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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 15,675 Podiatrists Daily
January 03, 2014 #4,958  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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Advance Notice - PM News will not be publishing from January 13-17th
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| ACFAS NEWS | |
TX Podiatrist Named Section Editor at JFAS
George Liu, DPM, FACFAS has been appointed Section Editor, Adult Reconstruction – Rearfoot & Ankle at the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery (JFAS).
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Dr. George Liu |
Dr. Liu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and President of the Faculty Senate at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, Texas.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
MD Podiatrist Joins a Mid-Atlantic Supergroup
Dr. Andrew L. Liss joined Foot and Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic, LLC (FASMA), January 1, 2014. With this addition, the group adds a new location, in Columbia, MD, making it the group’s 14th practice location with a total of 22 podiatrists.
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Drs. Andrew L. Liss and Gene S. Mirkin |
Dr. Liss graduated from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine and completed a two-year surgical residency at the Maryland Podiatric Residency Program. He has been practicing in Maryland, for over 25 years. He has served as Chief of Podiatry at Howard County General Hospital and as the Director of the Montgomery County Podiatric Residency Program. Additionally, he is Past President of the Maryland Podiatric Medical Association (MPMA), and continues to serve on MPMA's Executive Board.
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Onus is on Diabetic Patients to Seek Foot Treatment: UK Podiatrist
The team staff at Brocklehurst House says that while many improvements have been made in diabetics getting foot checks while in the hospital, the onus is on patients checking their own feet at home and recognizing signs early so amputations can be avoided. "We rely on people phoning us when there is an emergency foot problem," says Donna Welch, advanced podiatrist for diabetes.
"Unfortunately, we have had occasions when people have delayed getting specialist care and they haven't been aware of the fact they can come to Brocklehurst House straight away, rather than coming through their GP or district nurse," says Welch.
Source: Emma Wright, Hull Daily Mail [12/31/13]
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Storz Shock Wave Machines
I am considering buying a new shock wave device by Storz. There are three models, MP 50, MP 100 and MP 200. The only real difference between MP 50 and MP 100 is that MP 100 can go to 5 bars of pressure vs. 4 bars for the MP 50. Is there any reason to spend an extra $5,000 for the MP 200?
Peter Bregman, DPM, Las Vegas, NV
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RE: Single-Payer System
From: Jim Fisher, DPM
ICD-10, decreases in our remuneration, increases in Medicare scrutiny, and a whole lot more anxiety seem to portend where we are going.There is no quick fix on the horizon. But let us just for a moment (re)consider getting the insurance companies out of medicine, i.e., a single-payer system.
The following is an excerpt from the New York Times, "The Single-Payer Alternative" by Nancy Folbre, November 25, 2013: "My fellow Economix blogger Uwe E Reinhardt, expanding on this theme, notes that the Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Sciences recently estimated excess administrative costs [insurance companies over Medicare and Medicaid] of $191 billion, again more than enough to attain truly universal healthcare coverage."
If 70% of podiatrists (and I am guessing as many allopaths, osteopaths, dentists) are as unhappy with their profession, a single payor system does promise one thing - simplicity. If you agree, consider joining Physicians for a National Health Program (pnhp.org). It is not expensive to join and it can be the future.
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RE: Would You Change Occupations if You Could?
From: Alan Sherman, DPM
So what are we to make of the PM News poll results of 925 of our colleagues indicating 55% would change professions if they could, and another 15% might? Are these doctors that unhappy with their profession? Are they really that dissatisfied? I must admit, I was shocked to see these poll results unfolding and have shared quite a few thoughts on what they might mean with my colleagues. I wanted to see a few responses from readers before chiming in with my thought…
The United States was the first country to state that every man has a right to the pursuit of happiness, and promising it to its citizens. Note that the Declaration of Independence didn't purport to guarantee happiness...only...
Editor's note: Dr. Sherman's extended-length letter can be read here.
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 1
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (MEDICAL/LEGAL) | |
From: Steven J. Kaniadakis, DPM
My post related to the Banyan® crash cart. We kept it under our surgical suite back table. We also had Armstrong's Medintech® flooring. This is a type of non-conductive flooring. Electrical-type currents from an AED or electro-cautery require grounding (plates, floors, etc). This is especially true when oxygen is flowing.
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 2
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| CLASSIFIED ADS |
PRECEPTORSHIP POSITION – NYC AND SURROUNDING AREAS
Position open immediately for New York City and surrounding areas. Must be motivated, personable and able to travel to several offices as need arises. This is an opportunity to work with and learn from several different podiatrists. Please respond with resume to: podiatry8888@yahoo.com.
PODIATRY OFFICE FOR RENT - STATEN ISLAND, NY
1000 square foot (approximate) office in large modern medical center. Good parking, public transportation, 36 years as a podiatry office. 5 exam rooms, business office, lab, reception room, bathroom, central air. Great layout. Designed for Podiatry/medical. Call 212 794 0089
PRACTICE FOR SALE - DENVER, COLORADO
Established metro practice desires transfer of a successful practice to an experienced, board certified podiatric physician. Exceptionally well equipped with PinPointe /CO2 lasers, EHR Management System, Digital X-Ray (early 2014) and more. For a confidential discussion and details: Contact Mike Crosby, CPA, MBA, Provider Resources, LLC: mcrosby518@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TAMPA, FL
Ethical business-minded practitioner to join a small growing group in the Tampa Florida area. Owner/Buy-In should be your goal. Must have strong marketing skills and be willing to get out into the community. You will need strong business development and practice management skills with willingness to research and bring new ideas to the table. Write to us and explain why you want to join our practice and what you have to offer. I will assume that you have strong surgical skills so please elaborate on other qualities. Send CV and Check our website www.thetampapodiatrist.com/. Email docmkatz@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTHEAST VIRGINIA
Group practice seeking personable well trained podiatrist. ABPS Qualified/Certified. Must be motivated with excellent clinical, charting and surgical skills – comfortable with all aspects of podiatry including limb salvage and flatfoot reconstruction. Practice has all modern conveniences and experienced support staff. Send email of intent (subject: New Associate) with CV:1footassociate@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – HARRISBURG, PA
Advanced Podiatry is seeking a full-time podiatrist in a professional environment for all ages in the office and nursing homes. Applicants must be BC/BE in ABPM or ABPS. Advanced Podiatry is located in Harrisburg, PA. Position pays salary plus benefits. If interested call 717-657-5050 or email at lvgreerdpm@verizon.net.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTH CAROLINA
South Carolina's largest provider of foot care is a multi-doctor, multi-location practice currently seeking a highly skilled, personable, and hardworking physician to join our TEAM. South Carolina License is necessary. Above average salary and benefits. Please send Letter of Interest and CV to:scdpmjobs@gmail.com
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