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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 22,193 Subscribers Daily
February 08, 2022 #7,137  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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PM News Advance Notice
PM News will not be publishing the week of February 21st, 2022. We will resume publishing on February 28th, 2022.
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Have you seriously considered converting your practice to cash only, even if your net income might be lower?
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE - PART 1 | |
Strength and Stability Exercises Can Reduce Ankle Injuries: IL Podiatrist
According to Robert Weil, DPM, "One of the most common of injuries in sports, if not the most common, remains injury to the ankle. That alone is good reason to pay big attention to strengthening them, but that is not the only one. Strengthening both feet and ankles can enhance speed, quickness, agility, and balance, which is so important in all sports. In all my years seeing many great athletes, I’ve never seen anyone with 'over developed ankles'– it’s usually a weak link."
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"Young athletes, their parents, and coaches need to be educated about including foot and ankle strength and stability exercises for functional strength – the ability that allows one to move with power and speed, change direction, or stop and start while maintaining balance. These abilities can be trained successfully with simple, inexpensive equipment like rubber bands and elastic tubing, balance boards, mini trampolines, and pieces like the innovative Sanddune StepperTM," says Dr. Weil.
Source: MVP Parent [January 2022]
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE - PART 2 | |
Highly Cushioned Running Shoes Not for Everyone: PA Podiatrist
Choosing comfortable running shoes seems simple enough: Find the cushiest insoles possible and bounce along on your run, right? Wrong! Cushioning in running shoes is not just about pillowy insoles. It's also about adding shock absorption and a spring to your step, according to Pennsylvania-based podiatrist Tyler Austin, DPM. Too much of it can actually be detrimental to runners who don't really need it.
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So, who can truly benefit from cushioned running shoes? Dr. Austin recommends these types of running shoes for heel-first and mid-foot runners because more of their foot makes contact with the ground than forefoot runners. "You don't need all the extra cushioning if you're only making impact with the ground using the balls of your feet," he advises. In addition, he suggests cushioned running shoes for anyone dealing with the loss of natural fat pads, i.e. seasoned runners whose fat pads have slightly atrophied over time, especially in the balls of their feet. "Extra cushioning in the shoe can certainly help redistribute pressure and make walking and running more comfortable on those bony surfaces," according to Dr. Austin.
Source: Kat de Naoum, Shape [2/5/22]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
8 Tips for Avoiding Employee Handbook Crises
Many medical practices have an employee handbook, or employee policy handout, but fail to update them on a regular basis. There have been a large number of changes to employment law over the past couple of years. Here are some items you should be sure to include:
6. Benefits Have you reviewed your benefits to make sure they comply with federal and state laws? After the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that same sex marriages are legal in all states, many employers did not look at the wording of their benefits contracts. Several cases were brought against employers for having an insurance policy that did not cover same sex spouses.
If you do not have enough employees to be impacted by the Family Medical Leave Act, leave it out of your handbook and state you are not required to offer FMLA benefits. If you do have to comply with the FMLA, make sure your employees are told who to contact and that they must fill out the proper forms in order to be eligible. Look at items like bereavement leave and make sure you have taken into consideration same sex spouses.
Source: Carol Gibbons, RN, BSN, NHA and Logan Lutton, Physicians Practice [1/24/22]
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| QUERIES (EMR) | |
Queries: Free EMR Programs
Does anyone have experience with the "free" EMR programs like FreedomMD? The EMR software is free but one has to use their electronic claims service. There are no yearly fees. It sounds too good to be true.
John Moglia, DPM, Berkeley Hts., NJ
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Disposal of Old X-ray Machines
Who do most podiatrists contact to dispose old x-ray units?
Daniel Chaskin, DPM, Flushing, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (EMR) - PART 1A | |
From: Alan Bass, DPM
In response to Dr. Meisler’s comments, I had not been with NEMO Health for the last several years prior to their acquisition by Modernizing Medicine. I have no affiliation or financial relationship with Modernizing Medicine, so I had nothing to disclose. If Dr. Meisler had any concerns with my post, he should have reached out to me directly.
Alan Bass, DPM, Manalapan, NJ
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (EMR) - PART 1B | |
From Elliot Udell, DPM
Dr. Bass is correct, Modernizing Medicine might be one of the best podiatry EHR programs. The problem with Modernizing Medicine and similar high-end programs is that for the small office practice, such as my own, these programs are not affordable. I would love to buy a new Lexus this year, but will most likely settle for a much less expensive car, based on affordability. Perhaps, the owners of Modernizing Medicine can come up with a scaled-down version that would be affordable for small practices and could be upgraded as the practice gets larger.
Elliot Udell, DPM, Hicksville, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1A | |
From: John M. Giurini, DPM
Thank you, Dr. Mullens. I could not agree with you more. I would go one step further: Stop the insults altogether. Unfortunately, society, from the highest levels of government to social media to town halls and school boards have forgotten how to discuss and debate issues rationally. This type of rhetoric makes no one look good or better, especially the individual handing out the insults. Dr. Mullens got that part right. As a profession, let's raise our standards above the unfortunate "new normal". Let's show other professionals and the public (yes, they read this). that we are able to disagree without being disagreeable.
John M. Giurini, DPM, Boston, MA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1B | |
From: Alan Sherman, DPM, John Mozena, DPM
I 100% agree with Dr. Mullens' comments on insulting other podiatrists in PM News and applaud his raising of the issue. We are colleagues of an advancing increasingly appreciated profession and have no time to waste on petty squabbles. By all means, let’s disagree, for that’s how we grow – but let’s be civil, polite, and considerate to each other in this public forum. Let’s respect each other for our respective achievement and hold each other in high esteem. As Bones said in the Star Trek iterations, “God dammit it Jim, I’m a doctor, not a bricklayer.”
Alan Sherman, DPM, Delray Beach, FL
David Mullins is such a bright star for our profession! From his early years as a lecturer to his recent profession of helping all of us with his legal knowledge. His humor and wisdom should be an example for all of us. I hope all of us will remember his thought on the importance of kindness towards each other. Thank you for all you’ve done for podiatry!
John Mozena, DPM, Portland, OR
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Perfect for walking in the shade(s)? |
Source: Joaney Korevaar via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE – MICHIGAN
Part time practice about 50 miles North of Detroit. Strong potential for growth. Fully equipped and a excellent affordable opportunity for a second office or for someone starting off. Great location in a shopping plaza and very affordable rent. Call or text at 248-245-3392.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - CHESHIRE CT
35 year surgical practice in a town of 30,000. Only ABFAS surgeon in town. 4 treatment rooms complete turn-key. Price 20% 2020 gross for quick sale. Can do video walkthrough. Contact drmikeackley@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHERN MASSACHUSETTS
Located in a medical building with optimum visibility and referrals. Great income potential by adding surgery. Opportunity as an additional office for an established group. Hospital privileges available. Gross approx. $300,000 working limited hours. Priced at $170,000 includes equipment, 3-4 exam rooms, turn-key. Email at dpmassist@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - MANHATTAN, NY
Established practice with strong patient volume and consistent revenue stream for sale. Highly profitable. Owner retiring. Participates in insurance and has strong cash pay business. Long term lease in place. Priced to sell. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTH SHORE OF LONG ISLAND
Established practice with predominate cash business for sale. Owner looking to retire. Opportunity to add to existing practice - practice currently open 2 - 2.5 days per week. Priced to sell. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - OREGON
Well established, successful, 35 plus year practice for sale in the Willamette Valley. Fully equipped, 2 locations with lasers, EMR, digital x-ray, shockwave etc., all well maintained. Hospital and surgery center privileges readily available, opportunity for partnership in surgery center. Looking to retire, will stay for transition and assist in your success. Orpod22@gmail.com
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP - NEW YORK
CPME APPROVED 12 month fellowship beginning July 1st, 2022. Hospital and clinic environment, with onsite hyperbaric medicine. Working with infectious disease, dermatology, as well as, general, vascular, and podiatric surgeons. Must have completed a PMSR residency. Please contact or jtfootcare@gmail.com. EOE employer.
WOUND CARE/RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY FELLOWSHIP - LOS ANGELES, CA
Attention graduating residents! Multi-specialty reconstructive surgical group adding wound care and reconstructive surgery podiatry fellowship for 2022-2023 academic year. Will train in multiple settings alongside plastic surgery and podiatry in new facility. Full salary, health insurance, housing stipend, with more associate opportunities after completion. Send CV to: woundcaredocs@gmail.com
WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP – MICHIGAN
Beaumont Hospital 12-month Diabetic Limb-Salvage, wound care and reconstruction fellowship beginning July 1st, 2022. This Fellowship is designed to enhance and refine the skills of residency-trained Podiatric Surgeons. Heavy focus on wound care, research, and diabetic limb salvage surgery. Full-benefits and competitive salary. Please email your CV to Randy.Semma@beaumont.org
JULY 2022 ASSOCIATE LEADING TO PARTNERSHIP POSITION - FLORIDA WEST COAST
Practice where you want to live! And this is where you want to live; Our uniquely positioned small group in paradise is seeking a podiatrist comfortable in all settings, from foot care to rearfoot/ankle surgery, office to hospital. Numerous hospital and surgical center opportunities abound. No NH or Medicaid. Associates and partners have always earned higher than average incomes. Forward us a CV, and a note describing what you believe you can bring to us, and come join us in Florida for the good life. westflpods@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW JERSEY
Seeking an associate to join a fast-growing multi locations, busy expanding podiatry group practice in NJ. Looking for a well trained in all surgical podiatrist in forefoot, rearfoot, and ankle procedures. Independent practice, partnership opportunity, competitive compensation and benefits provided. Start date July 2022 Send CV kmercado@footandankleps.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW YORK
Seeking a highly motivated individual interested in evolving in private practice to a wealthy and knowledgeable affiliate entity with a large surgical-based podiatry group. Surgeons with a two or three-year residency preferred. Come join and Let’s keep New Yorkers on their feet! Please email your CV to podiatrynewyork@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – VA, MD, CT, DE, PA, OH, MO, NJ, NY, TN, FL
PediRite provides care to nursing home residents. Excellent opportunities working in our contracted facilities. Flexible scheduling, very lucrative commissions! Great match if you have open days/hours in your schedule. Resume to sara@sightrite.com (sign-on bonus for VA, CT, DE and PA for immediate start)
ASSOCIATE POSITION - BERGEN COUNTY, NJ
Expanding practice, established in the community for forty years, is seeking a full-time associate. Candidates must be highly motivated with great people skills. Well rounded office based practice with no nursing home or assisted living work. ABFAS qualified individual could easily get surgical numbers within 1.5 years if this is your goal. Benefits include: generous transparent bonus structure, PTO, paid malpractice, paid CME and positive working environment. Email CV to: bergenfaa@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SYRACUSE/UTICA, NY
Great opportunity for a new associate to join a rapidly growing team. Looking for a self-motivated, positive individual who would be ready to get their board surgical numbers within the first year. Please send resume to: docryanlee@gmail.com
MOBILE PODIATRIST NEEDED - NEW JERSEY
Well-established and fast growing House-call podiatry practice (www.homefootcareservices.com) is looking for Full-Time or Part-time podiatrists to do home , assisted living, nursing homes, adult daycare center visits in NJ. Full Time Position: $100,000 Base Pay Plus BONUS, Paid Gas, Malpractice Ins., Health Ins, Car allowance, Administrative/EMR support. Email resume - Lana.Raginsky@homefootcareservices.com
FULL TIME PODIATRIST - NEW JERSEY
We are a fast-growing podiatry practice in New Jersey with multiple locations and Doctors. We are currently looking for a full-time motivated and caring Doctor to join our busy practice. Some benefits include: competitive six-figure salary, generous, guaranteed bonus structure, health insurance (including vision & dental), paid vacation time off, paid malpractice insurance and CME time off. Great prospects for experienced Doctors as well as new Associates. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your Podiatric medical and surgical experience in an office-based practice! If interested, please submit your CV to DrSamofal@PodiatryCenterNJ.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – UPSTATE SOUTH CAROLINA
Busy four physician practice in Upstate South Carolina seeking highly motivated, ethical associate. PSR-36 trained. High surgery case load. Competitive benefits & salary. Send CV to upstatescpodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTH CAROLINA
Busy two office practice in Upstate SC seeking a full time Podiatry Associate. Senior doctor looking to slow down. Partnership potential. General Podiatry and Surgery. Benefits include 401K, malpractice, health and dental insurance, CME, short and long term disability. PTO. Please send CV to podiatryresumes@upstatefootdocs.com.
PODIATRIST POSITIONS – FLORIDA/SOUTH CAROLINA
Join a podiatric team whose work positively impacts the lives of seniors every day! KG Health Partners, the largest podiatric practice in Florida, is seeking full and part-time podiatrists who will provide mobile-based lower extremity care to residents living in long-term facilities throughout the state of Florida and South Carolina. Achieve work-life balance with a Monday through Friday schedule, competitive wages, malpractice insurance, and exceptional benefits for full-time employees (health, paid time off, 401K retirement plan with company match). You must maintain active Medicare and State licenses. Email CV to kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - CONNECTICUT, MASSACHUSETTS, AND UPSTATE NEW YORK
Looking for reliable and ethical podiatrists to service Nursing Homes and Skilled Nursing Facilities in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York- inclusive of upstate and the Albany area. Send inquiries and CV to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST, FL
Stat position for busy, modern practice. ABFAS BC/BQ, EMR, Dig x-rays, U.S., DME, Base salary + bonus, PTO, 401K, fees, health ins. 1 ACFAS fellowship available. DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATES POSITION – NEW HAVEN COUNTY, CT
Well established multi-location podiatry practice seeking full time associate to join us in July 2022. Candidate should be personable, highly motivated and possess strong surgical and clinical skills. Competitive six figure salary and benefit package with bonus opportunities. Send CV to jesse.parks@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW YORK CITY & LONG ISLAND
Group practice requiring a full-time Associate Podiatric Surgeon with minimum 3 years of surgical residency training in all aspects of foot / ankle surgery. ABFAS board qualification in BOTH foot and RRA preferred. Interested candidates can email prevete@faasny.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TEXAS
Seeking Arthroscopy specialist, Foot & Ankle, for multi-physician, multi-location, practice. Send cover letter of experience, CV, and current picture to: alopez.foot@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST POSITION- NORTHERN VIRGINIA (MT. VERNON)/SUBURB WASHINGTON, DC
Large fast growing full scope practice, across the street from hospital. No nursing homes or assistive living. 30-year established busy private practice, looking for potential partnership. Base salary $135K, plus incentive pay, malpractice, PTO, paid CME, and retirement. Send cover letter (“Why I am your next superstar”) and CV to hottoe@capitalfeet.com. Website- Capitalfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – DAYTON, OHIO
Well established, fully equipped single office private practice looking for full time associate. Candidate should be highly motivated with strong surgical and clinical skills. Competitive salary, bonus structure, paid malpractice and benefit package. Potential for buy-in available if interested. Please email CV to schapman1@woh.rr.com.
FT- ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST - LOS ANGELES
State-of-the-Art Podiatry Office in Los Angeles looking for the right-minded affable DPM to join our team of friendly, motivated professionals ingrained in a culture of teamwork. Driven by a dynamic, transparent leadership team, physician involvement is a key focus, enabling constant improvements delivering high-quality care that provides service to our in-office patients, skilled nursing home patients, wound care patients and hospitals. The Podiatrist services patients in skilled nursing facilities, in-office, satellite office and hospitals. Competitive salary, bonus structure and benefit package. If interested submit CV and references to victorian@footnankledoc.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY
Multi-office podiatry practice in Suffolk County seeks full time associate, leading to partnership. New York State license required. Must be self-motivated and energetic. Competitive compensation package. Please email CV to newpodiatrist@optimum.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION - HAGERSTOWN AND FREDERICK MARYLAND
Offices located in Frederick and Hagerstown Maryland, as well as Gettysburg, PA. Motivated seller/owner of 27 years is ready to sell Hagerstown and Gettysburg practices after one year associate position. Would consider selling outright from the start. Will be available for advising, teaching, and practice management as long as needed. Will sell Frederick office in 5 years as well and owner will become a part time employee. Highly producing, full scope podiatry office. Frederick Surgical Center shares and real-estate ownership are also available. drhenrock@yahoo.com
FULL-TIME or PART-TIME PODIATRIST - DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA
PSR 24-36 Trained Multi-dimensional, Multi-office group treating a wide range of patients to include: forefoot, rearfoot, diabetic wound care, sports medicine and work-related injuries. A great opportunity for driven personable individuals. Please e-mail Cover letter, CV, short introduction video Email: cnunez1940@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MARYLAND/ WEST VIRGINIA AREA
Thriving podiatry practice with 3 office locations and ASC seeking a highly motivated and reliable full-time associate. Candidate must be board eligible, residency with RRA preferred. Great work environment with strong support staff. Competitive compensation and benefits package with bonus opportunities offered. Please email CV to: careers@mynewfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION LEADING TO OWNERSHIP OF PRACTICE - CONNECTICUT
Located in Fairfield County of Connecticut. Well established practice in growing community recently featured in the New York Times. Well balanced practice mix with strong growth potential if interested contact footcaremanagement@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW YORK
Multi-office practice in New York's Hudson Valley. Full-scope Podiatry. Partnering with a NJ Ortho group to be their exclusive NJ foot/ankle provider and acquiring an additional established NY Podiatry practice. Entrepreneurial practice that thrives by offering excellent surgical outcomes, minimally invasive surgery, complex repairs and revision surgery. In-house marketing team, educated staff, CLIA lab, Vascular PADNET, digital x-ray, Podiatry-Specific EMR. Must be confident, detail-focused, surgically skilled and lives and breathes foot and ankle. We are financially strong with increasing revenues annually. Email CV, surgical logs(case details/numbers). Salary $130K-150K/Incentives/Benefits. Drfrankel@frankelfoot.com
PODIATRISTS WANTED – NORTHERN NJ AND LONG ISLAND
1 for NJ nursing homes and assisted living facilities (Passaic County and Northern New Jersey). 1 for Long Island assisted living facilities (Nassau and Suffolk counties) and possible practice work in East Meadow. Great opportunity to earn six figures for the right doctors. Email CV to Jaypurvin@gmail.com
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