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June 01, 2026 #8,281  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PM NEWS QUICK POLL RESULTS (SUBMITTED BY PM NEWS SUBSCRIBER) |
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Results of last week's poll |
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| PM NEWS QUICK POLL (SUBMITTED BY PM NEWS SUBSCRIBER) |
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How many routine foot care patients do you treat per hour? |
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
WesternU CPM Holds 2026 Commencement
Western University of Health Sciences College of Podiatric Medicine (CPM) celebrated 34 graduates at its Commencement ceremony May 20, 2026, in Pomona, California. Each graduate received a diploma from WesternU President Robin Farias-Eisner, MD, PhD, MBA, and CPM Acting Dean Jacqueline Truong, DPM, MPH, and then shared the stage with loved ones, who placed the academic hood on their shoulders.
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The WesternU College of Podiatric Medicine Class of 2026 (Jeff Malet, WesternU) |
CPM graduate Jeremy Andrus Skelton, DPM ’26, was selected by his classmates to speak at the ceremony. He thanked the CPM and College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific faculty for their guidance, mentorship, and patience. He also thanked the parents, spouses, friends and family who supported them throughout this journey.
Source: Rodney Tanaka, WesternU News [5/28/26]
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| PODIATRIC PODCASTS | |
VA Podiatrist Discusses Staying Injury-Free with Multi-Marathoner
Ben Pearl, DPM interviewed Sandy Gage, a 69 year-old woman who has completed more than 150 marathons, on his podcast, Fit Foot U. The compelling part of her story is that she has been able to do all this injury-free. She did break her wrist when she slipped into a ravine during a race, but she managed to keep the streak going. Here is a clip from the podcast:
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(L-R) Dr. Ben Pearl and Sandy Gage |
Gage emphasizes running/walking and is still able to complete races in approximately four and a half hours. She has found a greater purpose in inspiring others with her story, and has competed in all seven continents and all 50 states.
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| MEETING NEWS | |
Podiatrists Participate on Amputation Panel at NCVH Meeting
On Friday May 29th, the New Cardiovascular Horizons (NCVH) meeting in New Orleans presented the award-winning documentary, “Bloodlines, Mississippi: A Global Awareness Initiative” to the audience of vascular and podiatric physicians, focused on amputation prevention.
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(L-R) Drs. Kenneth Williams, David Alper, Tom Best, Foluso Fakorede, and Nadia Din |
The panel following the meeting consisted of podiatrists Nadia Din, DPM, David Alper, DPM and Kenneth Williams, DPM joining the author, Foluso Fakorede, MD and his colleague Tom Best, MD cardiac interventionists in Mississippi. The documentary emphasized the lead role podiatry takes in identifying patients at risk of amputations and other conditions, as well as being a partner in care.
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRY AND THE LAW | |
Jail for Fake Aussie Podiatrist Working with Vulnerable People
A Sydney man who conducted more than 600 bogus consultations has received a record penalty after a prosecution by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). David Nasr has been sentenced to two years’ jail and ordered to pay $51,900 in legal costs after pleading guilty to 16 breaches of the National Law.
Nasr has never been a registered podiatrist but used fraudulent documents to secure contracts with businesses supporting aged care facilities and in-home care services. The sentencing judge said Nasr’s actions could have had ‘catastrophic’ outcomes for the vulnerable patients who were led to believe he was a qualified and registered podiatrist.
Source: AHPRA [5/29/26]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
8 Steps to Build an AI Governance Plan for Your Practice
Here are 8 practical steps to govern AI in your practice, from naming an owner to vetting vendors and training your team.
1. Name an owner before the first tool goes live
Health systems can gather an AI committee; a small practice usually cannot, and does not need to. What every practice needs is one person who approves new AI tools, watches how they are used, and answers for them. In a smaller office, that is often the managing partner or administrator. Put the name in writing before the first tool goes live, not after a problem surfaces.
Source: Keith A. Reynolds, Physicians Practice [5/18/26]
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| FINANCIAL TIP OF THE DAY | |
3 Ways to Potentially Avoid Falling Into a Tax Trap in Retirement
You may think you'll pay less in taxes once you retire, but the reality is that the combination of taxable withdrawals and Social Security can easily hike your tax bill just as high as when you were working. Here are a few strategies to consider.
1. Make Roth conversions (if appropriate).
A Roth IRA might be able to insulate you from future unknown taxes. Roth conversions are moving money from a pre-tax retirement account (such as a 401(k) or traditional IRA) into a Roth IRA. You pay taxes on the amount you convert in the year you convert; the tradeoff is that you get tax-free growth and in retirement, withdrawals are tax-free. There's no limit on how much you can convert.
A Roth conversion is a popular strategy to help reduce future tax burdens, especially for those expecting higher tax brackets later or wanting tax-free inheritance for their beneficiaries. There are no RMDs for the original owner of the account. Because Roth withdrawals are tax-free, using funds in your Roth account in retirement can help prevent you from a higher tax bracket.
Source: Gary Knode, Kiplinger [5/16/26]
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| SOLE PURPOSE BY SAVANNAH SANTIAGO, DPM | |
Stress Fractures
Here are some valuable tips that have aided Savannah Santiago, DPM in navigating her experiences as a student and a resident:
4. Recommend they speak with a mental health professional
If there are any signs of overtraining, under fueling, disordered eating, or body image concerns, it’s worth involving a mental health professional early. These patterns rarely exist in isolation, and addressing only the physical injury without the underlying drivers is often where we fall short.
It’s also important to recognize that for athletes struggling with fueling or disordered eating, injury can actually make things worse. When you remove their primary outlet for energy expenditure, it can intensify restriction, anxiety around food, and loss of control.
Source: This series is adapted from and courtesy of PRESENT eLearning Systems.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (MEDICARE) | |
From: Paul Kesselman, DPM
In the current issue of Becker’s Spine Review, there is a story which echoes the comments made over the past few days regarding physician payment. Several comments really relate to those comments made previously. First is that the MIPS program drives up the costs to medical providers who annually spend 53 hours on MIP-related tasks with compliance costing physicians almost $13,000 per year.
My question is: How does MIPS or HEDIS or any similar program actually improve patient care? Where are the peer review studies to prove it or are these programs simply a measure by which to punish physicians and reimburse less? How many specialty physicians actually measure weight and height, other than those caring for those issues and simply rely on patients to provide that information? Does your Ortho, GI, dermatologist...
Editor's note: Dr. Kesselman's extended-length letter appears here.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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Ever wonder what the insides of high heels look like? (photo: Riccardo Nieddu) |
Source: Alejandra Simonetti via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE | |
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 20,000 DPMs AND STUDENTS
Whether you have used equipment to sell or are offering an associate position, PM News classified ads are the fastest, most-effective way of reaching over 20,000 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@podiatricnews.com or call (718) 897-9700 for details.
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE
A power MTI 526 Podiatry Chair, Ritter Midmark 204 Treatment table - drawers, reclines flat, plug in to outlet. Ritter by Midmark M9 UltraClave: Steam autoclave. Will help facilitate shipping from FL. All in EXCELLENT condition. Phuxctf@gmail.com or text 646-267-1075.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - ATLANTA, GEORGIA
Podiatry practice available in the Atlanta area. Excellent opportunity for expansion, satellite growth, or independent ownership. Office features 4 exam rooms, digital imaging, and modern equipment in a strong location with significant potential. Serious inquiries only. Contact ryan@summitfootankle.com for additional details and pricing information regarding this opportunity.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - PRICE, UTAH
Podiatry practice available in Carbon County. Excellent opportunity for expansion or independent ownership. Practice offers a broad variety of patient pathologies including sports medicine, diabetic care, wound care, routine foot care, and surgery. Office includes modern equipment, digital imaging, and multiple 3 exam rooms. Serious inquiries only. Contact ryan@summitfootankle.com.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - PROVO, UTAH
Podiatry practice available in Provo, Utah, located in one of Utah’s fastest-growing communities with close access to hiking, skiing, biking, and outdoor recreation. Excellent opportunity for expansion or independent ownership. Practice includes modern equipment, digital imaging, and 3 exam rooms. Serious inquiries only. Contact ryan@summitfootankle.com for additional details.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - ATHENS, GEORGIA
A very busy, well -established practice for sale. Well known in the community. 40 year-old practice. Referral from all the surrounding physicians and the hospital. Owner is retiring. Email musse53@yahoo.com
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OPPORTUNITY FOR SURGEONS – ILLINOIS
Join an established, highly successful ambulatory surgery center specializing in podiatry procedures with available OR block time in Illinois. Credentialed physicians have the unique opportunity to grow their practice in a proven, efficient surgical environment — with the potential to become a part-owner. Benefit from an efficient, patient-focused setting designed for clinical excellence, operational efficiency, and physician partnership. If interested, please contact me at jkazygarey@algonquinsurgerycenter.com
PT AND FT MOBILE POSITIONS - ORLANDO, TAMPA, FT. MYERS, JACKSONVILLE, 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
PODIATRY ASSOCIATE – ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Foot & Ankle Specialists of New Mexico has an exciting, immediate full-time position open for a board qualified or board-certified foot and ankle surgeon. You can view our website at footanklenm.com. Spanish speaking and Fellowship are a plus but not a requirement. Billing/coding experience is preferred. Compensation is a competitive salary plus a percentage bonus structure to start. 10k sign-on bonus for provider that starts before by September 1, 2026. Please email CV and cover letter to ACharlie@footanklenm.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
MOBILE PODIATRIST PART TIME OHIO-COLUMBUS/ DAYTON AREA
Onyx health group is looking to hire a podiatrist for nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Set your own hours, clinical support, excellent commission/ pay. New grads as well as those with experience are welcome to apply. Info@onyxhealthgrp.com
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE PODIATRIC PHYSICIAN – FULL-TIME | GREATER BALTIMORE AREA
Established 3-office practice seeks a motivated, board-certified/eligible podiatric physician with strong forefoot and rearfoot/ankle surgical skills. Focus areas include surgery, biomechanics, wound care and general foot care. Competitive salary, production bonus, malpractice coverage, and CME allowance. Submit CV, cover letter, and two references to baltrtpodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS
Come Move 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 POSITIONS - FL, WA, TEXAS, VIRGINIA, NEW JERSEY, WASHINGTON DC, NORTH CAROLNA
Podiatry positions available for immediate hire in Nursing Facilities in Tampa Florida, Spokane Washington, Central and Northwestern Virginia, Houston and South of Austin Texas, New Jersey, and Washington DC. Send CV and Cover letter to office@easternpodiatrypllc.com
PODIATRIST (NON-SURGICAL) | FLEXIBLE · REMOTE + FIELD VISITS · FULL TIME OR PART TIME
POD Health is seeking an entrepreneurial Podiatrist for a flexible hybrid role (home visits, clinic, events, telehealth). Choose full-time or part-time (2–3 days/week) with a schedule tailored to you. Join a fast-growing organization entering a new market, deliver exceptional patient-centered care, and shape an innovative service line. Learn more and apply now: https://podhealth.bamboohr.com/careers/430
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - FOOT HILLS OF NORTH CAROLINA
Position is available for a provider who currently holds or is in the process of acquiring an NC license. Our practice covers forefoot, rearfoot, ankle, and wound care. Hospital privileges at two local hospitals and an ambulatory center, as well as access to an in-office OR. We offer a competitive package including: Salary with a bonus structure - Malpractice and health insurance - 401K - Paid holidays and vacation. Enjoy small-town living conveniently located just 40 miles from Charlotte, NC. If you are interested, please contact me at mauney.jeff@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – AL, AZ, CO, GA, IA, KS, MO, NE, OK & 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 POSITION - SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA
Seeking full time associate podiatrist San Francisco Bay Area. East Bay location with 2 offices. Established, multi-office practice seeks full-time DPM to join a growing practice. Seeking highly motivated doctor with excellent patient skills. Must be board qualified / certified. Practice has a strong mix of office based minimally invasive surgery, surgery center, hospital. Competitive base salary + percentage, with large upside potential. 401k + benefits. Partnership track potential. Beautiful Bay Area locations. New grads welcome. Email CV to office@bayareapod.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – GOODYEAR, AZ (PHOENIX METRO)
Busy, modern podiatry practice seeking associate to join our growing team. Goodyear offers 350+ days of sunshine and excellent quality of life for families. Strong clinical volume with multiple ancillaries: EPAT/shockwave, MLS laser, DPMX, UltraMIST wound therapy, SWIFT, vascular/neuro testing, and on-site OR. Traditional MIS-trained surgeon strongly preferred. Interest in regenerative medicine a plus. Partnership opportunity available. Owner plans on retiring in 4-5 years. Email CV to: azpodiatrist@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CALIFORNIA
Largest group in the Central Valley is seeking associate in Visalia/Hanford. Must be highly motivated with good patient skills and personality. Must be board qualified or certified salary excellent with all paid benefits/incentives including malpractice/401k and profit sharing, and will help with student loan repayment. Compassionate and well-trained for immediate position. Office based, Surgery Center and hospital-based with no rest homes. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. Offering a permanent position in a multi-million dollar hi-tech practice. Please e-mail CV and short bio to acampos@wetreatyourfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – HUDSON VALLEY, NY
Busy podiatry office seeking full or part-time surgically-trained podiatrist. Office and wound care-based practice with hospital in and outpatient settings and surgery center affiliation. Located in the Hudson Valley, 50 minutes north of NYC near major highways. Competitive salary depending on experience. Please forward resume to Office@cappapodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ORANGE COUNTY, CA
Seeking associate position as part of a multi-location practice providing care in Orange County, CA. Must be motivated, honest and hard working. The practice is well rounded with all aspects of foot and ankle care. Base salary with bonus structure. Send CV to rjspencer11@gmail.com
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