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March 19, 2007 #2,837 Editor-Barry Block, DPM, JD

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IN Podiatrist Trains Iraqi Surgeon Here, Then Travels to Haiti

As a young man, Dr. Ibrahem Salah joined thousands of his fellow Kurds on a mass exodus -- an escape, on foot, from deadly chemical bombs being dropped on their villages by Saddam Hussein. Today, he flees his country not out of fear -but out of a quest for medical knowledge.

Podiatrist Dr. Patrick DeHeer (left) performs a bone fusion procedure on a patient's big toe at Johnson Memorial Hospital as Iraqi surgeon Dr. Ibrahem Salah looks on. (Steve Healey / The Star)

Last week, the Kurdish doctor made his first trip to America to spend several days training and learning from Carmel, IN podiatrist Dr. Patrick DeHeer, who also maintains offices in Columbus and Franklin. DeHeer, 42, typically travels to underdeveloped Third World countries to help people with club feet and other problems. He has been to Iraq, Haiti, Honduras, Trinidad and Ukraine. He leaves again for Haiti in two weeks.

A long gap in getting medical technology has left otherwise well-trained medical professionals at a disadvantage. "They are very good surgeons," said DeHeer, who has spent time with them in Kurdistan. "They just need more special training and experience with surgery." We have a lot of cases of diabetic foot disease and club feet," said Salah. "We have a lot of traumatic injuries like from accidents. And we have a lot of polio." Club foot is prevalent for many children around the world. But in more advanced areas -- such as the United States and Europe -- it is caught in newborns and quickly fixed using plaster and casts, according to DeHeer.

Source: Don McFeely, Indianapolis Star [3/16/07]

Emmy Nominated “Dr. Steph” Departs Channel 9

Add Stephanie Clements to the roster of those departing KUSA-Channel 9. "Dr. Steph," as she was known when she covered health issues for the station, is unhappy with the way her exit unfolded. "9News had offered me a contract signed by (general manager) Mark Cornetta but I had hoped to do more negotiating before signing it. My agent didn't have any opportunity to speak with 9News before the contract expired on Feb. 28. I'm expecting 9News to honor its contractual obligations."

Dr. Stephanie Clements

Critics note that Clements is a podiatrist, not an M.D., but her work won a Heartland Emmy nomination for the station in 2005. Rumors on the KUSA grapevine had the doc spitefully erasing her tapes before she left, and getting a lawyer to present her case.

Neither one is true, she says. "I did routine cleaning of my desk and recycled raw tapes back into circulation for the photographers to shoot on again. Leaving them behind for someone else to recycle would have been horribly irresponsible. Not my style." And, she says, her agent, not a lawyer, continues to talk with the station.

Source: Dick Kreck, Denver Post [3/16/07]

NYCPM Again Holds Combined Residency Match and Senior Awards Ceremony

For the third year in a row, the New York College of Podiatric Medicine combined two of its most eagerly anticipated events for fourth-year students, holding them on the same day, one right after the other.

Draper Hall, at Metropolitan Hospital Center, was the scene of much anticipation and excitement on March 13th as more than half of NYCPM’s class of fourth-year students heard their names called to receive merit-based scholarships and awards. All told, and across all four classes, the College awards more than $600,000 in institutional awards and federal financial aid annually.

Bruce McClendon with match and winnings

Immediately following the Senior Awards Ceremony, the students’ names were drawn, one by one, for the Residency Match. As in the past, each student put two dollars in a jar at the front of the auditorium as he or she picked up his or her Residency Match envelope and drew the next name. The mounting suspense was finally broken as the last student whose name was drawn – Bruce McClendon – strode purposefully up to the front of Draper Hall and claimed the entire jarful of dollars.

ACFAS Announces New Board Of Directors

The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) today announced its 2007 – 2008 Board of Directors:

Dr. Daniel Hatch

President -Daniel J. Hatch, DPM, FACFAS, Greeley, CO
President-Elect - John M. Giurini, DPM, FACFAS, Boston, MA
Secretary-Treasurer -Mary E. Crawford, DPM, FACFAS, Everett, WA
Immediate Past-President -James L. Thomas, DPM, FACFAS, Birmingham, AL

Directors
Troy J. Boffeli, DPM, FACFAS, St. Paul, MN
Michelle L. Butterworth, DPM, FACFAS, Kingstree, SC
Michael S. Lee, DPM, FACFAS, Des Moines, IA
Jerome S. Noll, DPM, FACFAS, Naples, FL
Douglas G. Stoker, DPM, FACFAS, Salt Lake City, UT
Glenn M. Weinraub, DPM, FACFAS, Danville, CA
Division Presidents Council Chair Joseph M. Anain, DPM, FACFAS,
Buffalo, NY

All directors were installed today at the annual business meeting held during the ACFAS 65th Annual Scientific Conference.

Query: Thickened Nails in 12 Year Old

A healthy 12 year old female was treated for onychomycosis on 5th toes several years ago. The nails did improve, now the other nails are thick, raised, unsightly, and painful at times. Two subsequent nail cultures by Johns Hopkins Hosp. and myself of the nail were negative, including KOH.

Thickened Nails in a 12 Year Old

Any pearls on further treatment? Would simple avulsion allow the nails to grow normally?

Edward Orman, DPM, Perry Hall, MD

RE: OsStaple Removal (Daniel Tellem, DPM, Rochester, NY)
From: Patric Hardiman, DPM, Doug Smith, DPM

OssStaple removal can be easily accomplished by first cutting the portion of the staple laying on top of the bone with a wire cutter. This allows the staple to be removed in two pieces negating the compression effect. You will find this technique most effective and much easier than trying to remove the staple in one piece.

Patric Hardiman, DPM, Wisconsin Rapids, WI, drhardiman@rapidsfootcare.com

Use a K-wire cutter and cut the staple in the middle. This will release the compression. Then remove each half easily. You may have to remove overgrown bone from around the middle part of the staple first.

Doug Smith, DPM, Raleigh, NC, footfixer@nc.rr.com footfixer@nc.rr.com

RE: IL’s Proposed Healthcare Plan (Joseph Borreggine, DPM)
From: David Secord, DPM

Medscape has (had) an article by Dabney P Evans, MPH on Public Health
and Human Rights which contends several things:
1. Healthcare is a "human right."
2. There is a one to one correlation between "rights violations and
health."
3. Military doctors should not be under ANY superior officer and, more to the point, should have the ultimate say-so as ethical directors.

It's been a while since I've read such blatant Marxist drivel and seen it shrouded in supposed academia (with footnotes, no less). This is one of the more frightening things I've read in a while and is a clear window on the secular/progressive movement. It is full of invented casualty counts in the Iraq war, praise for Cuba and its supposedly perfect healthcare system (it is a disaster, by the way) and the end-goal of establishing healthcare as a “human right.” As a “right” it can be forced on society with the costs passed on to the rich (redistribution of wealth).

I encourage you to read this article at: http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/553269

David Secord, DPM, Corpus Christi, TX, Secord@medscape.com

ASSOCIATE WANTED – NEW YORK IMMEDIATE OPENING

Busy multi-dimensional practice; 70 miles north of New York City. Currently five (5)-doctor practice. looking to expand – all phases of podiatric medicine. contact: (845) 454-8308 EXT: 106

ASSOCIATE POSITION - VICTORIA, B.C. CANADA

On beautiful Vancouver Island, 3 office practice. Full scope practice, owner near retirement. Future buy-in Exams for B.C. given in June. Willing to sponsor for immigration. Dr.Cole@shaw.ca 1-250-516-7440

PODIATRY PRACTICE FOR SALE - PRIME LAKES AREA, MN

Great place to live and raise a family. 400+K yearly gross with continued growth and potential. Good mix of general podiatry and surgery. Hospital privileges available. Fully computerized, electronic notes with capability to go completely paperless. Recently remodeled office, 5 tx/procedure rooms, well equipped in owner occupied building (for sale or lease). lakespod@charter.net

ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - VIRGINIA

Immediate/July full time associate positions available. Unlimited income potential. Busy, diverse, 40+yr Hampton Roads practice. Must be compassionate; energetic; and motivated; PSR24/36. Looking for long term arrangement. Please send letter and CV to fixafoot@cox.net or fax to 757-397-5889; www.podiatryltd.com

ASSOCIATE PODIATRIC SURGEON POSITION - TEXAS

We are looking for an exceptionally trained podiatric surgeon to work in the Houston, Texas area. Candidates seeking this opportunity need to be dynamic, people friendly, and have current licensure in Texas. Future licensure in Arizona will be required. Exceptional opportunity, with attractive benefits, and excellent starting salary. The successful candidate will find a rare opportunity to integrate into a specialized lower extremity practice with emphasis on peripheral nerve surgery, endoscopic and arthroscopic surgery, and other special surgery of the foot and ankle. Please submit a cover letter with current curriculum vitae via email to: Slb99@pdq.net Stephen L. Barrett, D.P.M., MBA

PRACTICE FOR SALE - BUFFALO, NY

Part Time Practice with full growth potential. Mi of conservative, biomechanics and diabetic foot care. Great surgical potential. Gross 180K. Willing to stay through transition. Call 716-836-8123.

2 ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN WYOMING

We need 2 associates to work in our Wyoming offices. We are a growing multi office (podiatry only) group. We are the largest podiatry provider in the region. 100K+ potential. Percentage salary, malpractice and medical paid, CME allowance yearly. Great outdoor locations and activities. Email CV and for more information. craig@enotesoftware.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION – CENTRAL NEW JERSEY

Associate Wanted....For well established Central Jersey practice, diversified in all aspects of podiatric medicine and surgery. I am looking for a highly motivated, conscientious, individual with strong work ethics. My practice may offer great potential for the right person. Minimum PSR 24. Please reply to Jerseypod@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION- MINEOLA, NY

Excellent opportunity in fast-paced well-established podiatry practice for full time associate, all phases of podiatry including surgery, biomechanics, orthotics and routine foot care. Begins July 2007. Includes competitive salary and benefits. Please send CV and letter of interest to: cfcsteve@optonline.net

PRACTICE FOR SALE SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA

5 y/o LaJolla Ca (San Diego) office collecting $289.5K with mostly soft tissue office procedures, biomechanics, general care, and no HMOs. Affluent community with great schools. Major opportunity for growth. Selling due to age and health. Call 858-405-4780 before 8PM PDT. Serious only, please.

ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE - OCEAN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY

Immediate position avaliable. Desiring a hardworking, ethical, motivated and well trained individual. Minimum PSR 24. State of the art practice offering EMR, digital xrays, ultrasounds. Must be willing to do all aspects of podiatry. Competitive salary and benefits package. E-mail CV to NJFEET@aol.com

WELL ESTABLISHED PODIATRY PRACTICE IN MT. AIRY, NC

Dr. John H. Hodges had a well established practice in Mt. Airy, NC that is either for sale or in need of an associate/partner to take over patient care. Dr. Hodges unexpectedly passed away, leaving approximately 3,500 patients. This is a unique opportunity to be able to begin work in a busy podiatric practice. If interested, contact Carolyn McMackin at (336)577-2886 or cmcmackin@triad.rr.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION- KANSAS CITY, MO

Excellent opportunity for a hard working, ethical podiatrist to join a vibrant, successful and growing podiatric medical and surgical practice. Dedicated, supportive staff with strong marketing and medical knowledge. Must be board eligible/certified. PSR/24. Partnership opportunity. Competitive salary, bonus structure, benefits. Wonderful place to raise a family. Fax CV to 816-455-8901

ASSOCIATE WANTED - BOCA RATON-DELRAY BEACH AREA

Full time for growing practice-surgical training a plus-hard working a real plus-opportunity of a lifetime-partnership after 1yr. Need Florida license. Fax resume to 561-865-2225

POSITION AVAILABLE - SOUTHEAST TENNESSEE/ NORTH GEORGIA

Immediate position available or will wait for the right individual. Unique practice opportunity in growing multi-physician/multi-office practice. Well established/cutting edge within the medical community. Close proximity to hospitals as well as opportunity to become involved with a free standing podiatric surgical center. Must be BQ/BC. Minimum PSR/24. Competitive salary, bonus structure and benefits. E-mail CV to afcjen@hotmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTHERN VIRGINIA

Well-established, busy, diversified, multioffice/multidoctor practice seeking associate with opportunity for partnership. Must be highly motivated and ethical with strong interpersonal and patient skills. Excellent opportunity for PSR 24 or higher trained DPM to complement a full-scope podiatric medical and surgical practice. Competitive salary and benefits package. Please send CV and references to saglag2@aol.com or fax to (703) 368-5103.

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