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The Voice of Podiatrists
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July 14, 2026 #8,312  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS - PART 1 | |
It's Not OK to Wear Shoes Without Socks: MD Podiatrist
Whether it’s OK to wear shoes without socks is one of the most common questions that Mikel Daniels, DPM, the president and chief medical officer at WeTreatFeet Podiatry in Maryland, gets from his patients. Going without socks “absolutely increases risk” of developing several foot issues, he told HuffPost.
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Most conditions related to not wearing socks are uncomfortable, unpleasant, and embarrassing, but not medically concerning, Dr. Daniels said. Nevertheless, some of these conditions can cause itching, burning and stinging, and making walking uncomfortable.
Source: Jamie Davis Smith. HuffPost [7/10/26]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS - PART 2 | |
"Short Foot" Exercises Strengthen Abductor Hallucis Muscle: AZ Podiatrist
The human foot is a complex structure comprised of 26 bones, 33 joints, and over 100 muscles, tendons, and ligaments. When these structures weaken—often due to prolonged immobilization or improper footwear—the kinetic chain is compromised. According to research published in the Journal of Foot and Ankle Research, the “short foot” exercise, which involves shortening the distance between the first metatarsal head and the calcaneus, significantly increases the activation of the abductor hallucis muscle.
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Emily Splichal, DPM, a podiatrist and human movement specialist, notes the importance of this integration: “The feet are the foundation of the entire kinetic chain; when we neglect intrinsic strength, we see compensatory patterns develop in the knees, hips, and lumbar spine.” The mechanism of action involves neuromuscular re-education. By performing controlled, isometric contractions, the patient improves proprioception—the body’s ability to perceive its position in space. This is not merely about muscle hypertrophy; it is about refining the neural pathways that govern balance and postural alignment.
Source: Dr. Priya Deshmukh, Archyde [7/12/26]
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
NY Podiatrist Discusses Women's Footwear Tips
“Many women are shocked to discover they’ve been wearing the wrong size footwear for years. Shoe size changes with age," says Yolanda Ragland, DPM, a podiatrist and foot surgeon at Fix Your Feet in New York City and Washington, DC. Feet frequently widen and get longer due to flattening arches, loosening ligaments, or other structural shifts, making them bigger now than they were in your 20s and 30s. Trying a half-size or even a full size larger can make shoes more comfortable and give your toes the room they need to spread naturally.
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No matter how much you love a favorite pair of sandals, sneakers, or flats, it’s best not to wear the exact same pair every day, says Dr. Ragland. “Different shoes stress the foot differently.” Some press more at the heel, for instance, while others rub across the top as you walk—tiny variations you don’t notice until they add up. “Rotating footwear shifts these pressure points, reducing repetitive strain.”
Source: Gabrielle Lichterman, Woman's World [7/12/26]
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| PODIATRIST PODCASTS | |
VA Podiatrist Hosts a Podcast on Getting Medical Papers Published
Ben Pearl, DPM hosted a podcast discussion about publishing in medicine, initiated by Savannah Santiago, DPM, a third-year resident at Ascension St. Vincent in Indianapolis. The panel included David Armstrong, DPM, Pat Agnew, DPM, and Patrick DeHeer, DPM. Savannah explained how she worked with her mentor Dr. Deheer, and developed a research paper on the impact of socks and carbon-plated shoes on biomechanics, but struggled to find an appropriate journal for publication due to high costs or rejection. Here's a 2-minute clip.
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(Top) Drs. Ben Pearl and David Armstrong (Bottom) Drs. Patrick DeHeer and Savannah Santiago |
Dr. Deheer, the 100th president of APMA, discussed the evolution of podiatry publishing and highlighted the importance of mentoring in the profession. Dr. Agnew discussed taking a poster to a full-fledged research paper. Dr. Armstrong emphasized the significance of mentoring and paying it forward in the medical field.
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Policy Changes Your Practice Needs to Prepare for
MGMA's government affairs team on what’s already changed in 2026 and what’s still to come
9. Brace for new fraud scrutiny and revalidation.
Fraud enforcement has become one of CMS's loudest priorities, and the operational load falls on your credentialing and billing staff. James Haynes, JD, associate director of governmental affairs at MGMA, described a six-month moratorium on new Medicare enrollment for durable medical equipment suppliers, hospices, and home health agencies, plus a directive for every state to submit a plan to revalidate the Medicaid providers it considers high risk. Haynes added that broader Medicaid revalidation and re-verification is coming for all providers over time.
The practical step now is to confirm your Medicaid enrollments are current, assign someone to watch for state agency notices, and prepare for more documentation requests and audits, including the uptick in RADV activity the team flagged.
Source: Austin Littrell, Physicians Practice [June 2026]
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| SOLE PURPOSE BY SAVANNAH SANTIAGO, DPM | |
Here are some valuable tips that have aided Savannah Santiago, DPM in navigating her experiences as a student and a resident:
5. Being geriatric does not automatically disqualify someone from surgery
Age alone isn’t a contraindication—it just means we need to think differently. Sometimes the right answer isn’t no surgery, but rather a different surgery. Patients with mild dementia, for example, can still live functional, independent lives; they may just need extra support or monitoring. What matters most is an honest conversation with the patient about their functional goals, their activity level, and what they truly need. Surgery isn’t always the solution, but these patients often have more options than we assume—if we take the time to look.
Source: This series is adapted from and courtesy of PRESENT eLearning Systems.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PODIATRIC ECONOMICS) | |
from: Allen M. Jacobs, DPM
Thank you Dr. Hrywnak for your contributions to our understanding of the evolving medical care milieu. Your discussions are of course greatly appreciated. The new issue of JFAS contains a study concluding that over the last 25 years, real dollar reimbursement for surgical procedures has declined over 49%! This is hardly news to those who have been in active practice over this period of time. Alternatively, a recent ACFAS study indicated that podiatrists doing 500 or more procedures per year have an average annual income greater than $1,000,000.
With that said, there is additional value to performing surgical procedures from a financial viewpoint. That is, your value to the healthcare system goes beyond your reimbursement for a procedure completed. One of my close friend’s son is a recent osteopathic college graduate. His starting salary for primary care practice was over $400,000. One of his close friends, a DO completing a cardio-thoracic fellowship, received a starting offer of $1,200,000. Another, a DO finishing his general orthopedic residency, is starting at...
Editor's note: Dr. Jacobs' extended-length letter appears here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CATEGORIZATION OF PODIATRIC MEDICINE) - PART 1 | |
From: Bret M. Ribotsky, DPM
Drs. Jacobs and DiResta both make points worth taking seriously — self-respect in how we describe our training matters, and so does the substance of that training. But I think the debate itself, as framed, is a distraction from the problem we’re actually trying to solve. Here is the uncomfortable truth: it doesn’t matter what we call ourselves. What matters is what the market we’re trying to influence calls us, and what that market believes we are.
That market is not us. It’s the high school and college students deciding whether podiatry is a viable career. It’s the hospital administrators deciding whether to grant privileges, build out a service line, or hire a DPM onto a surgical group. It’s the insurance companies deciding how to code and reimburse what we do. Their perception is the only one with commercial and...
Editor's note: Dr. Ribotsky's extended-length letter appears here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CATEGORIZATION OF PODIATRIC MEDICINE) - PART 2 | |
From: Gary Dorfman, DPM
Do you practice osteopathy or are you a chiropractor or naturopathic practitioner? No? Then what type of medicine do you practice? Does ALLOPATHIC sound familiar? It absolutely amazes me why any podiatrist would denigrate his or her DPM degree from a podiatric institution and state to anyone, "when I graduated from MEDICAL school". Sound familiar? What is there to be ashamed of? Who are you trying to impress? Are you kidding yourself?
You are a podiatrist. Your degree is DPM. You graduated from a podiatry school or college. You have a bachelors degree, four years of podiatry school, and a three-year podiatric residency. You know more about your chosen field of practice than any other medical practitioner. Why in the name of heaven wouldn’t you be proud of that?
In my fifty-five years of active practice, our profession has advanced from the treatment of just corns and calluses, ingrown nails, and dispensing of arch supports to being the leaders in functional orthotics and biomechanics, surgery for total ankle replacement, pioneers in the treatment of diabetic ulcers, and limb preservation. Let us stand tall in our professional and personal achievements and recognize our contribution to the medical establishment!
Gary Dorfman, DPM, Dana Point, CA
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| OBITUARIES | |
RE: The Passing of Enoch Mixon, DPM
Dr. Enoch Mixon, a lifelong resident of Washington, DC, passed away peacefully at his home in Washington, DC, on July 8, 2026, at the age of 101. He graduated from the Temple University School of Chiropody in 1959. He had a thriving private practice in podiatry in Washington, DC for 30 years. His commitment to his profession also included serving on the District of Columbia Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners for thirteen years.
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Dr. Mixon was a charter member of the National Podiatric Medical Association, a lifetime member of the Academy of Ambulatory Foot and Ankle Surgery, the American Podiatric Medical Association, and the District of Columbia Podiatric Medical Association. During his career, he was instrumental in training numerous podiatric residents at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Washington, DC.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe Insert of the Day
I asked a patient to bring his shoes and insoles to the office. Here is the insole that he had.
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Self-deprecating insole? |
I was left speechless!
David M. Allen, DPM, New Port Richey, FL
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ASSOCIATE PODIATRIC PHYSICIAN - SEATTLE, WA AREA
Established podiatry practice seeks a motivated full-time Associate. All aspects of foot/ankle care. Diverse mix of foot and ankle surgery, wound care, sports medicine, diabetic limb salvage, and general podiatry with strong referrals, experienced staff, and competitive compensation and benefits. Submit your CV to pnwfajob@gmail.com
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ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTHERN MICHIGAN
Join Advanas Foot & Ankle Specialists, serving southern Michigan for 25+ years, 5 practice locations from Kalamazoo to the northern Indiana. Looking to be an owner, this practice is for you. Huge opportunity for surgery, must be surgical board qualified/certified. Seeking motivated positively influenced associate for our team. Send CV: clinicalmanager@advanas.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL COAST OF CALIFORNIA
Join a busy practice with four podiatrists in two office locations. Central Coast Foot Clinics has been in operation for over 34 years. Excellent long-term opportunity for a well-trained podiatrist with enormous potential in all aspects of foot and ankle surgery in all age groups. Santa Maria and Arroyo Grande lie on the beautiful Central Coast of California. The position is full time and will be paid a salary the first year and then transition to compensation based on production thereafter. For more information, please email Scott Adams, DPM at Drseadams@gmail.com. Please include your CV.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – EUGENE, OR
Tracktown USA! Seeking full-time rearfoot associate to join our team, ABFAS BQ/BC. Both strong clinical and surgical skills are required. 1-2 years out of residency preferred. Compensation with base and bonus structure. Benefits: insurance, paid vacation/holidays, paid CME, malpractice. Buy-in possible/suggested. Enjoy: skiing, world class road, gravel and mountain biking, fly fishing, sailing, surfing, the Oregon Coast, University of Oregon Ducks, minor league baseball, great live music, Eugene Ballet, Eugene Symphony. CV to dustydock@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FULL TIME OR PART TIME PHILADELPHIA, PA
Established practice seeking a motivated, hardworking DPM for full-time or part-time employment. Practice includes comprehensive clinical and surgical foot/ankle cases, resident training, competitive salary, and performance-based bonus structure. To apply, please submit CV to: adnanmalik88@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ALBANY, NEW YORK
Well-established podiatry practice in Albany, NY is seeking a motivated podiatrist who is board qualified in forefoot surgery and has a strong interest in forefoot surgery, wound care, and sports medicine. Serving the Albany community for over 40 years, the practice has developed a strong referral base that provides immediate patient volume and excellent professional growth opportunities. The position includes surgical privileges and hospital call at a local 440-bed hospital. We offer competitive compensation, mentorship, and a partnership track for the right candidate seeking a long-term career opportunity in a thriving practice. Please send CV to Steven.Lam2@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TUCSON, AZ
seeking one competent physician/surgeon, to complete a two-doctor team to continue outstanding patient care. Experienced support staff, state of the art office, established 35-years, private, prestigious, 100+ new referrals per month, easy pace. Excellent practice offers excellent compensation and benefits. For information package, email peter@mcmil.com
ASSOCIATE WANTED - MICHIGAN
Growing multi-physician practice in Michigan seeking full-time podiatrist. No schedule competition means rapid individual growth. Features digital X-rays, EHR, full-scope podiatry, and contractual buy-in option. Competitive salary, bonuses, benefits. Email CV to michiganpod1@gmail.com
PODIATRIST POSITION - PORTLAND, OREGON AREA
Seeking position to go alongside 4 other DPMs in the Portland area. Looking for a highly motivated, patient focused, and collaborative doctor. We offer immediate patient volume in well-established clinics, knowledgeable assistants, competitive salary, new technology, and bonuses on productivity. Send CV to drtrev@elitefaor.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS
Come Home to The Woodlands! Become one of the Best in one of the Best Communities to live and work in The United States. We are seeking the immediate hire of a personable, well-rounded physician and surgeon to join our practice. Excellent compensation and benefits package offered. Please send your resume to: alexandra@nevillefeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - DALLAS, TX METROPLEX
Established 3 location practice in Dallas metroplex is seeking a motivated, hardworking DPM for full-time or part-time employment. Practice includes general podiatry with foot/ankle cases, competitive salary with performance bonus. To apply, please submit CV to: IFAPODIATRST@GMAIL.COM
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTH MIAMI BEACH
Available Immediately. North Miami Beach area. Needed part -time podiatrist , 1-2 days/week, house calls in North Dade/Broward counties; supplies and EMR are provided; pay structure is flexible depending on preferences. Please text to 312-375-6430.
PODIATRY ASSOCIATE – ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Foot & Ankle Specialists of New Mexico is seeking a Board Qualified or Board Certified Foot & Ankle Surgeon to join our established, multi-location surgical practice in Albuquerque, NM. Enjoy immediate patient volume, diverse pathology, strong referral relationships, dedicated support staff, and opportunities for professional growth. Competitive salary plus productivity bonus structure, benefits package, and a $10,000 sign-on bonus for providers starting by September 1, 2026. Fellowship training, Spanish-speaking ability, and billing/coding experience are preferred but not required. Submit CV and cover letter to ACharlie@footanklenm.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MANHATTAN
Rare opportunity to join a well-established, thriving practice in the heart of Manhattan. We offer competitive compensation, health benefits, and a supportive clinical environment. Board-eligible or board-certified candidates required; strong surgical skills are preferred. Qualified and ambitious candidates are encouraged to email their CV to nycfootdoctors@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NORTH CAROLINA
Established foot and ankle practice in North Carolina is seeking a full-time, board-certified or board-eligible podiatrist for a non-surgical role focused on routine foot care, diabetic nail and foot care, and non-surgical wound management. Competitive salary and benefits. Submit your CV to tfac.marketing@conehealth.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – AL, AZ, GA, IA, KS, MO, NE, OK, SC & TN
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 PODIATRIST OPPORTUNITIES – MULTIPLE STATES
US Foot & Ankle Specialists (USFAS), the nation's largest podiatric group, is hiring! We have immediate and future openings in MD, MO, NC, VA, & 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 - RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA
Awesome opportunity to join a well-rounded, growing, podiatry practice in Raleigh, North Carolina. We are looking for an associate who is hardworking part time/ full time. Working with awesome office staff, EMR, and latest technology. Competitive salary andincentives. NC license is a must. Please send contact info and cv to iiicmstewart@aol.com or call 252-813-3136.
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ESTABLISHED PRACTICE FOR SALE - MANHATTAN
An exceptional turnkey opportunity with significant growth potential. The practice currently operates on a part-time schedule, offering a seamless transition to full-time operations. Includes reasonable rent and a well-established, high-volume DME component. Ideal for someone looking for growth. Serious inquiries only: tristatepod@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - GEORGIA
Thirty year established podiatry practice with solid revenue and referral base, loyal patients, and seamless transition. Seller will continue to practice to ease transition. Located in a vibrant medical market near desirable Watkinsville, offering excellent quality of life. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com
ESTABLISHED PODIATRY PRACTICE FOR SALE - SEATTLE-AREA
100% private insurance, no government payers. Located one block from hospital in affluent waterfront community. Current collections approximately $225K with documented history exceeding $1M annually. Two high-resolution ultrasound systems, experienced MA, outsourced billing. Retiring owner. Significant growth opportunity for motivated podiatrist should double gross at one year after being added to my group for insurance credentialing. Building lease available with future ownership options. Asking $150,000. Contact mkuzel2000@yahoo.com or call 425 775-1505 (M,W,TH 11-4 PDT).
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHWESTERN PA
30+ year practice for sale located near local hospital. Office has 3 fully equipped treatment rooms, digital x-ray, autoclave. Willing to introduce to current patients, nursing homes, primary care providers. Office is big enough for 2 providers. Contact-wilsonhop@msn.com
ESTABLISHED PODIATRY PRACTICE FOR SALE – PHOENIX, ARIZONA AREA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established podiatry practice with two locations serving the greater Phoenix area. The practice generates approximately $750,000 in average annual gross revenue and has a strong referral base with an established patient population. Services include general podiatry, foot and ankle surgery, and sports medicine. This is a turnkey operation with trained staff and established systems already in place. Significant growth potential exists for an individual practitioner or group. The seller is motivated for an immediate sale and is willing to carry financing for qualified buyers. Serious inquiries only. Confidential financial details are available upon execution of a confidentiality agreement. Contact: manager@arcadiafootandankle.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - CENTRAL CALIFORNIA COAST
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - SWIFT MICROWAVE THERAPY SYSTEM – $12,000
Swift microwave therapy unit in excellent condition with very minimal use. Fully functional, professionally maintained, and ready for immediate clinical use. Ideal for podiatry and dermatology practices treating plantar warts with non-invasive microwave technology. Contact: bazzidpm@gmail.com for details.
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