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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,212 Subscribers Daily
February 25, 2016 #5,608  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PM NEWS QUICK POLL |
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How do you see the trend with podiatrists as part of orthopedic groups? |
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
Chinese Faculty Visit NYCPM
On January 27, approximately 30 faculty members of Henan University of Traditional Chinese Medicine visited NYCPM to explore the possibility of shared education, and to learn more about how to teach topics related to research projects.
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(L-R) Dean of Students Lisa Lee, Drs. Michael Trepal (Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean) and Li Jiansheng, Louis Levine, and Dr. Thomas DeLauro, Chair of Department of Podiatric Medicine |
During the visit, Li Jiansheng, PhD, Vice President of the University, presented a commemorative plate to Louis L. Levine, President and CEO of NYCPM.
Source: Footprints [February 2016]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS - PART 1 | |
Topical Antifungals Should Follow Oral Treatments: MD Podiatrist
If your toenails have started to discolor or are becoming thicker and more brittle, chances are fungus is to blame. "While nails clear up in time by taking antifungal pills, your risk of a reoccurrence is high so I recommend a topical cream to help prevent it," says Timothy Swartz, DPM, chief of podiatry of Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic region.
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Dr. Timothy Swartz |
Keeping your foot dry—and changing out of sweaty socks—can help prevent the fungus, which thrives in warm, moist environments and can invade your skin through tiny cuts or the small separation between the nail and nail bed, from rearing its ugly head in the first place.
Source: MSN [2/22/16]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS - PART 2 | |
Morton's Toe Increases Chance of Bunions, Hammertoes: CT Podiatrist
If your second toe is longer than your first toe (that's the case for an estimated 20 to 30% of Americans), you're at increased risk for bunions, hammertoes (ones that are bent downward), and even back problems due to how you distribute pressure throughout your body, says Robert F. Weiss, DPM, director of the Foot & Ankle Institute at Stamford Hospital in Connecticut.
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Dr. Robert Weiss |
"All the weight should push off your first toe, but when the second one is longer, it rolls and flattens, causing all kind of foot problems," he explains. If you do have this condition (called Morton's toe), talk to your podiatrist about the best kind of footwear for the shape of your feet, since ill-fitting shoes make the condition worse.
Source: MSN [2/22/26]
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| PODIATRISTS AND THE LAW | |
FL Podiatrist on Trial for Molestation Charges
A Weston podiatrist accused of molesting his 15-year-old babysitter in 2012 appeared in court Tuesday for the first day of his trial. The victim, now 19, was the state's first witness. She cried while speaking about the night of the incident four years ago. Dr. Augustine Bollo is accused of molesting the teen and then offering to pay her to keep quiet. The incident allegedly happened at his home in Weston, where she was hired part-time to babysit his four children. If convicted, he could face up to 15 years in prison.
Source: Ben Kennedy, local10.com (ABC) [2/23/16]
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Podiatric Office Software
I'm opening a new office soon and am interested in your subscribers' recommendations on the “best” podiatric office software program.
Ivar Roth, Newport Beach, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (ETHICS) - PART 1A | |
From: Tip Sullivan, DPM
Where I live, if you were to bill this as a service, you would be at risk for practicing outside of your scope. Many years ago this issue came up. As the president of our state podiatry association I wrote a letter to the attorney for our state board of medical licensure. The question was that if I were ACLS-certified and a patient had an MI in my office, could I as a podiatrist perform ACLS and administer the drugs required. The answer was NO! The reason was that I was a limited licensed practitioner and was not licensed to provide ACLS. It had nothing to do with qualifications or the ACLS certification. In this case, it seems as though you did not actually physically/medically do anything except be the good Samaritan that I am sure you are and help identify your patient's need.
Tip Sullivan, DPM, Jackson, MS
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (ETHICS) - PART 1B | |
From: Howard R. Fox, DPM
Back in 2008, there was a similar incident on Staten Island that landed on the front page of the local paper. The press made it sound as if the cruel and heartless medical office only cared about collecting their co-pay, not the welfare of the patient. I personally know this was not the case, but the press sensationalized it because the patient called the press to get attention.
It might not be good for business to have a fire truck or ambulance flashing their lights in front of your office, but it’s much worse to get such horrible press that’s written to sell newspapers rather than inform the public of a non-news event. My advice is take the loss, write it off, and go visit your patient in the hospital to see how he’s doing.
Howard R. Fox, DPM, Staten Island, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (ETHICS) - PART 1C | |
From: Jeffrey Kass, DPM
I opine that you should bill. You exemplified everything it means to be a doctor, and you did evaluate your patient and managed him appropriately. You can elect to put the diagnosis the patient presented with or filled out on your form and bill out an evaluation and management code. I want to congratulate you on your handling of the scenerio. You, sir or madam, are a fine doctor.
Jeffrey Kass, DPM, Forest Hills, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
From: Larry Cohen, DPM
Regarding podiatrists joining orthopedic groups, I have to agree with Dr. Hall. There is both money and opportunity for the podiatrist. However from the orthopedic groups' perspective, they are getting someone to do their foot and ankle surgery at probably a fraction of the cost of hiring a fellowship trained foot and ankle orthopedist. Don't think for a minute that they are being altruistic.
Larry Cohen, DPM, Clinton, NJ
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
From: Todd Lewis, DPM
The problem with awareness of our profession whether abroad or here in the USA, and what we can offer patients varies from state to state, city to city, private practice to private practice, and physician/practitioner to physician/practitioner. More importantly, the limiting factor is what a particular practice wants? What are their short- and long-term goals? Are they lost in a practice that doesn't want change. Do the podiatrists do research, go to several conferences regardless of CME credits, including but not limited to podiatry (i.e. vascular conferences), introduce new modalities/therapies, (i.e. Zimmer shock wave therapy, MLS laser therapy, TCC-EZ, PRP injections, Supartz injections, amniotic stem cell dressings and injections, just to name a few).
In addition, most private practices lack basic fundamental business knowledge because it's not implemented in medical school and that's a huge problem. Also, the correct codes and modifiers utilized when billing is another huge problem. It significantly affects how you get reimbursed/paid! My recommendation is hire a sound marketing agent to represent your practice, advertise, send out monthly newsletters, attend community fairs, join Top Practices, network, and join local chambers of commerce.
Todd Lewis, DPM, Wichita, KS
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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What Alice wore in Wonderland? |
The shoe brand Irregular Choice will launch their next special collection 'Alice in Wonderland'. The new live-action 'Alice in Wonderland, Through the Looking Glass' hits the theaters in May. And designer Danny Sullivan didn’t spare any details with a new collection featuring favorite characters from the original 1951 animated film.
Source: Danny Sullivan (Irregular Choice) via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
FELLOWSHIP – DIABETIC FOOT & WOUND (TEXAS)
One position for a 12-month TMB-approved Diabetic Foot and Wound fellowship beginning July 1, 2016. Candidate must have completed a podiatric residency/plastic surgical residency/general surgery residency and be eligible for Texas Medical License. Training involves all aspect of diabetic foot management. Curriculum focuses on surgical limb salvage, and medical management of the complex wound patient. Interested candidates should email their CV, personal statement and 3 letters of recommendation to latonya.rosales@utsouthwestern.edu. UT Southwestern is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - EAST TEXAS
A well-established practice is seeking a full time associate podiatrist. Must be BC or BQ by ABFAS. Practice offers a good general mix of all aspects of podiatric medicine and surgery. Competitive salary and benefits/Partnership buy-in. Email CV and letter of interest to office manager at toejob40@yahoo.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY
Excellent opportunity to join a busy high visibility office with digital x-ray, diabetic shoe store, and 5 years experience in EMR. All phases of podiatry. Good patient volume, lots of DME, and steady reliable income stream. Potential for partnership or purchase. Contact samuel10530@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MASSACHUSETTS
We are a well-established, very busy, hospital-based multi-doc practice located just north of Boston, seeking full time podiatrist. Excellent referral base and high volume of new patients. We are well integrated within the medical community and active in both hospital out-patient and in-patient care. Competitive compensation and benefit package. Please email CV to footdocsma@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TUCSON, AZ
Associate(s) wanted for busy multi location practice in Tucson, Arizona. Willing to look at any and all candidates including practicing podiatrists who may be interested in re-locating to a beautiful place to live and work. Bilingual applicants encouraged to apply. Send resume to transcription697@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL VALLEY/SOUTHERN CA/COASTAL
Seeking associates 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 bio to: Tonya@wetreatyourfeet.com
ASSOCIATE WANTED - SO CAL COAST
Excellent opportunity for the right doctor. Looking for a young, hard working, full time doctor who wants to learn how to run a practice from top to bottom. Need an outgoing, very personable doctor to shadow me and practice similarly. Want someone who would want to take over the practice in the near future. asbf@pacbell.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NORTH TEXAS
Are you looking for a group practice in North Texas? Do you like a fast paced environment? Are you board qualified or certified in surgery? Can you start as early as this summer? If you answered yes to ALL of these questions, please send an email to greatplacetowork@faant.com with the caption "I'm your next associate" in the subject line.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Are you finishing your residency in June? Full-time associate leading to partnership. Immediate position available. Busy office with multiple locations. Full scope practice. ABPS Board qualified/certified. California license required. Benefits included. Inland Empire. Please forward resume to familyfootcenter@verizon.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION - DALLAS/FT. WORTH TEXAS
A multi-office practice is seeking a well rounded podiatrist with strong work ethic and skills. Must be BQ/BC by ABFAS. Competitive salary, bonus structure and benefits. Excellent growth potential for the right individual. Position available this July. Send CV, picture and letter of interest to: ntexaspod@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TAMPA BAY
Well established, dynamic multi-doctor practice in the Tampa Bay, high-tech with EMR and digital x-rays. Sports medicine, surgery and potential partnership. No NH/ HMOs. Excellent hospital privileges. Choose an area of practice concentration that you are passionate about & enjoy a lifestyle 2nd to none. CV to floridapodiatrist@tampabay.rr.com
ASSOCIATE WANTED - WESTERN NY/PA
Busy multi-location practice seeks personable energetic hardworking podiatrist. Come utilize the full extent of your Podiatric training! Competitive salary, bonus, and partnership. NY/PA license required. Send CV to: jhs.podiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE WANTED - NORTHERN VIRGINIA
Seeking an associate to join our practice now or summer who is ethical, skilled, hard working, personable to join our team. Candidate must have a minimum PMSR/36 with RRA training. Must be BC or BQ. Open also to already established seasoned podiatrist. Email to: novapodjobs@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW JERSEY
Seeking energetic podiatrist. You must be trained in all aspects of Podiatric Surgery including forefoot and rearfoot surgery. Be willing to follow and learn proven systems for practice success. Competitive remuneration package. Position available for Summer 2016. If you meet all these qualifications, please apply with CV attached. njpod2013-1@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WISCONSIN
Our well established podiatry practice in central Wisconsin is looking for a full-time Podiatrist to join our team and who enjoys developing long-term care relationships with their patients. Position will involve seeing patients at Clinic, Assisted Living Facilities, Surgery Centers and Hospitals. Very competitive salary tgleason@familyfoot.org.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – YONKERS, NY
Well established podiatry practice is looking for part-time podiatrist to work 2-3 days per week, including some Saturdays. Will work to get you on as many plans as possible. Competitive compensation package with bonus structure & partnership/ownership opportunity for the right individual. Please submit resume: Podiodoc@gmail.com
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