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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,817 Subscribers Daily
February 19, 2018 #6.126  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
TX Podiatrist Discusses Stress Fractures of the Foot
Stress fractures of the foot are becoming more common in runners, especially first-time marathoners, according to San Antonio, Texas foot and ankle surgeon Eddie Davis, DPM. “Runners who increase their mileage too quickly or change to a more intense phase of training may be more susceptible to a stress fracture due to the increased force placed on the bones,” says Dr. Davis.
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“A general rule of thumb for runners is to increase the mileage by no more than 10 percent each week. Runners who are training also need to have adequate rest time in between runs to help decrease the risk of a fracture.” If a break is suspected, Dr. Davis advises runners to immediately follow the RICE protocol—Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation. If pain and swelling last longer than a few days, an appointment for imaging and a diagnosis is in order.
Source: Tucson News Now [2/13/18]
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| PODIATRISTS OVERCOMING ADVERSITT | |
NY Podiatrist Emerges from 61-Day Coma
Robert Crain, DPM went shopping with his wife and 8-year-old daughter Oct. 3 at Target, picking up some laundry detergent and Legos. Crain had a nagging cough, and when he got home, his wife suggested they go the ER to check it out.
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That's the last thing Crain, 47, a Fayetteville podiatrist, remembers until Jan. 8, when he emerged from a medically induced coma to find he was in Upstate University Hospital. He stayed at the hospital another five weeks, and went home on Valentine's Day.
Source: Elizabeth Doran, Syracuse Post Standard [2/16/18]
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| OUTSIDE INTERESTS | |
FL Podiatrist is a Thespian
When actor David Ehrlich, DPM, performs, his main goal is for the audience to experience the emotions that he attempts to project. In his latest gig in The Playgroup’s “All Together Now,” Ehrlich plays the role of a parent of a son turning 40. The son has a male partner and finds out about a son he didn’t know he had.
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Dr. David Ehrlich |
At 72, Dr. Ehrlich has reinvented himself as a thespian. He retired from his successful podiatry practice in 2010 and started his acting career in 2012. “My initial obstacle was willing to be open and expose my emotions,” said Ehrlich, of Boca Raton. “Once I started to work with more actors and observe them, as well as take some acting classes, it came more naturally.”
Source: Faran Fagen, The Palm Beach Post [2/14/18]
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| MEETING NEWS | |
IL Podiatrist Attends PGA Show
Marlene Reid, DPM of Naperville, IL recently attended the PGA Show in Orlando and the Open Forum, a conference put on by GolfMD for an elite group of golf coaches, professional players, instructors, biomechanists, and others interested in the science of golf to share their latest insights and breakthroughs. This was the 6th year of the Open Forum put on by Chris Como, Nick Chertock, and Michael Michaelides. Dr. Reid, a new golfer herself, has been studying the biomechanics of the foot and ankle as related to the golf swing and the considerations of golf on the lower extremities.
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This is the second year she attended these events with an eye for understanding how foot deformities and pathology may influence the golf swing and vice versa. Reid met with several golf professionals and biomechanical specialists affiliated with advanced electronic and software coaching tools.
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| FROM PM's CURRENT ISSUE | |
Several times 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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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Common Web Design Mistakes Most Medical Practices Make - Part 2
Here are five medical website design mistakes that can hurt your practice:
2. Bad Navigation
Even if your website is visually appealing with a professional design, visitors can still leave over poor navigation. Poor website navigation will make conversions almost impossible. The navigation within your website must be seamless so that visitors are able to find their way around. Product categories should be neatly organized, and labels should be easy to understand. According to one study, if visitors cannot see what they are searching for in three clicks, they will leave your website.
Pro Tip: You can make navigation more accessible by using textual description for links and alt text for graphics. Keep your website clean and simple. An attractive design with an elegant interface is a recipe for success.
Source: Alex Mangrolia, Physicians Practice [2/13/18]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Donald M. Swanson
Dr. Donald M. Swanson, 84, of Farmington, passed away peacefully Monday February 12, 2018, pre-deceased only days by his beloved wife Sondra of sixty years. He received his DPM from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. After graduating he served in the U.S. Army as a commissioned officer holding the rank of Second Lieutenant stationed at Letterman Army Hospital in San Francisco, CA.
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Upon discharge, Dr. Swanson returned to Connecticut where he practiced podiatry in Plainville for 40 years. He also served on the Plainville Housing Authority and was an active member of the Plainville Lions Club for many years.
Source: Guilford Shore Line Times [2/16/18]
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RE: NCDs and LCDs
From: Hal Ornstein, DPM
NCDs (National Coverage Determinations) and LCDs (Local Coverage Determinations) are decisions by Medicare and their administrative contractors that provide coverage information and determine whether services are reasonable and necessary on certain services offered by participating providers. Simply stated these are the rules Medicare sets forth for a number of procedures we perform such as routine foot care, wound care, durable medical equipment, etc. These can be found for your state by clicking here. These can also be found in APMA’s Coding Resource Center.
LCDs help to clarify proper coding, billing, and documentation ensuring compliance on multiple levels. Print each of the LCDs which apply to podiatry and have someone in your office responsible for underlining the key points and copy for all in the office to review with all followed to be compliant. A sound plan is to review the list of LCDs every three months to see if any have changed with any changes circulated to all in the office.
Upon an audit you are expected to know the guidelines and rules set forth in each of the LCDs which apply to podiatry. By thoroughly understanding LCDs, you can maximize reimbursement while practicing good medicine.
Hal Ornstein, DPM, Howell, NJ
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
From: Jay Seidel, DPM
Dr. Parmelee's form is great; it's clear, concise and gets the job done. However, how do you store these slips with a patient's credit card info? When completing my annual PCI compliance for my CC machine, they made it very clear that storing credit card info properly is very difficult and usually requires a third-party with bank-level security and encryption.
Jay Seidel, DPM, Baltimore, MD
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Source: Anastasia Radevich via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2 ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP - NEW YORK
CPME-APPROVED 12 month fellowship beginning July 1st, 2018. Hospital and clinic environment, with onsite hyperbaric medicine. Working with infectious disease, dermatology, as well as plastic, general, vascular, and podiatric surgeons. Must have completed a PMSR residency. Please contact drarnoldhertz@aol.com or jtfootcare@gmail.com. EOE ( equal opportunity employer)
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTH CAROLINA
Physicians Footcare 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 2018. Exam application must be submitted 90 days prior to exam date. If you are ready to earn a comfortable six figure salary; send letter of interest and CV to: scdpmjobs@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SEATTLE, WA
Seattle suburban practice seeks an associate that has interest in gradual complete purchase over a 2-5 year period. For details, please contact footdoc@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTH CENTRAL VIRGINIA
30 year practice. Two office locations. Hospital privileges. 30–40 new patients per month. Seeking well-trained motivated podiatrist. All amenities including malpractice insurance. Good mixture of general podiatry care /surgery/biomechanics/diabetic management. E-Mail CV to: footcare2020@aol.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - NEBRASKA, MINNESOTA, KANSAS, OKLAHOMA, ALABAMA
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 benefit package to our employed podiatrists. Full-time and part-time positions are available. Contact Dr. Chris Kestner at ckestner@ppgpc.com for more details about opportunities with PPG.
MOBILE PODIATRISTS NEEDED - NEW JERSEY
Well established and fast growing House-call podiatry practice (www.homefootcareservices.com) is looking for FULL-TIME podiatrist to do home visits to home-bound patients in New Jersey. We are looking for hard-working, energetic and compassionate doctor. Excellent pay, benefits, administrative support. Send CV to lana.raginsky@homefootcareservices.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WESTERN PHILADELPHIA SUBURBS
Is your ideal practice opportunity one with all aspects of podiatry included? We are a group practice with 6 offices looking for the right surgically trained board qualified/certified doctor to joint our family. Forefoot and rearfoot surgery, as well as, wound care and limb salvage with privileges at 2 local hospitals are available. Partnership is certainly part of the long term plan. We are looking for the right candidate with the position available as early as this Spring or early summer. Send all inquiries and CVs to sgrulke2002@yahoo.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TUCSON, ARIZONA
Growing practice in Tucson, Arizona is looking for a motivated associate. Candidate must be enthusiastic, with strong clinical and surgical skills. Outgoing personality is a must in this busy and flourishing practice. Arizona license required. Check with Arizona State Board for application deadline if you do not currently hold a license. Send CV and letter of interest to transcription697@aol.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL VALLEY/SOUTHERN CA
Seeking associate with partnership availability. Must be highly motivated and have good patient skills and personality. Salary excellent with all paid benefits/incentives including malpractice/401k and profit sharing. Compassionate and well-trained for immediate position. Surgery Center and hospital based with no HMOs/no rest homes. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. Offering a permanent position/partnership in a multi-million dollar hi-tech practice with Partnership also in Surgery center. Please e-mail CV and short biography to: Tonya@wetreatyourfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LONG ISLAND/QUEENS
Advanced Podiatry Seeking Full Time DPM for upscale practices located at the Americana Manhasset, Huntington and Queens. Excellent work environment and company culture. Latest technology with digital x-ray, laser, EHR, Ultrasound, the latest Apple software and iPads. Must be surgically trained, motivated, with a great work ethic. Very competitive salary with significant upside. Great opportunity to work in one of the country's premier practices. Visit www.LIFootCare.com and email evieira1@nshs.edu for more info.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TUCSON, AZ
Amazing associate opportunity leading to long-term arrangement/partnership in sunny beautiful Tucson, AZ. Very busy solo podiatry practice with unlimited earning potential. Tons of new patients daily. Seeking warm, motivated, personable and patient care oriented practitioner. Practice very well known with exploding constant referral sources. argfootdoc@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – RICHMOND, VIRGINIA
Highly respected, high referral, busy podiatric practice seeking a dedicated, hardworking, motivated candidate with an excellent bedside manner. Located on the campus of a major hospital with an excellent working relationship with the hospital administration and the orthopedic, vascular and plastic surgery providers. We’re seeking a long-term team player dedicated to providing high quality patient care. Must have a minimum of 3 years surgical residency training and comfortable with foot and ankle reconstructive surgery. We currently have 3 podiatric surgeons. Please send CV to: mwaskin@footandankle-usa.com or call the practice administrator at (804) 320-3668 to arrange a phone meeting.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FLORIDA
We are a growing practice with three podiatrists working in 1 office and on staff at 3 hospitals, seeking PSR-36 board certified/qualified foot and ankle surgeon. Practice is equipped with certified EMR, digital x-ray, and laser. Highly trained bilingual staff. Must speak fluently English and Spanish. Send CV to tvaldizan@birdroadpodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN MARYLAND
Established practice looking for a full-time podiatrist for our Waldorf, MD and Clinton, MD locations. Must live within 20 miles from the office. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills including ulcer care, diabetes, surgery and general footcare. Must have a strong office personality with the ability to maintain and attract patients. Must be willing to merge into an already established protocol based office. Please send CV to footdocs17@gmail.com
OFFICE MANAGER POSITION - ANNANDALE, VIRGINIA
Office manager with good organizational skills who will be scheduling for 3 Podiatrists as well as doing other office duties. part time leading to full time. Will train. Please contact: Patty @ 703-941-7770
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PRACTICE FOR SALE - UPSTATE NEW YORK (BROOME COUNTY-VESTAL, NY)
Unique, well established, 38 year practice. No 3rd party insurance-NONE! Patients pay full fee at time of service. I work 2.5-3.5 days/week as desired, with 6-8 weeks of vacation/year yielding an average gross income of $625K & an average net of $250K. Practice emphasizes biomechanics, utilizing video & F-Scan analysis; & PinPointe laser for onychomycosis. Modern 2500 sq. ft. office and equipment. Reply to: uniquepractice@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SUN CITY, ARIZONA
Small non-surgical practice near Sun City, Arizona retirement communities. Front door parking. Hospital nearby. Great starter or satellite office. Good potential for growth. Reasonable. Cutera GenesisPlus laser with practice or for sale separately. Email Art at Igogolfing2@aol.com.
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