Dr. Hope Jacoby is a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine specializing in advanced wound care and foot and ankle surgery in the Dallas–Fort Worth area. Her path into medicine started early through sports. Growing up in Jacksonville, Florida, she played volleyball, tennis, and softball and developed a strong interest in movement, recovery, and performance.
She graduated magna cum laude from Nease High School before attending the University of Florida, where she earned a degree in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology. During college, she worked as a student athletic trainer and served on the support staff for the 2006 Florida Gators National Championship football team. She later gained sports medicine experience working within the Los Angeles Dodgers’ minor league system.
Dr. Jacoby went on to attend Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine in Miami, graduating with honors. She later completed a three-year surgical and medical residency at West Houston Medical Center in Houston, Texas, where she served as Chief Resident.
Today, she is the owner and operator of Texas Wound Pros and Foot and Ankle Pros. Her work focuses on chronic wounds, diabetic foot care, reconstructive surgery, and restoring mobility for patients with complex lower-extremity conditions.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Jacoby enjoys tennis, travel, and staying active. She has visited all 50 U.S. states and more than 20 countries. She continues to approach both medicine and life with the same mindset: stay disciplined, stay curious, and keep moving forward.
What is your typical day, and how do you make it productive?
Most days start early. I usually review surgical schedules, patient charts, and wound care cases before the clinic opens. Once the day begins, it moves quickly through patient visits, procedures, follow-ups, and staff coordination across locations. I stay productive by keeping a structure around the day. I rely heavily on scheduling systems and organized notes. I also try to make decisions as they come up instead of letting small tasks pile up.
How do you bring ideas to life?
I start by simplifying the idea. In medicine, complicated systems usually fail if they are difficult to repeat consistently. If I think something can improve patient care or workflow, I test it on a small scale first. Then I adjust based on the results. Most good ideas improve through repetition and refinement.
What’s one trend that excites you?
Regenerative medicine is very interesting to me right now. The ability to support healing in chronic wounds and complex injuries continues to improve. I think we are moving toward more personalized treatment approaches instead of one-size-fits-all care.
What is one habit that helps you be productive?
Prepare the night before. Even something as simple as reviewing the next day’s cases ahead of time can make for a smoother morning. Small preparation removes unnecessary stress.
What advice would you give your younger self?
Do not confuse being busy with making progress. Early in my career, I thought saying yes to everything was the best way to grow. Over time, I learned that focus matters more.
Tell us something you believe almost nobody agrees with you on?
I think recovery is often underestimated in healthcare and in life generally. People admire constant productivity, but recovery is what allows long-term performance. Athletes understand that better than most industries.
What is the one thing you repeatedly do and recommend everyone else do?
Pay attention early. Most medical problems become harder when ignored. That applies to health, business, and relationships, too.
When you feel overwhelmed or unfocused, what do you do?
I simplify the day. I focus on the next important task instead of the entire list. I also try to move physically, even if it is just going for a walk or playing tennis. Physical movement helps reset my thinking.
What is one strategy that has helped you grow your business or advance in your career?
Consistency. Patients remember consistency more than anything else. If people know they will receive thorough care, clear communication, and reliable follow-up, trust builds naturally over time.
What is one failure in your career, how did you overcome it, and what lessons did you take away from it?
Early on, I underestimated how difficult managing operations could be while practicing medicine full-time. Opening and running a multi-site practice requires systems and delegation. I learned that leadership is not about controlling every detail. It is about building processes that continue working consistently.
What is one business idea you’re willing to give away to our readers?
I think there is room for more preventative mobility clinics focused on aging adults before injuries happen. Many people only seek treatment after mobility loss starts affecting daily life.
What is one piece of software that helps you be productive? How do you use it?
I rely heavily on electronic medical record systems because organization is critical in healthcare. I also use shared scheduling platforms to coordinate clinical operations and patient follow-up across locations.
Do you have a favorite book or podcast you’ve gotten a ton of value from and why?
I’ve always appreciated books and podcasts that focus on resilience, leadership, and decision-making under pressure. One book that stayed with me is When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi. It is thoughtful, honest, and reminds you how closely medicine and humanity are connected. I also enjoy The Mel Robbins Podcast because it talks openly about discipline, mindset, and handling pressure in everyday life. Medicine can be mentally demanding, so I value conversations that are practical and grounded.
What’s a movie or series you recently enjoyed and why?
I recently enjoyed the series Lessons in Chemistry. I related to the main character’s determination and professionalism in a male-dominated environment. The story is not really about science alone. It is about persistence, confidence, and moving forward even when people underestimate you. I think many women in medicine and leadership roles can understand that experience.
Key learnings
- Consistency and structure often create better long-term results than intensity alone.
- Early intervention can prevent larger problems in both healthcare and business.
- Strong systems allow professionals to balance growth with quality care.
- Recovery and rest are essential parts of long-term performance and leadership.
- Clear communication and reliable follow-up build trust over time.