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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,461 Subscribers Daily
January 09, 2017 #5,836  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
NY Podiatrist Joins Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists
Stephanie Hook, DPM has joined Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists as part of its foot and ankle team. She is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine, and is skilled in rheumatologic conditions, pediatrics podiatry, and diabetic foot care.
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Dr. Stephanie Hook |
Hook received her DPM from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in Cleveland and was a resident at Catholic Health System in Buffalo, and then served as chief podiatry resident.
Source: Syracuse Post Standard [1/5/17]
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| PODIATRIST AND THE LAW | |
GA Podiatrist Charged with Illegal Distribution of Opioids
Dr. Arnita Avery-Kelly, a podiatrist at Podiatric Medical Surgical Services, was arraigned on federal charges of illegal distribution of opioid pain killers and other drugs in Sandy Springs and Lithonia, GA. From December 2014 through August 2015, Avery-Kelly allegedly prescribed more than 116,500 oxycodone, 41,800 hydromorphine, and 400 fentanyl patches.
Source: Ellie Hensley, Atlanta Business Chronicle [1/5/17]
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| MEETING NEWS | |
IPED Holds "Personal Touch" Inaugural Meeting
The newly formed Institute for Podiatric Excellence & Development (IPED) held its inaugural meeting at the beautiful Lago Mar Beach Resort in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Over 70 podiatrists and staff participated in an intimate and relaxed environment which featured interactive lectures, workshops, conducted by some of America's best known practice management experts. This format lent itself to productive mentoring opportunities and best practice ideas.
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Attendees at IPED Inaugural Meeting |
Unique to this personal touch concept was an opportunity for all attendees to sign up to be taken to dinner at nearby restaurants by exhibitors. These small group, off-site convivial gatherings were a huge hit with both exhibitors and attendees, with everyone benefitting from these interactions.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (SPORTS MEDICINE) | |
From: Vince Marino, DPM
Out here in CA, I have seen this issue come up many times and in my opinion, cleats of any kind in a child that young is not a good idea. The biggest problem I have seen is that most of the fields the children play on are turf. When using cleated shoes, the actual cleats themselves act as source of pressure exerted onto the plantar surface of the foot. The cleats usually end up being located under one or more of the metatarsal growth plates and under the calcaneus. This in and of itself causes pain.
If a child is not in high school, I recommend they wear “Turf Shoes.” These have treads specially designed for turf traction and they eliminate the pressure from the cleats. I recommend this for children in all sports including lacrosse, soccer, and other turf sports.
Vince Marino, DPM, Novato, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (MEDICAL LEGAL) | |
From: Lawrence Kobak, DPM, JD, Cindy Pezza, PMAC
In response to the podiatrist about to join an orthopedic group, the laws are state-specfic. I recommend that the podiatrist uses a healthcare attorney licensed in their state. In New York, the law is clear; a podiatrist may not be a partner in practice with an MD; the only potential exception being an Article 28 facility. I agree with writer that getting the proper legal advice prior to signing anything will help avoid needless trouble afterwards.
Lawrence Kobak, DPM, JD, Mineola, NY
I highly recommend the services of Stan Churchwell, Esq. of Dallas, TX. He is an attorney practicing health law and also practiced podiatry for 25 years. He has helped many of the physicians we have consulted with to draft and review several contracts (on both ends of the spectrum; employers/senior docs and employees/associates).
Cindy Pezza, PMAC, President and CEO, Pinnacle Practice Achievement, LLC
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CODINGLINE CORNER) | |
From: Jerry Peterson, DPM
Before you go calling the State Board, I suggest that you contact your state association’s representative on legislative activities. I am sure they have a committee and chairperson on this. If not, ask the component president. Going to the state could cause the opening of a can of worms when you don’t ask the right people the correct question.
When you deal with government or any regulatory agency, you always want to know the answer BEFORE you ask the question! There may be better people to ask.
Jerry Peterson, DPM, West Linn, OR
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Morton Wittenberg, DPM
Mort was a wonderful colleague and taught me a lot about practice management. Right after I finished my military commitment, before establishing private practice, Mort asked me to take his practice in Augusta for two months while he went to Israel to represent his United Hebrew Congregation in Augusta. He was President that year. I did that task for him, and the first thing that happened when he returned was that he chewed out my butt because I had not have one of the staff file the insurance for a hammertoe correction that I had done while he was gone. Everything else was covered, but he didn't care (I missed a trick).
Mort and I stayed friends for years and were mutually acquainted with another dear friend, Jerry Levine, from Detroit, who was another one of my mentors during my residency. Mort and Joe Addante, DPM, who wrote a comment about Mort recently, were both mentors to me when I was on the APMA Board of Trustees with them. It is so hard to see mentors expire and leave a hole in the legacy of podiatric medicine.
Richard H. Lanham, DPM
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MEETING NOTICES
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 1- PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SARASOTA, FLORIDA
Neurogenx Nerve Center for sale in Sarasota Florida. Stand alone practice being sold by owner/operators. Can be purchased by non--physician and we will continue as medical directors. Located in medical complex. Turn-key operation. Ready to go. Contact footdoc6@yahoo.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - MASON CITY, IA PRICED TO SELL
Well-established, full range, solo podiatry practice for 34 years. Located in professional building next to hospital. Fully equipped with digital x-ray system. Currently 3 days/week, 5-year average gross $409K and $265K net with growth potential. Call 641-423-1565 after 5PM (CST) or e-mail sbrau@mchsi.com
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST - FREDERICK, MARYLAND
Group practice seeks well-trained podiatrist to join our group. Our practice has all the bells and whistles. Hospital emergency room call is required. Must be confident in Trauma, Ankle Fractures and Diabetic Limb Salvage. Drsteinberg@mynewfeet.com
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE – INDIANAPOLIS
For motivated, hard-working residency-trained podiatrist in busy 3-office practice leading to partnership. Would consider 2017 residency graduate. 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. Forward letter and resume to Imalament1@comcast.net.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PISCATAWAY AND HILLSBOROUGH, NJ
We are a busy office with locations in Piscataway and Hillsborough, NJ. The office has been in practice for over 25 years and has great reputations in its communities. We are looking for a motivated, driven doctor to work in and grow the office. This candidate will be comfortable meeting doctors and business owners in the area to build referral relationships .The office will provide you with every tool needed for your success such as treatment protocols, peer networking groups, and a full time marketing person. Hiring immediately- drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN MICHIGAN
Associate wanted for rapidly growing multi-physician practice. Competitive pay with partnership track available. Great opportunity for right person. Must have good work ethic and no ego. Send CV and contact information to: Staff@Advanas.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. LOUIS, MO
Expanding group practice seeks full-time podiatrist to join our team, we have state of the art facilities with EHR, lasers, EPAT, digital x-ray, etc. Candidates must have completed a PSR/36 residency and be well-trained, ethical and collegial. Competitive salary with incentives and benefits. If interested, please Contact CHARLENEW@FACSTL.COM.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NASSAU COUNTY, NY
Exciting opportunity! Busy Nassau County, NY office seeks full time podiatrist. State-of-the-art facility. Complete EMR, digital radiograph and diagnostic ultrasound. Excellent salary and benefits. must be board qualified. Please email CV to medicalofficeinquiry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - EAST CENTRAL FLORIDA
Large Practice in East Central Florida has a fulltime position open. Responsibilities include servicing patients in ALF and SNF facilities along with inpatient hospital responsibilities. To apply please go to www.yourcareerinpodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION-UPSTATE SOUTH CAROLINA
Group practice seeking hard working associate after January 1. ABFAS BC or 3 year residency preferred. Should have strong interest in surgery and wound care. Competitive salary and benefits with bonus and partnership opportunities. Near mountains and lakes. Forward letter of introduction and CV to: scsoledocs@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – PHILADELPHIA SUBURBS
Seeking an outstanding, highly motivated candidate with top-notch personal, clinical and confident surgical skills and training to join established & highly esteemed diverse practice. Full privileges available for entire podiatric spectrum of practice. Great opportunity with long-term potential. Send complete resume and references to footandankle22@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CAPITAL DISTRICT NEW YORK
Two office practice, well established over 45 years. Practice includes surgery, sports medicine and general podiatry. ooking for motivated, well-rounded associate. Base pay, bonus package, and other benefits included. send resumes to: dicaps@msn.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW YORK
Well rounded, hospital based, podiatry practice includes general podiatric pathology, sports medicine, surgery, and wound care/ limb salvage. Currently 4 DPMS and 3 offices. Large number of new patients monthly, digital x-rays, and EMR. Offices located 75 miles north of New York City, in the beautiful Hudson Valley. More affordable cost of living; great place to live. Excellent opportunity as 2 senior DPMs continue to cut down. Seeking an associate leading to potential partnership. Must have PM & S- 36 training. Please email CV to eriksims@hotmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY
Multi-office podiatry practice in Central/Eastern Suffolk County seeks part time (possibly full-time) associate, leading to partnership. New York State license required. Must be self-motivated and energetic. Competitive compensation package. Please email CV to newpodiatrist@optimum.net.
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE OPPORTUNITY – CHICAGO
Multi-location group-Chicago/Near West Suburbs - Opening for ABFAS Board Certified/Qualified associate for Chicago. Surgical/ortho patient load. No nursing homes. Must hit the door running! EMR, digital x-ray, laser, ultrasound, shockwave, surgery center & amazing support staff. Benefits available, associateship available for the right doc. Send CV to chicagopodwork@gmail.com
2017 GRADUATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - LONG ISLAND
Expanding Long Island based, well rounded group practice seeks 2017 third and fourth year graduating residents or fellows to join our state-of-the-art practices. Our practices are affiliated with multiple hospital systems, surgical and wound care centers and a residency program. Requirements: Caring, ethical, board qualified/certified candidates with surgical training and leadership qualities who are willing to live/relocate to the Long Island, NY metro area. Email CV to: Drbrook@countryfootcare.com
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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 16,500 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@prodigy.net or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at davidekagan@gmail.com or call (215) 808-0770.
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