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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 15,727 Podiatrists Daily
January 28, 2014 #4,973  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS AND HUMANITARIAN EFFORTS | |
IL Podiatrist and Scholl Student Return from Mission Trip to India
Dr. Martin Yorath of Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center and Lalita Turaga, Scholl College Class of 2015 recently returned from a two-week medical mission trip to India. Prior to leaving, Turaga reached out to the Missionaries of Charity, Kolkata, founded by Mother Teresa. They were thrilled to learn about her idea and screened patients in advance.
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(L-R) Lalita Turaga, Drs. Martin Yorath, and R.K. Choudhary |
Sixteen surgeries were performed in six days; primarily posterior tibial tendon transfers for foot drop and reconstructive surgeries for manifestations of Charcot with leprosy. A simple Esmarch bandage was used for exsanguination. All surgeries were performed under spinal anesthesia and no cautery was required. Dr. Yorath also presented a lecture entitled “Advances in Management of Charcot Foot” at the Dr. Mohan’s Diabetes Center in Hyderabad, and was subsequently featured in India’s national newspaper, The Hindu.
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| MEETING NEWS | |
NY Clinical Conference Features Pre-Residency Workshops for Students
The Foundation for Podiatric Medicine's annual clinical conference, Mapping the Future of Podiatry, drew healthcare professionals from all over the country and beyond. Exhibit halls experienced heavy traffic with 4,175 participants including 1,445 podiatrists and exhibitors. Conference topics ranged from chronic pain, hallux valgus, sports medicine and diabetic wound care to in-office vascular testing, radiology, and practice management.
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Students from 6 colleges attend first-ever residency workshops at NY Clinical Conference |
A major success and new in 2014 was a special set of workshops and seminars developed for students enrolled in podiatric colleges across the country, helping them prepare for residency programs and giving them direct contact with leading professionals and educators. 262 future podiatrists from six colleges attended the program.
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| HOSPITAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
NY Podiatrist Appointed to Hospital Wound Care Center
Dr. Duyet Bui has been appointed podiatrist at The Wound Care Center at Northern Dutchess Hospital in Rhinebeck, NY. A graduate of Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, Bui completed his residency at Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center in Mishawaka, IN.
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Dr. Duyet Bui |
His affiliations include the American Podiatric Medical Association, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, American Professional Wound Care Association, and the Indiana Podiatric Medical Association.
Source: Daily Freeman [1/26/14]
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| SUCCESS TIPS FROM THE MASTERS | |
Bret Ribotsky: Where do we stand today with ACFAS and APMA?
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Dr. Jordan Grossman |
Jordan Grossman: The separation of the two organizations began in 2008 as a simple choice to membership that dealt with giving each person a choice, and allowing each member to determine if they were getting value from the organizations for their membership. The bylaws vote by the membership was to change this. Today, this might become a moot point as the APMA had a special task force meeting two weeks ago to discuss the whole Affiliate Status structure in its bylaws.
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Dr. Harry Goldsmith |
Meet the Masters airs live every Tuesday night. This week's guest is Coding expert Dr. Harry Goldsmith. You can register for this and future events by clicking here
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (EMR) | |
From: Jim Fisher, DPM
I have used DOX since April 2010. The learning curve was steep for me. I was able to learn the nuances of the program well, though not easily. The capabilities of it are stunning...once you learn how to do it; and when you do learn, it is like riding a bike; you most likely will not forget. I have my complaints, of course. For some problems, I have made a "workaround" that enhanced the program and made it easier for me to use. This being said, I have no experience with any other program.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
From: Brian Kiel, DPM, Jennifer Ryder, DPM
It seems that there is a simple solution to your problem. Don't schedule so many of these patients in a day. Limit yourself to 8 or 10 per day, or 1 or 2 per hour, and leave the remaining openings for the other patients.
You need to take control of your schedule each day and not let it control you. I allow for 7 new and 17 established patients each day and train the staff when it’s okay to double book. I have a scheduling template in place to allow time for new patients and established patients with emergencies to be seen ASAP. I have not had to discontinue any type of service or any kind of insurance with a good template and well-trained staff. I work four days per week, and have maintained my efficiency and productivity. I start at 7 or 8 a.m., work through lunch, and can usually leave between 4-5 p.m.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
RE: Record Turnout At Codingline NY Meeting
From: Ron Freireich, DPM
I read the post regarding the Codingline New York meeting which described the upcoming coding changes as "onerous." I was curious what the actual definition of onerous is. It is the following: difficult and unpleasant to deal with, involving, imposing, constituting a burden, troublesome or oppressive, causing hardship. I'm also curious why medicine (our national associations, MD, DPM, DO, as well as large medical groups and hospitals across the country) are not demanding this to stop until more reasonable and manageable solutions can be implemented. Sound familiar?(Obamacare).
In simple terms, the powers that be, whomever they are, are trying to shove a square into a triangle instead of modifying the square in a reasonable and manageable way to fit in the triangle. I don't know about everyone else, but I feel our profession, that we have all worked long and hard for, is becoming difficult and unpleasant to deal with, involving, imposing, constituting a burden, troublesome, oppressive, and causing hardship because "they" are forcing us to shove a square into a triangle.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Here's how to recycle those old computer circuit boards. |
Source: PCB Creations (submitted by Dr. Robert Steinberg)
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| CLASSIFIED ADS |
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ASSOCIATE POSITION – CONNECTICUT
High volume practice seeking a hard-working, motivated, Connecticut licensed podiatrist. Duties to include diabetic foot care, wound care and minor office procedures. Please submit CV to:podiatrypeople@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - OHIO
Group practice in Ohio seeks a well-trained surgeon, PSR24/36 preferred. Our practice provides all of the latest technology needed to provide patients with the best care, including Lasers, PAD Testing, DME, EMR and Digital X-ray. Competitive compensation package including salary and bonus. Please send CV to: DPMgroup1@yahoo.com
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 – TEXAS
Corsicana Foot and Ankle is seeking an PSR-24 associate with possible future partnership. Brand new state-of-the-art facility, one hour south of Dallas, complete with EMR, digital x-ray, PADnet, ultrasound and hospital privileges. Competitive salary with benefits. Please send Letter of Interest and CV to footdoc3143@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION- MANHATTAN AND BROOKLYN
Podiatrist wanted for busy, expanding group practice which covers all aspects of podiatry including surgery. Must be able to work in both Manhattan and Brooklyn locations. Position available asap. Please send resume and references to yfrierson@starrettpodiatry.com.
FULL TIME PODIATRIST NEEDED - BROOKLYN, NY
Excellent opportunity for a motivated, ethical and enthusiastic associate. Practice is established and hospital affiliated. PSR 24/36 and Board eligible/certified by ABPS preferred. Must be competent in forefoot and rearfoot surgery. Competitive salary with incentives. Email CV to manfootcare@aol.com or fax to (718) 875-3171.
PODIATRY OFFICE FOR RENT - STATEN ISLAND, NY
1000 square foot (approximate) office in large modern medical center. Good parking, public transportation, 36 years as a podiatry office. 5 exam rooms, business office, lab, reception room, bathroom, central air. Great layout. Designed for Podiatry/medical. Call 212 794 0089
PRACTICE FOR SALE - CONNECTICUT
Well-established, 35-year-old reputable practice/condo with approx 2,500 Square ft. Grossing approximately $450,000. Outside Hartford area. All phases of podiatry. Contact drsch52@hotmail.com
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