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January 24, 2012 #4,366 Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD

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Barefoot Running Benefits Can be Achieved Without Ditching Shoes: NZ Podiatrist

Podiatrist Bruce Baxter first noticed the surge in barefoot running about 18 months ago. "My practice is right on the riverbank in Christchurch. I was seeing all these middle-aged men. It was bloody funny because you could still see their sock marks. You see them picking their way across the road; then they get on to the grass. They kind of run funny, like it hurts. Over the weeks, you start to see them get a little bit more comfortable with it."

Bruce Baxter

Baxter concedes that many podiatrists reject the barefoot movement because it threatens their orthotics business. But he takes a different view. Barefoot running promotes landing underneath your center of gravity, and that's good running technique. But Baxter argues that you can also change your running posture without ditching the shoes, by a combination of video analysis and simple drills.

Source: Nikki MacDonald, The Dominion Post [1/22/12]

CT Podiatrist Named Director of New Healthcare Graduate Program  

Sacred Heart University will introduce a new graduate program in Healthcare Information Systems during the 2012-2013 academic year. The program will target health professionals with a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and at least two years of practical experience in the healthcare or information technology fields.

Dr. Stephen Burrows

Stephen C. Burrows, DPM, MBA, will assume the role of director of the new program. He comes to Sacred Heart from New Milford Hospital, where he serves as assistant director of Management of Information Systems. In that role, he has been responsible for the day-to-day operations of the hospital's technology options including clinical applications, financial suite, the data center, and the help desk. Dr. Burrows holds a bachelor's degree (cum laude) in health and nutrition sciences from Brooklyn College of the City University of New York, a doctor of podiatric medicine degree from Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine, and a master's degree in business administration from Sacred Heart University.

Source: Newsblaze [1/21/12]

MN Podiatrist to Focus on Wound Healing in Cameroon

Drs. Hans and Martha Aas have an oversized suitcase filled with duct tape, medical items, and other goods they’ll leave in Cameroon on their latest trip to the western Africa nation this month. They’ll spend a month this time, along with Dr. Glen Holt, 79, a retired obstetrician; Linda Finn, 63, a physical therapy assistant; and Dr. Kirsten Moore, 43, a podiatrist who will focus on wound care.

Dr. Kirsten Moore

Dr. Moore was name a Top Doc by Duluth Superior Magazine in both 2010 and 2011. She is a graduate of the California College of Podiatric Medicine and completed her residency at St. Clare's Hospital in New York City. She is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery in Foot Surgery.

Source: John Lundy, Duluth News Tribune [1/21/12]

FL Podiatrist and Wife Run Successful Restaurant

Whether you stop in for tapas or cocktails, Morgan House blends a variety of price levels and flavors that have won it a loyal following. Patti and Dr. Michael Price have seen their restaurant blossom since they first purchased it in May of 2007.

Dr. & Mrs. Michael Price (C) with staff (Photo: Todd Stubing)

The restaurant is their first entry into the food business and Price still works as a podiatrist and has other business interests related to real estate and the medical industry. But his wife, Patti, is a regular at the restaurant.

Source: Yvonne Ayala McClellan, News-Press [1/21/12]

Editor's Note: PM News is proud to present excerpts from Meet the Masters.

Bret Ribotsky: What are the steps necessary to bring a new idea or invention to market?

Dr. Michael Graham

Michael Graham: First, do a patent search. Hire an attorney to do this, as you want to make sure you can protect your intellectual property. Next, determine if there is a market for this product. Decide if you're going to license this out or develop your own company. If this is a medical product, then you have to get the FDA involved, but there are many “hoops” to jump through. You'll then need to develop prototypes, packaging, and develop a marketing strategy. This means hiring consultants and obtaining liability insurance. Fortunately, you don’t need to spend all the money at the same time, as it’s a pay as you go process.

Dr. Robert Spalding

Meet the Masters is broadcast each Tuesday Night at 9 PM (EST). This week's guest is Dr. Robert Spalding, author of Death by Pedicure. You can register for future events by clicking here

Query: Red Spot on Foot and Calves?

My patient is a 54 year old female. The spots have been present for 3-4 months. 

Unidentified Red Spots

She reports no itching. Any ideas?

Daniel Klein, DPM, Fort Smith, AR

RE: Achilles Tendon Problem (Michael J Felicetta, DPM)
From: Jeffrey Kass, DPM

I think that no matter what the treatment plan is, the most important part is that the patient will have to "scale down his activity." How can an injured body part heal if it is continually being used? I explain to the patient that if he loves his hiking, etc., it would be prudent to get better ASAP. I warn patients that if they continue on their current path, they risk totally tearing the tendon which potentially can "put them out of service" for a lengthy period of time. I explain how important the Achilles tendon is in terms of foot function.

I have had good experience immobilizing patients by using CAM walkers for this particular problem. The patient is still able to walk (though, I would imagine hiking would be difficult). They can remove the boot to shower and to sleep. I have not used PRP for this condition, but it certainly is plausible. If the patient has the time, physical therapy is always an option.

Jeffrey Kass, DPM, Forest Hills, NY jeffckass@aol.com

RE: Keeping Toes Warm During Antarctica Marathon (Ayne Furman, DPM)
From: Brian Kiel, DPM, Robert Scott Steinberg, DPM

I  recommend a fleece and neoprene sock. Gator makes one (Gator fleece-lined neoprene sock). It is available at Bikewagon.com. I am sure other sites have them as well.
 
Brian Kiel, DPM, Memphis, TN, Footdok4@gmail.com

Keeping feet warm and dry requires a whole body approach. Start with a tights-type base layer, top and bottom (against the skin). Your best bet is to go to a winter ski shop. Base layers must wick moisture and allow it to evaporate through additional layers that do not trap moisture. Nothing, and I mean nothing, should have even a single thread of cotton. The number of layers, or the loft weight of additional layer, will depend on race day conditions. Windproof and breathable outer layers are a must. Patagonia makes some of the finest cold weather clothes. Their layering systems are very well proven.

Head protection is very important. If you get too hot, head coverings are the easiest to...

Editor's note: Dr. Steinberg's extended-length letter can be read here.

RE: Fast, Reliable Scanner (Mark Ray, DPM)
From: Marc Garfield, DPM, Richard Wolff, DPM

Fujitsu makes the best business-friendly scanners. I have a 6130 which can scan in TIFs, PDFs, and a few other formats; and runs around $900. The Scan Snap is also excellent and much less expensive, but only scans in PDF format. Many EMRs require TIF, BMP or JPEG. Both scan double-sided with one pass. I have had both for a few years, so model numbers and prices may differ now. But Fujitsu holds up well and turn a small stack of paper into an electronic document in under a minute. The organization software with the Scan Snap is also excellent. The 6130 scans go directly into my EMR. Hospitals in this area use the same scanners at work stations.
 
Marc Garfield, DPM, Williamsburg, VA, mgarfield1@cox.net

I have been very happy with Xerox Documate 162 and 272. Both have been great in my practice. Scanning is fast and without misfeeds.  Initially, I was hesitant to spend several hundred dollars on a scanner, but it was money well spent. I have had the 272 for 3 years and the 162 for 1.5 years. No problems. The 272 has a card scanner for insurance cards and drivers' licenses. Both scanners are duplex.

Richard Wolff, DPM, Oregon, OH, wolffie@sbcglobal.net

RE: Our Challenges: Innovate, Grow, or Wither Away? (Michael M. Rosenblatt, DPM)
From: Robert Kornfeld, DPM

Drs. Markinson and Rosenblatt inject a rationale that the entire profession needs to pay attention to - specifically, the reference by Dr. Rosenblatt to lifestyle-induced degenerative diseases. This is exactly what the focus of integrative medicine is - to intervene on behalf of epigenetic influences on health and then support the body to heal itself.

There are many income streams that are available when practicing this way and...

Editor's note: Dr. Kornfeld's extended-length letter can be read here.

RE: Podiatry Management Celebrates 30th Anniversary
From: Ben Pearl, DPM, Gayle S. Johnson

Congrats to Dr. Barry Block on raising the bar to our profession and the commitment to cranking out the PM News daily blasts (sometimes past the stroke of midnight).

Podiatry Management has also supported the development of new voices and new ideas within our profession, as well as continuing the legacy of being one of the pillars of our podiatry community.
 
Ben Pearl, DPM, Arlington, VA, abenpearl@netscape.net

Congratulations to Dr. Block and Podiatry Management staff on your 30th anniversary! Your hard work produces a wonderful resource for the podiatric community, and we are so fortunate to have both the magazine and PM News to educate and inform us. Thanks so much for all you do.

Gayle S. Johnson, Edmonds, WA, gaylejohnson@footzine.com

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