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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 20,000 Subscribers Daily
March 26, 2021 #6,915  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS - PART 1 | |
TX Podiatrist Expresses Fear and Concern About Anti-Asian Hate Crimes
After the Atlanta-area shootings that killed eight people, six of them Asian women, Thuy Ho-Ellsworth, DPM felt many emotions. "Oh, it was really hard, I mean, to see that because these were Asian American females, and it just hits home because you identify with them and when you feel that these are businesses that were specifically targeted for this type of demographic. It's a combination of devastation set in with fear and concern and just immense sadness," Dr. Ho-Ellsworth said.
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Last month, Dr. Ho-Ellsworth joined healthcare workers across the nation and posted personal experiences of racism, raising awareness of hate crimes targeting the Asian-American community using #HCWFORASIANLIVES, a movement started by Dr. Jennifer Chung.
Source: KVOE (ABC) [3/23/21] via Dr. Wenjay Sung
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS - PART 2 | |
NY Podiatrists Discuss Bunion Correctors
"Bunion correctors can help in keeping the joint loose and limber and can even provide some temporary pain relief," says Pedram Hendizadeh, DPM, a podiatrist and foot surgeon in New York City. "Consistent use of some bunion correctors is thought to possibly slow down the progression of stiffness." Dr. Hendizadeh sometimes recommends bunion correctors to his patients to use as a conservative treatment for pain, or as post-operative treatment.
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Keep in mind: A bunion corrector can only be helpful for a deformity that is flexible in nature and will not address the underlying issue that is causing the bunion in the first place. "For those who have an arthritic type of bunion, it may actually cause more pain to use the corrector since they already have limited motion in that joint," Pooja Shah, DPM says. Plus, Dr. Shah notes, the movement of the toe joint is only temporary: "Once the corrector is removed, the bunion will usually fall back into its original position."
Source: Jenn Sinrich, The Healthy [3/24/21]
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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 | |
Health Conversations: Six Ways to Engage Patients
A growing body of research suggests that people who are actively involved in their health and healthcare tend to have better outcomes. Here are six practical suggestions for how to enhance your patients’ engagement in your conversations about their healthcare.
1. Start with open-ended questions
Much of healthcare today involves helping patients manage conditions whose outcomes can be greatly influenced by lifestyle or behavior changes. Using motivational interviewing techniques, such as asking open-ended questions—rather than yes or no questions—allows patients to express their thoughts about their health and lifestyle choices. This can open up the conversation and give you much more insight into the patient’s perspective.
Source: Karli Burridge, PA-C, MMS, FOMA, Physicians Practice [3/16/21]
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RE: The Passing of Marta Ives Rendon, MD
Dr. Marta Ives Rendon, a world renowned dermatologist, has passed away after a courageous fight with pancreatic cancer for the past four years. She was a past president of Women’s Dermatology, The American Society of Aesthetic Dermatology and Surgery, Skin of Color, and was active in many others.
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Dr. Marta Rendon |
Marta was a founding lecturer and consultant to DermFoot and lectured often to podiatry audiences, both nationally and globally with her husband Dr. Bret Ribotsky. She contributed to over 300 peer-reviewed publications and two books.
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: Post-Surgical Neuropathic Pain and COVID-19
In the last 3 months, we have noticed an increase in neuropathic pain in some of our patients who have undergone surgeries after receiving recent COVID-19 vaccinations. I assume this is an inflammatory response triggered by the vaccination. Has anyone else noticed this as well?
David Weiss, DPM, Henrico, VA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
From: Scott Herbert, DPM, Jay Seidel, DPM
Use Physician Claim Corporation in Onalaska, WI. I am very happy with their service. They are a podiatry billing specialist company.
Scott Herbert, DPM, Freeport, NY
I have been using Ontime Medical Billing Solutions and have been VERY satisfied. David is very competent, transparent, and available for questions or concerns at any time. I know he provides services for practices located in FL, MD, and NY.
Jay Seidel, DPM, Deerfield Beach, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
From: Eric Lullove, DPM
About three years ago, I did the overhaul of my phone system. I got rid of my outdated analog system and went with a PolyCom digital system provided by my Fiber Internet provider. Every prompt created and introduction message is done digitally. I hired via Fiverr, a voice actor to do my introduction message and background music from Audioblocks.
Every prompt for afterhours, billing, prescription refills, consultations, and emergency calls is handled via the digital system. Voicemails are transcribed and sent to my phone via MP3 format. I have no further need for an “answering service” as it is already built into my digital communications package that I pay monthly for. The package includes 4 phones, 4 lines, a dedicated Internet fax server, and 100MB dedicated fiber optic Internet.
Eric Lullove, DPM, Coconut Creek FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) - PART 1A | |
From: Paul A. Galluzzo, DPM
Dr. Cox and Dr. Roth are right on track regarding neurectomy. I have been doing alcohol sclerosing injections since 2001. My father, Dr. M.A. Galluzzo, was doing these injections even before that. I haven't had to remove a neuroma in over 15+ years due to the high success rate of this treatment. I have done in-office DTL release only when the injections have failed which is less than 10 % of the time. I also have great success with neurolysis for stump neuromas. For those who say the success is anecdotal, I would like to know how many patients you have treated with alcohol injections.
When those patients who have undergone this treatment come back for other services and/or refer friends and family, I call that a success. If anecdotal equals success, then I'll keep providing this excellent level of care. And for those of you who don't do neurolysis with alcohol and may be located close to my practice and are thinking of neuroma excision for your patient, you can refer them to me. If it doesn't work, I'll refer them back to you for the procedure.
Paul A. Galluzzo, DPM, Rockford, IL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) - PART 1B | |
From: Peter J. Bregman, DPM
I have heard anecdotal information about this treatment for many years, very similar to how you described it. In fact there will be an article coming out shortly where I am on the opposite of the side of sclerosing injections. The reason being is if you read the literature, it takes a minimum of 20% alcohol to effectively cause chemical destruction of the nerve. So while I understand that there is a success rate for your injections, I would proffer that it is not the alcohol that is responsible for the success rate but it is the anesthetic itself.
I venture to say if you switched out the alcohol with 4 mg of Decadron, you might even get better results not having to do so many injections. It is conceivable that somehow the alcohol has some sort of chemical physiological effect that enhances the anesthetic or vice versa but I think it’s more likely than not that it’s just the anesthetic that’s doing the job. There needs to be a study done using saline, local anesthetic, local anesthetic with 4% alcohol, and local anesthetic with 4 mg of Decadron. This would answer the questions above.
I also think that the patients that you think were cured by your 7 to 10 injections probably went somewhere else for different treatment. This is likely about the same number who had a neurectomy and did not do well and went somewhere else, which caused the surgeon to believe it was a success.
Peter J. Bregman, DPM, Las Vegas, NV
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) - PART 2 | |
RE: TN Podiatrist Discusses Challenges of Being a Woman in a Man's World (Michael Schneider, DPM)
From: Jenneffer Pulapaka, DPM
A recent question was broached, “Should we reply back to his response?” My answer was swift. Yes, let me make this truly clear -- this is what epistemic entitlement looks like. Did Gina Mendoza ask you to validate her ordeals in residency? No. Do you have more relevant experience as a female resident? No. Are you inserting your disapproving opinion whereby downgrading her expertise as a female in her residency? Yes. You can now stop.
Gina Mendoza is a woman who need not defend her personal experience she thought to be challenging as a female. The fact this conversation continues demonstrates how mansplaining is institutional sexism that highlights an inequitable and imbalance of power in our society between men and women.
Jenneffer Pulapaka, DPM, Deland, FL
Editor’s note: This topic is now temporarily closed.
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RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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Source: Cafe Press
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS
Full-time position available 7/1/21 in busy 2-doctorm 2-office well-established practice in Central Massachusetts. Must be surgically trained. Must be willing to get Board Certified. Hard-working, professional and goal oriented who is looking for a long term position with growth. We cover all aspects of Podiatric care including private office, long-term care facilities, surgeries, and wound care center. Please send cover letter and CV to greatpodiatryjob@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MCALLEN, TEXAS
Associate position for a well-trained, highly motivated, and ethical podiatrist. With 2 locations, we are a well-established, fast paced, high patient volume practice. Offering competitive salary, bonus structure, benefits, including possible future partnership. Experienced, new graduates, or soon graduating 3rd-year-residents will be considered. Please email CL and CV to equach@mcallenfootcenter.com.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - CONNECTICUT, FLORIDA, MISSOURI, AND RHODE ISLAND
Looking for reliable and ethical podiatrists to service Nursing Homes, Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living Facilities in Florida, Missouri, Connecticut and Rhode Island. Send inquiries and CV to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - GREATER HARTFORD, CT
Our four-doctor practice is looking for an associate to join us this coming Summer. Competitive six figure salary with a bonus structure, health insurance, 401-k and vacation benefits. You must be personable. Surgical training is desired. Send resume to latifdpm@gmail.com
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
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST, FL
Immediate position for busy practice in Sunny Southwest, FL. ABFAS RRA BC/BQ. EMR, E x-rays, US, DME. Base salary + bonus w, PTO, 401K, fees, health benefits. Also 1 ACFAS fellowship avail, must be BQ ABFAS by start of program 8/2021: DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WESTERN PA
Well-established podiatry practice in Western, PA looking for a full-time podiatrist to join their team. Position will involve seeing patients at multiple hospitals, wound care centers and satellite offices. Basic qualification: Graduation from an accredited medical school and completed accredited residency program. Board Certified/Qualified in surgery. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to our team members. email CV to: dysteindpm@gmail.com
FULL TIME PODIATRIST – SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA
We are an established family medicine practice in beautiful Scottsdale with an immediate opening for an experienced podiatrist. A large percentage of our patient population are diabetic, which necessitates a skilled podiatric physician to work hand-in-hand with our primary care and orthopedic team. Candidate will enjoy unlimited freedom to practice without the worry of managing a solo practice while taking over an existing podiatric patient population of this thriving medical practice. The candidate will enjoy competitive compensation, bonus and incentive structure, health insurance, vacation malpractice insurance. Please submit your CV to amy@aveonhealth.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WESTERN NY
Full time associate looking to live in Western New York. Low cost of living area with multiple city centers a short drive away. Great place to live and raise a family. Great prospect for experienced DPM as well as a new graduate who desires to be part of a team and ultimately wants to be a partner in private practice and transition to ownership. Senior doctor is happy and willing to mentor. Must be willing to merge into an already established protocol based office with state of the art facility and equipment. Practice includes all aspects of podiatry ranging from surgery to routine care. Yourpracticenow@gmail.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 - BILLINGS, MONTANA
Tired of COVID and the city? This is your chance to have the position you've been dreaming about. Need board qualified associate wanting to work hard & enjoy the rural life of Montana. Work ethic and personality will deliver you an above average income. Join the largest group in the region. Base salary plus bonus, malpractice and other benefits. Email for details and to set up interviews. craig.mclaws@mt-podiatry.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: scdpmjobs@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CALIFORNIA
Well established mobile podiatry service looking for IMMEDIATE full or part time coverage in Riverside and San Bernardino County. Competitive pay, plus bonus. Full control of your schedule with full support of an experienced office. Busy clinic one day per week is also available. Must have a CA license. CV to: mobilepodiatry310@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – BERGEN COUNTY, NJ
Looking for a full-time podiatrist in a very busy, fast-paced practice. Offering competitive salary and bonuses. Lots of sports medicine, excellent support staff, and positive environment. Immediate start date. Please e-mail CV to cma@njfootpain.com, should you have any further questions you may call Gerry 201-523-9489 ext 101.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MICHIGAN
Busy office-based practice in Southeast Michigan seeks full-time podiatrist to treat both medical and surgical patient needs. Seeking a caring, self-motivated individual to join and help grow the practice larger. Wound Care, Sports Medicine, Pediatrics, Ankle/Rearfoot training or experience preferred. Lots of opportunity for growth and possible partner track. Competitive compensation, health insurance, and malpractice insurance. Immediate opening or Summer start. Please send resume to: michiganfootandankle@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ABINGDON, MARYLAND
Immediate associate position for a well-trained, highly motivated and compassionate individual. Rapidly growing, well established practice with a loyal patient following and strong physician referral base. Offering competitive salary with bonus structure, 401K, PTO, CME allowance, health (including vision and dental) and malpractice insurance. All aspects of podiatry with emphasis on wound care/diabetic surgery/limb salvage. Please email cover letter and CV to michael@mkblockdpm.com
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PRACTICE FOR SALE - WESTERN MI
This progressive 30 year old practice is seeking a new owner. Opportunity to live and work 40 minutes from Lake Michigan. Prime opportunity for well-trained surgeon to harvest untapped cases. Practice fully equipped with digital x-ray, EHR, computerized orthotic measuring device and DME. Transition from owner available. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT
Well rounded 40 year old practice. Grossing $250,000 for 3 day work week. Can build up to 5 days/week. Will stay to acclimate new owner to practice. Will sell or rent 1,300 sq. ft. unit. contact rbfoot5@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - WHITE PLAINS, NY
This established practice has been operating for more than 25 years in key market location. Full range of office services and surgery. Opportunity to grow practice and have outstanding return on investment. Priced to sale. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - BOSTON, MA
High volume surgical practice. Based on hospital campus, serves as referral center for cases. Established relationships. Key success factors include: outstanding interpersonal skills, well trained in all aspects of surgery, willingness to work weekends and take call. Well trained staff in place and willing to transition. Great hands are not enough, superior interpersonal skills required. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NY
This well-established practice needs a new owner. Current owner seeking to retire. Busy office practice built on sports medicine and general podiatric care. Established referral sources. Priced to sell. Owner will transition. Fully equipped. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - CT - BRANFORD
Solo practice for sale. Practice positioned for future growth. Owner has busy practice with full schedule and privileges available at local hospitals and surgery centers. Owner relocating out of state. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE IN GALVESTON COUNTY, TEXAS
2 offices (Galveston Island and Dickinson) Established for 47 years with owner retiring and willing to stay for easy transition. Grossing $300K plus without COVID-19 drop off. Free standing building in Galveston included in sale with rents to secure note. Contact jknecht522@aol.com
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