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Episode 10: Listen, Learn and Lead | A Clinician’s Journey to Leadership

November 25, 2025 • Urgent Care Association • Season 1 • Episode 10

In this episode, we sit down with Jake Summerford, PA-C and dive into his remarkable career journey, from his start in Urgent Care to becoming a leader within his organization. He talks candidly about leadership done right: getting your hands dirty alongside your team, stepping up before you have the title and staying grounded by listening and learning every step of the way.

Whether you're a clinician exploring Urgent Care or an aspiring leader looking for inspiration, this conversation delivers practical wisdom and powerful reminders to do things from where you are —and lead with purpose.