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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,249 Subscribers Daily
January 08, 2016 #5,571  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
FL Podiatrist Uses Amniotic Tissue To Heal Shark Bite Wound
When a typical day at the beach turned into a terrifying encounter with a shark, 13 year old Alysa Whetro wondered if she'd ever be able to run track again. Doctors tried something unusual to heal her wounds - tissue from the umbilical cord of a healthy mother. The shark severed Alysa's Achilles tendon. It's an injury that normally takes more than six months to heal; but Amber Shane, DPM, FACFAS, Foot and Ankle Surgeon at Orlando Foot and Ankle Clinic used an innovative technique to repair the damage.
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"Amniotic tissue comes from the placenta, and those have been shown to have the highest amount of growth factors and growth cells to help tissues in healing," Dr. Shane told Ivanhoe. Dr. Shane covered Alysa's severed tendon with a square piece of tissue from an umbilical cord donated to science by a healthy mother. After two months in a cast, and two months of physical therapy, she is completely healed
Source: Chelly Boutott, greenbay.com [1/5/16]
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
Start Exercise Program Slowly to Prevent Overuse Injuries: MN Podiatrist
An area foot specialist who encourages exercise also offers some precautions to help ensure that exercise is beneficial and not detrimental to healthy feet and ankles. Dr. Kyle Abben, a foot and ankle surgeon and podiatrist with Jamestown Regional Medical Center, said people who have been inactive should start out slowly and build themselves up. Active people, especially those who have been idle, also tend to want to jump back into a heavy routine that could cause soreness or injury, he said.
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"I see a lot of stress fractures and shin splints from people who were going at it hard and trying to do a mile or two from scratch after not being active for a year or more," Abben said. "To avoid an overuse type injury, slow down and think long-term."
Source: Tom LaVenture, The Jamestown Sun [1/5/16]
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| HOSPITAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
NE Podiatrist Joins Jefferson Community Health Center
Dr. Nathan Larson is the new podiatrist serving patients at Jefferson Community Health Center through outpatient services. Larson, a podiatrist who recently completed his surgical training, began visiting Fairbury in July after the retirement of Dr. Fred James. Before his retirement, James had been seeing patients in the Fairbury clinic since 2006. He also saw additional patients at his clinics in Lincoln and Beatrice.
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Dr. Nathan Larson |
Larson graduated from podiatric medical school at Midwestern University in Glendale, AZ and completed a 3-year clinical and surgical residency in Waterloo, IA. He has now joined the Lincoln Foot Clinics in Lincoln and Beatrice, and currently serves patients in Fairbury, Marysville, KS, and elsewhere in Nebraska.
Source: Beatrice Daily Sun [1/5/16]
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| MEETING NEWS | |
10th Annual International External Fixation Symposium
The 10th Annual International External Fixation Symposium (IEFS), recently held in San Antonio, Texas was an incredible success. Highlights included a collaboration between the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, and the Ilizarov Award of Excellence presented in honor of Lawrence A. DiDomenico, DPM, FACFAS, for his many years of professional service and numerous academic contributions.
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Attendees at 10th Annual International External Fixation Symposium |
This year’s event brought speakers and participants from across the nation and internationally from Canada, Greece, Netherlands, and Romania. Next year’s 11th Annual IEFS will take place on December 8-10, 2016, in San Antonio, Texas.
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| PODIATRISTS AND THE LAW | |
IL Podiatrist Given 3-month Prison Term, Work Release for Hospital Fraud Scheme
A Chicago podiatrist convicted last summer for his role in a massive fraud scheme at Sacred Heart Hospital was sentenced Tuesday to three months in prison as well as three months of work release. U.S. District Judge Matthew Kennelly imposed the sentence on Dr. Shanin Moshiri, who must surrender to corrections authorities by March 9.
Source: Dawn Rhodes, Chicago Tribune [1/5/16]
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: Chondromyxoid Fibroma
Six months ago, surgical curettage w/packing of allograft bone putty was performed for a bone cyst in the 2nd metatarsal head for a 19 year old healthy, white male patient. He reported the condition was noticed for three months at the time.
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Chondromyxoid Fibroma |
The pathology report came back as chondromyxoid fibroma. His post-op course was unremarkable. Recently, the patient returned w/increased swelling and mild tenderness at the dorsum of the 2nd ray again. New x-rays reveal possible recurrence of the condition. Please advise with your recommended treatment options.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) - PART 1 | |
From: Ivar E. Roth DPM, MPH
Congratulations to podiatrists Drs. Jennifer D'Amico, Ali Khosroabadi, and Carl Kihm who went to Nepal and appeared on The Doctors show. This is great public relations for podiatry.
Ivar E. Roth DPM, MPH, Newport Beach, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) - PART 2 | |
From: Judith Rubin, DPM
I don't know where Dr. Borreggine is getting his information from, but Good Feet is alive and well and doing business throughout the Houston area, lying to people about orthotics and charging outrageous fees. They are even endorsed by the syndicated radio talk show host Michael Berry. Most people are paying between $300-$1200 for two to three pairs on their "step-up" theory of building up to harder orthotics. I went into one store and let the salesman know who I am and that I was a board certified podiatrist. He took me in the "back" of the store and showed me the already pre-made orthotics. He told me he knew they were "junk" but needed a job so what could he do.
Patients don't want to pay for another "custom made" pair of orthotics, since the Good Feet ones did not work. If they do want you to make them, they want their insurance to pay. When I ask them why they didn't bill their other orthotics to their insurance, they tell me they weren't dispensed by a doctor. So I ask you, why are we doing nothing about these companies? Google them and you will see that in the Houston area, with the blessings of Michael Berry, they are springing up all over, and certifying that "these orthotics are custom made."
Judith Rubin, DPM, Cypress, TX
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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Source: Kunihiko Morinaga via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 2 -ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
PART-TIME PODIATRIST POSITION - NORTHEAST TEXAS
Incredible opportunity for an ethical, self-motivating individual. Part time position with clinic patients waiting to be seen. You pick the days and we will supply the patients. This is a great chance for supplemental income in an well established podiatry practice. Please send your CV to tw.dpfc@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - OHIO
Well-established group practice in Ohio seeks a well-trained surgeon, PSR24/36. Our practice provides all of the latest technology needed to provide patients with the best care, including ultrasound, lasers, PAD testing, DME, EMR and digital x-ray. Competitive compensation package including salary base $120,000 and bonus. Please send CV to: DPMgroup1@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE - CALIFORNIA
Busy three office practice in Santa Cruz County, California seeking new associate. Must be BQ or BC. Full scope of patient care. Competitive salary, and health insurance. Come join us on the beautiful California coast. Please forward cover letter and CV to skyandellie@yahoo.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TEXAS - DALLAS SUBURBS
Seeking well rounded individual to join our well established, modern practice. Surgery, orthopedics, wound care, primary care and sports medicine. Very competitive salary with bonus structure and benefits. Early partnership opportunity for the right person. This is a rare opportunity. Please send letter of interest and CV to: Podiatrysbest@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PENNSYLVANIA
A well-established, podiatry practice located in Delaware County, PA, is seeking a BE/BC podiatrist to join our team. The ideal candidate is a highly skilled, personable, and hardworking physician with an interest in partnership. Please forward cover letter and a current CV via email to podiatrymgmt@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – YONKERS, NY
Well established podiatry practice is looking for part-time podiatrist to work 2-3 days per week, including some Saturdays. Will work to get you on as many plans as possible. Competitive compensation package with bonus structure and partnership/ownership opportunity for the right individual. Please submit resume to: Podiodoc@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL NJ
We are seeking a qualified Part Time or Full Time podiatrist for our office. We're a busy podiatry office with locations in Central NJ. The office has been in practice for over 25 years and has great reputations in its communities. The ideal doctor will be comfortable participating in community services such as health fairs, educational lectures and complimentary screenings. The office will provide you with every tool needed for your success such as treatment protocols, peer networking groups, as well as a full time marketing person. We're looking to hire immediately. Email newpodiatryhire@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - UPSTATE SOUTH CAROLINA
Established practice seeking ethical, skilled, hard working associate in summer 2016. Must be BQ(or BC) ABFAS and 3 year residency trained. Competitive salary and benefits with bonus and early partnership opportunities. Should have strong interest in advanced wound care. Great location and community. Forward cover letter and CV to: scsoledocs@gmail.com.
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA
Available in busy three office practice Leading to Partnership. Position available for graduate in 2016. Two locations in Indianapolis and 1 location outside of Metro area. Competitive salary and benefit package including 401, profit sharing, Health insurance. Surgery Center Ownership Available If interested forward letter and resume to Imalament1@comcast.net
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - FULL TIME/ PART TIME WISCONSIN
Opportunities to serve residents of long-term care facilities in Madison and Eau Claire areas of Wisconsin. High earning potential with competitive benefits as part of a 40 year old company for the right candidates. Contact ckestner@preferredpodiatry.com for additional information.
FELLOWSHIP – DIABETIC FOOT & WOUND (TEXAS)
One position for a 12-month TMB-approved Diabetic Foot and Wound fellowship beginning July 1, 2016. Candidate must have completed a podiatric residency/plastic surgical residency/general surgery residency and be eligible for Texas Medical License. Training involves all aspect of diabetic foot management. Curriculum focuses on surgical limb salvage, and medical management of the complex wound patient. Interested candidates should email their CV, personal statement and 3 letters of recommendation to latonya.rosales@utsouthwestern.edu. UT Southwestern is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHERN ARIZONA
Happy New Year! Owner desires to sell and transition from practice. Practice open full-time, recently implemented EHR and attested for MU Stage 1. Approximately one mile from newly constructed hospital. Opportunity to grow surgical volume and patient base. Priced to sell. Contact: Mike Crosby at MCrosby518@gmail.com.
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