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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 22,181 Subscribers Daily
March 23, 2022 #7,168  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
Endowment In Wound Care Started at BUSPM
Dr. Robert and Sandra Snyder have established the Wound Management and Research Endowment Fund to support sponsorship for a deserving student at Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine (BUSPM) to attend yearly symposia throughout the United States.
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Dr. Robert Snyder |
The $100,000 endowment will fund registration, travel, meals, and lodging up to $5,000 per year to a recipient chosen by Faculty Committee. Dr. Snyder is the Dean at Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS - PART 1 | |
CT Podiatrist Discusses Causes and Prevention of VTEs
Blood clotting—also known as venous thromboembolism (VTE)—is a necessary function in the human body for wound healing and for stopping bleeding, but blood clots can also be dangerous if they form in the wrong place and don't dissolve. According to the CDC, 900,000 Americans a year are affected by blood clots, resulting in nearly 100,000 deaths. "Surgery is also one of the leading causes of blood clots in patients, which means those at highest risk need to be diligent in speaking to their surgeon about their elevated risks so preventive measures can be taken," says Peter Blume, DPM.
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"The biggest recommendation you see in the airline magazines when you're flying is to move your legs to prevent DVT, because people who sit on a long flight have a high incidence of DVT," Dr. Blume explained. "Similarly, if you're sitting after surgery and the blood is not moving in the calf and you're not exercising, you could end up with a clot in your calf. Surgeons have learned over the years that getting people moving after surgery will reduce the risk of a clot causing a pulmonary embolism."
Source: Ferozan Mast, Eat This, Not That [3/21/22]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS - PART 2 | |
Avoid Stretching When You Have Acute Foot Pain: NJ Podiatrist
Telltale signs of flat feet are a lack of an arch and a wide footbed, both of which can make you more susceptible to pain. “They can occur from your genetics or from years of overuse in unsupportive shoes or from an abnormal gait, for example,” says Dana Canuso, DPM. But one way to prevent or alleviate foot pain is by performing stretches for flat feet.
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“Since the pain from flat feet can be due to an imbalance and soreness within the many muscles and tendons of the feet, it can often help to stretch these sore muscles or build up muscles that can help rebalance the foot,” says Dr. Canuso, who offers this caveat: “It is my opinion that if you are in acute or severe foot pain, you should avoid stretching the feet and stay as immobile as possible until your body has had a chance to calm down the inflammation a bit naturally.” In this case, it’s best to consult a doctor before beginning any type of intervention, even stretching, to ensure you’re not inadvertently causing more pain or damage.
Source: Isadora Baum, Well+ Good [3/20/22]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
House Calls a Gratifying Experience for Everyone: MI Podiatrist
When Gary Felhandler, DPM goes to work, he has two goals: to provide the best care possible and to ensure his patients feel comfortable in their setting. As a physician specializing in podiatry, he also delivers an increasingly rare service. Each week, Felhander travels to the homes of several of his patients, bringing his expertise on the foot to those who are often unable to step out of their dwelling.
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“(My practice) tends to do a lot of house calls,” said the doctor. “A lot of our patients get to an age where it gets hard for them to get out. So we go to them — it’s a pretty gratifying experience for everyone.”
Source: Tyler Eagle, The Monroe News [3/21/22]
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| RELEVANT RESEARCH | |
Arthrotomy for Septic Ankle Arthritis Had Higher Rates of Infection vs. Arthroscopy
Patients who underwent open arthrotomy for septic ankle arthritis had significantly higher odds of surgical site infection and hospital readmission compared with patients who underwent arthroscopy, according to published results. Using the Mariner dataset of the PearlDiver database, researchers obtained demographic and co-morbidity characteristics, including age, gender, infectious etiologies and Elixhauser co-morbidities, of patients who underwent irrigation and debridement through either arthroscopy (n=168) or arthrotomy (n=794) for septic ankle arthritis between 2015 and 2020.
Results showed patients who underwent open arthrotomy and patients who underwent arthroscopy had no significant differences in re-operation rates. However, researchers found patients in the open arthrotomy group had significantly higher rates of surgical site infection and hospital readmission compared with patients in the arthroscopy cohort.
Source: Casey Tingle, Healio Orthopedics [3/21/22]
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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 | |
9 Challenges Funding Can Help Your Practice Overcome
Here are 9 common challenges faced by medical practices that alternative funding can help you overcome:
5. Size of practice
In private practice, operating costs are the responsibility of the sole owner. In a group practice, operating costs are shared between all owners. Funding can help you fill in cash flow gaps without straining your bottom line, regardless of how many owners you have, so you can stay focused on providing top quality care.
Source: Alfredo Rosing, Physicians Practice [3/8/22]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM NEWS QUICK POLLS) | |
From: Vince Marino, DPM
Although I have used them in the past, they are no longer available as the FDA quashed their use since they are injectable biologics. The FDA is requiring the companies go through more hoops. Here is an excerpt from the FDA notice sent to the public:“…warning to consumers in FDA’s July 2020 Consumer Alert:
•Regenerative medicine therapies have not been approved for the treatment or prevention of COVID-19, acute respiratory distress syndrome, or any other complication related to COVID-19.
• Regenerative medicine therapies have not been approved to treat autism, macular degeneration, blindness, chronic pain, or fatigue.
• Regenerative medicine therapies have not been approved to treat any neurological disorder, such as multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS; Lou Gehrig’s disease), Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, or stroke.
• Regenerative medicine therapies have not been approved for the treatment of any cardiovascular or pulmonary (lung) diseases, such as heart disease, emphysema, or COPD.
• Regenerative medicine therapies have not been approved for the treatment of any orthopedic condition, such as osteoarthritis, tendonitis, disc disease, tennis elbow, back pain, hip pain, knee pain, neck pain, or shoulder pain [emphasis added by poster].
FDA has repeatedly notified manufacturers, clinics, and healthcare practitioners of the need for Investigational New Drug applications (INDs) to legally administer these products and to ensure safety measures are in place prior to administration.” So the results of the poll may be skewed.
Vince Marino, DPM, San Francisco, CA
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From: Joseph Weisenfeld, DPM
Please be aware that as of January 1, 2022 "the experimental peptide BPC-157 is prohibited under the World Anti-Doping Agency Prohibited List. Furthermore, this substance is not approved for human clinical use by any global regulatory authority and it may lead to negative health effects." March 3, 2020 USADA.org
Joseph Weisenfeld, DPM, Staten Island, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
From: Robert Scott Steinberg, DPM
I agree one hundred percent with Dr. Stess. Almost every week, I see a new patient whose orthotics, produced from a scan, fail to address the complaint. These devices have many of the same things in common: Below 10mm heel cup; no external rearfoot post; arch height one half of what it should be. The plate is too flexible.
When I see these devices, I am embarrassed for our profession.
Robert Scott Steinberg, DPM, Schaumburg, IL
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Source: Hideki Sato via Virtual Shoe Museum
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MEETINGS & WEBINARS
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PM PODIATRY HALL OF FAME LUNCHEON
July 30, 2022 – Marriott World Resort- Orlando, FL
Honoring Lawrence DiDomenico, Stephanie Wu, Cindy Pezza
Sponsored by Bako Diagnostics, 20/20 Imaging, and PRESENT Podiatry
PM News subscribers are invited to see Dr. DiDomenico, Dr. Stephanie Wu, and Ms. Pezza inducted into the PM Podiatry Hall of Fame, including roasts by special guests.
All ticket proceeds go to the APMA Educational Foundation Student Endowment Fund. Reserve your tickets by writing to Kenna Barrett.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE – LUNULA LASER
EQUIPMENT WANTED - DIGITAL X-RAY MACHINE
IN SEARCH OF: Gently used digital x-ray machine (and developer if needed for proper functioning) for central Florida podiatry clinic. Please send all details and pricing information including shipping to Guillaume Picot at CONTACTUS@FLFOOTANDANKLE.COM.
FOR SALE: COMPLETELY EQUIPPED PODIATRIC PRACTICE - PHILADELPHIA SUBURB
This solo podiatry practice is located in a Philadelphia suburb near the Pennsylvania turnpike. Very long established. Over 35 years (historical reference: 3 previous podiatrists in the same practice) excellent referral base and volume. Additional amenities: computerized records, orthotic lab, digital x-ray, surgical suite, free parking, and more. For more information and virtual tour, email hershpodiatry@gmail.com
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ASSOCIATE POSITION- HARRISBURG, PA
Multi-office practice seeking ABFAS board qualified/certified DPM. FT position covering all aspects of podiatry/podiatric surgery. Salary with production-based bonus and benefits package included. Please send CV to keystonepodiatricmedicalassoc@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LOS ANGELES, CA
Growing multi-doctor and multi-location podiatry practice within a large academic healthcare system in Los Angeles in need of a motivated, ethical, and personable well trained associate. Very competitive salary and benefits. Practice encompasses all areas of podiatric medicine and surgery. Email CV/cover letter/surgical logs to rklee@mednet.ucla.edu
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW JERSEY
Well established practice with foundation in Monmouth and Ocean counties is looking for a motivated full time or part time associate. Our practice consists of 2 offices and management of several long term nursing facilities. General podiatry, wound care, sports medicine, and pediatrics with a minor emphasis on surgery. A competitive compensation package along with a great work balance makes this a unique opportunity for the right candidate. Email CV to podiatrynj1212@gmail.com
PODIATRIST - CHICAGO
Leading group in the area looking for motivated physician to do housecalls and cover office, providing full scope of treatment. Full- or part-time; Illinois license needed. Annual income up to $350K. Submit resume to vadim.goshko@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – DAYTON, OHIO
Well established, fully equipped single office private practice looking for full time associate. Candidate should be highly motivated with strong surgical and clinical skills. Competitive salary, bonus structure, paid malpractice and benefit package. Potential for buy-in available if interested. Please email CV to schapman1@woh.rr.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
Growing Multi-office practice located in South San Francisco Bay area. Associate leading to partnership. Board eligible or certification required at affiliated hospitals. Practice encompasses all phases of podiatric medicine and surgery. We are affiliated with multiple wound care centers, hospitals and surgery centers. Send cover letter and CV to FootAnkleDrs@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE - NORTHERN VA
Growing podiatry practice is seeking a high energy associate interested in providing care to multi senior living facilities as well as working into a partnership to own the practice in 2 to 4 years. The office is located in Annandale, Virginia. Great opportunity to add a surgical aspect to the practice as surgery is currently referred out. Compensation is personal productivity commission based. Please respond to: DrBreiner@AOL.com
FULL-TIME or PART-TIME PODIATRIST - DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA
PSR 24-36 Trained Multi-dimensional, Multi-office group treating a wide range of patients to include: forefoot, rearfoot, diabetic wound care, sports medicine and work-related injuries. A great opportunity for driven personable individuals. Please e-mail Cover letter, CV, short introduction video Email: cnunez1940@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTH CAROLINA
Seeking full-time associate. Both strong clinical and surgical skills required. Training with diabetes and limb salvage a plus. Hospital and surgical center privileges. Compensation with base and bonus structure. Benefits: insurance, paid vacation/holidays, paid CME, malpractice. Send CV to RussAllen25@gmail.com
PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITY- CHICAGO
Senior partner retiring. Three location group seeking to expand with qualified, experienced podiatrists or small group. All office space/buildings are doctor owned and fully equipped. EPATs, ultrasounds, lasers, Padnet, in-house physical therapy, DME, ortho supplies & equipment, surgery center, digital x-rays, Athena EMR. Lower costs and increase income! To lead to real estate ownership. Equitable merge terms with your practice or finances. Meet us at the Midwest. Email resume to chicagopodpractice@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CLEARWATER, FL
Busy established practice in Clearwater, FL looking for a Board Certified/ Qualified Full-time associate. Must be friendly, self-motivated and energetic. Office includes conservative and surgical care. Salary with production-based bonus and benefits package included. Please send CV to DPMAnkleFoot@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTH CAROLINA
Busy two office practice in Upstate SC seeking a full time Podiatry Associate. Senior doctor looking to slow down. Partnership potential. General Podiatry and Surgery. Benefits include 401K, malpractice, health and dental insurance, CME, short and long term disability. PTO. Please send CV to podiatryresumes@upstatefootdocs.com
PODIATRIST WANTED IN NEW JERSEY
Immediate opening for a podiatrist in New Jersey to service nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Full-time and part-time positions available. Days/Hours flexible. Excellent compensation. Excellent staff is always available to help make you successful and your job easier! E-mail CV to ghcp@globalhealthcarepartner.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA
Join a well-established, busy and growing podiatric practice. We are fully integrated with the medical community in a large tertiary teaching hospital. Research opportunities are available. Applicant should be ethical, personable, hardworking, and committed to quality patient care. We are offering a competitive salary with bonus opportunities and a wide range of benefits. Associate position can lead to partnership. All interested candidates should send a resume to JCMOOREDPM@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TREASURE COAST, FL
Busy patient focused practice seeks full time associate for clinical, nursing home and surgical duties to start now. Must be ABFAS BC/BQ, outgoing and driven. Modern cheerful office, EMR, dig x-ray, DME. Base salary + bonus, health insurance, liability insurance and credentialing fees. Email CV to: a.burrillphs@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. LOUIS, MO
Rapidly growing podiatry practice is seeking a personable, outgoing and self-motivated individual, who is competent in office-based practices, surgery, and enjoys all aspects of podiatry. Position available immediately and/or July 2022. $120k base salary with bonus and incentives. Please send CV and letter of interest to podiatrystlouis@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – REDDING, SAN JOSE, AND SONORA, CA
Seeking full-time BC/BE podiatrists possessing a strong work-ethic, energy, warmth and positivity to provide excellent patient care within a dynamic and highly regarded regional group practice. Attractive compensation, 401k match, and unlimited time off. If interested, please submit your CV to DPMcareers@balancehealth.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – VA, MD, CT, DE, PA, OH, MO, NJ, NY, TN, FL
PediRite provides care to nursing home residents. Excellent opportunities working in our contracted facilities. Flexible scheduling, very lucrative commissions! Great match if you have open days/hours in your schedule. Resume to sara@sightrite.com (sign-on bonus for VA, CT, DE and PA for immediate start)
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WESTERN, PA
Seeking a board qualified/certified podiatric physician /surgeon for an associate position available at a growing office in New Castle/Hermitage areas of Western Pennsylvania- approximately one hour from Cleveland, OH and Pittsburgh, PA. Position would include wound center, inpatient consults, forefoot/rearfoot surgery, and clinic. Competitive salary with benefits available. Please contact WesternPApod@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
Very busy practice looking for well rounded, ethical Associate with a good bedside manner. Starting salary $150,000 with bonus with benefits. Possible future partnership. Forefoot surgical skills a plus but not required. Please sent CV to charlestonpodiatry@yahoo.com
PODIATRIC SURGEON – SOUTH CAROLINA
Physicians Footcare, SC largest provider of podiatric services, is seeking a highly skilled and personable physician to join our TEAM. If you are ready to live, work, and play comfortably; send letter of interest and CV to: careers@physiciansfootcare.com
FULL TIME PODIATRIST - NEW JERSEY
We are a fast-growing 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. Some benefits include: competitive six-figure salary, generous, guaranteed bonus structure, health insurance (including vision & dental), paid vacation time off, paid malpractice insurance and CME time off. Great prospects for experienced Doctors as well as new Associates. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your Podiatric medical and surgical experience in an office-based practice! If interested, please submit your CV to DrSamofal@PodiatryCenterNJ.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – PENNSYLVANIA
Multi-doctor/ 2 office practice, approximately 1 hour from Philadelphia. Mature, busy full scope practice, looking for surgically trained full time associate. Partnership potential. Competitive salary, bonus plan, health and malpractice insurance, 401k, CME. Please send CV to aweisdpm@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NORTH CAROLINA
Foothills Podiatry is an independent, well-established, podiatry practice in the foothills of North Carolina, with easy access to a major city. Looking for a motivated, ethical, and friendly podiatrist with excellent people skills. With one DPM retiring and one in the near future, searching for an immediate and future ABPS board eligible/certified podiatrist to join as an associate/partner. Surgery, wound care, podiatric medicine, and routine care. Busy schedule from the start. Privileges available at 2 local hospitals/surgery center. Competitive Salary/Benefits. Contact bbrackett@foothillspodiatry.com.
MOBILE PODIATRISTS NEEDED IMMEDIATELY! – SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Home Foot Care, Inc. Mobile Podiatry Co. is hiring FULL OR PART TIME Podiatrists to treat home bound patients throughout SoCal. Choose your own days/hours, excellent compensation, cloud based EHR, equipment/supplies, support staff, we teach billing/coding. Email CV to: homefootcare@hotmail.com Check out www.footdocs2u.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MULTI-SPECIALTY WOUND CARE GROUP - LOS ANGELES, CA
Attention graduating residents!!! Multi-specialty wound care practice looking to add two more podiatrists to our group starting July 2022. Will work alongside our plastic surgery team in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Full salary and health insurance, with further growth opportunities within the group. Send CV to: woundcaredocs@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY – MANHATTAN
We are looking for a board qualified/certified full-time associate to join a well-established Upper East Side practice. We offer custom services to our Manhattan's elite clientele. You must be a self-motivated individual with excellent communication, problem-solving and interpersonal skills. Someone who is confident in performing surgical procedures and who understands insurance and coding. Six-figure salary plus sign-on bonus and additional benefits based on level of experience. Potential for partnership and buy-in. forangela@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - HAGERSTOWN AND FREDERICK MARYLAND
Offices located in Frederick and Hagerstown Maryland, as well as Gettysburg, PA. Motivated seller/owner of 27 years is ready to sell Hagerstown and Gettysburg practices after associate position. Would consider selling outright from the start. Will be available for advising, teaching, and practice management as long as needed. Will likely sell Frederick office in 5 years as well and I will become a part time employee. Highly producing, full scope podiatry office. Frederick Surgical Center shares and real-estate ownership potential available. drhenrock@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Foot & Ankle Specialists of New Mexico has an immediate and exciting opportunity for a full-time, board qualified or board-certified foot and ankle surgeon. Surgical opportunities and privileges available at all major hospitals, as well as mandatory office and hospital call rotations that require experience in foot and ankle trauma. Fellowship training preferred, but not mandatory. Pay structure will consist of salary and bonus. Interested candidates can email ACharlie@footanklenm.com.
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