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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,462 Subscribers Daily
March 04, 2019 #6,366  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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Results of last week's poll |
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How often do you prescribe opioids for chronic foot or ankle pain?
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| APMA STATE COMPONENT NEWS | |
NYSPMA Presents White Paper at Population Health Summit
New York State Podiatric Medical Association’s (NYSPMA) poster submission was accepted at the NY Prevention Agenda (State Health Plan) Population Health Summit in Albany on February 28. Dan Kline, E.D., and Dr. Vanessa Darmochwal, Board of Trustee Member and Co-Chair of the Population Health Taskforce, presented NYSPMA’s White Paper, “Podiatric Treatment Saves Limbs, Lives and Money."
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Dan Kline and Dr. Vanessa Darmochwal |
Diabetes, fall prevention, obesity, and substance abuse/back pain are priority focus areas for the NY State Prevention Agenda, of which NYSPMA has served on the Prevention Agenda 2019-2024 Update Taskforce. The Summit was attended by over 600 healthcare and community health professionals from across New York.
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
IL Podiatrist Discusses How to Buy a Rain Boot
A priority when shopping is to find a pair of boots that “are as waterproof or water-resistant as possible,” Melissa Lockwood, DPM, a podiatrist at Heartland Foot and Ankle Associates in Bloomington, IL, tells Yahoo Lifestyle. Having rain boots that let in moisture can increase your risk of blisters or developing a fungal or bacterial infection, she says.
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As a rule, you’ll want to avoid galoshes, i.e., boots you wear over your shoes, Lockwood says. These don’t have good support and can put you at risk of developing plantar fasciitis, a painful inflammation of the thick band of tissue that connects your heel bone to your toes, she says. However, boots with a heel are okay and even recommended.
Source: Korin Miller, Yahoo Lifestyle [3/1/19]
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| PUBLISHED PODIATRISTS | |
TX Podiatrist Publishes Thought Provoking Book
Tony Noreiga, DPM’s encouragement for writing his debut book titled Fruit for Thought (published by iUniverse) derives from combined personal experience, study, meditation, and general realization as he goes through his daily walk in life. This book is a cornucopia of original and nuanced inspirational thoughts, philosophical views, one-liners, and poetry meant to encourage people to ponder, enjoy, and re-imagine life.
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“Fruit for Thought” is a relatively succinct publication composed of philosophical expressions and inspirational thoughts written to be used as a conversational piece, scholastic inspiration, or an insightful guide. It is an amalgamation of various subjects related to the beauty of life and its challenges.
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| PHARMACEUTICAL NEWS | |
FDA Warns of Higher Risk for Death With Gout Drug Febuxostat (Uloric)
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has added a boxed warning to the label for the gout drug febuxostat (Uloric, Takeda) on the basis of results of a large post-marketing safety study. The FDA has concluded that there is an increased risk for death with febuxostat compared to another gout medicine, allopurinol (multiple brands).
"This conclusion is based on our in-depth review of results from a safety clinical trial that found an increased risk of heart-related death and death from all causes with Uloric," the FDA said in a safety communication February 21. The FDA said febuxostat should be reserved for patients for whom allopurinol has failed or who do not tolerate allopurinol. Patients should be counseled about cardiovascular risk with febuxostat and should be advised to seek immediate medical attention if they experience chest pain, shortness of breath, rapid or irregular heartbeat, numbness or weakness on one side of the body, dizziness, trouble talking, or sudden, severe headache.
Source: Megan Brooks, Medscape [2/22/19] via Dr. Dia Mccaughan
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Key Steps to Mitigating Your Cyber Risk - Part 5
Continuing cyber attacks on healthcare providers emphasize the need for medical practices of all sizes to make cyber security an essential part of their business. Here are some steps to strengthen your practice’s cyber security position.
5. Educate your staff - Your staff can be either your best defense against cyberthreats or your greatest weakness. The most sophisticated technology won’t protect against a staff member inadvertently opening a phishing email, inserting a malware-loaded USB drive into a computer, losing a mobile device, or connecting to an unsafe wi-fi network—all risks that can be mitigated through security awareness training.
An effective security awareness program should teach all staff to understand the threats and vulnerabilities to the practice (phishing, social engineering, lost or stolen mobile devices, outdated software, etc.) and their responsibilities in defending against these threats and vulnerabilities. Broad advice such as “use strong passwords” or “don’t open phishing emails” is meaningless. A more effective approach is to teach staff how to create stronger passwords, how to spot a phishing email, and how to integrate cybersecurity best practices into everyday use. Empower your staff to take an active role in the practice’s cyber security. Provide periodic instruction to reinforce prior learning and enable staff to keep up with constantly changing and evolving cyber security threats.
Source: Joseph E. Guimera, JD, Physicians Practice [2/21/19]
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: SMB Podiatry Services Billing
Can anyone give either positive or negative feedback as to their experience with SMB Podiatry Services Billing out of the Kansas City, MO area? I’m considering signing on to their company in the very near future.
Allan Freiberg, DPM, Metairie, LA
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RE: The Passing of Matilda A. Lenk, DPM
Dr. Matilda A. Lenk graduated from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in Cleveland. She was one of only 10 women podiatrists in her graduating class of 1949 and became the youngest and only woman podiatrist in New Britain when she opened her practice in 1950.
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Dr. Matilda Lenk |
She spent the next 48 years caring for patients wherever they needed her - in her office, at hospitals, and in nursing homes. She also made house calls to those who could not travel; gaining a reputation for compassion and dedication that was the hallmark of her professional life.
Source: New Britain Herald [2/28/19]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) | |
From: Thomas Graziano, DPM, MD
Dr. Caringi's inquiry as to whether or not a longer dorsal arm produces a more "functional and cosmetic result" in a bunionectomy procedure opens up an interesting discussion. Time has a way of enlightening a clinician and providing insight as to what "works" and what doesn't work. My perspective in this discussion comes from over 35 years of experience performing corrective surgery for hallux valgus deformity. I can say that my satisfaction with distal osteotomies of the 1st metatarsal whether short or long has decreased steadily over the years.
I say this because while patient satisfaction is for the most part acceptable, I personally have been disappointed in long-term outcomes. For that reason, I have been routinely performing the Lapidus procedure. From a "corrective" and more "functional" standpoint, it provides superior outcomes when compared to any distal osteotomy. The stability of the first metatarsal cuneiform joint through arthrodesis and the correction obtained cannot be surpassed by any distal osteotomy, no matter what the configuration.
Thomas Graziano, DPM, MD, Clifton, NJ
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Talk about an arch support! |
Source: Naomi Hertz via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - NATIONALLY
If your passion is to enhance people's independence and quality of life through helping them improve their mobility, then a career as a Preferred Podiatry Group podiatrist could be for you. Flexibility, autonomy, resources, location - they're all yours! Oh, did we mention that there's very high earning potential based on patient volume? Please send an email to recruiting@PPGpc.com if you're interested in learning more about PPG podiatric care for residents in long-term care homes.
POSITION AVAILABLE - MARYLAND
One owner, group practice looking to hire business minde associate for buy-in/buy-out relationship. I will teach you to become a top earner in the field. Full benefits package including 401k w/ match. I am ready to slow down and sell 2 of the 3 locations in three years. Eventually selling the 3rd location and becoming an employee working a few days a week. I own two of the office locations as well, so real estate investments are also possible. Investment shares available in physician/hospital owned surgical center. Don't miss this unique opportunity. AtlanticFootSurgeons.com. drhenrock@yahoo.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: delucia@faasny.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION W/BUY IN OPTION – MARYLAND
Very busy established practice looking for a full-time or part-time podiatrist! We are participating with three local hospitals and all insurances. 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. Great benefit package to include 401k/health insurance/vacation time/CEU allowance and much more!! Please send C/V and cover page to: marylandpodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TENNESSEE
Well-established multi-specialty physician practice group seeking well trained and ambitious specialist to treat podiatry and wound care patients. Would be joining a podiatry group with a 40+ year-old established practice. Perfect opportunity to enter academic medicine, as the group is the faculty practice plan for a large medical teaching institution. Demonstrated experience in management of foot problems, experience in foot and ankle surgery, and an interest in teaching and training required. Submit CV’s to uch_hr@uthsc.edu
ASSOCIATE POSITION – KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE
Turn-key practice with a well-established patient base located 30 minutes outside of downtown Knoxville. Extremity Healthcare has an immediate opening in its Lenoir City practice. We are a 65 physician-plus podiatric super group with outstanding practice management and support services. Looking for compassionate individual with good interpersonal and critical-thinking skills. Must be motivated, hardworking, positive, and dedicated to growing the practice as well as individual career and reputation. ABFAS board qualification in foot and RRA required. Great benefit package to include 401k/health insurance/vacation time/CEU allowance and much more! Contact Director of Business Development, Dr. Ira Kraus, ikraus@extremityhc.com or Talent Acquisition Manager, Loren Erikson, lerikson@extremityhc.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
POSITION AVAILABLE – NORTH EASTERN NEW YORK, CORNING, NY AND VERMONT
Looking for podiatrists to see residents in nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities in North Eastern NY, Corning (and surrounding area), and Vermont. Great opportunity for part-time income. Position available immediately! Send inquiries to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
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.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - BROOKLYN, NEW YORK
80 year old podiatry practice for sale. All phases of podiatry, primarily palliative care close to hospital and public transportation. Two fully equipped treatment rooms, x-ray and dark room, whirlpools, phone system, motorized entry gate long-term lease available with flexible terms. feetdpm@aol.com and drsiegel32@gmail.com
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
Well established, part-time practice. Average 3 days/week. 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
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