associate compensation, paid family and medical leave Massachusetts, podiatry practice management, production-based physician compensation, associate podiatrist salary</p>