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The Voice of Podiatrists
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January 02, 2023 #7,411  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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Louis L. Levine, President and CEO of NYCPM, Dies at 95
Louis L. Levine, 95, President and CEO of the New York College of Podiatric Medicine (NYCPM), died on December 23rd. Levine has been President and Chief Executive Officer of NYCPM since 1991. Prior to his selection by NYCPM’s Board of Trustees, he was Corporate Vice-President for Governmental and Public Affairs at Empire Blue Cross-Blue Shield, from 1980 to 1991. In March 1976, he became Chairman of the Executive Committee and Deputy Chairman of the Board of Directors of Group Health, Inc., serving until 1979.
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From 1966 to 1976, Mr. Levine served as Commissioner of Labor Affairs and as Industrial Commissioner of New York State under Governors Nelson Rockefeller, Malcolm Wilson, and Hugh Carey. Mr. Levine served in the U.S. armed forces for more than four decades, first in the Army Air Corps during World War II, and then in the U.S. Army Reserve, from which he retired in 1987 as a Lt. Colonel. In 2022, President Levine was inducted into the Podiatry Management Hall of Fame and received its Lifetime Achievement Award.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Age + Inappropriate Footwear + Genetics = Foot Trouble: CA Podiatrist
With every step, your feet take a pounding equivalent to up to 2.5 times your body weight. After decades of wear and tear, it’s no wonder foot woes start to crop up in your 50s. “Age plus weight plus inappropriate footwear plus genetics equals foot trouble,” says Eric Stamps, DPM, Dean of the California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University.
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For most foot ailments, starting with an over-the-counter fix is usually okay, Dr. Stamps says. See a foot doctor if pain is severe or things don’t get better in a week, or if the ailment interferes with your daily activities.
Source: Sari Harrar, AARP Magazine [12/21/22]
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| PODIATRISTS AND DIABETES | |
CA Podiatrist Participates in ADA Worldwide Webinar
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) recently hosted a worldwide webinar entitled “Dialogue with ADA: Addressing Opportunities & Challenges of Preventing Diabetes-Related Amputations”. This virtual event featured leading experts in the field, including Professors Rodica Pop Busui of University of Michigan, Richard Neville, Chief of Surgery at Innova Healthcare, and Professor David G. Armstrong, Director of the Southwestern Academic Limb Salvage Alliance at Keck School of Medicine of University of Southern California. The program was moderated by Lisa Murdock, Chief Advocacy Officer of the ADA.
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Dr. Armstrong shared his expertise on the importance of multidisciplinary care in preventing amputations, highlighting the role of various medical specialties such as podiatry, vascular surgery, primary care, endocrinology, and physical therapy in optimizing patient outcomes.
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| RELEVANT RESEARCH | |
Study of 1,583 Scarf Osteotomies Uncovers Outcome Stats
A team from the Gunderson Health System in La Crosse, Wisconsin have completed a systematic review of 1,583 scarf osteotomies and teased out the average rates of recurrence, troughing, avascular necrosis, nonunion, and more outcome statistics. The study, “The Incidence of Complications Following Scarf Osteotomy for the Treatment of Hallux Valgus: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis,” was published online on November 26, 2022, in The Journal of Foot & Ankle Surgery.
They reported that their meta-analysis was able to collect data from 1,583 scarf osteotomies. The weighted mean follow-up was 26.4 months. The researchers calculated a 5.1% rate of recurrence, 3.5% rate of troughing, 1.0% rate of avascular necrosis, 1.8% rate of nonunion, 2.7% rate of malunion, 2.4% rate of infection, 5.3% rate of complex regional pain syndrome, and 3.4% rate of hallux varus. The researchers also observed an average decrease in intermetatarsal angle of 6.3°. Study authors include Matthew R. Sieloff, DPM, Alexander R. Tokarski, DPM, Andrew D. Elliott, DPM, P. Michael Jacobs, DPM, and Andrew J. Borgert, PhD.
Source: Orthopedics This Week [12/23/22]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Five Trends for Health Systems in 2023
Adaptability and flexibility underscore nearly every major trend facing the healthcare industry in 2023.
5) Focus on the next generation - Practicing medicine is an incredibly rewarding and gratifying profession. To develop the next generation of the highest quality physicians, nurses, technicians, and other medical staff, the profession needs to put its best foot forward to recruit the most brilliant minds in 2023 and beyond, knowing the competition from other sectors will only make it more challenging.
This task is easier said than done. With the current generation, emphasizing workplace flexibility will be key. Medical students, wondering whether working 12-hour days are right for them, want to be assured that they will not be sentenced to a lifetime of grueling shifts. While the shifts might be longer and more demanding for younger workers as they develop experience, practices can offer better work-life balance as the staff advances in their careers. The ideal path might provide flexibility such that early-career physicians perform surgery and other procedures that require being on-call nights and weekends – then, as they advance in career, transition to hospital shifts or clinic work, where the urgent on-call requirements are less common.
Source: Ronald Grifka, MD, Medical Economics [12/15/22]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (RESIDENCY PERSPECTIVES) - PART 1A | |
From: Gene Mirkin, DPM
Kudos to Dr. Felley! For those of us who have been there and done that, his comments are a refreshing acknowledgment that hard work is expected as part of the training to become a doctor and surgeon. What a privilege to do what we do! I have no doubt this kind of attitude will pay dividends not only in his residency but also in his career! Nice job, Dr. Felley!
Gene Mirkin, DPM, Annapolis, MD
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (RESIDENCY PERSPECTIVES) -PART 1B | |
From: Howard Zlotoff, DPM
I enjoyed reading Dr. Felley’s article about residency programs. I had been a resident at a high-powered program that required 12-14 hours of daily responsibilities from 6 am pre-op rounds, operative assignments, post-operative rounds, and educational lectures, etc. My real life was suspended for years while I participated in my program. My marriage was tested and my health was stressed at times.
Then I went into private practice which was surgically oriented, and I quickly realized what a gift I was given. Private practitioners handed me the blade to cut on their patients, under their supervision of course, knowing I had no idea what I was doing. That takes unique character and strength once I became the surgeon handing over the blade.
Residents are vital to our medical system and their experiences in the operating room more than compensate them for the hours of work, inconveniences, and frustrations a program places on them. So, attending surgeons, please take a few moments to thank your staff and residents. And likewise, residents, take a moment to communicate your appreciation to be given this unique opportunity in your medical training!
Howard Zlotoff, DPM, Camp Hill, PA
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From: Harold Koehler, DPM
We are also getting denied on those codes with basically every non-Medicare plan. Appeals are a waste of time. On top of it, they pay the lesser paying code instead of the higher paying code. Insurance companies are basically a legal means of extortion. It would be nice to see them punished financially for their purposeful denial of legitimate claims to bolster their profits. A class action suit would be the best way to go if this was possible.
Harold Koehler, DPM, Auburn Hills, MI
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From: Name Withheld
I was one of the few to have this issue first. I made APMA aware of it, as the negotiation has stalled to a crawl between Aetna and APMA. I did suggest APMA get to threatening the health plan with exposure and recommending legal action, class actions, etc. The appeal letter is not the answer. Yes, I win every time, but I have to appeal over and over again. I suggest the following: APMA members should submit their good notes with the EOMBs to APMA. Flood them with this and demand they use your dues money to lawyer up, pay billing experts, and fight them.
Furthermore, we should all write letters to the U.S. Department of Labor asking them to take sanctions and fines for such abuse! Maybe we should start telling our patients to switch plans to avoid us from charging them what the health plan rejects. APMA and AMA should demand a cost of living increase of 5 percent from this health plan and others. We are being taken advantage of.
Name Withheld
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RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE AND FACULTY POSITIONS, AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CENTRAL NEW YORK
Multi-doctor, multi-office podiatric practice looking for a full time associate to support our growing patient demand. Candidate must be highly motivated, hardworking, and exhibit excellent bedside manner. Competitive salary (base + bonus) offered with benefits. Four season fun abounds in beautiful Central New York! Must be actively seeking Board Certification or already Board Qualified or Board Certified. Send CV to Practice Manager at info@westsidepodiatrycenter.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WESTERN PA
Well-established podiatry practice in Western, PA looking for a full-time podiatrist to join their team. Position will involve seeing patients at multiple hospitals, wound care centers and satellite offices. Basic qualification: Graduation from an accredited medical school and completed accredited residency program. Board Certified/Qualified in forefoot and/or rearfoot surgery preferred. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to our team members. email CV to: kmiko@hmapgh.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CHANDLER/GILBERT ARIZONA
Growing multi-location practice with immediate opening for a skilled podiatrist to join our team at preferred foot and ankle specialists. Seeking full time DPM with current AZ state license and ABFAS or on track for ABFAS. Competitive salary and bonus structure. Send CV to ANOLAN.PFAS@GMAIL.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.
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – DELAWARE
Brandywine Podiatry a 12-doctor practice throughout the state is looking for 2 associates: 1.) Sports medicine focused associate, working with physical therapists, trainers, coaches, and athletes. 2.) Office/Hospital-based associate looking to start or relocate to advance your career. Send CV to: savage6026@comcast.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CALIFORNIA
Largest group in the central valley is seeking associate. 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 tflores@wetreatyourfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – HUDSON VALLEY, NY
We are a high-volume, diversified, multi-office podiatry practice utilizing state-of-the-art modalities. Excellent mix of general podiatry, surgery (forefoot and rearfoot) and diabetic wound care. We service Ulster, Orange, Dutchess, Greene, and Delaware counties. Ample growth opportunity for a personable and highly-motivated DPM. Excellent wound care opportunity, if desired. info@hvfa.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – JOPLIN, MISSOURI
Established practice looking to add a third podiatrist and eventual partner. Senior podiatrist is non-surgical thus surgery volume high, if desired. Joplin is an outdoorsman’s paradise, a fantastic place to live and raise a family. Please send CV and cover letter to mnmrichins@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MONROE, LA
Full-time associate position available next fall. 2 year contract, 100k base 1st year, 150k base 2nd year, and realistic bonus structure. Malpractice, Health Insurance, Boards, plus more paid 100%. Sign-on and Moving bonus. No call. 2 weeks paid off, plus holidays. Low cost of living, family friendly. Email Resume to Dr.lukehunter@gmail.com
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST, FL
Work where you want to live. Supportive environment, Sunny SWFL, build your surgical boards cases quickly, busy, modern, technologically advanced offices. ABFAS BC/BQ a must, EMR, CT, DME, Base salary + bonus, PTO, 401K, health ins. 1 ACFAS fellowship position also DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - LOS ANGELES, CA
Associate positions as part of a rapidly growing practice providing care in Los Angeles. Position including hospital rounding, clinic and skilled nursing facility providing wound care and limb salvage. Position comes with a competitive salary with full benefits including CME allowance, Health, Dental, Vision coverage as well as matching 401k plan. Email resume to info@woundinstitute.com
FULL TIME PODIATRIST - NEW JERSEY
We are a fast-growing podiatry practice in New Jersey with multiple locations and Doctors. We are currently looking for a full-time motivated and caring Doctor to join our busy practice. Some benefits include: competitive six-figure salary, generous, guaranteed bonus structure, health insurance (including vision & dental), paid vacation time off, paid malpractice insurance and CME time off. Great prospects for experienced Doctors as well as new Associates. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your Podiatric medical and surgical experience in an office-based practice! If interested, please submit your CV to DrSamofal@PodiatryCenterNJ.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION -- LAS VEGAS, NEVADA
Busy and well-established practice in Las Vegas, NV. Must have excellent bedside manner. Send cover letter and CV to: sierra@lasvegasacfac.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – DALLAS, TX
Well established practice in the Dallas-Fort Worth Texas area, seeking part or full time associate offering competitive compensation packages. We are looking for a personable, motivated, well trained, and hardworking, Board Eligible Certified podiatrist. Please email inquiries/CV with one minute introductory video to minah@drdaveysuh.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ST. GEORGE, UTAH
Immediate Doctor of Podiatric medicine position for a well-trained, highly motivated individual. Location: St. George, Utah. Competitive salary with commission structure. Benefits include: PTO, CME allowance, health and malpractice insurance. Must be confident in working solo in your own office environment. Please email Cover Letter and CV to vanessa.deleon@summitmedicalpartners.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – HUDSON VALLEY, NY
Opportunity to improve your quality of life and start a thriving career in the beautiful Hudson Valley. Offices are located in Hudson and Catskill. We are looking for skilled, well rounded podiatric surgeon. Position available immediately but also willing to wait for skilled resident to begin in July. Please send CV to: mzhubrak@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA
Join a well-established, busy and growing podiatric practice. We are fully integrated with the medical community in a large tertiary teaching hospital. Research opportunities are available. Applicant should be ethical, personable, hardworking, and committed to quality patient care. We are offering a competitive salary with bonus opportunities and a wide range of benefits. Associate position can lead to partnership. All interested candidates should send a resume to JCMOOREDPM@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN
Opportunity to join a well established and expanding practice. Expertise in wound care a plus. Benefits: 401k, health insurance, paid time off, and bonus potential. Email CV and letter of interest to info@monpod.com or fax 734-241-1961
ASSOCIATE POSITION – GEORGIA
Large multi-site podiatry group seeking Board Qualified/Certified podiatric surgeon for a location in GA. This is an outstanding opportunity with steady new patient volume and a well-trained team. We offer an excellent compensation and benefit package. Please send inquiries and CV to doctors@podiatryinga.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. LOUIS, MO
Rapidly growing podiatry practice in desirable area is seeking a personable, outgoing, and self-motivated individual, who is competent in office-based practices, surgery, and enjoys all aspects of podiatry. Position available immediately and/or July 2023. Salary is percentage based with bonus and incentives. Please send CV and letter of interest to podiatrystlouis@gmail.com
FULL-TIME or PART-TIME PODIATRIST - DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA
PSR 24-36 Trained Multi-dimensional, Multi-office group treating a wide range of patients to include: forefoot, rearfoot, diabetic wound care, sports medicine and work-related injuries. Modern offices and equipment. A great opportunity for driven personable individual. Please e-mail Cover letter, CV, Letter of references Email: cnunez1940@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CT (GREENWICH)
Full time position available. A very busy schedule and competitive compensation package is being offered. Our EMR system is MacPractice and digital x-ray is 20/20 Imaging. Sonoace ultrasound, a PinPointe laser, and an EPAT by Curamedix as well. Please visit our website www.greatfootcare.com and send resume to DrKassaris@GreatFootCare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - EUGENE, OREGON
Growing practice seeking highly skilled, ethical, and personable physician. ABFAS BQ/BC required. Competitive salary, benefits, paid malpractice. Partnership path for the right candidate. Practice sees wide range of foot/ankle pathology. No nursing homes. New, modern office & equipment; digital x-ray, shockwave. Email CV to monica@cascadiafootandankle.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION- FT/PT - AUSTIN/SAN ANTONIO, TX
Growing practice looking for associate to provide care to Nursing Homes and ALF's in the greater Austin and San Antonio, TX areas. Earn 50% of receivables to start; P/T = Six figures. Flexible schedule; Be your own boss. For info email: t.fisher@thebestfootforward.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - GREATER HARTFORD, CT
Our four-doctor practice is looking for an associate to join us this coming Summer. Competitive six figure salary with a bonus structure, health insurance, 401-k and vacation benefits. You must be personable. Surgical training is desired. Send resume to amldpm64@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – VA, CT, DE, FL, MD, MO, PA, OH, NJ, NY, TN
PediRite provides care to nursing home residents. Excellent opportunities working in our contracted facilities. Flexible scheduling, very lucrative commissions! Great match if you have open days/hours in your schedule. Resume to sara@sightrite.com (sign-on bonus for VA)
WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP - NEW YORK
CPME APPROVED 12 month fellowship beginning July 1st, 2023. Hospital and clinic environment, with onsite hyperbaric medicine. Working with infectious disease, as well as, general, vascular, and podiatric surgeons. Must have completed a PMSR residency. Please contact or jtfootcare@gmail.com. EOE employer.
LIMB SALVAGE FELLOW POSITION – LOS ANGELES, CA
art of a busy rapidly growing practice providing care in Los Angeles. Position includes multiple settings for learning including tertiary and community hospitals, private clinic with in house surgery center and skilled nursing facilities. Training also includes practice management along with coding training. Position comes with a competitive salary with full benefits including CME allowance, Health, Dental, Vision coverage as well as matching 401k plan. Email resume to info@woundinstitute.com
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EQUIPMENT FOR SALE – CONNECTICUT
Podiatry equipment 4 power podiatry chairs, ultrasound machine, digital x-ray system, Xcel x-ray, treatment cabinets, side chairs, autoclave and more. Call 203-710-5273.
ACTIVE PRACTICE FOR SALE IN TARZANA CALIFORNIA
Serious inquires only great location across from major hospital three treatment rooms and all equipment free parking great staff. Perfect for one or two doctors text 818-451-8441 Email drpatriciawalters@gmail.com.
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