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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 22,152 Subscribers Daily
March 10, 2025 #7,971  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
IL Podiatrist Recommends Proper Warm-Up to Prevent Pickleball Injuries
According to John M. Sigle, DPM, a recognized foot and ankle surgeon in central Illinois, “Interest in pickleball has grown significantly since the COVID pandemic. A lot of indoor and outdoor tennis courts in the area have been converted into pickleball courts.” Some experts claim that pickleball injuries have doubled in the past year. According to Dr. Sigle, “Pickleball is a pretty intense sport that has a lot of explosive lateral movements that put considerable stress on the feet and ankles, tendons and ligaments, and calf muscles.”
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Dr. Sigle recommends that you get to the courts 10-15 minutes early [to warm up] to raise your body temperature and increase blood flow to your muscles before you start your match. You can begin by doing a couple of sets of light jogging from side to side, followed by dynamic stretches, hip openers, shoulder circles, forearm and wrist circles, knee bends, ankle circles, calf stretches, side-stepping in both directions, forward and backward lunges, and mimicking pickleball movements.
Source: Senior News & Times [Spring 2025]
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
NY Podiatrist Discusses Orthopedic Shoes
If you're unsure whether orthopedic shoes are right for you, the answer is simple. "Anyone who identifies as having foot pain can benefit," says Samantha Landau, DPM from Touro New York College of Podiatric Medicine. "Orthopedic shoes have features designed to provide relief to those who suffer from foot pain via support and comfort to help achieve optimal form and function. They also can aid stability, facilitate increasing walking distances and help reduce falls," she explains.
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Preventing side-to-side movement, or torque, is another purpose of stiffer, stable counters, according to Dr. Landau. If you are an overpronator (your foot rolls in when you're walking), have high or low arches, or experience any degree of foot, knee, hip, or back pain, you would likely benefit from orthopedic shoes, according to Landau.
Source: Rachel MacPherson, Yahoo Life [3/4/25]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
NY Podiatrists Join Forces with Orthopedist at New Office
The doctors of New York Foot and Ankle, Laurence D. Landau, DPM, Corrine E. Renne Landau, DPM and Michael D. Felley, DPM have joined forces with Gus Katsigiorgis, DO at their newest location in Valley Stream, New York.
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(L-R) Drs. Laurence Landau, Corrine Renne Landau, Michael Felley, and Gus Katsigiorgis |
Dr. Katsigoriorgis graduated from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine and is currently the chairman of orthopedics at Mercy Hospital. He is the program director of the orthopedic surgical residency program at Catholic Health System. He is very podiatry-friendly and works hand in hand with the podiatrists at New York Foot and Ankle, striving to raise the standards of care and bridge the gap between orthopedics and podiatry.
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
How to Write an Employee Handbook for Practice Staff
Here’s how to create a comprehensive, protective document, following Associated Press style guidelines.
2B. Anti-discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation
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Reference federal statutes such as Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.
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Clearly spell out how complaints—whether from patients or staff—are handled, investigated and resolved.
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Emphasize zero tolerance for retaliation against anyone filing a good-faith complaint.
Source: Physicians Practice Staff [2/20/25]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 1 | |
RE: The Passing of Thomas M. Pokabla, DPM
Dr. Thomas M. Pokabla passed away Monday morning, March 3, 2025, at the Cleveland Clinic, surrounded by loved ones. He then went on to podiatry school at The Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine after a chance encounter with a local podiatrist who piqued his interest in podiatric medicine.
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Tom practiced medicine in Howland for over 50 years in the same office, with patients coming from all over northeast Ohio to be cared for by him.
Source: Tribune Chronicle [3/6/25]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2A | |
RIP Dr. Boxer. Great mentor. I had the privilege of training with Dr. Boxer, Dr. Barkin and Dr. Shapiro at Peninsular hospital. They were like family to me.
Damaneon Smith, DPM
Like Dr. Spinner, I too remember Mike well from my days at Peninsula Hospital as a resident. In fact, my uncle was his patient. Mike would hold office hours in the evening one or two nights per week for those who could not come in during the day due to work. I spent many days in his office. He certainly was a stickler for appropriate protocol; in fact he kept an actual timer at the scrub sink at the hospital and he would set it for 5 or 10 minutes depending if it was the first case or not and you had to scrub for the entire time until the timer went off.
He was learned and a great resource and I never found him to be arrogant, just demanding that all students and residents act like the professionals whom we swore an oath to be. He certainly contributed to where I am now. May he rest in peace.
Vince Marino, DPM, Novato, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2B | |
From: Joseph D’Amico, DPM
I have been fortunate in my life to have had many great mentors, including Drs. Richard O. Schuster, Justin Wernick, and Herman R. Tax in orthopedics, Renato J. Giorgini in surgery, and Myron C. Boxer in medicine, so it was with great sadness that I learned of his passing.
I first met Dr. Boxer as a New York College of Podiatric Medicine student in his podiatric medicine course. I immediately recognized him to be always organized, always meticulously prepared, and always professional in his demeanor and attire. Little did I dream that in the not-too-distant future, I’d be director of the NYCPM orthopedics department and get to know and work side by side with “Mike”, the iconic director of...
Editor's note: Dr. D'Amico's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CODING & BILLING) | |
From: Vincent Marino, DPM, Kristin Happel
I am not sure what state the subscriber is in, but there was an appellate court case in CA involving the City of Hope which stated that if the insurance paid in error and there was no fraud involved, then the insurance needed to recoup any monies owed to them from the previously insured person, NOT the provider. I used to be able to cite the case, but I am sure you can find it somewhere.
Vincent Marino, DPM, Novoto, CA
If you are contracted with the insurance company in question, they will eventually claw back the payment from future payments. So you will be out the money, whether you refund it, or not. Your staff needs to contact the patient immediately, and establish what insurance was active on the DOS in question, if any. If there was no active insurance, then the patient needs to pay. You can reduce the amount owed to a self-pay amount, if they were truly uninsured at that time.
The fact of the matter is that even if staff checks insurance coverage the same day a patient is seen in the office, it never guarantees that what they are seeing from the insurance company is accurate. There is often a lag between a patient losing/changing insurance, and what staff will see as active coverage. Unfortunately, this is just part of doing business. 99% of the time the coverage is active, but there is always that 1% where it is not active.
Kristin Happel, Podiatry Biller, Chicago, IL
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From: Allen M. Jacobs, DPM
Howard Smith is a retired gynecologist who regularly publishes on issues of malpractice. Dr. Roth tells us that he has reviewed numerous malpractice cases in which it was his opinion that unnecessary or poorly performed surgeries were the basis of malpractice claims. Every malpractice case must have a signed attestation of malpractice in some form by a healthcare provider, typically a podiatrist in podiatric malpractice cases. Dr. Smith provided some interesting data to consider, albeit for all malpractice claims, not just podiatric.
Consider the following noted by Dr. Smith: There are 85,000 malpractice cases filed every year. Of these, 56,000 are summarily dropped. 28,000 are settled. 300 are plaintiff verdicts. Therefore, only 1/3 of the 85,000 filed lawsuits are POTENTIALLY meritorious. 2/3 of the suits filed are frivolous. Yet, to file that suit, some...
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 Shoe of the Day
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Not recommended for winter wear |
Source: Anika Gwosdz via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE AND FACULTY POSITIONS, AND FELLOWSHIPS |
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UAB ADVANCED PODIATRIC LIMB SALVAGE AND RECONSTRUCTION FELLOWSHIP – BIRMINGHAM
Be our inaugural fellow! Brand new 12-month fellowship, located at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Begins August 2025. Train with experts in podiatric surgery, vascular therapy, and infectious diseases. Contact for more information or send your CV to podiatricsurgery@uabmc.edu
ASSOCIATE POSITION- CENTRAL, NJ
Associate needed immediately for 40+ year busy private practices in Central NJ. Applicants should be personal, independent and motivated and must hold an active NJ license. Practice entails all aspects of podiatry. Surgery, orthopedics, wound care, primary care and sports medicine. Competitive compensation package. To apply please email CV to newfeet124@gmail.com
WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP - NEW YORK
CPME APPROVED 12 month fellowship, located at St. John's Episcopal Hospital in Queens, New York. Hospital and clinic environment, with onsite hyperbaric medicine. Working with infectious disease, general, vascular, and podiatric surgeons. The wound care fellowship position pays a 6 figure salary for the year, 4 weeks of paid vacation, personal days and paid health benefits. Please contact or jtfootcare@gmail.com. EOE employer.
ASSOCIATE AND/OR NURSE PRACTITIONER POSITION - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Very busy, well-established, group practice is seeking to add a full time associate. Candidate must be very hard working and ethical with good surgical training and having completed a minimum of 24 month residency. Applicant must be at least board qualified. Competitive salary and benefits. E-mail CV to llfootankle@gmail.com
PER DIEM POSITION – CENTRAL NY
Bassett Healthcare Network, a progressive, academic health system in central New York, major teaching affiliate of Columbia University, is seeking a Per Diem Podiatric Surgeon to join our staff. Bassett Healthcare Network is an integrated health care system that provides care and service to people living in an eight county region covering 5,600 square miles in Central New York.· Inpatient and Outpatient coverage, including call 20+ weeks available to pick up · 0+ hours per week available · Salary Range: $130.00 Per Hor. For confidential consideration, please contact: Ashley Moakler Medical Staff Recruiter 607-547-6982 or Ashley.Moakler@bassett.org
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL FLORIDA
Looking for a highly motivated and skilled foot and ankle surgeon. Different types of foot, ankle and leg pathology. Varying ages. Full & part time podiatrist position needed. Latest computer system, digital X-ray, digital fluoroscopy, ultrasound and vascular Doppler. Very generous pay, yearly raises, healthcare, dental, vacations and holidays. Top public schools in Florida. 10 minutes from Cocoa Beach, 30 to Orlando airport, 45 to Disney World and Universal Studios. brevardfootandankle@gmail.com
PRIVATE PRACTICE WITH ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY - ALBANY, NY
Single office location with state-of-the-art treatment modalities seeks a compassionate, hardworking DPM to join our team! We have longevity with our docs and staff because we offer a great work environment, competitive compensation and bonuses with a base of $160-$180K. Please contact: Albanypodiatry1@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW YORK & VERMONT
Associate needed for busy practice. Desire an associate willing to work in the practice as I move toward retirement. Locations VT and NY. Privileges in hospitals and surgery centers. Woundcare, podiatric surgery including foot, and ankle surgery. Inpatient and outpatient services. Will consider sale of practice as well: William J Sarchino, DPM e-mail wjsar@aol.com Phone 518-466-3287.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – FLORIDA
PODIATRIST OPPORTUNITY IN DFW!
Join our successful, nationally known, podiatry practice featuring advanced technology like laser treatments, digital x-rays, and diagnostic ultrasound, alongside ancillary services including a shoe store and on-site physical therapy. We are looking for a highly motivated, skilled podiatrist proficient in surgery, sports medicine, and biomechanics. Our clinics are in Grapevine and Keller, Texas, in the heart of the DFW metroplex. Send CV to paul.steinke1@gmail.com Compensation: Base salary plus production bonus.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MARYLAND
Multi office podiatry practice in Baltimore Maryland. Desired candidate should be surgically trained with Board Eligible/Certification, hardworking, ethical, compassionate and confident in their abilities to deal with pathology, patients, staff and fellow physicians. Competitive base/bonus structure and benefits. Please forward a cover letter, resume and availability to MarylandFootDoc@Gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FULL TIME - NYC
Well established practice. Competitive salary plus bonus structure. Group practice. Hospital and Residency program affiliated. Send CV to : Podiatryassoociate930@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CONNECTICUT
Full time and Part Time Associate position needed for Established busy multi-office practice in Connecticut , that is expanding . Leading to partnership for the right person. Competitive compensation including Health insurance, malpractice, vacation . Reply to drt@yalepodiatrygroup.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CT (NORTH HAVEN)
Full time position available immediately. A very busy schedule and competitive compensation package is being offered. Our EMR system is MacPractice and digital x-ray is 20/20 Imaging. Sonoace ultrasound, a PinPointe laser, and an EPAT by Curamedix as well. Please visit our website www.greatfootcare.com and send resume to DrKassaris@GreatFootCare.com
HIRING: MOBILE PODIATRIST, UTAH
Mountain West Podiatry (Centerville, Utah) is seeking a mobile podiatrist. This is a procedure-based role (75% wound care). No surgery. Full-time: $215k, or part-time (2 days/week). Monday-Friday. 1099 position. Work in the greater Salt Lake area and northern Utah. Must have reliable transportation. Email resume: MountainWestOffice@gmail.com
NOW HIRING: MOBILE PODIATRIST – NEW JERSEY
Join our well-established and fast-growing house-call podiatry practice! Provide in-home care to patients at home and facilities across NJ with a flexible schedule and competitive pay. We handle the admin – you focus on patient care! Interested? Send your resume to Lana.Raginsky@homefootcareservices.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA
Awesome opportunity to join a well-rounded, growing, podiatry practice in Raleigh, NC. We are looking for an associate who is hardworking part time/full time. Working with awesome office staff, EMR, and latest technology. Competitive salary and incentives. NC license is a must. Please send contact info and CV to iiicmstewart@aol.com or call 252-813-3136.
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PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 22,000 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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PRACTICE FOR SALE - MID MISSOURI 45 MINUTES FROM THE LAKE OF THE OZARKS
Retiring 2026. This practice provides a unique opportunity for a well-motivated and well-trained podiatrist. The full-spectrum practice includes surgical and non-surgical patients with a large diabetic population base. Both office and hospital affiliated, this office is located within a multi-specialty medical building with an on-site surgery center and includes four fully equipped treatment rooms with in-office digital x-ray. Hospital privileges are also available with on-call opportunities. The last three years of business averaged 14+ new patients per week with 2024’s gross income of $750,000. Turn-key operation. Serious inquiries only. Please contact tgklamet@aol.com
PODIATRY PRACTICE FOR SALE (OWNER FINANCING) - ROCHESTER, NY
ESTABLISHED PODIATRY PRACTICE IN DFW, TEXAS
Turnkey opportunity to own a well-established, successful podiatry PRACTICE in the heart of DFW, Texas. Serving the community for 40+ years, this practice boasts a loyal patient base, modern equipment, and a prime location. Highlights: Well-maintained and profitable-strong revenue with efficient operations · Fully equipped-including laser machine, Smart ABI, and ultrasound machine · Hospital privileges-Just 1 mile away for seamless patient care · Prime location-Accessible and well-known in the area. This is an excellent opportunity for an established podiatrist looking to expand or a new practitioner seeking a ready-to-go practice with a strong reputation. Serious inquiries only. Contact drweinstein@carrolltonpodiatrist.com for more details.
WELL ESTABLISHED OFFICE & PRACTICE FOR SALE - MANHATTAN
The practice is located in the Gramercy neighborhood with a private street level entrance with a garden. It is unique to Manhattan due to its low maintenance. It is a well-equipped office with state-of-the-art exam rooms, new exam chairs/beds and digital x-ray imaging. Includes a waiting room, reception area, one large office, 2 exam rooms, 2 restrooms, and a kitchenette. Well-established and busy and conveniently located close to many prominent New York hospitals. The building has a doorman, live-in super, and on-site laundry. It is close to some of the best restaurants in New York and is close to all public transportation. cgasparidpm@gmail.com
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - MLS LASER
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