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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,453 Subscribers Daily
February 20, 2019 #6,358  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PM NEWS QUICK POLL |
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
NY Podiatrist Discusses Neuromas
According to podiatrist Bruce Pinker, DPM, "Neuromas are inflammatory conditions of the nerves in between the toes. Commonly brought on by tight or narrow footwear that is worn repetitively, neuromas can also be addressed conservatively and surgically. Most patients elect for cortisone injections to start, usually performed in a series. If unsuccessful in providing relief, custom orthotics can also be utilized."
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Dr. Bruce Pinker |
"Surgery is reserved for the more challenging cases, and usually results are long-lasting. Recovery from neuroma surgery is usually two to three weeks, performed as an outpatient procedure, and often covered by health insurance plans," says Dr. Pinker.
Source: Best Company [February 2019]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
NY Podiatrist Appointed to Congressman's Seniors Advisory Group
Jean Chen-Vitulli, DPM, MS has been appointed to Congressman Sean Maloney’s Seniors Advisory Group. This group will meet on a regular basis to address the problems facing the senior population. They will discuss the issues, network, and find solutions regardless of political party affiliations. Seniors are often targeted for scams and face predicaments regarding quality of nursing homes, healthcare, and health issues.
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Dr. Jean Chen-Vitulli |
Working with home bound patients, Dr. Chen-Vitulli reached out to her Congressman for issues she has observed in the field. The Congressional office offered assistance and support to her patients, as well as to veterans she distinguished as in need or facing homelessness. The advisory group's goals include finding ways to educate seniors to empower them, including finding funding and creating legislation to help with problems with an emphasis on keeping people at home for as long as possible.
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| SUPER GROUPS IN THE NEWS | |
Village Podiatry Centers Announced Acquisition of Turner Podiatry and Wound Care
Village Podiatry Centers has announced that they have acquired Turner Podiatry and Wound Care in Royston, GA. Turner Podiatry and Wound Care was previously owned by William Barry Turner, DPM who passed away earlier this year. Dr. Turner`s practice focused on all podiatric conditions of the foot and ankle but specialized in wound care and limb salvage.
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Dr. William Barry Turner |
“In keeping with Village Podiatry’s focus on specialty podiatric care, we will continue Dr. Turner’s mission of providing advanced, state-of-the-art wound care, including hyperbaric treatment of ulcers, to the Royston community and region. It is consistent with our vision of being a resource for complex podiatric care regionally and nationally.” - David Helfman, DPM and CEO, Extremity Healthcare Inc.
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| MEETING NEWS |
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Opening session of ACFAS Annual Scientific Conference |
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| RELEVANT RESEARCH | |
Triamcinolone Compares Favorably to Verapamil for Treatment of Keloids: Study
A randomized, single-blind, single-group comparison with 15 patients (30 scars) was carried out to compare the effects of intralesional triamcinolone with verapamil injections. Injections were scheduled every 3 weeks accompanied by cryotherapy until complete flattening of the scar or a maximum of 8 sessions, whichever came earlier. Scar evaluation at each stage was done by serial photographic records as well as by the Vancouver scar scale.
Conclusion: Given the anti-inflammatory and antimitotic effects of triamcinolone plus its vasoconstrictor properties, triamcinolone would be an effective treatment for keloids in comparison to verapamil. However, further studies involving a higher number of participants with a longer period of observation are encouraged to shed more light on this subject.
Source: Derm101 [January 2019] via Dr. Allen Jacobs
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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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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) - PART 1A | |
From: Martin Girling, DPM
Consider a plantar plate repair before resection of the base of the proximal phalanx. Wright Medical has a great system or try Smith&Nephew's HAT-TRICK.
Martin Girling, DPM, St. Pete Beach, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) - PART 1B | |
From: Sheldon Nadal, DPM
If you look at the original x-rays, it appears that metatarsals two and three are adducted. Not surprisingly, the second and third toes are abducted since the toes tend to move in the opposite direction of the metatarsals. I think the post-operative problem is due to the fact that the surgeon decided to fixate the second metatarsal osteotomy. Had he or she left it unfixated, chances are that the metatarsal head would have shifted slightly laterally. This would have caused the second toe proximal phalanx to shift slightly medially and give a more congruent joint.
Personally, I would now simply perform an unfixated transverse...
Editor's note: Dr. Nadal's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM NEWS QUICK POLLS) - PART 1A | |
From: Steven Selby Blanken, DPM
All podiatric surgeons are podiatrists, not visa-versa. I did a podiatric surgical residency and certified by a board recognized by APMA and most hospitals (ABFAS). I also was a residency director of a PSR program for 5 years. I taught my residents that if they perform surgery as part of their practice, to refer to themselves as podiatric surgeons. Yes, you have to pay dues and recertify every 10 years...I do feel you should refer to yourself as podiatric surgeons.
Most DPMs have hospital privileges under a department of surgery, not medicine. There should be no discredited feelings or embarrassment if you do not do surgery every day or just once or twice or month. It doesn’t matter. I know orthopedists who limit themselves primarily to sports medicine and do not operate most of the time. There are ENTs who do a lot clinic work and operate once a week. Be proud to call yourself a podiatric surgeon if you are certified and trained in it. My grandfather was a podiatrist and not a surgeon. That was fine with him and with me.
Steven Selby Blanken, DPM, Silver Spring, MD
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS PM NEWS QUICK POLLS) - PART 1B | |
From: Allen Jacobs, DPM
The American College of Surgeons recognizes 14 surgical specialties. Podiatry is not recognized as one such surgical specialty. The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) does not recognize podiatry as a surgical specialty. The performance of foot and ankle surgery is variably a part of the practice of podiatry. For some, the performance of foot and ankle surgery is the sine qua non of practice. For others, it is of minor importance to daily practice.
Is podiatry a surgical specialty? No. Is surgery a specialty within podiatry? For some. For those who do not agree, I suggest that you attend the ACFAS annual scientific conference. Or read JFAS. Should you choose to do so, you will quickly learn that there are some whose practices are dedicated to surgical care of the foot and ankle.
Allen Jacobs, DPM, St. Louis, MO
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Inspired by a playground slide? (photo: Charlotte Visser) |
Source: Chau Har Jee via Virtual Shoe Museum
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NBPME Seeks Nominations
The following positions on the Board will be open for election to a three-year term at the annual meeting in July, 2019.
- A candidate with prior experience as a member of the Council on Podiatric Medical Education.
- A candidate who has served as a member of his or her state’s professional licensing board within the five years prior to the initial term.
- A candidate representing the consuming public (the “Consumer Trustee”). Neither the Consumer Trustee nor any person of the Consumer Trustee's immediate family shall be a podiatric healthcare provider or be employed by a provider of podiatric healthcare services.
Interested individuals should forward a letter and curriculum vitae no later than June 1, 2019 to:
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MEETING NOTICES
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW JERSEY
Position available with future opportunity in a 38 year old established practice. Seeking hard working, self-motivated individual to join my busy practice. All aspects of podiatry including surgery & woundcare. Position is currently available but will wait until July/August for right candidate. Competitive package. Please email CV to jerseypod@gmail.com
FULL TIME ASSOCIATE POSITION - GREATER NEW YORK CITY AREA
3 location group practice requiring a full-time Associate Podiatric Surgeon with minimum 3 years of surgical residency training in all aspects of foot and ankle surgery, ABFAS board qualification in foot and RRA required. Must be comfortable with all foot and ankle procedures. Must be motivated, hardworking, positive, and dedicated to growing the practice as well as individual career and reputation. Traveling by car is required (not just public transportation). Interested candidates can contact via email: docfoots@hotmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY
Immediately available P/T or F/T opening with our Suffolk county practice for a well-trained doctor. State of the art, EMR compliant office with flexible hours. Full benefits are available with F/T position. Send CV and contact info to SNSFPodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ROCHESTER, NY
Rapidly growing podiatry practice in Rochester, NY has a job position for a full time podiatrist. Position will involve all aspects of podiatric medicine, orthotics, wound care, nursing homes, foot surgery etc. Preferred: Podiatrist with NYS License, Board Certified or Board Eligible, Send Cover Letter and CV to office@rocpod.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – RICHMOND, VA
Achilles Foot and Ankle Center is looking to hire a DPM in Richmond, VA to work in our Ancillary Services Division working with LPN/MA in Senior Living Facilities in and around the Richmond area. Monday – Friday work week; Two weeks of vacation. 1099 contract position; Starting salary of $125,000 csaunders@achillesfootandankle.com.
ASSOCIATE PODIATRY POSITION – MARYLAND
Very busy established practice looking for a full-time podiatrist. We are participating with three local hospitals. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills including ulcer care, diabetes, surgery and general foot care. 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 C/V and cover page to: marylandpodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NASSAU COUNTY, NY
Busy practice seeking full time Podiatrist. Competitive salary. State of the art facility. Please email resume to: Medicalofficeinquiry@gmail.com or call: 516-902-1073.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Very busy practice seeking a full-time, self-motivated and hard-working podiatry associate. Competitive salary and benefits offered. Please email CV to: podiatrists@icloud.com
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE - CENTRAL TEXAS
Small independent office for sale. Includes all equipment /turnkey. Serious inquiries only. Please call for pictures and price. Located in a lovely small community. Wonderful for families. Physician retiring. Email to Susieintx@aol.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – WESTERN WASHINGTON
Busy 30-Year established practice in Auburn, Washington in medical office building connected to MultiCare hospital. Practice scope included Clinic, hospital-based surgery, hospital consultations, and hospital wound care clinic encompassing forefoot, rearfoot, and ankle surgery. Will stay on 3 months during transition. Send resume to Dgusman@hotmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - VESTAL, NEW YORK
Rare Opportunity: 38-year-old, part-time, well established, “CASH” practice. NO INSURANCE. Patient pays directly for their services. Yields personal income range of $200-$250K. Well maintained 2500 sq.’ office and equipment. Willing to introduce and train. Contact: uniquepractice@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SYRACUSE NY
30 year old established practice FULLY furnished/equipped (turnkey). 850 sq feet. Great location in medical district. Over 4000 patient following; 1000 current. Grossed $220,000/yr on 3 days/week. Rental of space NOT INCLUDED. Asking $90,000 or best offer. Will send pics. Doctorsuzi7@aol.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - EAST CENTRAL ILLINOIS
30 year established surgical practice in rural East Central Illinois. Re-locating. Turn-key operation with 3 treatment rooms and surgical suite. Certified EHR. Generates $450K, asking $300K. Call 217-549-1887 or email drjoe@myfeethurt.net.
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