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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,240 Subscribers Daily
January 11, 2016 #5,573  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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Results of Last Week's Poll |
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Should Dr. Scholl's be allowed to advertise "custom-fit orthotics"? |
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| STATE PODIATRY NEWS |
MN Podiatrist Re-appointed to State Podiatry Board
Governor Mark Dayton announced the re-appointment of James Nack, DPM of Mankato, MN to the Board of Podiatric Medicine. His term expires January 6, 2020.
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Dr. James Nack |
A native of Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, Dr. Jim Nack joined the Mankato Clinic in 1992. Prior to joining the clinic, he was Assistant Professor of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery at the University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences. He is Board Certified in Podiatric Surgery and is past President of the Minnesota Podiatric Medical Association.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
NY Podiatrist's Organization Collects Over 10,000 Pairs of Shoes
In 2010, Dr. Mary Carlson didn’t expect to be running a charity in addition to her Williston Park podiatry practice. In the fall of that year, she set up a booth at the Williston Day Street Fair to collect shoes for people who needed them. She put an ad for the shoe drive in the Williston Times, expecting a modest collection. But people came with shopping bags and garbage bags full of shoes, she said, and her booth netted more than 500 pairs that day.
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Dr. Mary Carlson (center left) with volunteers |
A few months later, she turned the effort into Shoes for All, a non-profit that’s given more than 45,000 pairs of shoes to local charities since then, including a delivery of more than 300 pairs Dec. 22 to Harvest for the World in Roosevelt. With help from a total of about 50 volunteers, Shoes For All collects, cleans, sorts, and distributes between 13,000 and 15,000 pairs of shoes each year, Carlson said.
Source: Noah Manskar, Island Now [1/7/16]
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| LEGAL NEWS | |
DOJ Scrutinizes Podiatric Residencies For Possible Discrimination in Advertising
Hall Render has become aware that the Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of Special Counsel for Immigration-Related Unfair Employment Practices (“OSC”) is currently investigating numerous hospitals across the country on the grounds that the hospitals’ advertisements for podiatric residency positions may be in violation of the Immigration and Nationality Act (“INA”).
OSC, which is responsible for enforcing the anti-discrimination provision of the INA, has notified affected hospitals by letter that advertisements placed through the Centralized Application Service for Podiatric Residencies may be unlawful if they restrict podiatry residency positions to U.S. citizens. Hospitals with podiatry residency programs should take immediate steps to determine whether they received a letter from OSC. Violations of the anti-discrimination provision of the INA can result in substantial civil monetary penalties.
Source: Hall Render Blog [1/6/16]
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| PODIATRIC PRODUCTS IN THE NEWS | |
FDA Approves PMA Supplement for Integra® Dermal Regeneration Template (IDRT)
Integra LifeSciences Holdings Corporation has announced that the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the PMA Supplement for Integra® Dermal Regeneration Template (IDRT) for the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers (DFU). The approval of this new indication is based on results from the FOUNDER (FOot Ulcer New DErmal Replacement) Study, a multi-center, randomized, controlled, parallel group clinical trial conducted under an Investigational Device Exemption (IDE). The FOUNDER Study showed that patients treated with IDRT demonstrated a 59% improvement in the incidence of complete wound closure compared to standard of care. IDRT, with its newly approved DFU indication, will be marketed under the name Integra® Omnigraft™ Dermal Regeneration Template.
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Dr. Lawrence Lavery |
“The new indication for IDRT, supported by clinical evidence, will benefit clinicians and their patients. This product has been used in the operating room to treat life-threatening third-degree burns since 1996, and can now be used in the clinic to treat patients who suffer from diabetic foot ulcers,” said FOUNDER Study Principle Investigator Lawrence A. Lavery, DPM, MPH of University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.
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Obama Vetoes ACA Repeal Bill
As promised, President Obama has vetoed legislation that would have overturned the Affordable Care Act. The House of Representatives had passed the bill in a largely party-line vote on Wednesday, following earlier Senate passage, despite Obama's previous vow to veto it. Democrats hold enough seats in both houses to prevent an override, if they follow previous voting patterns in support of Obama.
In a message to the House explaining his veto, Obama said the repeal "would reverse the significant progress we have made in improving healthcare in America," adding that the law "is working."
Source: John Gever, Medpage Today [1/8/16]
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Recommended Sports Shoe Lists
Where are DPMs getting recommended sports shoe lists to give to patients?
Catherine Yack, DPM, Huntsville, AL
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From: Salvatore J Galluzzo, DPM
It appears that there is some boney abnormality with osseophytic bone and exostosis at the site of 2nd met head repair possibly due to too much bone or some abnormal motion at that MTPJ area. You could do a scan or MRI to see if the area is bone or recurrent fibrous tissue.
Salvatore J Galluzzo, DPM, Clifton Park, NY
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Also makes a nice planter |
Who says a shoes must be leather? And that ceramic must be smooth?
Source: Mengqi Ding via Virtual Shoe Museum
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MEETING NOTICES
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 2 -ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
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
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW YORK CITY / NEW JERSEY
Highly ethical and motivated practitioner sought. Experienced, assertive, podiatric surgeon wanted. All aspects of forefoot, rearfoot, and ankle surgery. Board qualified or certified. Please send C.V. to bunioncenter135@yahoo.com
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.
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 - 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
LIMB SALVAGE FELLOWSHIP – UCSF -SAN FRANCISCO
UCSF is currently accepting applications for its 12 month Limb Salvage fellowship beginning July 1, 2016. The Fellowship focuses on Research and advanced techniques in limb salvage. The fellow will receive: $60,000 salary and benefits with at least 1 fully funded conference to attend. Please submit a Letter of interest, CV, and 3 Letters of recommendation to: Alex Reyzelman, DPM, at alexander.reyzelman@ucsf.edu.
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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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 1 - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE –CENTRAL FLORIDA
Practice available in a small town in Central Florida. Podiatrist retiring. Was full 4 day practice but now 2 days due to illness. Easily expanded. Same location over 30 years. Surgical and hospital privileges available but not required. Purchase equipment and assume patient care . Send inquiries to DDave9388@aol.com
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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