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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 16,900 Podiatrists Daily
February 09, 2015 #5,291  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| FORENSIC PODIATRY | |
GA Podiatrist is Forenic Expert in Murder Retrial
The convicted ‘”Stocking Strangler” is fighting for a new trial nearly 30 years after he was placed on death row for murdering and raping three Columbus women. The court heard from two expert witnesses who spoke about two pieces of evidence found at the crime scenes that defense attorneys say, don't match. One piece of evidence attorneys discussed on Thursday was a shoe print found at one of the crime scenes. The print was outside a window the intruder climbed through at the home of 71-year-old Ruth Schwob. The shoeprint was from a size 10 shoe, but the defense called podiatrist Dr. Charles Fenton III to the stand and Fenton testified that Gary has a size 13.5 shoe. Fenton said he got the measurements from Gary in prison and even tried to see if Gary could squeeze into a size 10 shoe.
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Dr. Charles Fenton III |
“I wasn't able to get his foot into this shoe,” said Fenton. “Even if he curled his toes, he wouldn't be able to get into a size 10 shoe.” Fenton noted that even if Gary were able to squeeze into a size 10 shoe, it would be uncomfortable to the point where Gary would struggle to walk. In cross examination, the prosecution responded with a question that drew gasps from the gallery. “How uncomfortable would it be?” asked Senior Assistant Attorney General Sabrina Graham. “Would it be more uncomfortable to put your foot into a sized shoe that's too small? Or to be caught by the police by raping and murdering a series of women?” Fenton responded by saying it would be more uncomfortable to be caught by police.
Source: David Hurst, WRBL [2/5/15]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
Canadian Podiatrist Discourages Runners From Watching Nail Removals
All runners endure beat-up toenails. They’re marks of distinction, reminders of races run, and kilometres travelled. Permanent toenail removal is not for the faint-hearted. During the 45-minute procedure, the podiatrist anesthetizes the tip of the toe and applies a tourniquet at the base to limit bleeding. The podiatrist then uses a variety of scary-looking implements to soften the tissue and trim the nail down to the root until it can be pulled from its bed.
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“I’ve had it done three times,” says Earl Blewett, 47, a Canadian ultra-runner living in Oklahoma. “The first time, I made the mistake of looking at my foot while it was happening; I passed out. I made sure I never looked again.” “We try not to have patients watch,” echoes Dr. Joseph Stern, a sports medicine podiatrist in Vancouver. “There’s a rule: The bigger the guy, the faster he passes out.”
Source: Amy Stupavsky, Canada Globe and Mail [2/6/15]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
MO Podiatrist Inducted into J.J. Turner Society of Hiram College
Dr. H. John Visser, a local podiatric physician and surgeon in the Farmington, Missouri area has been inducted into the J.J. Turner Society of Hiram College in Hiram, Ohio. Dr. Visser graduated from that institution magna cum laude in 1974 with a Bachelor of Arts in chemistry. The J.J. Turner Society recognizes achievements of Life Science graduates. Each year, an alumnus is awarded the Society's highest honor in the sciences by being inducted into the society.
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Dr. H. John Visser |
Dr. Visser, has been serving on the State Board of Podiatric Medicine since 2004 and was reappointed for another four year term by Governor J. Nixon in May of 2014. He is part of Midwest Podiatry Associates, LLC. He has been on staff at Mineral Area Regional Medical Center since 1981. He has been the Director of Residency Training in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery at that institution since 1985. He has been joined by his son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Jared John Visser and Dr. Shirley C. Visser.
Source: Daily Journal [2/7/15]
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| DIABETES RESEARCH | |
6 weeks of ABX Therapy for Non-surgically Treated Diabetic Foot Osteomyelitis
Little is known about the optimal duration of antibiotic therapy for diabetic foot osteomyelitis (DFO). French researchers compared the effectiveness of 6 versus 12 weeks of antibiotic therapy in patients with DFO treated non-surgically (i.e., antibiotics alone). [Alina Tone. Six-week versus twelve-week antibiotic therapy for nonsurgically treated diabetic foot osteomyelitis: A multicenter open-label controlled randomized study. Diabetes Care, pub online before print November 20, 2014, doi: 10.2337/dc14-1514.]
This was a prospective randomized trial comparing 6- versus 12- week duration of antibiotic treatment. Remission of osteomyelitis during the monitoring period was defined as complete and persistent (>4 weeks) healing of the wound (if present initially), absence of recurrent infection at the initial site or that of adjacent rays, and no need for surgical bone resection or amputation at the end of a follow-up period of at least 12 months after completion of antibiotic treatment. The researchers concluded that the present multicenter prospective randomized study provided data suggesting that 6-week duration of antibiotic therapy may be sufficient in patients with DFO for whom non-surgical treatment is considered.
Source: Diabetes in Control [2/6/15} via Dr. Larry Aronberg
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| E-HEALTH NEWS | |
Anthem Hacked in ‘Sophisticated’ Attack on Customer Data
Anthem Inc., the second biggest U.S. health insurer by market value, said hackers obtained data on tens of millions of current and former customers and employees in a sophisticated attack that has led to a Federal Bureau of Investigation probe. The information compromised includes names, birthdates, Social Security numbers, medical IDs, street and e-mail addresses and employee data, including income, Anthem said in an e-mail. The company will notify customers who were affected and provide credit and identify-theft monitoring services for free, Chief Executive Officer Joseph Swedish said in a letter to members.
There’s no evidence that credit-card numbers or medical information such as claims, test results, or diagnostic codes were compromised, Anthem said. The Anthem breach is the biggest in the healthcare industry since Chinese hackers stole Social Security numbers, names and addresses from 4.5 million patients of Community Health Systems Inc., the second-biggest for-profit hospital chain, last year. The attack is on a similar scale to hacks of customer data from Target Corp. and Home Depot Inc. last year in terms of the number of people affected.
Source: Crayton Harrison, Bloomberg Business [2/5/15]
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Office Relocation
I am currently leasing an office in the heart of the medical district on a major street in my small town. I am entertaining an offer to buy an office, but it is a solid mile outside the medical district. The new office is still on a big street, but is less traveled than my current office. Has anyone else had a similar experience who can offer guidance?
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
RE: HBO Credentialling
From: Lee Rogers, DPM
Here's a position paper that counters the American College of Hyperbaric Medicine's (ACHM) position that was just released early by JAPMA (e-published ahead of print). It may help many podiatrists attempting to get privileges to supervise HBO in hospitals and also may help prevent podiatrists from getting denial by Medicare and private payers as a result of the anti-competitive ACHM position paper.
Lee Rogers, DPM, Van Nuys, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
From: Alan Bloch, DPM
I recently saw a patient who had a $3,000 deductible and has Blue Care Network (BCN). We explained to him that he had a $3,000 deductible, and we collected $100 upfront as a good faith payment for his office visit and injection. The patient reluctantly paid this amount on his credit card. When I saw him in the exam room, he was very upset about having to pay this. I explained to him that with the changes in insurances, we had to change our policies and now collect upfront. He told me that he most likely will not come back as he cannot afford to continue to see me. The next day, he called BCN and spoke to a representative who told him that it wasn't customary for providers to collect upfront for deductible charges. He then called his credit card company to dispute the charges. What are people thinking today?
I also wanted to ask how many people are having their patients sign ABNs for BCBS or Medicare patients with high deductibles, so if patients try to dispute their services, we have an ABN that they signed an acknowledgement that these charges may not be covered.
Alan Bloch, DPM, Northville, MI
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CODINGLINE CORNER) | |
From: John Scholl, DPM
With traditional Medicare (not Medicare replacement policies or Medicare HMOs), the vast majority of the patients you are seeing this year have yet to meet their Medicare deductible. Medicare must process the claims and then send the claims to the secondary insurance, which takes time. You should be getting paid little by little from the secondary insurance companies until the patients meet their deductible. When deductibles are met, you should start receiving the Medicare payments.
John Scholl, DPM, Lady Lake, FL
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Foot of the Day
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Walking Dead Meatloaf Dinner |
Source: Jenn Fujikawa, Nerdist [2/5/15] via Dr. Jay Sung
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| CLASSIFIED ADS |
LICENSED NEW JERSEY / NEW YORK PODIATRIST SEEKS PRACTICE TO BUY
Experienced NJ/ NY licensed podiatrist seeks a practice to buy. Iterested in purchasing a practice outright or to buy into a practice as a partner. Will consider working as an associate in the right office, with a potential for partnership. Please send inquiries to gardenstatefootdoc@gmail.com
POSITION WANTED
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 AVAILABLE - NORTH GEORGIA/CHATTANOOGA AREA
Busy group practice located in Chattanooga area seeking a growth-oriented individual with a strong work ethic to join our expanding 5 physician TEAM. Must have PM&S 36. Established patient base with tremendous growth opportunity. Associate with partnership potential. Chattanooga offers a strong music and arts culture, unrivaled outdoor amenities, and a government/populace committed to sustainable development. Competitive Salary and benefits. Email cover letter and CV to hr@advfootcare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ARIZONA
Immediate opening in suburban Phoenix, Arizona. Compensation is productivity-based with high guaranteed income and patients scheduled from day 1. Partnership opportunity for a highly motivated and entrepreneurial podiatrist. Send CV to: ArizonaFootAnkle@gmail.com
IMMEDIATE AVAILABILITY. ROCHESTER CLINIC (MN)
a multispecialty practice, is seeking two BC/BE podiatric physicians. Full-part time or locum. The physician will provide all aspects of podiatric practice, including sports medicine, wound care, primary care, and surgery. Rochester is the third largest city in the state, and boasts top-rated public schools. Please send resume or inquiry to Careers@RochesterClinic.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MULTI-SPECIALTY GROUP IN LOS ANGELES
Join the group/ limb preservation team and our teaching faculty. Must be well trained in limb preservation, trauma, and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. Starting guaranteed base salary of 120,000/yr with incentives & benefits. Send CV with 3 references to podiatricri@yahoo.com attention Stan Mathis, DPM
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 – MIAMI, FL
Associate needed - house calls, etc. Miami, Dade, Florida. Please contact Lcohn1952@aol.com 305-338-4668
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ORANGE COUNTY, CA
We are a group practice based in Irvine (Orange County) California, with a second office in the high desert city of Victorville, California. Currently, there are four doctors in the group and we are ready to bring on a fifth doctor. Both offices are attached to surgicenters. We have a high patient volume and very little C & C. Our compensation is competitive and negotiable. If you are interested in this opportunity, please feel free to reply via email at your convenience. Michael Goddard, DPM Email: mgoddard@cafai.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FRISCO, TX (NORTHEAST TX)
Must be well-trained surgically. Modern well-equipped offices with digital x-ray, MRI and ultrasound. Excellent pay and opportunity. We are a rapidly growing practice that was started 17 years ago. All aspects of foot and ankle services are provided including large surgical volume, trauma and general podiatry.tw.dpfc@gmail.com
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
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 - INDIANAPOLIS METRO NORTHEAST
If you are a talented and well-liked experienced surgeon, resident, or fellow who wants to develop a career in Indiana, we can make it happen. We are looking to expand service lines. If you have the drive to do what it takes, step forward. Change your life. 100-125K+, benefits and malpractice. Send cover letter, CV, and references to john.lloyd@lloydpodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NYC
New York City Podiatry office seeking an Associate. Part-time or Full-time. Please send resumepodiatry053@gmail.com.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHWEST FL
Multilocation (will separate) multidoctor practice in beautiful Southwest Florida . Practice has grossed over seven figures consistently and currently shows 10-15% growth in revenues with increase in new patients and patient visits. Practice has been professionally evaluated by Provider Resources. Only serious inquiries to this email address. This is a great practice in Paradise and a good opportunity for the right doctor or doctors. Email to:practiceforsaleswfla@gmail.com
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
IMMEDIATE BUYING OPPORTUNITY IN CHICAGO
Well-rounded medical/surgical practice; turn-key operation with ongoing schedule. will consider partnership for right person. Please respond to: chipod12@yahoo.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - KANSAS
Well-established, successful practice for sale in a vibrant, Kansas City Metro area city that offers great schools along with recreational and cultural activities for the entire family- the perfect blend for a great quality of life and a rewarding career. The practice opportunity provides a full array of adult and children services, with limited palliative care. Newly revised scope of practice also offers additional levels of surgical care opportunities for qualified physician. Practice has high-level patient and physician referrals. Strong commercial insurance mix with Medicare 20%. Well-trained office staff. Traknet EHR. Owner will assist buyer in practice transition. Contact Mike Crosby at MCrosby518@gmail.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
FACULTY POSITION - WESTERN UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES COLLEGE OF PODIATRY MEDICINE
Western University of Health Sciences College of Podiatric Medicine is seeking podiatrists interested in the education and training of future doctors of podiatric medicine. Applicants must be at least board-qualified in either ABPM or ABFAS with preference for dual board certification. Academic rank will be commensurate with scholarly and clinical credentials. Please send letter of intent, curriculum vitae, 3 references, and salary expectation to Jacqueline Truong, DPM, MPH, at jbtruong@westernu.edu. Western University of Health Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University embraces diversity and is committed to attracting qualified candidates from historically underrepresented groups.
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