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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,566 Subscribers Daily
February 09, 2017 # 5,859 Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
Vary Heel Heights and Types: CA Podiatrist
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Dr. Joan Oloff |
"Wearing high heels constantly can shorten your Achilles tendon, causing pain and injury. But just because a shoe is flat does not mean it will not irritate your feet. And no shoe can prevent or cause bunions as they are mainly hereditary. It's best to vary your heel heights and shoe type throughout the week. And if they hurt, take them off!" —Joan Oloff, DPM, podiatrist and shoe designer.
Source: Charlotte Hilton Andersen, Reader's Digest [2/6/17]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
2 NJ Podiatrists Named to Bergen Magazine's Top Doctors List for 2017
Bergen County is home to some of the most prominent and sought-after physicians in the country. Bergen Magazine commissioned Professional Research Services (PRS) of Troy, Michigan to conduct a peer-review survey of thousands of practicing and active physicians across the county. Doctors were asked to select peers whom they deem are the best within their practice areas and whom they would seek out for particular procedures.
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Drs. Jeffrey Cohen and Edward Nieuwenhuis, Jr |
Podiatrists named were Jeffrey M. Cohen, DPM of Northeast Podiatry Group and Edward R. Nieuwenhuis, Jr, DPM of Foot & Ankle Associates of Wycoff.
Source: Bergen Magazine [February 2017]
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| OUTSIDE INTERESTS | |
CA Podiatrist is Cellist and Soprano
Music from the Great American Songbook will be required fun listening Sunday at the Dixon United Methodist Church. The Beethoven and Friends Chamber Ensemble will perform selections from the famed composer’s rhythmically hard-to-resist songlist, including “I’ve Got Rhythm” and “Someone to Watch Over Me.” Beethoven and Friends features Lorraine Crozier, violin; Ed Lowry, clarinet; Dr. JoAnn Ross, cello and soprano; Linda Baron, piano; Elizabeth Kuehner, piano.
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Dr. JoAnn Ross (R) with Beethoven and Friends |
Ross started her musical career by taking cello lessons as a child. In junior high school, she learned she could sing. Through her years in school, she performed with several different groups: concert, dancing, and marching bands; a youth symphony; a church choir; a capella and madrigal singers. In college, Ross majored in voice and sang in choirs and operas. She trained as a podiatrist, but later studied landscape architecture. She teaches cello and singing at her studio in Carmichael.
Source: Richard Bammer, The Reporter [2/7/17]
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| FROM PM's CURRENT ISSUE | |
Twice a week, PM News posts an entire article from a recent issue of our partner, Podiatry Management Magazine. Please note that the views expressed in Podiatry Management Magazine do not necessarily reflect the views of PM News or Barry Block.
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| IN THE COURTS | |
Judge Blocks Anthem-Cigna Merger
A federal judge blocked the proposed $54 billion tie-up between national insurers Anthem and Cigna late Wednesday, saying the combination would harm competition in the national employer market. In a 12-page order, U.S. District Judge Amy Berman Jackson said the merger would eliminate the firms' head-to-head competition for the administrative services business of large employers and result in higher prices and reduced innovation in the market.
The judge also said Cigna, which has long shown lukewarm commitment to the merger, is “actively warning against it.” During the trial, Cigna officials presented “compelling testimony” that undermined the projections of future savings that would result from the merger. The two also have deep disagreements in strategy. Anthem attempted to cast these differences as a “side issue,” according to the order.
Source: Shelby Livingston, Modern Healthcare [2/8/17]
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| MEDICARE NEWS | |
CMS Extends Deadline for 2016 PQRS EHR Submission
CMS is extending the submission deadline for 2016 Quality Reporting data submission. You now have until March 13, 2017 to submit 2016 EHR data via a registry. The original submission deadline was February 28, 2017.
Providers who do not satisfactorily report 2016 quality measure data to meet the PQRS requirements will be subject to a downward PQRS payment adjustment of up to 4% on all Medicare Part B Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) services rendered in 2018.
Source: CMS via TLD Systems
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
6 Signs It's Time to Fire a Staffer - Part 4
Here are six signs that it is time to fire an employee:
4. They take too many sick days. If they are truly sick, no problem: we are doctors and we want everyone to be healthy. However, we are also very intuitive when people are sick and when they are faking. And if you suspect one of you staff is faking sick to get off work, this is a sign they should go. For one thing, you need your employees to be doing their jobs. Small practices don't have an HR department and we can't just get a replacement out of the blue. Everyone in the office must make up the slack.
Source: Linda Girgis, MD, Physicians Practice [1/24/17]
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: Diabetic Foot Infection
A 44 year old white male presented with an with ulcer sub 5th MTP with erythema and edema, lateral foot extending to the ankle. MRIs with and without contrast show increased bone marrow signal throughout the 5th metatarsal on T1 and T2. Abscess formation lateral 5th metatarsal is also present.
The patient was taken to surgery for an I&D. A total 5th ray resection was performed. I had hoped to leave some of the 5th met base but decided not to, after finding a large amount of pus around the 5th metatarsal base intra-operatively (and the MRI suggested osteomyelitis of the entire 5th metatarsal). The peroneal brevis was sutured to the cuboid periosteum and the wound was packed open. Bone from the 5th met head was sent for C&S. Remaining bone was sent to pathology.
The bone C&S grew out S. aureus and Enterococcus faecalis, both sensitive to vancomycin. Pathology, however, said there was no osteomyelitis in the bone specimen. I feel given the information provided, I treated this infection appropriately; however from a malpractice standpoint, the pathology report suggests otherwise. How does one reconcile the discrepancy? There should be histologic changes if osteomyelitis is present, right?
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Source: What a modern day knight wears? |
Source: gizmag.com via Dr. Kevin Kirby
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - RHODE ISLAND
Well established practice seeking a part time podiatrist leading to a full time position. We have state of the art facility with EHR, Laser, PADNet, and Digital x-ray. Great referral base with hospital and surgical center privileges. All aspects of podiatry are seen from simple to complex, children to geriatrics. No nursing homes. Interested candidates send CV to ripodiatryassociate@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 and next exam is June 2017. Starting Compensation package $120k-$140k (base + bonus), health insurance, paid vacation, CME allowance, and retirement. Please send Letter of Interest and CV to: scdpmjobs@gmail.com
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE OPPORTUNITY – CHICAGO
Multi-location group-Chicago/Near West Suburbs - Opening for ABFAS Board Certified/Qualified associate for Chicago. Surgical/ortho patient load. No nursing homes. Must hit the door running! EMR, digital x-ray, laser, ultrasound, shockwave, surgery center & amazing support staff. Benefits available, associateship available for the right doc. Send CV to chicagopodwork@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTHERN MARYLAND
Established practice in Southern Maryland looking for a full-time podiatrist. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills including ulcer care, diabetes and general footcare. Must have a strong office personality with the ability to maintain and attract patients. Advanced surgical training, evenings/weekends and E/R- on call not required. Please send C/V to: feet_r_neat@aol.com.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - IN, TN, TX, MO, KS, WI
Preferred Podiatry Group is seeking providers to join our growing practice servicing long term care facilities in several areas. We offer a competitive commission based income as well as a benefits packaged to our employed podiatrists. Full-time and part-time positions are available. Contact Dr. Chris Kestner at ckestner@ppgpc.com for details.
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE – INDIANAPOLIS
For motivated, hard-working residency-trained podiatrist in busy 3-office practice leading to partnership. Would consider 2017 residency graduate. Two locations in Indianapolis and 1 location outside of Metro area. Competitive salary and benefit package including 401, profit-sharing, Health insurance. Surgery center ownership available. Forward letter and resume to Imalament1@comcast.net.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - HARTFORD COUNTY, CT
Well-established, busy podiatric practice seeking a candidate who is dedicated, hardworking, motivated with an excellent bedside manner. The practice sees all age groups and all aspects of podiatry from simple to complex. Seeking a long-term team player dedicated to patient care and has the ability to work independently. Send CV to ct_footdoc@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. LOUIS, MO
Expanding group practice seeks full-time podiatrist to join our team, we have state of the art facilities with EHR, lasers, EPAT, digital x-ray, etc. Candidates must have completed a PSR/36 residency and be well-trained, ethical and collegial. Competitive salary with incentives and benefits. If interested, please Contact CHARLENEW@FACSTL.COM.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LAS VEGAS
Growing five doctor group seeks quality podiatrist with excellent training and communication skills. Successful candidate will provide general podiatric care, wound care and sports medicine in a collegial environment at the Foot, Ankle and Hand Center of Las Vegas. Our expanding practice has two offices and anticipates third location. Las Vegas is a very livable city with a low cost of living, a variety of entertainment options and warm climate. Position is salaried with incentive bonus, benefits and paid time off. Experience preferred, but new graduates will be considered. Interested parties should forward resume to podfallcenter@gmail.com.
LOWER EXTREMITY PERIPHERAL NERVE SURGERY FELLOWSHIP POSITION
EHI Pain and Neuropathy Center -Atlanta, GA. This fellowship is under the direction of Dr. Stephen L. Barrett, and is an Association of Extremity Nerve Surgeons (AENS) Peripheral Nerve 12-month approved surgical fellowship program. Start date is July 1st, 2017. Salary: $ 50.000 + benefits (CME, health insurance, etc.) The nerve fellow will be enrolled in the AENS surgical fundamental course, and will only focus on lower extremity nerve surgery throughout the fellowship. Submit letter of introduction and CV with medical school transcript to dfell@extremityhc.com. GA license required. Deadline for applications is March 10th, 2017.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 1 - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - PINPOINTE LASER
Excellent condition, 4+ years old, was used only twice/month in satellite office. Protective eye wear included. $10,900 Mwolpafootdoc@yahoo.com (510)-849-3800
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EQUIPMENT FOR SALE – PRICE REDUCED – EXCELLENT CONDITION!!!
Autoclave, Exam chair, Stainless steel surgical lamps, Mayo stands, Intrex X-ray unit, A2D2 Digital imaging with HP laptop, custom medical cabinet, and more! All equipment comes with a working guarantee. Serious buyers only. Please contact abbericken@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - LOS ANGELES COUNTY SUBURB
Golden Opportunity- Gross is over $500,000.00 on only 2 days. Easily expanded to full time practice. Full mix of patients- private, Medicare, HMO. All phases of podiatry practiced- surgery, wound care, maintenance, biomechanical. Be your own boss. Interested parties send email to footguy1@pacbell.net
PRACTICE FOR SALE- MASON CITY, IA PRICED TO SELL
Well-established, full range, solo podiatry practice for 34 years. Located in professional building next to hospital. Fully equipped with digital x-ray system. Currently 3 days/week, 5-year average gross $409K and $265K net with growth potential. Call 641-423-1565 after 5PM (CST) or e-mail sbrau@mchsi.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - CALIFORNIA: NORTHERN
Wanting to retire. Looking for someone to take over practice. Great opportunity. Ready patient base. Potential to expand in all areas of podiatry. Awesome area - lakes, mountains, rivers - especially appealing to outdoor enthusiast/anyone who enjoys beautiful locale. $285,000 buys building and well established practice. Email reddingpodiatry@sbcglobal.net
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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