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10/24/2013
From: Robert Kornfeld, DPM
To limit diagnosis of hypovitaminosis D to osteopaenia patients with fractures is, as we say in Brooklyn, bass ackwards. Vitamin D has been shown to decrease insulin resistance, decrease default into chronic inflammation, silence genes of degeneration, and serve as a co-factor in many essential physiologic pathways. It is something that should be quantified at least in every patient you see who is in pain or has a family history of diabetes (or has already been diagnosed). Waiting for fractures due to bone atrophy and then looking at Vit. D levels is the exact reason why our symptom-oriented medical paradigm is failing to control the rising levels of pathology in our society.
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04/02/2026
YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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What to wear to a Seder? |
Source: Cafe Press
04/02/2026 Joan Oloff, DPM
When Did Buying Arch Supports Become a Medical Visit? (James Whelan, DPM)
I would like to thank Dr. Whelan for taking the
time to shine a light on what has become a
significant problem for many patients in my area.
There is a Good Feet Store close to where I
practice. As a result, I frequently see patients
who share their experiences in the store.
As Dr Whelan stated, the salespeople in their
stores are trained to confuse the public into
thinking they are medical professionals. These
salespeople are the sole evaluators and
“prescribers” of the treatment plan. Patients are
“prescribed” 3 OTC arch supports (which they are
told are individualized for them) and a pair of
Brooks sneakers. The total cost of this
“treatment” is $2,000. I had one lady come in to
see me and started crying in the treatment chair.
These patients are embarrassed when they realize
they were scammed.
I have no issue when a shoe store sells OTC
inserts to their customers. It is not unreasonable
to try OTC treatments before seeing a physician
for a more comprehensive evaluation. What concerns
me is this has progressed to diagnosing and
treating, inappropriately claiming to be experts
who can diagnose and prescribe treatments
(selling) to their customers. I am not anti-
retail. I grew up as the 3rd generation in the
retail shoe business. I refer many patients to
local shoe stores. Many support podiatrists in
their communities.
The Good Feet store chain is cut from a different
cloth than a shoe store. Their charges are
outrageous. By posing as medical professionals,
they will justify these outrageous costs to
consumers. They have hired an orthopedic surgeon
in my community as their marketing director. They
use her image and credentials to pretend to be in
the medical community. I had begged her to walk
away, but she chose not to. They provide
sponsorships for national medical meetings she
produces. They compensate her well.
Dr. Whelan awakened my concerns with this company.
I hope we can move forward as a profession to
address these problems we should no longer ignore.
You have my support and sincere gratitude for
revisiting this problem. I believe we may be the
only group that can effectively address and fix
this ongoing problem that continues to harm the
consumer.
Joan Oloff, DPM, Los Gatos, CA
04/02/2026
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (SUBSTANCE ABUSE & ADDICTIONS)
RE: Everyone Has a Drug of Choice
From: Rod Tomczak, DPM, MD, EdD
I wasn’t sure how to start this letter, then I decided to begin the way I’ve started thousands of other meetings, with a stammer in my voice and say, “My name is Rod Tomczak (I choose to use my last name) and I’m an addict and an alcoholic and I last used 20 years ago.” Verbalizing the self-diagnosis gets easier after the first five years or so.
Everyone, and I mean everyone, has a drug of choice. For some people it’s not alcohol or a controlled substance. It might be gambling, plastic surgery, shopping, golf, eating, sex, money, work, power, working out, the Internet, or watching TV. It’s something that too much throws your life out of balance. For the longest time, I told people my drug was Absolut. I was absolutely wrong, but I did put it before my family.
In August of 1999, I broke out in....
Editor's note: Dr. Tomczak's extended-length letter appears here.
04/02/2026
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PRIOR AUTHORIZATION)
RE: Mandated Publication of Prior Authorization Rates
From: Paul Kesselman, DPM
Yesterday's Becker Payer has a story related to mandated public posting of prior authorization issues for Medicaid, Managed Medicaid and Medicare, and CHIP plans. This includes denials rates, how often they are processed, and how often denials are overturned on appeal. The first reports are due today, March 31 under a rule finalized by Medicare in 2024. The only metric not subject to such posting are pharmaceutical denials. That means diagnostic and therapeutic tests and procedures, DME, etc.; all must have those metrics noted posted for publication.
Additionally, these carriers must process standard prior authorizations within 7 calendar days (currently 14) and urgent requests within 72 hours. Payers must provide specific reasons for the denials and communicate through their portals, faxes, email, mail, or phone. As was posted the other day, communication via fax and mail will be discontinued over the next year or so.
Paul Kesselman, DPM, Oceanside, NY
04/02/2026
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES)
RE: Celebrating the Wonderful Life of Hal Ornstein, DPM
Sunday April 26th at Howell High School Indoor Gymnasium, 405 Squankum-Yellowbrook Road, Farmingdale, NJ 07727, Doors open at 12:25 PM. Ceremony at 1 PM.
04/02/2026
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CBALL TO ACTION) - PART 1B
From: Joan Oloff, DPM
I would like to thank Dr. Whelan for taking the time to shine a light on what has become a significant problem for many patients in my area. There is a Good Feet Store close to where I practice. As a result, I frequently see patients who share their experiences in the store.
As Dr. Whelan stated, the salespeople in their stores are trained to confuse the public into thinking they are medical professionals. These salespeople are the sole evaluators and “prescribers” of the treatment plan. Patients are “prescribed” 3 OTC arch supports (which they are told are individualized for them) and a pair of Brooks sneakers. The total cost of this “treatment” is $2,000. I had one lady come in to see me and she started crying in the treatment chair. These patients are embarrassed when they realize they were...
04/02/2026
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CALL TO ACTION) - PART 1C
From: Elliot Udell, DPM
Ever since I entered podiatric medical school back in the late '70s, this argument has been with us. "What right does a non-podiatrist have to measure for, cast, and dispense foot orthotics?" For better or for worse, shoe stores, chiropractors, orthotists, and whoever else has the desire is legally allowed to dispense shoes and "arch supports."
What I find interesting (and at times nauseating) is that "The Good Feet Stores" created a business model where they charge "1500 dollars" for a set of orthotics, and their customers will not say boo. They are not even handmade for the patient.
In podiatric practices where we are highly trained to cast for and to dispense custom orthotics, we often encounter patients who will not consent to having orthotics unless their insurance pays for them. The out-of-pocket price that most of us charge is between 400 and 600 dollars and many patients will walk away. What can we do? To quote Bob Dylan, "the answer my friend is blowing in the wind."
Elliot Udell, DPM, Hicksville, NY
04/02/2026
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CALL TO ACTION) - PART 1A
From: Michael Schneider, DPM
Excellent article from Dr. Whelan. I’m retired now but recall seeing patients who have had negative experiences at “The Good Feet Store”. The advertising here in Colorado is seductive. I recommend that anyone thinking about going to these stores Google reviews and contact the Better Business Bureau. Eye opening!
Michael Schneider, DPM, Denver, CO
04/02/2026
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY
10 Things Every Practice Should Know About AI in Medical Practice
For physicians trying to separate the useful from the overhyped, the landscape of AI can feel overwhelming. These 10 points can help physicians navigate AI on their own terms.
4: Understand how your malpractice carrier handles AI.
Most major carriers have not excluded AI-related claims outright. The Doctors Company, for example, has stated publicly that it has no exclusion for AI and would defend and potentially indemnify physicians if AI played a role in a claim. That said, policy language across the industry is still evolving, and carriers are still working through how to assess AI-related risk and underwriting. Before deploying any AI tool in your practice, contact your insurer and confirm specifically how AI-related scenarios would be handled under your current coverage.
Source: Austin Littrell, Physicians Practice [3/18/26]
04/02/2026
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
CO Podiatrist Runs for a Seat on Estes Park's Town Board
The Trail-Gazette recently asked all six candidates for Estes Park town trustee questions regarding how they would, if elected, handle some of the town’s most important issues, including affordable housing, infrastructure, preserving the town’s character, and civic engagement. The six are vying for a total of four seats during an Estes Park’s municipal election on Tuesday, April 7.
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Dr. Jamie Mieras |
Candidate Jamie Mieras, DPM says, "From my early days as a junior ranger to my work today as a podiatrist supporting movement, the outdoors has always grounded me and connected me to this community. I value the way shared outdoor spaces bring people together, and I believe those spaces must remain central as we plan for the future of Estes Park. Protecting and integrating accessible green spaces is essential to maintaining the character and quality of life that make our town special."
Source: Jeffrey Bear, Estes Park Trail Gazette [3/30/26]
04/02/2026
PODIATRISTS AND BURNOUT
Burnout and Staffing Strain Hit Podiatry: NCHWA Projection
The U.S. podiatry field is confronting persistent staffing gaps as part of wider allied health shortages projected to extend through 2038. Many podiatrists face mounting burnout driven by heavy workloads, systemic pressures, and documentation demands that intrude on personal time. These combined pressures threaten both the well-being of providers and timely access to specialized foot care.
The National Center for Health Workforce Analysis (NCHWA) projects a deficit of 5,310 podiatrists. This shortage is no longer considered a temporary disruption but is expected to persist for more than a decade. The sustained lack of personnel is creating chronic strain on healthcare delivery systems. This long-term workforce gap is forcing existing clinicians to manage higher patient volumes and responsibilities, increasing the risk of overwork and burnout.
Source: MSN [3/30/26]
04/02/2026
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04/02/2026
INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE
Aussie Podiatrist Issues Warning About Biggest Mistake New Runners Make
Podiatrist Pieter Van Der Kooji ran the Toowoomba marathon in 2025 and will return this year to take on the half marathon and potentially the relay race. Van Der Kooji runs interval training on a Tuesday evening at Queens Park, as part of the Toowoomba Road Runners.
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“You know what most people do when they start running in an interval group? They compete with everyone else,” he said. “If you’ve got somebody that hasn’t run much in their life and they’re coming and they’re running with people that have run their whole life, people get through the honeymoon period, they get injured and they never come back. We try really hard to foster people for the first six weeks. “Find a beginner running program so that you don’t go too quick,” he said.
Source: Jonathan Mendelsohn, The Chronicle [3/30/26]
04/02/2026 Rod Tomczak, DPM, MD, EdD
Everyone Has a Drug of Choice
I wasn’t sure how to start this letter, then I
decided to begin the way I’ve started thousands of
other meetings, with a stammer in my voice and
say, “My name is Rod Tomczak ( I choose to use my
last name) and I’m an addict and an alcoholic and
I last used 20 years ago.” Verbalizing the self-
diagnosis gets easier after the first five years
or so.
Everyone, and I mean everyone has a drug of
choice. For some people it’s not alcohol or a
controlled substance. It might be gambling,
plastic surgery, shopping, golf, eating, sex,
money, work, power, working out, the Internet, or
watching TV. It’s something that too much throws
your life out of balance. For the longest time, I
told people my drug was Absolut. I was absolutely
wrong, but I did put it before my family.
In August of 1999, I broke out in eczematous
lesions all over my trunk and extremities like I
had rolled in poison ivy. My face and hands were
spared. The itching was unbearable and I scratched
until the lesions bled. Wearing good clothes was
virtually impossible because I would bleed
through, but my hands and face never broke out. In
late 2000, I was diagnosed with a respiratory
latex allergy after 25 years in the operating
room. My latex antibodies were 35 times normal.
This couldn’t be fixed with my own latex-free,
terminally cleaned OR. The latex was in the air in
the hospital, worse in the OR and unless the
facility was latex-free from its opening, it would
take 10 years for the atmosphere to become latex-
free once all latex materials were replaced with
latex-free products.
I turned 52 in the year 2000 and was not willing
to go on disability. I used a bottle of Celestone
IM almost every week to try and control the
symptoms. After the second anaphylactic reaction
in the OR, Ohio State told me they couldn’t
provide anesthesia for me anymore. I gained 50
pounds from the Celestone and still had a chronic
wheeze, and lesions. Ohio State had my disability
policies activated before the last day on the job.
When I went on disability, it got ugly. I suffered
my first real hangover at age 52 but that did not
deter further drinking. I developed tolerance
quickly. I had my first AM drink September 11
using the tragedy as an excuse. Soon I was getting
up at 3:00 AM to have a large drink, then get up
in the morning to a water glass of vodka. Before
long, I was trying to swallow faster than throwing
up to get rid of the shakes which were so bad, I
needed to hold the half gallon bottle with two
hands to pour a drink which I drank through a
straw so I wouldn’t spill half the glass.
I went to rehab the first time on April Fools’ Day
2002, the first of 284 rehab or detox in- patient
over nights until December 4, 2005. On or about
12/06/05, a guy in a white came to visit me in my
last detox. I’d been through this 18 times
previously. It had always been the same script,
and he would leave me with a “Big Book” and the
“12 and 12” book when he left. But this was
different.
He asked me what my drug of choice was and I
answered as I had a million times previously,
“Vodka.” “Bull****” he said. “You’re lying.” We
played this game a few times when I finally
answered, “OK, you’re so f***ing smart, you tell
me what my drug of choice is.” He answered, “Foot
surgery, podiatry.” Silence. Then I asked in a
rather vulgar way, I think, how he knew that. And
then he answered, “Because I’m you.” There seemed
to be a 9-month pregnant pause of silence.
They may have been treating me with LSD or
psylocibin, but I swear all this happened. He
said, “Let me explain. I was a young stud just out
of my general surgery trauma fellowship and I
loved it. I would take call 3 or 4 nights in a
row. Other guys loved it when I took their call,
even knowing it was illegal. I was getting no
sleep, I developed atrial fibrillation, had a
stroke, and could not rehabilitate my dominant
hand. My career was over and I did just what you
did, try to find the answer in the bottom of the
vodka bottle. When I got sober, I was young enough
to do a psychiatry residency with an addiction
fellowship, something you can’t do. So, this is
what I do now, specializing in physicians who lose
their careers and turn to the bottle.”
“So now what ?” I asked. He said, “You understand
podiatry is your drug of choice and you replaced
it with alcohol when you couldn’t practice
anymore. We need to find you another career that
you can love and you can devote yourself to. I see
you have a doctorate in medical education, a
rarity for a practicing surgeon. Do you think you
can dedicate yourself to that? He said people
told him he’s not a surgeon anymore and he should
stick to psychiatry, and they will say the same to
you, but remember, you have 25 years in the OR and
their education experience is nowhere near yours.
Tell them to stick to the OR. After that
encounter, I never had another desire to drink,
but, to be in the OR, Yes, I did have a traffic
violation that needed a court appearance. I do
have drinking dreams, but more OR dreams.
The judge in court was with one guy in the
courtroom sitting in the back. The judge said to
me, “You’re not an alcoholic. I’ve been on this
bench 25 years and you are different than anyone
I’ve ever had in front of me.” We talked a bit
then he asked me what I was going to do with my
life and I told him I had thought about law
school. He told me this was my lucky day since the
gentleman in the back of the court room was an
associate dean and in charge of disability
students at Ohio State Law School and I had just
had my interview and was pretty sure I was
accepted.
Then he asked me if I would do him a favor. He
said that professionals who go away for a DUI
weekend spend it in the infirmary watching
television. He asked if I would mind spending the
weekend in general population and then come back
to see him. I did and I did. He wondered if I
still wanted to go to law school. I told him I
thought I should stay in podiatry and he said,
“Good choice, they’re lucky to have you.”
For the next 12 years or so, I spent my time
between the Caribbean, Saudi Arabia, and getting a
shoulder, both hips and my left knee replaced. I
still needed my right knee replaced which I did
then COVID hit hardest. My knee got infected and
since late 2020. I have been relegated to a
LazyBoy. It’s ironic since the inventor of LazyBoy
was a patient of mine in the late 1970s before I
went to Des Moines to teach at the podiatry school
for 10 years. I became a full professor and chair
of the surgical review committee and university
(DO, DPM, DPT) curriculum committees. I went to
Ohio State University where I was a full-time
faculty member and chairman of the MD Curriculum
Committee, started a 3-year podiatry residency, a
member of ACGME and vice president of Ohio State
University Department of Orthopaedics, and a
member of the trauma committee. I was the only
podiatrist for the 30,000 faculty, staff and their
families as a DPM. As a DPM, not an MD or DO.
So how does all this fit into addiction? I went to
a lot of meetings and have many sponsees, DPM, MD,
RNs, etc. A sponsee is a person who is sponsored,
most commonly referring to someone in 12-Step
recovery programs (like AA or NA) receiving
guidance from a mentor. Modern theories tell us
there is usually a sentinel occurrence that wipes
away the addict’s self-esteem. It is a form of
abuse. For me it was the loss of the ability to
practice podiatry at Ohio State in the OR or
clinic and I couldn’t handle it. This leads to
modern theories of recovery.
I have been pretty successful with my sponsees,
but several months ago I delivered the eulogy for
the former administrator of the orthopedic
department at OSU. She was 24 when she finished
her MBA and Masters of HCA from Xavier University.
She relapsed when home alone, ruptured her
esophageal varices, and bled out. Her Labrador
Retriever remained by her side for the 3 days it
took to find her. I delivered the eulogy from a
wheelchair, where I’m confined when I leave the
house. I broke down during the eulogy. She was
addicted to her job and used red wine to cope with
the stress.
New addiction theorists tell patients they need to
go away to a safe place and get sober, figure out
why they have to drink or use, then fix it.
Sometimes the old 12-step program isn’t necessary,
but to those people who fight their addiction
every day and go to 15 meetings a week, there is
no other way to get sober. It’s easier to go to
all those meetings than practice introspection.
Some of us remember the old poster of the cat
hanging by its claws from the wall with the
caption, “Just hang in there, Baby.” They don’t
drink, claim to be clean and use themselves or an
elite few as examples as to why the old method
works and shouldn’t be changed. Are they
healthy, are they sober and are they happy?
Younger generations tend to gravitate toward
fixing the incident that ravaged their self-esteem
and come to terms with it.
Biff Kramer told me in the 1980s I’d become an
alcoholic the first time he met me. It wasn’t
because I loved podiatry, but because I loved it
too much to the detriment of a healthy balance.
It’s like now, I have no opinion about alcohol,
good or bad until it becomes more important than
other things which should be crucial in your life.
I thought I was the happiest when I devoted 65
hours a week to podiatry and the university
setting. My first OSU contract said a minimum of
50 hours a week. Both daughters told me they did
not want that lifestyle so they opted for other
health professions. But is that what it takes to
be successful in our profession and once we have
achieved and are addicted to it, what happens when
we lose it? Do DPMs have to work harder, go to 15
meetings a week to get to the University of
Alabama or Georgetown? Is it worth it? Once you
get addicted to elevated self-esteem, what happens
if you lose it?
Rod Tomczak, DPM, MD, EdD, Columbus, OH
04/02/2026
CLASSIFIED ADS - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE
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ESTABLISHED very unique NON-SURGICAL PODIATRY PRACTICE AVAILABLE – CAMBRIDGE, MA
Well-established non-surgical podiatry practice available in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Excellent referral sources with a strong, stable patient base. 75% young population of foot & ankle pathology & 25% DM foot care. Low overhead and efficient office operations make this an ideal solo practice. Consistent patient flow with opportunity for continued growth. Perfect for a podiatrist seeking autonomy, lifestyle balance, and a turnkey practice in a highly desirable location. For more information, contact: emostone@aol.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - BROCKTON, MASSACHUSETTS
Busy, modern and successful. 80 new patients/ month and totaling 6500K visits/year. 2150 ft2. Established 1985. Near hospitals, surgery and wound care center. Digital x-ray, certified EHR, laser. DMEs, in-house billing. Accepting all insurances. Great opportunity and growth potential. Owner is willing to stay as long as necessary. Contact drwaw54@aol.com
04/02/2026
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WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP – NEW YORK
CPME APPROVED 12 month fellowship, located at St. John's Episcopal Hospital in Queens, New York. Hospital and clinic environment, with onsite hyperbaric medicine. The wound care fellowship position pays a 6 figure salary for the year, with benefits. Please contact or jtfootcare@gmail.com. EOE employer.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - VANCOUVER, CANADA
Busy, well-established practice looking for motivated podiatrist with excellent clinical and people skills. 2 office locations. CASH PAY. Lots new patients monthly. Huge growth potential. Practice allows great work-life balance. NO CALLS. Competitive pay structure and sign-on bonus. Non-Canadian, new graduate, experienced DPM applicants welcome. Email CV to podiatryvancouver@gmail.com
FULL-TIME PODIATRIST – NEW JERSEY
Well-established, multi-location New Jersey podiatry practice seeks a motivated, compassionate full-time Doctor to join our growing team. We offer competitive six-figure compensation (minimum $215,000+), a sign-on bonus, end-of-year bonus, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), paid time off, paid malpractice coverage, and a 401(k). Excellent opportunity for both experienced podiatrists and recent graduates to thrive in a high-volume, office-based setting. Expand your clinical skills in a supportive, professional environment. Please send your CV. to DPMcareer@PodiatryCenterNJ.com
PT AND FT MOBILE POSITIONS- ORLANDO, TAMPA, FT. MYERS, JAX, PANHANDLE
Responsible DPM/NP/PA team players. Home visits, ILF/ALF/Rehab. Paid travel. No call. No ER. Half days or 9-5. Weekends optional. Autonomy. Potential commission up to $230K+/yr based on availability and performance. Serious FL licensed applicants email contact@PodiatristAtHome.com
FULL-TIME ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST – WESTERN NY
Join a thriving practice in Batavia, NY. We are seeking a dedicated podiatrist with surgical experience to join our growing practice. We offer a supportive environment, modern facility, a strong referral base and immediate volume. Competitive salary, health insurance, 401k, and malpractice coverage provided. Email CV to rdifilippo@bataviafootcarecenter.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MARYLAND
Thriving podiatry practice with 3 office locations seeking highly motivated and reliable full-time associate. Candidate must be board eligible, residency with RRA preferred. Great work environment with strong support staff. Competitive compensation, benefits package, and generous sign-on bonus offered. Please email CV to: careers@mynewfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MANHATTAN PODIATRY OFFICE
Boutique, patient-centered podiatry practice on NYC’s Upper East Side seeks a board-certified/board-eligible podiatrist. Ideal for an early-career physician seeking mentorship, flexibility, and excellent work-life balance while providing high-quality foot and ankle care in a supportive environment. Seeking a personable, professional, and presentable doctor. Competitive compensation. Email: admin@airepodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN OREGON
Well established Southern Oregon podiatry practice of three surgeons is seeking an Associate Podiatric Surgeon with path to full partnership. Scope: Complete podiatric care, foot/ankle surgery, sports medicine, regenerative medicine, wound care, general podiatry. Modern clinic near a regional medical center. Competitive pay, incentives, mentorship, work-life balance. telwood@activefoot.org
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST OPPORTUNITIES – MULTIPLE STATES
US Foot & Ankle Specialists (USFAS), the nation's largest podiatric group, is hiring! We have immediate and future openings in DE, PA, MD, MO, NC, OH, VA, WA, & WV—ideal for doctors ready now or upcoming graduates. Join a team committed to advanced technology, top-tier care, and long-term growth. Must be licensed or in process. Email cover letter and resume to: recruiting@us-fas.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW JERSEY
Looking for a podiatrist, part-time or full time, to service nursing homes in NJ with possibility to work in office for the right person. looking to start ASAP. Please email resume to ghcp@globalhealthcarepartner.com. Days and Hours are flexible. Good compensation.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTHEST FLORIDA
Excellent opportunity for a well-rounded, surgically trained podiatrist to join a well-established, multi-faceted practice with over 35 years of service in sunny Southwest Florida. Our practice features multiple office locations and a collaborative team of four practicing podiatrists. Position offers a clear and attractive path to partnership, with senior partner(s) anticipating retirement within the next few years. A competitive salary, bonus structure, and comprehensive benefits package are offered. Interested candidates email: FOOTDOCFM@AOL.COM
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – AL, AZ, CO, GA, IA, IL, KS, LA, MO, MS, NE, OK, TN & UT
Aria Care Partners is seeking Mobile Podiatrists to work 1-2 days/week in skilled nursing facilities. You will have autonomy and focus on clinical care while we take care of all scheduling and billing. Guaranteed daily base rate plus competitive compensation. Electronic charting and all equipment provided. Make a true difference in an under-served population. New graduates or experienced practitioners are welcome! Email CV to: kcampbell@aria.care
STEP INTO YOUR BEST CAREER YET! – NASHVILLE, TN
Tired of the same old grind? Join our thriving practice where we treat our team like family and our patients like VIPs. We’re looking for a rockstar Podiatrist who’s ready to heal soles and make a real impact. • Top-tier pay & benefits • Cutting-edge tech • Zero burnout culture. Ready to put your best foot forward? Apply now! Send CV to Hanyi@cefootandankle.com
FULL-TIME ASSOCIATE- COOKEVILLE, TENNESSEE
Seeking full-time BQ/BC DPM. Clinic based podiatrist position with privileges available at local hospital and surgery center. Well rounded practice with good referral base. Outdoorsy, family-friendly area situated between Nashville and Knoxville. Percentage based pay, health insurance stipend. Must be kind and an effective communicator. Email your CV to drweary@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SAN FRANCISCO EAST BAY
Join our multi-office practice. Must have great people skills, bedside manner, and positive demeanor. Must work well with staff and local medical community. Prefer private practice experience. California license required. Send CV and cover letter to: ebpod2008@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FT/PT - CHARLESTON, SC AREA
Multi-location podiatry group with excellent work life balance, ideal for family focused individual. FT Position – $150K or competitive PT position. Board Elig/Cert required. Please send letter of interest and CV to charlestonpodiatry@yahoo.com or text 803-614-0694.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SAVANNAH, GA
seeking surgery BC/BQ podiatrist to join our team. The podiatry void in our rapidly growing area can maximize success for a motivated physician (four docs recently left the area). Email inquiry with CV to thomaslegacki@gmail.com, call or text at 276-620-4772.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - VIRGINIA
Growing Podiatry practice is seeking a high energy associate interested in providing care to multi senior living facilities as well as the opportunity for working into a partnership. Compensation is personal productivity commission based, however, please do not let that deter you! This is a busy and well established practice where, once hired, you can start seeing patients immediately. There is a $1000 sign on bonus. Please respond to : DrBob272@AOL.com
JOIN OUR TEAM – PODIATRIST OPPORTUNITY IN SOUTHEAST FLORIDA
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate podiatrist to join our thriving practice. Provide full-scope foot and ankle care in a busy outpatient setting, including conservative and procedural treatment. Collaborate with an experienced clinical and administrative team in state-of-the-art facilities with strong operational support. We offer competitive compensation (base + incentives), benefits, an established patient base, and long-term growth potential. Qualifications: DPM, ABFAS Board Qualified/Certified, eligible for Florida licensure, strong clinical judgment, and commitment to patient-centered care. Enjoy work-life balance in beautiful Southeast Florida. Email CV to: angela.d@jupiterlaser.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ARKANSAS
DPM wanted for a thriving central Arkansas practice. Office location already well established. You will be a colleague, not an Associate. Immediate opening. Arkansas is STILL a great place to practice. Looking for a long-term arrangement. Email: raddpm@gmail.com with DPM position in the subject line.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LAS VEGAS, NV
Full-time podiatrist position with well-established practice in Las Vegas. Any experience level is welcome. Competitive compensation and benefits. No mandatory call required. Text (847) 830-7378. E-mail CV to citadeljones@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW HAVEN COUNTY, CT
Well established multi-location podiatry practice seeking full time associate to join us in July 2026.Candidate should be personable, highly motivated and possess strong surgical and clinical skills. Competitive six figure salary and benefit package with bonus opportunities. Send CV to manager@milfordpodiatry.com
SSOCIATE POSITION - TEXAS
Well-established growing podiatry practice with multiple locations seeking to hire a full-time podiatrist in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area. Competitive salary with bonus opportunities, PTO, CME stipend, malpractice coverage, and sign-on bonus. Candidate should be aligned with our core values: God-honoring, excellence, integrity, innovative, community-impacting, respect, and kindness. Email CV to tania@turnkeymd.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTHERN VIRGINIA - FULL TIME/PART TIME
Full time position available in Northern Virginia. Part time acceptable. Salary plus bonus and benefits. Email CV to: krpsgold@cox.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW YORK, NY
Podiatrist position available. Highly competitive salary with bonus structure. Recent grads graduating this year in July welcome to apply. Send CV to toetalpodiatrynyc@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION FULL TIME- BOYNTON BEACH, FL
Full schedule from day one. Good variety of pathology, seasoned staff and ancillaries including MRI, US, Vein Services, CT, Pathology, etc. Excellent for surgical boards cases. Competitive salary/ productivity bonus/ benefits. Highly desirable community. Long-term opportunity. FL License required. Bilingual and ABFAS/ ABPM BQ/BC preferred. Please send cover letter and CV to alopez@certifiedfoot.com
ASSOCIATE OR NURSE PRACTITIONER POSITION - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Very busy, well-established, group practice is seeking to add a full-time associate. Candidate must be very hard-working and ethical with good surgical training and having completed a minimum of 24 month residency. Applicant must be at least board qualified. Competitive salary and benefits. E-mail CV to llfootankle@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - DENVER COLORADO
Busy multi-doctor, well established, podiatry practice with 2 locations looking for a full time doctor. All phases of podiatry. Looking for compassionate, driven, hardworking individual. Looking for a team player. Generous benefits. Please forward CV and cover letter to Nvalenti0@gmail.com
FACULTY POSITION – NYCPM AT TOURO UNIVERSITY
NYCPM of Touro University seeks an Assistant Professor, Clinical Surgery for the Department of Surgery. Must be board certified, have a NYS license and a current DEA Certificate. This position teaches surgery and podiatric medicine to 3rd and 4th year podiatric medical students. Duties include patient care, student education, live lectures in classrooms and patient settings, including workshops, webinars and seminars. Candidates will participate in scholarly service activities within the College community and work collaboratively with faculty, students, staff and administration. Prior teaching experience strongly recommended. Salary range $114,240-$142,800. Complete application (including proof of board certification)
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