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The Voice of Podiatrists
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December 13, 2025 #8,165  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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PM News will not be publishing the week of December 22, 2025. We will resume publishing on December 29, 2025.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
CT Podiatrist Uses Spray-on Skin Transplantation
According to Andrew Rice, DPM, "One of the most transformative technologies I’ve encountered is autologous spray-on skin transplantation — a technique that’s not only innovative but deeply personal in its approach to healing. The process begins with harvesting a small section of the patient’s own skin — just 1 centimeter by 1 centimeter. From that tiny sample, we’re able to generate a sprayable suspension of skin cells that can be applied directly to wounds. It’s a remarkable way to accelerate healing while minimizing trauma to the donor site."
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"This technique is especially effective for acute partial-thickness thermal burns in adults. When paired with meshed autografts, it also shows great promise in treating full-thickness burns in both pediatric and adult patients. But its applications go far beyond burns. We’re using it to treat full-thickness skin injuries caused by traumatic avulsion, degloving, and surgical excision following necrotizing soft tissue infections or skin cancer removal. For patients 15 and older, it’s proving to be a game-changer," says Dr. Rice.
Source: Bozeman Daily Chronicle [12/9/25]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
AZ Podiatrist Honored By High School
Hillcrest High School has long inspired excellence in both professional achievement and community service. Jeff Page, DPM (class of 1969) exemplifies this enduring legacy. He was recently honored as distinguished alumni by the Hillcrest Alumni Association during halftime of the homecoming game.
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Dr. Jeff Page |
Dr. Page attended podiatric medical school in San Francisco and completed his residency in Seattle. He began private practice in Midvale before moving to California for an academic appointment and eventually settling in Arizona. He also served as executive dean at his alma mater in San Francisco, led the podiatry section at the Phoenix VA Medical Center, and founded the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine, where he served as dean for 17 years.
Source: Julie Slama, Midvale Journal [12/10/25]
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| PODIATRISTS AND DIABETES | |
MA Podiatrist Lectures at ADA National Policy Summit
David Alper, DPM, a member of the APMA Board of Trustees, recently participated in the American Diabetes Association’s (ADA) National Policy Summit on Preventive Health and Diabetes Co-morbidities, held in Washington, DC held December 9th and 10th.
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Dr. David Alper |
The Summit brought together representatives of all stakeholders in the world of diabetic neuropathy and amputation prevention, including industry and research. Dr. Alper gave a talk on pain reduction and moderated a panel on approaches and technology available today for neuropathy, amputation, and chronic pain. The over 100 attendees also heard a report from a CMS representative on changes in coverage of care.
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| ON THE INTERNATIONAL LECTURE CIRCUIT | |
CA DPM Moderates Operation Footprint’s Workshop at GFFC Meeting
For the 21st time in 26 years, Amol Saxena, DPM, MPH adjunct faculty, Operation Footprint, spoke this past weekend at the German Foot & Ankle Society (GFFC) meeting in Munich, Germany.
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Dr. Amol Saxena |
Dr. Saxena ,a GFFC Lifetime Honorary Member, moderated Operation Footprint’s Shoe and Insole Technology Workshop which included Karli Richards, DPM and Emily Farina, PhD. The topic of the workshop, "Bias and Microaggressions" was given to the Women’s Focus Group. During the arthroscopy session, Dr. Saxena presented his paper on "Gender and Ethnicity Differences with Achilles Surgery" along with an update on endoscopic techniques.
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| FROM PM's CURRENT ISSUE | |
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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| OBITUARIES | |
RE: The Passing of Stephen Warren Wittenberg, DPM
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Stephen Warren Wittenberg, 83, of Boynton Beach, Florida, formerly of West Bloomfield, Michigan, who passed away October 14, 2025.
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Dr. Wittenberg graduated from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in 1969 and was affiliated with Kern Hospital For Special Surgery.
Source: Hebrew Memorial Chapel
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PODIATRISTS AND DIABETES) | |
RE: -25 Modifier and RFC
From: Allen M. Jacobs, DPM
The -25 modifier appended to “routine care“ visits is a subject about which I am now passionate. For the last several years, Michael Warsaw and I have spoken on this subject in detail at the St. Louis Podiatry Seminar and will do so again this year.
Why? My job as a podiatrist is in no small part the evaluation of the diabetic patient for risk factors which increase the likelihood of skin breakdown, infection, ulceration, and ischemia. When such risk factors are present, my job is to either treat or refer, or both. My job is also to improve the patient’s quality of life.
As a profession, we have accepted the role of diabetic foot care. This is wide-reaching. Yes, Charcot’s joint reconstruction and stabilization...
Editor's note: Dr. Jacobs' extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (HEALTH INSURANCE) | |
RE: Private Practice Management and Health Insurance 2026
From: Keith Gurnick, DPM
Health insurance should be verified on each new patient and each returning patient on every visit. It is not enough to ask the patient, "is your insurance still the same? Asking such a broad and general question may make the office staff feel they have done their job of checking insurance in a kind and non-confrontational way, but this is not focused enough. Patients need to be asked to show their current member I.D. insurance card which they almost always carry in their wallet or purse, or they can also easily produce virtually on their cell phone. A simple request from office staff, "Can I please see your current health insurance card, or cards?" is a polite way to check for insurance changes such as a new I.D. card or different insurance altogether, policy or group # changes, or plan coverage and benefit changes including office visit co-pays. Assuming nothing has changed is a way of the past.
Although time-consuming up front, doing it this way is much more efficient than assuming the patient's insurance has not...
Editor's note: Dr. Gurnick's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (THE FUTURE OF PODIATRY) | |
From: Rod Tomczak, DPM, MD, EdD
The question is not, “Who are we?,” but should be, “Whom do we want to become? “Who we are is too much of what we used to be, practitioners who could only use a scalpel parallel to the skin, then experts in soft tissue surgery followed by forefoot bone surgery, then a Kirschner wire. Being a podiatrist was like landing on Iwo Jima and fighting for every inch of the foot. ACGME has now asked us, not we asked them, if ACGME would like to look at our post-graduate training to see if we are on par with MD and DO residencies.
They are asking us; something we never thought would happen. There is a chance ACGME learns something from us and vice versa. What we cannot do is shun them by rejecting that once in maybe a lifetime offer because we have become complacent in our own apathy. It’s no time to reminisce about how much we made last year or how happy we were because we were elected secretary of the hospital staff because we got an MPH at the same time we earned a DPM degree and because...
Editor's note: Dr. Tomczak's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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"Just Do It" in style |
Source: Virtual Shoe Museum
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FACULTY POSITION - TEMPLE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF PODIATRIC MEDICINE
Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine seeks a non-tenure track Assistant/Associate Professor (Clinician Scholar) to begin April 1, 2026. The role includes teaching, clinical care, surgical call coverage, research, and student mentorship. Candidates must hold a DPM/MD/DO with PA licensure eligibility, DEA registration, and strong teaching potential. ABFAS eligibility and inclusive teaching experience preferred. Apply by February 2, 2026 with CV, cover letter, statements, and references. Email applications to podiatryadmin@temple.edu. Temple University is an equal opportunity employer.
ASSOCIATE DOCTOR WANTED- SOUTHEASTERN NH
Join a thriving, growth-focused, patient-centered practice and build a long-term home. Ideal for someone eager to learn, grow, and lead while making a real impact. We offer mentorship, a supportive, drama-free culture, and room to grow your skills and patient base. Seeking a compassionate, motivated podiatrist who’s a great communicator and team player. Competitive compensation. Enjoy life near the White Mountains, lakes, seacoast, and Boston. email: info@footandanklesnh.com
ATTN: CANADIAN PODIATRISTS
Calling on Canadians—practicing podiatrists and recent grads! Alpine Foot & Ankle Clinic in Calgary, AB offers a busy, thriving practice with an in-house private operating suite. Step into immediate volume, build your surgical skills, and grow your career. Interested applicants should e-mail lalani@alpinefootankle.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – BROOKLYN, NY
Looking for a part time podiatrist in a busy multi-disciplinary group for part time employment in Brooklyn, New York. Looking for someone available Monday and Friday afternoons. Highly competitive hourly salary. Recent grads welcome. Please contact toetalpodiatrynyc@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – LONG ISLAND
Long Island podiatry practice seeks full-time or part-time podiatrist to join our growing team. Modern environment, excellent support staff, and steady patient flow. Owner is a young, forward-thinking podiatrist who values innovation, technology, and a great company culture. If full-time, salary starts at 160,000 with comprehensive benefits and lucrative bonus structure. No hospital call. Send CV to SuffolkNYPodiatrist@gmail.com or call 631-529-4361.
ASSOCIATE POSITION PART TIME – NEW JERSEY
Well established group practice seeking a part-time associate 2-3 days a week, with full-time potential, in Freehold and Burlington, NJ. Applicant must have a current NJ License, Board Certified/Qualified, and at least 1 year experience as a rendering provider. Please send letter of interest and CV to cherylm@njpodiatrygroup.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – BROOKLYN, NY
Looking for a part time podiatrist in a busy multi-disciplinary group for part time employment in Brooklyn, New York. Looking for someone available Monday and Friday afternoons. Highly competitive hourly salary. Recent grads welcome. Please contact toetalpodiatrynyc@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW JERSEY
FT Position – $150K+ (negotiable). Modern office with established patients and pleasant work environment. Board Elig/Cert required; surgical skills preferred. Benefits include: bonus, health, malpractice, 401K, vacation. Confidentiality respected. Text ?732-320-9672 to inquire or email CV to totalcarefootandankle@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE PHYSICIAN POSITION – THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS!
Come home to the Woodlands! One of the best communities to live in the United States. Succeed with our highly respected 40-year, multi-physician, multi-beautiful location. Seeking immediate hire of a personable, confident, well-rounded physician and surgeon. Awesome package! Become one of the best. Send resume to ALEXANDRA@NEVILLEFEET.COM
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW JERSEY
We are seeking a board-certified, highly personable podiatrist with strong conservative and surgical skills to join a busy multi-office practice in North Jersey, including Bergen and Essex counties. The position offers a competitive base salary with a bonus structure, PTO, CME time and stipend, a 401K with a generous match, malpractice coverage, and payment of state licensure and credentialing fees. Candidates should be patient-focused, team-oriented, and comfortable managing the full scope of podiatric care. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated physician seeking stability, growth, and a positive work environment. Please email your CV to bergenfaa@gmail.com
PHYSICIAN CAREER IN SC!
Join Physicians Footcare in Smiling Faces, Beautiful Places, South Carolina! We seek a dedicated, full-time physician. Exceptional work-life balance, competitive salary, and a supportive team await high-quality applicants. Experience the best of coastal living and professional fulfillment. Apply today! kray@physiciansfootcare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – JACKSONVILLE, FL
Multi-location podiatry group seeking Board Qualified/Certified podiatric surgeon for a location in Jacksonville, FL. This is an outstanding opportunity to join an established practice. We offer an excellent compensation and benefit package. Please send inquiries CV to email 1sourcemm@gmail.com or text message to 912-816-8949.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MASSACHUSETTS
Seeking a full-time associate, ABFAS BQ/BC, to join our well-established group practice with a strong reputation located just north of Boston. Our practice is deeply integrated within our hospital system and medical community and we engage in both inpatient and outpatient care. We have an excellent referral network with high influx of new patients. We handle wide range of elective surgeries and manage diabetic foot infection/limb salvage. Despite our strong integration within our hospital system, we maintain our autonomy ensuring a positive work-life balance. We offer an excellent compensation/benefits package. Outstanding opportunity for qualified candidate. Email CV: footdocsma@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MARYLAND
Thriving podiatry practice with 3 office locations seeking a 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 and benefits package with bonus opportunities offered. Please email CV to: careers@mynewfeet.com
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY IN DALLAS - FORT WORTH
We’re growing in DFW and looking for a podiatrist who wants an associate job that’s genuinely fun. Think amazing vibes, unique culture, no drama, daily laughs, and a prime DFW location with everything close by. If that sounds good, email parrfoot@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TEXAS
Multi-location private practice seeks full-time associate in the Houston area. Immediate, substantial patient base. Start date Jan 1, 2026, with some flexibility. Spanish-speaking preferred. Learn more at www.archfootankle.com and apply by emailing drlakhani@archfootankle.com. Candidates must be TX licensed or in process.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – LONG ISLAND , NEW YORK
Advanced Foot Care is seeking a full-time Podiatrist to join our upscale, multi-location practice with 8 state-of-the-art offices across Long Island. We provide a modern, newly renovated work environment, a supportive and collaborative team culture, and access to the latest medical technology and billing software. We are looking for a motivated physician with a strong work ethic, positive energy, and a passion for patient care. In return, we offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. To learn more, visit www.AdvancedFootCare.com and apply by emailing catherinec@advancedfootcare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MARYLAND
Immediate associate position to join our team. An expanding, dynamic podiatry practice with lots of room to grow. Limb salvage, deformity, trauma & clinic. Multiple hospitals to participate with. Maryland license preferred, BQ or eligible required. Please email CV to footanklerecon@gmail.com
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 FL, KY, MD, NC, OH, PA, VA, & WV—ideal for doctors ready now or graduating by 2026. 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 POSITIONS – AL, CO, FL, GA, IA, IL, KS, LA, MO, MS, NE, OK, TN & UT (20X)
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
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MARYLAND
Join a dynamic, fast-growing podiatry practice seeking a surgically trained podiatrist who thrives in the OR and delivers exceptional patient care. We value integrity, drive, and teamwork. Enjoy strong support, a solid referral base, and real career growth. Call or text 410-459-4909 (preferred) or email DrHoward@HLESfootcare.com to learn more.
GREAT OPPORTUNITY- GEORGIA
Associate position available in our thriving practice outside of Atlanta. Two physician, two office practice, well established in the community for over 40 years. Senior doctor looking to slow down as patient volume is expanding, so this is a great opportunity to join a practice where you can provide full-scope care, with the great entrepreneurial opportunities which private practice affords. Salary + bonus + benefits. Send CV to Georgiadpm557@gmail.com
JOIN FOOTCARE NOW! – QUEENS, NY
We seek skilled physicians for a highly autonomous, collegial environment offering comprehensive scope: from advanced surgery to dermatological treatments. This rewarding full or part-time role provides top-tier earning potential and a full suite of benefits. Elevate your career. Contact scdpmjobs@gmail.com
FULL-TIME PODIATRIST - ORANGE/LOS ANGELES COUNTIES
Join a well established multi-location group practice. Participate in Residency Training and Clinical Research. Must be well trained in surgery and limb preservation. Send CV to podiatricri@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PALM SPRINGS, CA
Our growing podiatry team in Palm Springs, CA is seeking skilled Podiatrists specializing in Wound Care and Diabetic Limb Salvage. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in preventing diabetic foot complications and limb salvage techniques. We provide a competitive salary to include healthcare and other fringe benefits. This role requires collaboration with our multidisciplinary team, focusing on advanced wound care and surgical interventions. Qualified candidates email manager@westcoastfootandankle.com
JOIN OUR GROWING PRACTICE IN SYRACUSE, NY!
Seeking a skilled, compassionate podiatrist to provide exceptional foot and ankle care. Competitive pay, supportive team, and great growth opportunities. Apply to docryanlee@gmail.com and take the next step in your career!
ASSOCIATE POSITION OPEN IN DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA
Join our dynamic multi-specialty group, spanning 6 locations in DFW, equipped with cutting-edge technology, physical therapy and an established patient base. Our practice also includes a surgery center. We offer a competitive starting salary with bonus and benefits. Send your CV to Cnunez1940@gmail.com
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.
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PODIATRY CLINIC FOR SALE – MARIETTA, GA
Podiatry clinic in an affluent, easily accessible Marietta location. Stand-alone building with ADA-compliant c-ray, three exam rooms, storage, and two additional rooms suitable for patient care. Buyer will lease the space from the current doctor, who is retiring for health reasons. An established patient list is available for transfer, offering immediate continuity. Ideal for expanding a practice or launching a new one. Contact: 943-239-6567 | contactus@afaig.com
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