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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 16,869 Podiatrists Daily
January 27, 2015 #5,280  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| MEETING NEWS | |
New York’s Clinical Conference Another Broadway Smash Hit
The Foundation for Podiatric Medicine's annual clinical conference, Step It Up, was by all accounts an outstanding success. Held from January 23th through the 25th, a near record 1,422 foot specialists and other medical professionals from over 40 states and 5 foreign countries attended the multi-tiered event held in the heart of The Big Apple. The Foundation is the educational, scientific, and research arm of the New York State Podiatric Medical Association (NYSPMA) and represents more than 1,200 doctors.
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(L-R) Conference Committee: Drs. Paul Liswood, Charles Lombardi, Anthony Espositio, Daniel Keating, William Spielfogel (Chair), Eric Walter, James Hanna, Mr. Michael Borden, Drs. Joseph Sciandra, and Robert Russo. |
Educational seminars, hands-on workshops, lectures, and special events are the hallmarks of this important educational tradition. Topics ranged from chronic pain, hallux valgus, sports medicine, and diabetic wound care to in-office vascular testing, radiology, and practice management. 191 students from colleges of podiatric medicine attended the second annual 2-day student program.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
IA Podiatrist Enjoys IA, Despite the Cold
Dr. Adam Nichols recently relocated from Dallas, TX to Sioux Falls, IA. "I was determined to get back to a smaller city with lots of outdoor recreation. I wanted a place where my kids could grow up outside like I did and not surrounded by cars, concrete, and smog. Thankfully, God saw us to Sioux Falls, and we couldn't be happier (I even like the cold; it makes for an awesome jog)."
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Dr. Adam Nichols (Photo: Elisha Page) |
While he is not longer in Texas where he completed his residency, he intends to stay connected. "The Texas Podiatric Medical Foundation sponsors a medical mission to San Miguel de Allende in Mexico every year; I have been, and intend to remain active, in that endeavor. It is an incredibly rewarding experience," says Nichols .
Source: Elisha Page, Angus Leader [1/25/15]
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| PODIATRY AND FOOTWEAR | |
GA Podiatrist Discusses High Heels and Pregnancy
Dr. Vivian Iwu of Choice Podiatry Center in Cumming, Georgia, explains how heels interfere with normal foot placement while walking. “The way we walk, your heel is supposed to strike the ground first, then you walk forward. Your big toe pushes you off the ground, but when you’re walking tippy-toe, you’re not allowing your heel to strike the ground. So you are walking in an inclined position [and] what it does is shorten your Achilles tendons.” Most pregnant women already have difficulty walking because of the extra weight they are carrying and the swelling on their feet. The unnatural incline at which you walk in heels, paired with the extra weight of pregnancy, can cause overpronation.
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Dr. Vivian Iwu |
Overpronation occurs when the middle arch collapses and the heel shifts outward, leading to a variety of other problems, including plantar fasciitis. Dr. Iwu says that plantar fasciitis is one of the main causes of heel pain in pregnant women and can occur as a result of weight gain causing pressure on the foot. It occurs when the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue, becomes inflamed. The pain often lessens when the feet are in motion, but it can return after long periods of time.
Source: myjoyonline [1/25/15]
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| SUCCESS TIPS FROM THE MASTERS | |
Bret Ribotsky: If you could share a valuable tip from your time as a forensic podiatrist to those in general practice, what would it be?
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Dr. Bryan Kagan |
Bryan Kagan: I would tell them all to look at your patients' shoes. You will learn a tremendous amount of information from noticing how insoles conform, and how your patients are functioning in their day-to-day gait. Sometimes, you might even find the etiology of the problems. Once, I found nylon knee high socks inside of a patient's shoes and determined that this was the reason for the painful contracted toe.
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Dr. David Armstrong |
Meet the Masters airs live every Tuesday night. This week's guest will be diabetes specialist Dr. David Armstrong. You can register for this and future events by clicking here
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF OF THE DAY | |
7 Ways Docs Can Attract Patients on Facebook - Part 5
5. Pay attention to the potential audience meter.
As you put targeting conditions in place and zero in on your specific audience, Facebook will generate an estimated number of people you'll reach with the ad. This is only an approximate number, but it can assist you in making sure you're not targeting too many people (or too few). Ads perform best when they're targeted to at least a few thousand people, so consider removing some restrictions if your audience is dropping below this.
Source: Adapted from Adam McConnell, Medpage Today
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES | |
RE: The Passing of Arthur Wolstein, DPM
From: Lewis Wolstein, DPM
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Dr. Arthur Wolstein |
It is with sadness that we report the death of Dr. Arthur Wolstein. He passed away peacefully in his sleep at the age of 100 on January 18th. He died in his home of 62 years in New Rochelle. His accomplishments and contributions to his profession and the community are too numerous to mention. He was a decorated World War II veteran. He opened his practice in Parkchester in the Bronx in 1937 and a second office in Co-Op City in 1969, which his two sons Lewis and Peter operate today. His wife of 70 years, Diane, died 4 1/2 months ago at the age of 94. He is survived by his children Lewis, Deborah, Peter, and Marianne. He was blessed with 12 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.
Lewis Wolstein, DPM
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
From: Barry Mullen, DPM
The association of gout and Parkinson's disease was first reported in 1972- check out Honda's article in JAMA 1972- Also see Schlesinger- Uric acid in PD - Movement Disorder '08.
Apparently, uric acid's antioxidant properties have led to studies demonstrating an inverse relationship exists between PD progression and oxygen tension. As such, some clinicians have utilized high purine diets to help manage PD. I would check to see if this is true in your patient. This association is seemingly quite rare and certainly worth reporting for our literature.
Barry Mullen, DPM, Hackettstown, NJ
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL)- PART 1A | |
From: William F Hughes, DPM
I have found myself in a very similar situation having been in practice for nearly 31 years and and in my early 60s. For the past few years, I have been collecting real estate, both residential and commercial, that I will eventually manage for my income in the future. I will have accumulated enough that by 2017, I will be able to step away from my practice, if I choose to. I have found this necessary because of all the headaches related to the business of medicine. The only other reasonable option was to belong to a group, which after 31 years of being my own boss, would not be very desirable. The practice of podiatry has served my family and myself well, but it's time to move on.
William F Hughes, DPM, Council Bluffs, IA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1B | |
From: Greg Amarantos, DPM
You are 58 years old and have a successful practice; you GET IT. You have successfully navigated the changes in our healthcare system, from fee for service, DRGs, HMOs with capitation, PPOs and going forward, ACOs and ACEs. Unless you have the temperament for a paradigm shift in the way you practice, you should keep it simple with low overhead.
You know your demographic mix and your patients see you because of your skill set. I assume you have some type of EMR and digital radiography, sending the message to your patients that you...
Editor's note: Dr. Amarantos' extended-length letter can be read here.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Celebrity Shoe of the Day
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| Autographed Shaquille O'Neal's rookie shoe, size 20 |
Here's a a pair of autographed Shaquille O'Neal's rookie shoes, size 20. It appears that his foot grew from his rookie year to an eventual size 23 at the end of his career. When I take shoes to schools or the children's hospital, the children (and even adults) are most intrigued by this particular shoe because of the sheer enormity of it.
Hartley Miltchin, DPM, Toronto, Canada
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3rd year surgical resident seeking position starting this summer. Looking to help practice grow for a potential long-term position. Self motivated, hard working, honest and personable. Well trained in all facets of podiatry including rearfoot, ankle, reconstruction and trauma, in addition to wound care and general podiatry. Specific interest in sports medicine and trauma. From Chicagoland with ties to the Midwest. Currently looking in Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa and Colorado, but willing to move for the right situation. Please contact me at PMNewsAd@gmail.com if interested.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – HARRISBURG, PA
Advanced Podiatry is seeking a full-time podiatrist in a professional environment for all ages in the office and nursing homes. Applicants must be BC/BE in ABPM or ABPS. Advanced Podiatry is located in Harrisburg, PA. Position pays salary plus benefits. If interested call 717-657-5050 or email at lvgreerdpm@verizon.net.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - EAST ORANGE, NJ
Part time or Full time position available in modern up-to-date practice. PSR 24-36 trained individual, but previous practice experience a plus. Looking for the right person to buy into the practice within 1 year. Send CV to DRFOOT44@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PT/FT - NY (WESTCHESTER/ROCKLAND)
Well-established, cutting-edge, modern private practice in multi-specialty office with over 45 years experience looking to hire an enthusiastic and passionate Podiatrist for PT/FT. We serve the Rockland, Westchester, and entire Tri-State Areas successfully with full diagnostic and treatment facilities, including: Fluoroscope, Diagnostic Sonogram, PinPointe Laser, Juvederm, ESWT, and in-house physical therapy. Affiliated with local hospitals and privileges available. Surgical skills preferred but not required. Join our friendly and knowledgeable office staff with decades of experience! An entrepreneurial and medical opportunity combined! Guaranteed signing bonus. Send CV and cover letter to: linchpindpm@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TEXAS
Seeking three-year surgically trained podiatrist for busy podiatric medical and surgical practice in Texas. Must be hard-working, open to direction, and willing to do all phases of podiatric foot and ankle care. Please send CV, and salary history to: jmh6122@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MIAMI, FL
Associate needed - house calls, etc. Miami, Dade, Florida. Please contact Lcohn1952@aol.com 305-338-4668
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FORT WORTH, TX
25-year-old practice is seeking a personable, hard-working, self-motivated individual looking to practice in Fort Worth Texas. Candidate must be board qualified/certified by ABFAS. Office is state-of-the-art offering EMR, digital x-ray and orthotics, ultrasound, multiple lasers. Full-service opportunity including pediatrics, DME, wound care, hospital consultation, surgery center membership opportunities, pharmacy ownership opportunity, ancillary income opportunity. In MS Word format, Please email resume/CV, photo and References to gbeededpm@sbcglobal.net.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – FL
BQ in Foot & RA required: candidate for 1 year post-residency fellowship in FL. Add to your knowledge and skills on: Reconstructive RRA surgery, arthroscopy of STJ / ankle, sports medicine and practice management. ACFAS poster and research project. Starts 8/2015. Send resumes to: mny1029@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TEXAS
Seeking three-year surgically trained podiatrist for busy podiatric medical and surgical practice in Texas. Must be hard-working, open to direction, and willing to do all phases of podiatric foot and ankle care. Please send CV, and salary history to: jmh6122@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - HOME FOOT CARE, INC.-GREATER LOS ANGELES AREA
Join the fastest growing podiatric house call company on the West coast! Part/full time, we schedule around you & your area, EMR, electronic billing, payment monthly, excellent road support staff. great for new graduates, semi-retired, building own practice, or anyone looking to make extra income. email CV to:homefootcare@hotmail.com check us out @ www.footdocs2u.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - FULL TIME/ PART TIME WISCONSIN
Opportunities to serve residents of long-term care facilities in Madison and Milwaukee 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.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY
Full Time position for someone who is motivated, and enjoys all aspects of podiatry. Must be board qualified. Great office with wonderful staff, EHR, Digital x-ray, and much more. Salary plus bonus. Email Resume: NJfootdr722@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – GEORGIA
Join our Team! Thriving, five location, progressive, podiatry practice seeking a family-oriented Associate Podiatrist to build career and long-term relationship. Must be surgically trained (PSR-24/36) and have EMR experience. Position available in our Statesboro, GA location, one of the fastest growing cities in Georgia and home to Georgia Southern University. Associate will have full range of services and access to Surgical Center along with access to all of the latest diagnostic and therapeutic technologies. Email CV with Cover Letter to hr@atlanticfeet.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST FLORIDA.
Established thirty year practice seeks responsible motivated Associate to become part of a growing upscale community. All phases of podiatry, multi-office practice. Hospital and Surgery Center. E-mail CV & letter of introduction to Litebill@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MICHIGAN
Multi-doctor practice looking to add associate for two offices in Flint, MI area. Partnership opportunity for right person. We are looking for a surgically proficient doctor. Rearfoot/ankle training is a plus, but not a necessity. Competitive salary with paid vacation and seminars. Patient schedule available “now” from a retiring associate. Email resume to giordanodpm@hotmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – LAPLATA, MARYLAND
Well-established practice with multiple offices located just south of Washington DC. Practice amenities include EHR, digital x-ray, state-of-the-art surgical suite, shoe stores, PADnet, and large support staff. Recently renovated hospital minutes away. This is an extremely busy practice with high patient, new patient, and surgical volume with both forefoot and rearfoot surgery. We enjoy a large referral base due to our own practice marketer. We are looking for a highly motivated, personable individual. Must be well trained in forefoot and rearfoot surgery at PMSR-36/RRA. Competitive base salary with bonus structure. Send CV to: feet_r_neat@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION LEADING TO PARTNERSHIP NORTHERN VIRGINIA
Well established high volume Podiatric Surgical practice seeking associate to join 4 doctor/2 office opportunity. Excellent salary plus incentives and great benefits. All Board Certified Fellow Podiatric Surgeons highly respected in the medical community. Prefer forefoot and rearfoot reconstructive surgical trained practitioners only. Please email CV and references to medical 622@aol.com. If you are seeking a position in July 2015 when you finish your residency, this is an opportunity you should investigate.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTH CAROLINA
South Carolina's largest provider of foot care is a multi-doctor, multi-location practice currently seeking a highly skilled, personable, and hardworking physician to join our TEAM. South Carolina License is necessary. Salary range $120k-$140k (base + bonus) and benefits. Please send Letter of Interest and CV to:scdpmjobs@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – TUCSON, ARIZONA
Tired of cold, clouds, congestion and crazy cost-of-living? Consider warm, sunny, dry and affordable Tucson. Retiring after 35 enjoyable, rewarding years. Well-rounded, well-respected solo practice begun in 1951 by previous DPM. Same central location. Truly unique opportunity to assume tastefully landscaped 3000 sq. ft. well-maintained home/office on 12,350 sq. ft. property; 12 car parking. Potential for 2 DPMs, in-office surgery or wound care. Have control over your professional life with this smart investment. Details: gdshapiro@comcast.net
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SAN JOSE, CA
Podiatry and Mani Pedi Spa Practice for sale. Located in the Medical Center with a strong Brand Name and Internet Presence. This cash practice grossed $349,000 with office based Podiatry care plus Manicures, Pedicures, and Skin Care with a fully trained staff. The sale includes a modern office with four treatment rooms, patient’s lists on EMR, web site and a Pinpoint Foot Laser. This is a “turn-key” practice. Ready for full-time expansion. Price to sell $84,000. Email: schrisdpm@sbcglobal.net Website: www.NeatFeetPlus.com
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - Q-CLEAR MULTI-FUNCTION LASER
Q-Clear Laser Multi-function laser, FDA-cleared Fungus Toenails, and Warts. Less than three years old. Excellent condition, includes training certification and marketing materials. e-mail Footcare@comcast. net
DIABETIC FOOT AND WOUND FELLOWSHIP – DALLAS, TX
One position for a 12-month TMB-approved Diabetic Foot and Wound fellowship beginning July 1, 2015. 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: amanda.murden@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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