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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 13,500 Podiatrists Daily
January 12, 2012 #4,356  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A service of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Choose Comfort Over High Fashion: NY Podiatrist
Joanie Galestro loves wearing high heels so much, she sports a tattoo of one on her ankle and has a collection of some 300 shoe figurines in her Great Kills home. She particularly favors stilettos with heels rising up to four inches high. The result? She’s seeing New Dorp podiatrist Dr. Cindy Resnick for treatment of blisters that formed on the sides of her big toes from the shoes rubbing up against them.
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(Dr. Cindy Resnick and Joanie Galestro (Photo: Bill Lyons) |
Crowding of toes inside a tight toebox often aggravates bunions and hammertoes, and can cause blisters and ingrown toenails from shoe irritation, explained Dr. Resnick. She advises women to stick with the "most comfortable shoes they have" in the aftermath of the holidays, suggesting a good running shoe that’s roomy and well-padded. And if possible, wear trouser socks, which offer extra cushioning.
Source:Andrea Boyarsky, SIlive.com [1/9/12]
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
NY Podiatrist Elected to NYCPM Board of Trustees
Kathleen Reilly Fallon, DPM, a Board Certified Wound Care Specialist and Foot & Ankle Specialist, has been elected by unanimous vote to the Board of Trustees of the New York College of Podiatric Medicine at the most recent meeting of the Board. Dr. Reilly obtained her DPM degree in 1994 from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, and went on for further medical studies at New York Medical College.
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| Dr. Kathy Reilly Fallon |
Fallon has worked at the Midtown Health Center in New York City for the last 16 years. For over 10 years, she worked at St. Vincent’s Midtown Hospital and the St. Vincent’s Family Health Center as a Doctor/Surgeon specializing in Foot and Ankle surgery. She has authored several medical journal articles and published two books. She is also an executive board member of the March of Dimes, and the Founder and Chairwoman of the Heavenly Productions Foundation.
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| OUTSIDE INTERESTS | |
CA Podiatrist Receives Grammy Nomination for Best Children's Album
This could be a banner year for San Jose resident David Sharpe, whose third album, "Are We There Yet?" has been nominated for Best Children's Album at the 54th annual Grammy Awards next month. "This is like a dream come true for me," said Sharpe, perhaps better known musically as PapaHugs.
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All three albums -- including 2006's "All the Things You Dream," which was inspired by Sharpe's grandchildren, and 2008's "A Great Day for You and Me" were recorded at Open Path Music Studio in Willow Glen. A Grammy nomination could make a guy think about quitting his day job, but a lot of Bay Area feet hope that doesn't happen: Sharpe has had a podiatry practice for more than 30 years and was a founding member of the division of podiatric surgery at Good Samaritan Hospital in San Jose.
Source: Sal Pizarro, Mercury News [1/4/12]
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CMS: EHR Incentive Payments Total $2.5 Billion
Total federal incentive payments for the use of electronic health-record systems have soared to just over $2.5 billion, according to the CMS. Robert Tagalicod, director of the Office of eHealth Standards and Services at the CMS, joined with staffers Robert Anthony and Jessica Kahn in delivering the news to the ONC's Health IT Policy Committee this morning.
Tagalicod said the preliminary December numbers don't tell the full story for the first year of the dual CMS programs under Medicare and Medicaid, because so-called eligible professionals still have until February to attest that they have met meaningful-use criteria during calendar year 2011 as required under the Medicare portion of the program.
Source: Joseph Conn, Modern Healthcare [1/10/12]
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| QUERIES (EMR) | |
Query: Attestation Problem
I am in the process of attesting for the CMS EHR incentive program. I have successfully completed 15 core and 5 menu criteria. I have come to a roadblock to completion trying to satisfy the CQM requirement for 9 criteria. The only one appropriate for podiatrists that I could see is the diabetic foot exam. Any advice from those who have completed the attest process and received their incentive check would be appreciated.
John Moglia, DPM, Berkeley Hts, NJ
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Alternate Source for the Cryoprobe Filters
Does anyone know the specifications of the Cryoprobe filters or an alternate source for the Cryoprobe filters other than the Cryoprobe company?
Barry Klein, DPM, Pine Hill, NJ
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL ) | |
RE: Multiple Verrucae in 4 Year Old Child (David Kahan, DPM)
From: Barry Mullen, DPM
Perfect indication! Cimetidine dose is 25 mg/kg/day in divided doses. Elixir available as 300 mg/tsp. Therapy duration varies between 3-12 weeks and is often dependent upon pre-therapy condition duration.
Barry Mullen, DPM, Hackettstown, NJ, yazy630@aol.com
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
From: G. Stephen Gill, DPM, MBA
A hospital can bill ala carte for services. ASCs get a flat fee inclusive, except for the anesthesia charges. Example: an inter-operative C-arm x-ray read and noted by the surgeon (DPM/MD) and recorded in the record is inclusive to the flat ASC fee. Taken in the PO area by a tech, the film must be read by a hospital radiologist and the cost deducted from the ASC flat reimbursment for the procedure.
In our ASC, we must use Synthes implants, etc., or other preferences must meet the Synthes price per unit. Expect flack if a surgeon demands otherwise (it reduces ASC profit margin, sometimes substantially). Waste not, want not: think, plan, anticipate, and don't make exceptions!
G. Stephen Gill, DPM, MBA, Denver, CO, georgestephengill@gmail.com
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES ) - PART 1 | |
From: J. Marshall Devall, DPM
Regarding the quote from Dr. Otiko about the 3% tetracycline topical called Diabecline, please correct me if I am wrong, but topical antibiotics don't heal diabetic ulcers. MRSA is sensitive to tetracycline, but there are 3 others with better coverage.
J. Marshall Devall, DPM, Temple, TX, JDEVALL@swmail.sw.org
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ANATOMY FACULTY POSITION
12 Month Basic Science faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. Responsibilities will be to teach Anatomy in the School of Podiatric Medicine. Additional duties will include research, student advisement, and committee work. A doctorate in Anatomy or a related discipline is required and a minimum of two years full-time teaching experience at a college, preferably graduate level, is highly recommended.
Review of applications will begin immediately. Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of recommendation sent to Sanjay Sesodia, Ph.D., Chair, Anatomy Faculty Search Committee, Barry University, 11300 NE 2nd Ave, Miami Shores, FL 33161 ssesodia@mail.barry.edu Electronic applications are encouraged. U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES ) - PART 2 | |
From: Leonard Kuzmicki, DPM
Couldn't it be presumed that if a patient decides to write online about an experience at a physician's office, they are effectively foregoing their right to privacy? As long as the patient feels free enough to disclose that they received care from a particular provider, why could it not be discussed as long as the reason for their visit isn't disclosed? It seems that this would be similar to a patient having another family member or friend present during a visit - we presume that we may fully discuss the patient's case with this third person present.
Leonard Kuzmicki, DPM, Spring Valley, IL, leslen@yahoo.com
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 1
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NAPA IS CALLING YOU ..... FEB 9-12, 2012
Getaway to the wine country.
Enjoy informal lectures on extremity nerve treatment and wine tours!
Dr. Ian Carroll - Stanford- Keynote.
Dr. Steve Barrett & Dr. Maria Buitrago - Wine & Program Chairs
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RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Another reason why high heels are dangerous. |
Source: Submitted by Arthur Gudeon, DPM
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 2
ARE YOU ATTENDING CRIPS?
All invited to the Texas Reception
Jan 14- Saturday 7pm
Embassy Suites-Frisco, TX
Visit with all Texas directors & enjoy food, drinks & live longhorn!
www.txpma.org
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DO YOU WANT TO GO TO SCOTLAND?
2 spaces open for May 5-11, 2012 Trip!
International trip hosted by GTEF- West Houston Residency & TPMF
www.gtef.org or email krista.richter@yahoo.com
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| CLASSIFIED ADS | |
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PART-TIME PODIATRIST NEEDED - LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
Busy podiatrist looking for assistance with patients located in facilities, homes, office, etc. Flexible hours, independence, and great compensation. If interested email CV to homefootcare@hotmail.com or call Terri at 323-353-8103.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LAS VEGAS/HENDERSON, NV
Well-established 22 year practice in Las Vegas/Henderson, Nevada seeking full-time associate. General podiatric care with moderate amount of surgery to be done in local hospital or surgery center. Competitive salary and benefits. Modern office in new area. Please respond by email to:lvfootandankle@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE NEEDED - NORTHERN CINCINNATI, OHIO (FAIRFIELD)
Lead to partnership &/or buy practice. Well-established, reputable & successful (700K collection annual) 25+ year practice. Newer 2k sq.ft office condo & w/5 tx rooms, Aver.80 new patients monthly, full hospital privileges, DME, Padnet, digital x-rays. Inquires to email:gsherwood1@cinci.rr.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - EAST TENNESSEE
30 year old practice with 5 offices in greater Knoxville area seeking ethical, personable, hardworking, team player. $160,000 base salary with bonus incentives and benefits. Post-residency experience a plus. Please send resume to ddavidphawk@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TAMPA BAY
Well-established, dynamic multi-doctor practice in the Tampa Bay, high-tech with EMR and digital x-rays. Sports medicine, surgery and potential partnership. No NH/ HMOs. Excellent hospital privileges. Choose an area of practice concentration that you are passionate about and enjoy a lifestyle second to none. C.V. to flpodiatrist@tampabay.rr.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW YORK
Well established, well rounded, hospital based podiatry practice, looking for well trained podiatrist. Large number of new patients monthly, digital x-rays, EMR, and vascular and nerve testing. One partner is Chair of Pod Dept, other is involved in wound center. Two offices 75 miles north of New York City, in the beautiful Hudson Valley. More affordable cost of living than Westchester County; it’s a great place to live. Looking to hire a personable individual with strong ethics and high motivation. Seeking an associate leading to potential partnership. Must have PM & S- 36 training. Please call (845) 471-2243 or email eriksims@hotmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NAPLES, FLORIDA
Great opportunity for PSR- 24/36 BE/BC podiatrist with strong surgical skills to join multi-office practice. Hospital privileges available at 648 bed hospital system, 200 bed hospital system and multiple surgical centers. Candidate should have the skills and desire to perform rearfoot/ankle surgery. Florida has a great scope of practice law and we rotate for ER call. Candidate needs to be ethical and motivated. Established practitioner or new practitioner. In a cover letter tell me why you should be selected for the team. Email cover letter and CV with subject line "I am your new team member." to: Drgordon@gulfcoastfootcare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MARYLAND
Looking for 3rd associate. Must be personable, well trained and highly motivated. Great locations in Southern Maryland, including an Ambulatory Surgical Center. We currently have EHR, digital radiography, dispensing center and PADNet. Looking for immediate hire! Please send CV to: myfeetfeet@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LONG ISLAND, NY
Full time associate position available with well rounded multi-office group on Long Island. Ideal position for July 2012 graduating third year resident who wants to practice and live on Long Island. Candidates must be board qualified or board certified, and well trained in all phases of podiatry including surgery, biomechanics, wound care and palliative care. Compensation includes salary,malpractice insurance, paid vacations and surgical incentives, with a future partnership opportunity available for the right candidate. Interested doctors are encouraged to submit their CV's in response to: mets724@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Immediate position for associate to partnership for a surgeon that is BQ/BC by ABPS. Must be PSR-24 or PM&S-36 trained. Excellent salary w bonus. Must be ethical, self-starter, hard worker. Willingness to learn/work as part of a team. Surgery Block time. Must be proficient in rearfoot/ankle surgery. Email CV, photo, LOI to: susmitad86@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - HAWAII (OAHU)
Full-time position available. Join this fantastic practice in paradise. Diagnostic ultrasound, Digital X-Ray, EHR, Surgical Privileges, Competitive Salary plus benefits package. Send CV to: yoleven316@yahoo.com.
SPACE AVAILABLE - NYC & LI
Office to sublet and share - East 60th Manhattan, and Plainview, Long Island. access to an MRI, Joint Commission certified operating rooms, digital x-ray, diagnostic ultrasound, and access to a multi-specialty ambulatory surgical center. Also availability E 22nd between 2nd and 3rd and E 70th off 3rd. Turn-key operation - no investment needed 516 476-1815 PODO2345@AOL.COM
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