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March 07, 2024 #7,704  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Bahamas Podiatrist Discusses Differences Between Men's and Women's Feet
According to Monique Mitchell, DPM, MPH, "Of all the differences between men and women, feet probably aren’t the first to come to mind. But women’s feet are different from men’s feet in a number of ways. Women and men are not equal in regards to anatomic structure and function of the lower extremities. This can cause variations in every day walking, exercising, and shoe wear patterns between the genders. These variations can explain certain medical conditions affecting the foot and ankle and there are lots of foot issues that affect women more than men."
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"Because of the anatomical (structural) and biomechanical (functional) differences between women and men’s feet, there are a number of foot issues that women are more likely to suffer from. These include bunions, corns and calluses, hammertoes, Morton’s neuroma, conditions resulting from wearing high heels, runner’s knee, and stress fractures, says Dr. Mitchell.
Source: The Nassau Guardian [3/5/24]
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| PODIATRIC SUPERGROUPS IN THE NEWS | |
FL Podiatrist Joins Modern Foot & Ankle
Modern Foot & Ankle has entered Hernando County. A Spring Hill, Florida, podiatrist, Donald Adamov, DPM recently joined Modern Foot & Ankle, which now operates the location of his former clinic.
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Dr. Adamove earned his podiatric medical degree from the Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine. He then completed a three-year podiatric residency at Richmond Heights Hospital in Cleveland, where he served as chief resident.
Source: Spot On Florida [3/5/24]
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
NY Podiatrist Describes the Benefits of Running Socks
According to Bruce Pinker, DPM, a specialist in foot and ankle sports medicine and associate of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, “Running socks are beneficial as they can help provide shock absorption and cushioning, which will reduce impact on the feet, and with the proper blend of materials, they can also help keep the feet relatively dry and healthy.”
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According to Dr. Pinker, “Added cushioning in running socks is preferred, especially for long distance running, as it helps manage the impact on the feet which can help prevent injury. A blend of cotton and polyester is recommended (65% cotton and 35% polyester), and the polyester can be substituted for other synthetic materials, such as rayon or nylon.”
Source: Shannon Ullman, Shape [3/4/24]
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| PODIATRIC PRODUCTS IN THE NEWS | |
PowerStep Adds KY Podiatrist to Corporate Advisory Panel
Foundation Wellness, the makers of PowerStep prefabricated orthotics, has announced that Nicole Freels, DPM has joined its Corporate Advisory Panel. Dr. Nicole Freels has successfully established a globally known podiatry practice and foot care brand that focuses on treating a variety of foot and ankle conditions. Serving as the founder and CEO of both Lexington Podiatry and Modern Podiatrist, she has created a full-service clinic offering diverse podiatry services.
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Additionally, Dr. Freels has introduced a specialized foot care line to support patients in their home care routines. Her innovative approach blends traditional podiatry principles with state-of-the-art treatments and custom-made products, ensuring a transformative experience for patients seeking foot care.
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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 | |
8 Billing Tips for Practices
The implementation of these billing tips can be a transformative step towards improving the financial health of your primary care practice.
8. Access to insurance portals
Ensure you have access to the online portals of all insurance providers you work with. This will help you track claims, check eligibility, and communicate efficiently. Most importantly, as the practice owner, always make sure you retain administrative access to the portals. It is appropriate and necessary to give access to these portals to your billing and front desk teams. However, make sure to quickly deactivate any terminated employees.
Source: Tina Hsiao, MBA, Physicians Practice [2/15/24]
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: AI Medical Scribes
I am curious as to what my esteemed colleagues feel about AI medical scribes. There's a lot to discuss. Are there medical-legal ramifications about the note (can one just blame the AI in a deposition?) Do you think patients want their notes taken in that way? Has anyone out there tried it, how does it pick up on a biomechanical exam with ROM measurements and x-ray reports?
Will notes have more errors or less? If we will need to re-read the notes that the AI made at the end of the day to make edits, does it really save us time? Are there ethical implications? Informed consent ramifications? Or any other unintended consequences?
Philip Wrotslavsky, DPM, San Diego, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PODIATRIC PODCASTS) - PART 1A | |
From: Paul Kesselman DPM
I couldn't agree more with Dr. Thorckmorton's comments. In our cherished goals of becoming equal to MD/DO orthopedic surgeons with 3-year mandatory surgical residencies, we have inadvertently given the keys to the store to others. There are many other providers who now wish to fill in the vacuum left by podiatrists abandoning biomechanics for the scalpel. In addition to our MD/DO colleagues, we now have other specialties such as dermatology publishing biomechanical predictors and NPs wishing to fill this gap.
What can set podiatrists apart from others is the application of biomechanical principles which we held so near and dear in the past. My fellow 65+ year old practitioners will easily tell you that if you follow your patients long enough, you will find that the results you achieve on the OR table may not stand up if you don't understand, address, and correct/respond to the biomechanical pathologies of your patients.
Paul Kesselman, DPM, Oceanside, NY
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From: Jeffrey Trantalis, DPM
I would like to add to what John Throckmorton, DPM said about biomechanics. Biomechanics provides a window to the lower extremities and lower back. Conservative care is always a preferred benefit when successful. Sports medicine along with biomechanics allows treatment for the lower extremities' muscles and joints. Overuse injuries are a big part of this.
Our training in biomechanics is unsurpassed by other professions. Orthopedists frown having us around because we can provide non-surgical relief. After all, they are called orthopedic surgeons for a reason. The lack of exposure and access to the lower extremities and lower back is where podiatrists are limited.
The orthopedist would rather get paid for the surgery than not. It comes down to money not what podiatrists can do for their patients. I tried unsuccessfully to expose to other professions what a podiatrist can accomplish at medical schools. As you might have surmised, they were not interested. We have to remember that we have a talent other professions do not present.
Jeffrey Trantalis, DPM, Delray Beach, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
From: Allen Jacobs, DPM
Waiting for Godot? Vladimir and Estragon waited and waited. As you know full well Dr. Tomzack, Godot never arrives. The play was an offering of the theatre of the absurd. Is this the arena in which we as a profession now function? Yes there are “haves and have nots”. The Joshua tree you refer to (actually a plant and not a tree) has branches which include rather complex surgical interventions performed by some podiatrists. Charcot joint reconstructions, deformity corrections with external fixation, distal leg and ankle trauma management are a long way from the DSC days you fondly recall.
Our first responsibility is to protect the public and assure that those providing advanced care with significant responsibilities possess adequate training and experience. To a large extent, DPMs are entrusted with the authority to...
Editor's note: Dr. Jacobs' extended-length letter can be read here.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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Source: Chrissie Houtkooper via Virtual Shoe Museum
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ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW JERSEY
Looking for a podiatrist, part-time or full time, to service nursing homes in NJ with possibility to work in office for the right person. Looking to start ASAP. Please email resume to ghcp@globalhealthcarepartner.com. Days and Hours are flexible. Good compensation.
SEEKING PODIATRISTS THROUGHOUT OHIO
Onyx health group is looking to hire p/t or f/t podiatrists for nursing homes and assisted living facilities throughout Ohio. Set your own hours, clinical support, excellent commission pay. New grads as well as those with experience welcome to apply. Send CV and inquiries to Info@onyxhealthgrp.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Foot & Ankle Specialists of New Mexico has an exciting, immediate full-time position open for a board qualified or board-certified foot and ankle surgeon. You can view our website at footanklenm.com. Spanish speaking and Fellowship are a plus but not a requirement. Billing/coding experience is preferred. Compensation is a competitive salary plus a percentage bonus structure to start. 20k sign-on bonus for provider that starts before April 1st, 2021. Please email CV and cover letter to ACharlie@footanklenm.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA
Looking for a motivated podiatrist to be part of the Foot & Ankle Concepts Inc. team in Santa Barbara California and Ventura county California. Our practice includes surgical and non surgical care of the foot and ankle. Starting salary of 250K, please send resume to alangroudi@gmail.com www.footsurgeon.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - THE WOODLAND, TEXAS
Successful, well respected multi-location, podiatric group seeking one physician with experience in wounds/diabetic care, and one physician with experience in biometrics/orthotics. Please send current resume with availability and Texas license status to alexandra@nevillefeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – COASTAL SOUTH CAROLINA
Expanding, busy practice seeking BQ/BC associate with training in F&A surgery, wound care, hospital in-pt management and well-rounded clinical skills. Great opportunity for continued growth with great diversity in patient mix. Opportunity for great incentive salary. Email cover letter, CV and LORs to podiatrypracticesc@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MARYLAND
Immediate associate position to join our team. An expanding, dynamic podiatry practice with lots of room to grow. Limb salvage, deformity, trauma & clinic. Multiple hospitals to take call, hospital call required. Maryland license preferred, BQ required. Full benefit package available. Please email CV to footanklerecon@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CALGARY, CANADA
We are looking for a podiatrist comfortable with all aspects of podiatry, ranging from surgery to foot care. We have four exam rooms and an accredited in-office surgical suite, digital x-ray, shockwave and EMR. Must be able to work in Canada. Partnership opportunities available. Please contact lalani@alpinefootankle.com
FULL-TIME PODIATRIST - DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA
Join a Dynamic multi-specialty 6 location group with cutting-edge equipment, storefront presence, physical therapy. Competitive starting salary of $150k, with the potential to easily earn up $200k with bonus. Send CV to Cnunez1940@gmail.com (Texasfootdoctor.org)
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MASSACHUSETTS
Well-established, well-rounded hospital-based group practice located just North of Boston seeking full-time DPM. Applicant must be ABFAS Board Qualified/Certified, well-trained with interest in wound care and limb salvage. We are well integrated within the medical community and are active in both hospital in-patient care and out-patient clinic. Excellent referral base and high volume of new patients. Competitive compensation and benefits package. Excellent opportunity for qualified candidate. Please email CV to footdocsma@gmail.com
FULL TIME PODIATRIST - MIAMI, FL
Immediate position available for well-trained podiatrist to join a busy practice to see patients in office, hospitals and skilled nursing facilities in Miami area. Must have good bedside manners. Compensation starting at $160,000 plus bonus. Please send your resume to podiatry001@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL, BOSTON, MA
Immediate opening for a podiatric surgeon with interest in wound care, podiatric medicine, foot surgery and clinical research. Ankle surgery and reconstructive rearfoot surgery is not available. Ideal candidate is board-certified/qualified with prior clinical experience. MGH is affiliated with Harvard Medical School and our podiatric physicians are eligible for faculty appointments through department of orthopedic surgery. Excellent salary and benefits. Please contact Dr. Landsman. alandsman@mgh.harvard.edu
ASSOCIATE POSITION - GREENVILLE, SC
Busy two-office practice with three doctors in Greenville SC seeking a full-time podiatry associate. Start date immediately. All aspects of podiatric surgery, medicine and biomechanics. Benefits include 401 K, malpractice, health and dental insurance, CME, short and long-term disability. PTO. (All other standard benefits) Please send cover letter with CV to podiatryresumes@upstatefootdocs.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – FLORIDA
Join a busy professional practice with 13 locations across SWFL. Associates in Medicine & Surgery LLC is a well established leader in the podiatry space in SWFL. Excellent long-term opportunity for a well-trained podiatrist with enormous potential in all aspects of foot and ankle surgery, and clinic. Large and diverse demographic of patients. The position is full time and will be paid a base salary with bonus incentive. For more information, please email Wyatt Hilderbrand (Operations Director) at whilderbrand@aimsfl.com. Please include your curriculum vitae, and a brief message expressing your interest in our area and position
PART TIME PODIATRIST - CALIFORNIA
Established Southern California practice currently looking for a part-time, motivated, and caring podiatrist. We are seeking someone with interest in wound care, diabetic care, and surgeries. Please send your current CV with availability and per diem rate. socalfootcare@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ST. GEORGE, VERNAL, PRICE, MILLCREEK OR WVC, UTAH
Immediate Doctor of Podiatric medicine position for a well-trained, highly motivated individual. Location: St. George, Vernal, Millcreek, Price or WVC , Utah. Competitive salary with commission structure. Benefits include: PTO, CME allowance, health and malpractice insurance. Must be confident in working solo in your own office environment. Please email Cover Letter and CV to laney@summitmedicalpartners.com
MOBILE PODIATRIST NEEDED - SAN DIEGO
Well-established and fast growing House-call podiatry practice (www.barefeet-podiatry.com) is looking for podiatrists to see patients in their homes, assisted living facilities, & skilled nursing facilities. We offer a flexible schedule (Part-Time/Full-time), excellent monthly compensation, and dedicated support staff. Immediate open position. Also July 2024 graduates are welcome. Please email CV to: barefeetpodiatry1@gmail.com
OPPORTUNITY OF A LIFETIME! - GAINESVILLE, FL
Surgically trained podiatrist needed. 40% of collections first year and equity partnership after that. Looking for someone to start now in Gainesville, FL. Located close to the surgical center and hospital. Seriously interested podiatrists please send CV to podiatry42984@gmail.com
FULL TIME PODIATRIST - NEW JERSEY
Established Podiatry practice in New Jersey with multiple locations and Doctors. We are currently looking for a full-time motivated and caring Doctor to join our busy practice. Benefits include: competitive six-figure compensation ranging from $155,000-$250,000, health insurance (including vision & dental), paid vacation time off, paid malpractice insurance and 401(k) plan. Great prospects for experienced Doctors as well as new Associates. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your podiatric medical experience in an office-based practice! If interested, please submit your CV to DrSamofal@PodiatryCenterNJ.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MANHATTAN
A busy midtown Manhattan multidisciplinary sports medicine practice is looking for a non-surgical podiatrist. All applicants must be able to work both morning and evening hours Monday-Thursday. Salary is $175,000 plus an annual bonus. There is potential for growth. Please e-mail resume to drgee319@yahoo.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – SOUTH CAROLINA
KG Health Partners is seeking full-time and part-time podiatrists to provide mobile lower extremity care to long-term care residents in these territories: Greenville/Spartanburg, South Carolina; and Charleston, South Carolina. Monday through Friday schedule, competitive wages, malpractice insurance, and benefits for full-time employees. Email CV to Kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NYC
Busy multi-doctor podiatry practice with 5 locations across 3 boroughs looking for a DPM ready to work. Part-time and full time available. Candidates should be personable, driven and hard working. All phases of podiatry including forefoot and rearfoot surgery. Generous salary, malpractice, 401k, vacation days and holidays. For inquired, please contact drlevy@starrettpodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - VANCOUVER, CANADA
Busy, well-established practice looking for motivated podiatrist with excellent clinical and people skills. 2 office locations. CASH PAY. Lots new patients monthly. Huge growth potential. Practice allows great work-life balance. NO CALLS. Competitive pay structure and sign-on bonus. Non-Canadian, new graduate, experienced DPM applicants welcome. Email CV to podiatryvancouver@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MICHIGAN (OAKLAND COUNTY/DETROIT SUBURBS)
Outstanding opportunity, well established group practice, general podiatry, surgical forefoot, rearfoot & ankle (full time). Responsible, motivated team player with good communication skills, base salary + bonus,+ benefits, malpractice, continuing education. Confidential reply CV & letter of interest to: DPMposition@AOL.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MISSOURI
Amazing opportunity with a highly reputable practice in the Midwest. Wonderful place to live and practice in a fast-growing suburban community. We are recruiting a board qualified/certified Podiatrist with opportunity for ownership. Enjoy a great work environment with a strong support staff. Ideal for someone who wants to provide high quality foot care. We have a substantial patient base which will provide immediate income. We offer a competitive salary with bonus structure and benefits. Independent, private practice. Submit your CV to stcpod@att.net or call Edward Stein, DPM at (314) 565-2739.
FELLOWSHIP POSITION – FLORIDA
WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP - NEW YORK
CPME APPROVED 12 month fellowship beginning July 1st, 2024. Hospital and clinic environment, with onsite hyperbaric medicine. Working with infectious disease, as well as, general, vascular, and podiatric surgeons. Must have completed a PMSR residency. Please contact or jtfootcare@gmail.com. EOE employer.
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PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 22,000 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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PODIATRY OFFICE FOR RENT AND SHARE – MANHATTAN &/OR PLAINVIEW, NY
Plainview Long Island and or Manhattan (22nd street between 2nd and 3rd Aves), Fully equipped, turn-key. Call (516) 476-1815 or e-mail podo2345@aol.com for details.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHERN VIRGINIA
Thriving 30 year 4-day practice with unlimited growth potential. All clinical aspects of podiatry including nursing homes, housecalls with multigenerational patient base. Significant physician referral source. Close to hospital. Retiring physician willing to stay during transition. Willing to sell building with practice (optional). ffclinic54@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - TREASURE COAST, FL
Treasure Coast (Martin/St. Lucie County). 40 YO part-time general practice 2 locations grossing average 200K. Please no brokers email practiceforsaleflo@comcast.net with phone number for information.
PRACTICE FOR SALE- MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA
Amazing opportunity to take over a thriving established practice. Ideal for someone who wants to provide high quality foot care and practice the way you want with unlimited potential. Affordable with immediate income. Financing available. Wonderful place to live and practice. Serious inquiries only. Contact: wwfootclinic@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – MASSACHUSETTS
Modern, well established since 1986. Busy, 75 new patients a month. All aspect of podiatric services. Fully equipped, certified EHR, laser, digital x-ray, vascular machine, Pad net. In-house billing, well run. Located within a mile from hospital. Owner is willing to stay as necessary during transition. Contact drwaw54@aol.com
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