From Elite Ballerina to Foot Doctor | Miko Fogarty

Former ballet star Miko Fogarty shares her journey from elite performer (“First Position,” YAGP, Birmingham Royal Ballet) to a foot & ankle surgery resident specializing in podiatric medicine. Join Ballet Science Backstage for early access to videos, exclusive members-only content, community perks, and FREE access to my Adult Ballet Fundamentals Course 👉    / @ballet.science   We cover injury prevention, why dead pointe shoes raise risk, alignment tips that protect feet, knees, and hips, and how expert pointe-shoe fitting keeps dancers healthy. Plus: career transition advice, biomechanics insights, and clinician-teacher collaboration. ============================ Timestamps: ============================ 0:00 🩰 Meet Dr. Miko Fogarty: From Ballerina to Podiatrist 1:59 ✨ Miko's Ballet Journey & Career Highlights 5:45 🔄 Transitioning From Ballet to Medicine 8:38 🎓 College, Community College, and Medical Training 13:57 🦶 Common Foot Injuries in Dancers 15:33 👠 Pointe Shoes Through a Podiatrist's Lens 18:08 📏 The Importance of Proper Pointe Shoe Fitting 19:04 🤝 How Clinicians Can Better Support Dancers 21:40 🚨 Why Dancers Should Take Injuries Seriously 23:29 🧠 What Studying the Foot Taught Miko About Dance 27:50 🌱 Advice for Dancers Transitioning to New Careers 33:56 ❤️ Mental Health Support During Career Transitions 35:03 🔬 Bridging Ballet and Medicine Through Research 37:21 🏥 A Day in the Life of a Podiatry Resident 39:28 👩‍🏫 Staying Connected to Ballet Through Teaching 42:53 🌟 Final Advice and Closing Thoughts 43:16 📚 IADMS and the Future of Dance Medicine 44:13 🎧 Outro & Ballet Science Podcast Closing ============================ ⭐ Join Ballet Science Backstage ============================ Early access, exclusive videos, member-only content, community perks, and FREE access to Adult Ballet Fundamentals. Join here:    / @ballet.science   ============================ 📬 Join the Ballet Science Newsletter ============================ Get new podcast episodes, science-backed ballet tips, exclusive resources, and updates delivered directly to your inbox. 👉 Join here: https://mailchi.mp/ballet/sign-up-for... ============================ Products & Resources: ============================ 🎯 Amazon Storefront → https://www.amazon.com/shop/ballet.sc... 🎯 Stan Store → https://stan.store/balletscience ============================ Connect With Ballet Science: ============================ ⟡ Website: https://ballet.science ⟡ Instagram:   / ballet.science   ⟡ Facebook:   / ballet.science   ⟡ X: https://x.com/ballet_science ⟡ E-mail: [email protected] Ballet Science is hosted by Caroline Simpkins, Ph.D., former professional ballerina and biomechanics researcher. The podcast explores injury prevention, biomechanics, nutrition, mindset, and the science behind dance performance. #balletscience #carolinesimpkins #dancescience ============================ Filming Equipment: ============================ Microphone: https://amzn.to/494YG94 Pop Filter: https://amzn.to/3J7LYMi Mic Stand: https://amzn.to/477wqAp Prompter: https://amzn.to/47qALyP Large Key Light: https://amzn.to/3KIEn7w Small Key Light: https://amzn.to/3IJbCHg Eve Flare Light: https://amzn.to/48ICDoT Logo Photo Credit: Richard Calmes Performance Photos Provided Courtesy of Miko Fogarty Please note that some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. All proceeds are reinvested back into Ballet Science.