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The Voice of Podiatrists
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March 31, 2026 #8,237  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
NY Podiatrist Discusses the Changing Doctor-Patient Relationship in the Digital Age
According to Amar Alkhafaji, DPM, "The doctor–patient relationship has always been based on trust, communication, and shared decision-making. However, in today’s digital age, that relationship is changing in ways that are both exciting and challenging—especially for younger physicians starting their careers. For younger physicians, transparency and authenticity are especially important. Patients may assume less experience based solely on the physician’s age, but they also value openness, approachability, and a willingness to collaborate. Combining current medical training with clear communication helps bridge generational gaps and builds confidence in the doctor–patient relationship."
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Dr. Amar Alkhafaji |
"Ultimately, the digital age has not diminished the importance of this relationship; it has simply transformed it. While technology and online information will continue to influence healthcare, the core values of empathy, expertise, and trust remain unchanged. By fostering informed conversations and guiding patients through the noise, I aim to strengthen relationships by providing care that is both modern and deeply human," says Dr. Alkhafaji.
Source: Buffalo Healthy Living [3/29/26]
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| ON THE INTERNATIONAL LECTURE CIRCUIT | |
CA Podiatrist Keynotes at ADFA’s Inaugural Meeting in Paris
David Armstrong, DPM, MD, PhD recently delivered the keynote address at the first scientific meeting of the Association Avicenne du Pied Diabétique (ADFA) in Paris. ADFA is a newly established francophone association, founded in May 2025, dedicated to improving diabetic foot care across Africa and the broader French-speaking world.
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Dr. David Armstrong |
"Let’s be honest: the diabetes epidemic is accelerating fastest in parts of the world with the fewest resources. In sub-Saharan Africa, the predominant risk factor remains peripheral neuropathy, and patients still present late — often with infection and gangrene. Amputation rates in some settings remain staggeringly high. The gap between what we know and what we do remains the central challenge of our field," said Dr. Armstrong.
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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.
3: Read every note your AI scribe generates. Every one.
Ambient scribes reduce documentation burden, but they don’t eliminate physician responsibility for what ends up in the chart. Errors in AI-generated notes, such as misattributed symptoms, wrong medication doses, or missed negations, carry the same legal and clinical weight as errors in notes you write yourself. Spot-checking is not enough. Develop a fast, consistent review habit before signing off.
Source: Austin Littrell, Physicians Practice [3/18/26]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1A | |
From: Pete Harvey, DPM, Vincent Marino, DPM
I had two Midmark 417s and they were great chairs. You might get in touch with a local dental repair. They frequently work on Midmark no matter the age of the chair. My first thought is the connection of the foot control to the chair base. There is a plug there like the old telephone connecter. I once had to have that connector replaced, and the chair was good as new.
Pete Harvey, DPM, Wichita Falls TX
Even though there is power to the chair, you probably need to check the motor itself. Is there power to the motor or is the motor fried? Sounds like an issue with the motor itself.
Vincent Marino, DPM, Novato, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1B | |
From: Philbert Kuo, DPM
Although I do not have the same model chair, I had a similar problem where the tilt stopped working but the back still moved. Midmark told me to remove the cover on the back of the chair and switch the plugs which are labeled. This worked. Maybe something is loose if you’re not getting any power. If the position of the chair is acceptable, consider leaving it in a fixed position… your patients will probably not mind.
Philbert Kuo, DPM, Chesapeake, VA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (THE FUTURE OF PODIATRY) | |
RE: Podiatry and the Perception Paradox
From: Allen M. Jacobs, DPM
There is often a significant difference in the manner by which we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us. It is called perception paradox. It has been said, “if we could see ourselves the way that others see us, we would be amazed.” With an aging population, the diabetes pandemic, obesity, increasing sporting activities in all age groups, the demand for foot and ankle services has been increasing. Every evaluation of the question concludes the increasing need for foot and ankle care. This will continue to increase in the future.
Why then the decreased application rates at the colleges of podiatry?
I decided to look at an AI/Google search to determine if we as a profession suffer from perception paradox. How do non-podiatric physicians view the issue of declining applications to the colleges of podiatric medicine. In my opinion, the “outsiders view” of this problem is...
Editor's note: Dr. Jacobs' extended-length letter can be read here.
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RE: Medicare Claims Savings of $780M Per Year with Mandatory Use of Provider Portals
From: Paul Kesselman, DPM
A recent CMS publication estimates that mailing and faxing documents costs Medicare over $780M per year. Hence, moving forward, CMS agencies over the next two years will begin discontinuing acceptance of fax or snail mail documents. As of May 2028, CMS agencies will no longer accept documents via mail or fax. The portals which every CMS agency have are free and are far more efficient than faxing or mailing documents.
Faxing only proves you sent a document, but it is not accepted as proof that it was received. That may seems illogical but it is nonetheless true. Fax messages also often get interrupted and hence can be very frustrating when attempting to fax multiple pages. Snail mail no matter the agency used, (e.g., UPS, USPS, Fed Ex. etc.) are all expensive, and what happens if the documents get lost?
As for portals, uploading all the documents is very efficient and you have instant proof of receipt (whether by snapshot of your desktop or an email receipt). You will know who you are dealing with at the carrier and have a resolution whether good or bad much sooner. You can also submit more documents easily if need be.
Paul Kesselman, DPM, Oceanside, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CAREERS IN PODIATRY) - PART 1A | |
From: Bret M. Ribotsky, DPM
Dr. Jacobs has offered a thoughtful and historically grounded perspective on the evolving business of podiatric medicine. His invocation of Sir William Osler reminds us all why we entered this profession. His concerns about industry influence, unnecessary procedures, and the ethical drift that can accompany a profit-first mentality are legitimate and deserve serious reflection by every podiatric physician — young and seasoned alike.
However, while we examine our own house, we must be equally willing to examine the patient’s role in the very crises Dr. Jacobs so passionately describes. He rightly points out that one-third of all diabetes spending is consumed by lower extremity infection, ulceration, and amputation. That statistic is staggering — and it is not solely the product of industry influence, inadequate...
Editor's note: Dr. Ribotsky's extended-length letter can be read here.
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From: Robert Kornfeld, DPM
When I hear any doctor state that they became a doctor solely to help people, I have to question that reality. I think we all went into medicine to help patients. But would any of you have put in all the years of education and training (and DEBT) to pursue a career that did not have the capacity to provide a really good income?
Let's be honest. Is the reason that podiatry enrollment has dwindled over the years because of a loss of interest in the human foot? I think not. What I believe (and all you have to do is go to a podiatry conference to hear it) is that the majority of podiatrists are fed up with insurance and Medicare burdens and hassles and they DO NOT encourage young people to follow this path. They are miserable and....
Editor's note: Dr. Kornfeld's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM NEW QUICK POLLS) | |
From: Richard A. Simmons, DPM
I have not used a grinder for debriding toenails in more than twenty years. I saturate the nails with a mixture of water with hand soap and use my nipper to reduce the nail plates. When finished with the nipper, I use a surgical hand rasp to smooth them out. During my initial debridement, I am dictating my notes to my transcriber who goes through all the class findings and the complete lower extremity exam.
For subsequent visits, I rarely bill anything more than CPT 11720 and often only debride one toenail and bill the rest at G0127, that is only trimming the length of the nail and not reducing its thickness. All of my initial Medicare patient mycotic toenails are sent to the lab for determination. My practice focuses on the medical management of mycotic toenails with debridement as secondary.
Richard A. Simmons, DPM, Rockledge, FL
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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No wonder they say high heels are dangerous! |
This high heel shoe car was created by David Crow in Seattle. He used a 1972 Honda CB 350 motor and running gear. The shoe car took him four years to complete.
Source: Submitted by Dr. Howard Lepolstat
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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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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.
ADVANCED PODIATRIC LIMB SALVAGE AND RECONSTRUCTION FELLOWSHIP - BIRMINGHAM, AL
Be our second fellow! Brand new 12-month fellowship, located at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Begins August 2026. Train with experts in vascular surgery, endovascular therapy, and infectious diseases. Contact for more information or send your CV to podiatricsurgery@uabmc.edu
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
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
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 POSITIONS - AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY - WASHINGTON STATE, TEXAS, VIRGINIA, WASHINGTON DC
Podiatrist positions available for immediate hire to treat patients in Nursing Facilities in Washington State, Virginia, Texas, Washington DC. A unique opportunity with flexible schedules and an unmatched potential for growth. Send CV and Cover letter to office@bomsllc.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 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
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PRACTICE FOR SALE – URBAN IOWA
Successful thriving 36-year-old 3-doctor practice for sale in urban Iowa. Great reputation and referral base. High traffic location. Surgery, wound care, and primary medicine. Easily accessible. Fully equipped. 5-day work week. Multiple satellite clinics and rural draw. Senior doctor/seller willing to stay on for good will and smooth transition. crfootdoc@gmail.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
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
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