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April 07, 2026 #8,242  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
Brucato Foot & Ankle Surgery Opens in Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
Parsippany-Troy Hills has a new option for foot and ankle care. Brucato Foot & Ankle Surgery recently opened its third location in the township, expanding a practice that has built a loyal following in Clifton and Hackensack over the past several years. The practice was founded in 2019 by Maryellen Brucato, DPM in Clifton. Her partner joined the team in 2020, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic — a challenging time for any medical practice.
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In 2022, Brucato Foot & Ankle Surgery opened its Hackensack location, and with a team now four doctors strong, the practice began looking west. Parsippany-Troy Hills was the natural next step. Brucato Foot & Ankle Surgery has wasted no time getting engaged in the local community. The practice is already participating in the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce’s Juice Up Your Morning networking events, and has reached out to local police departments and health events to set up informational booths.
Source: Anikait Sota, Parsippany Focus [4/4/26]
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Several times a week, PM News posts an entire article from a recent issue of our partner, Podiatry Management Magazine. Please note that the views expressed in Podiatry Management Magazine do not necessarily reflect the views of PM News or Barry Block.
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| 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.
7: Patient attitudes toward AI are more complicated than they appear.
Research suggests patient openness to AI in healthcare varies considerably by context and is not universally positive. A 2025 study published in JAMA Network Open found that patients actually preferred AI-generated portal message responses on quality measures but reported lower satisfaction once they knew AI was involved.
Separately, a national survey found U.S. adults generally hold low expectations for benefits from AI in healthcare, with trust in their physician as a stronger driver of comfort than AI itself. What the research consistently supports is that transparency matters: Most patients want to know when AI is being used in their care and how. Make disclosure part of your practice workflow, not an afterthought.
Source: Austin Littrell, Physicians Practice [3/18/26]
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| FINANCIAL TIP OF THE DAY | |
10 Financial To-Do's for Spring
Spring is a great time to check in with your finances to make sure everything is in good order. Completing these 10 tasks might seem like a lot of work, but the payoffs are worth it.
6. Get your children's financial aid applications done
If you're counting on your college-age kids receiving financial aid for the upcoming academic year, complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application if they're looking for federally funded direct student loans, or their CSS/Financial Aid Profile application if they wish to be considered for scholarships.
Source: David Jaeger, Kiplinger
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RE: AI and Podiatry
From: Allen M. Jacobs, DPM
There was an old toy you may recall, the magic eight ball. You would ask a question then shake the ball. An answer would then float into a window (e.g.: yes, no, or try again). I feel as though the questions I ask AI regarding the future of podiatry are a recreation of the magic eight ball. Within seconds I am given an answer. It creates in me the very same feeling-certainly more scientific but nevertheless the very same feeling.
I posed the question to AI: how do we elevate the DPM degree to the same level of respect as an MD or DO degree? Click here to read the proposed answer.
Allen M. Jacobs, DPM, St. Louis, MO
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From: Summer R. Weary, DPM
I recently migrated to NextGen EMR based on assurances that it supports podiatry. Since implementation, I have encountered multiple issues. The company’s inadequate support for podiatrists—especially regarding the new MVP MIPS pathway—is deeply disappointing. Vendors that charge substantial annual fees, including to small practices like mine, have a responsibility to provide reliable, specialty-specific support.
Small practices already face numerous challenges in today’s healthcare environment; we need partners with the integrity and resources to back us. I agree with Dr. Brody: we should use this forum and social media to raise awareness and hold vendors accountable.
Summer R. Weary, DPM, Cookeville, TN
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From: Jack Reingold, DPM
It is interesting to see the recent number of posts regarding the Good Foot Store. Whether what they have done over the last 44 years—since the first store was established—is good or bad, it is remarkable and perhaps points to a PR failure for podiatry. My experience with them goes back further than any other podiatrist because they opened their first store in 1992 in Solana Beach, a small coastal town in San Diego County, where I practiced. They even asked me if I would be their “Podiatry Director.” In spite of the promised riches, I turned them down.
This is the history as I know it, from first hand accounts. In those days, infomercials were big business, and the money was not in selling the products but in producing the commercial and selling the airtime. The founder was in that business and was looking for a product he could market, eventually deciding on an “innersole.” In the beginning, they cost a couple of hundred dollars and came in only one...
Editor's note: Dr. Reingold's extended-length letter appears here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PODIATRISTS AND BURNOUT) | |
From: Robert Kornfeld, DPM
Dr. Mankanjoula makes a very valid point about podiatrists being classified as "allied health professionals" and not physicians. I cannot help but raise my eyebrows and shake my head. This is exactly the issue that the "leaders" of the profession promised to fix back when I graduated NYCPM in 1980. Is it at all logical that almost 46 years later, the same issue still plagues podiatry?
At the same time, there are NPs in NYC opening up "Foot Care Clinics" and because of their plenary license, they have access to treat anything they choose. Clearly, the reason they are opening up in foot care is because there is a market out there. And what is the market they are moving in on? Non-surgical foot care. Why? Because this profession decided we should be surgeons first. And just to put this in perspective, I gave up surgery in...
Editor's note: Dr. Kornfeld's extended-length letter appears here.
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| OBITUARIES | |
The Passing of William Clayton "Clay" Cooper, DPM
Dr. William Clayton "Clay" Cooper, of East Sandwich, Massachusetts, has passed away at the age of 80. In his early years, Clay developed a strong work ethic while spending long days working and driving tractors on his family's apple orchard. This dedication carried throughout his life and into a distinguished career in podiatry, where he faithfully served his patients for more than 50 years.
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Dr. William Cooper |
Clay's unwavering dedication to his patients and his profession reflected a man who found deep meaning in caring for others. He will be remembered as a brother, husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, known affectionately as Papa, Poppy, and Captain.
Source: Legacy.com
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Isn't this shoe fantastic? |
Source: Tineke Gysel via Virtual Shoe Musuem
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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
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
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTH TEXAS
Seeking highly skilled, motivated, & ethical Associate. With two established locations, our fast-paced, high-volume practice delivers exceptional patient care & continues to expand. Competitive salary, performance-based bonus structure, & comprehensive benefits. Candidates at all experience levels from experienced to upcoming graduates to be considered. Please submit CV to equach@mcallenfootcenter.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 - 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 - 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
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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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
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
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