|
|
|
|
|
PMNews
Browse PMNews Issues
Previous Issue | Next Issue
| PM News | |
The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,233 Subscribers Daily
March 31, 2016 #5,632  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
E-mail us by hitting the reply key.
COPYRIGHT 2016- No part of PM News can be reproduced without the
written permission of Barry Block
|
|
| PM NEWS QUICK POLL |
Quick Poll
|
|
Which method (s) (percentagewise) do you use to prescribe? |
 |
|
|
|
| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
KY Podiatrist Discusses Morton's Neuroma
"If you have foot pain, especially in the ball of your foot between the third and fourth toe, you may be suffering from Morton’s neuroma. Wearing high heels or tight shoes increases the risk for developing this condition. Likewise, partaking in high impact activities, such as running, may also cause Morton’s neuroma–by subjecting your feet to frequent trauma. Lastly, if you suffer from bunions, hammertoes, or flatfeet, you have a higher chance of developing a neuroma," says podiatrist Dr. Matthew Ellsworth.
 |
|
Dr. Matthew Ellsworth |
"The first defense to treat Morton’s neuroma is to reduce the inflammation and the nerve injury. The best way to accomplish this is to choose a pair of shoes with stiffer soles and combine with orthotics to take the pressure off the ball of the foot. The orthotics can be adjusted with felt or foam padding as needed to decrease the pressure. Icing and resting the foot can also be effective treatments to relieve the pressure. Careful and routine use of Ibuprofen or other NSAIDs can be a helpful treatment. Steroid and/or alcohol sclerosing injections may be helpful in treating the disease. These injections decrease the inflammation around the nerve tissues to allow softening of other surrounding tissues," Says Dr. Ellsworth.
Source: Kentucky Forward [3/30/16]
|
|
| PODIATRISTS AND MEDICAL EDUCATION | |
TX Podiatrist Appointed Associate Professor at Baylor College of Medicine
Jeffrey A. Ross, DPM, MD has been appointed as an Associate Professor at the Baylor College of Medicine, as a full-time faculty member to the Department of Surgery and Section of Vascular Surgery. He will be working with its new Chief, Joseph Mills, MD and the vascular team in a new Toe and Flow Limb Preservation program at Baylor.
 |
|
Dr. Jeffrey Ross |
Dr. Ross will continue to work in the area of sports medicine, biomechanics, and areas of research in both fields. He is a consultant to the Baylor University football team, as well as other teams in the Houston area.
Source: Footprints [March 2016]
|
|
| PROFESSIONAL DISCIPLINE | |
NH Podiatrist Voluntarily Surenders License
A podiatrist with offices in Concord and Peterborough voluntarily surrendered his license last week, just days before the Board of Podiatry was expected to evaluate his reported “cognitive difficulties” and behavior that was reported as odd and bizarre. Dr. Edward P. Newcott surrendered his license March 21, telling the podiatry board he was retiring from his practice, according to a final order the board issued last week.
Source: Mark Hayward, New Hampshire Union Leader [3/29/16]
|
|
| PODIATRIC PRODUCTS IN THE NEWS | |
Compulink Showcases Podiatry-Specific Products at the Midwest Conference
Compulink Business Systems, Inc., a recognized leader in EHR and Practice Management, will unveil the latest enhancements to Podiatry Advantage™ at Midwest Podiatry 2016. New features and functionality being showcased include: OneTab EHR Solution: Compulink's OneTab layout allows providers to easily view and document the entire exam from one screen. This new single screen approach improves provider productivity by eliminating the clicks and the time spent searching for patient information.
PracticeWatch™: Fully integrated with Podiatry Advantage, PracticeWatch automates repetitive tasks, freeing staff to focus on patient care. A built-in scheduler allows tasks to be scheduled to automatically run monthly, hourly, weekly, or daily-day or night. This includes tasks such as running reports and sending of appointment reminders to patients. PracticeWatch also allows users to define business rules to monitor conditions within the practice and execute tasks when specific conditions are met. For example, using PracticeWatch, providers can create a task to monitor patient flow and automatically send them an Instant Message.
Source: Business Wire [3/30/16]
|
|
| IN THE COURTS | |
Providers Urge Court to Forbid Statistical Sampling in False Claims Cases
Several major industry groups have jumped into a case over whether whistle-blowers may use statistical sampling to prove liability in fraud cases, saying allowing such sampling could be “disastrous” to hospitals and other providers. The whistle-blowers argue that prohibiting the use of statistical sampling could allow providers and others to more easily get away with large-scale fraud. A ruling allowing statistical sampling in this case could lead to more whistle-blowers using the tactic on healthcare organizations, which already face the lion's share of False Claims Act lawsuits.
The American Hospital Association, the Catholic Health Association and nursing home industry group, the American Health Care Association have all filed briefs in recent weeks siding with the provider, Agape Senior Center of South Carolina. The whistle-blowers allege Agape inappropriately certified patients for hospice and other services that were not medically necessary. The whistle-blowers worked at only one Agape facility but want to use statistical sampling to allege fraud throughout the organization. A lower court ruled that the whistle-blowers could not use statistical sampling. The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is now considering the issue.
Source: Lisa Schencker, Modern Healthcare [3/29/16]
|
|
| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Online Reputation Protection for Physicians - Part 3
3. Resolve to communicate well with patients
Starting at check-in, simply keeping patients abreast of what to expect next and when to expect it can make all the difference — a patient told that the doctor is running 15 minutes late will be a lot happier than a patient who waits 15 minutes wondering if they'll be waiting an hour. While a doctor shouldn't be kept waiting for a patient to be roomed, it's important that a patient not be roomed long before they are expected to be seen by the physician — time can pass frustratingly slowly when stuck in a white room with a poor selection of magazines. Your whole team should be vigilant about keeping patients informed.
Source: Joe Capko, Physicians Practice [3/23/16]
|
|
| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
RE: Where are Graduating Podiatry Residents Getting Jobs?
From: Name Withheld
I recently posted an ad for an associate position in a large metropolitan area with a direct path to partnership. The salary for the position and the benefits were very competitive with similar positions. I posted the position on PM News and several other websites. I had very little response to the ad. Of the resumes I did receive, it seemed as though most of the applicants were underqualified for the position. It would seem that with over 500 residents graduating from residency programs each year, there would be much more demand for a competitive associate position. Where are all the graduating podiatry residents getting jobs once they finish residency?
Name Withheld
|
|
| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM NEWS QUICK POLLS) - PART 1A | |
From: Joel Lang, DPM
Along with the advantages Dr. Udell already identified, this system is also designed to identify doctors who over-prescribe narcotic medications and patients who “shop” doctors for their narcotics. It will also prevent dispensing incorrect meds because of handwriting issues and the sale and exchange of written prescriptions on the streets as well as modifying written prescriptions to change the quantities or dose.
Patients can still shop online for the best prices for their medications for long-term medications and refills. We really need to relinquish the paranoid attitude that everything the government does is an “encroachment” on everyone’s rights.
Joel Lang, DPM (retired), Cheverly MD
|
|
| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM NEWS QUICK POLLS) - PART 1B | |
From: Simon Young, DPM
Sammy software allows you to print prescription on paper so patients can shop around. You still get the credit for e-prescribing.
Simon Young, DPM, NY, NY
|
|
| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM NEWS QUICK POLLS) - PART 2 | |
From: Jeff Kittay, DPM
I am reading Dr. Smith's letter for the third time and still can't believe it. More self-congratulations for the APMA Board and HOD, who have just noticed that there is a problem with the number of graduates and the smaller number of residency slots. My graduating class (1979) had slots for about 50% of the graduates, and residency genesis was the only thing being talked about. Now, nearly 37 years later, it's still on the table. We have double the number of schools, many more graduates, and there are STILL insufficient slots; and some people are encouraging even more student enrollment as the solution - the same people who say lower taxes will yield increased revenues.
RNs and NPs are taking up the "routine foot care" slack BECAUSE of Vision 2015, with its focus on turning out 3-year rear-foot surgeons to the exclusion of nearly everything else. This is a foolish and terribly misguided plan to gain "parity" with orthopedists. Dr. Smith correctly points out that a greater focus on forefoot surgery and general podiatry is the key to saving our profession from itself.
Get rid of several of the tuition-driven schools, change the curricula to an MD/DO by affiliating with allopathic institutions to achieve that elusive "parity," create and maintain residencies that reflect what is really needed by our aging population, and the profession will prosper. Continue to tweak the old paradigm and become obsolete.
Jeff Kittay, DPM (retired), San Isidro, Costa Rica
|
|
| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
From: Robert Kornfeld, DPM
I must say that although this publication rates DPM income as #2 on the list of non-MD healthcare professionals, the salary listed is quite disappointing for anyone who has to go to college for 4 years, podiatry school for 4 years, and a residency for 3 years. My daughter was making more than this 3 years out of college. Honestly, I don't think this salary is something to celebrate. It is woefully low for the investment in tuition, time, and commitment required to be a practicing podiatrist. I can only celebrate the fact that I am at the tail end of my career.
It looks to me like being a podiatrist is going to lose its appeal in the near future. And let me pre-empt some of the responses I expect to see. I am NOT practicing podiatric medicine because I am altruistic. I am practicing it because I love it AND it has afforded me a very nice living. Without the very nice living, I would never have stayed in practice. By the way, does anyone think it's embarrassing that pharmacists make more money than podiatrists?
Robert Kornfeld, DPM, Port Washington, NY
|
|
|
| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
 |
|
A really hard lace size to find! (photo: Radek Leski) |
Source: Daryl van Wouw via Virtual Shoe Museum
|
|
|
|
| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
PRECEPTORSHIP OPPORTUNITY IN PHILADELPHIA
Be intimately involved with all aspects of podiatric medicine, rehabilitation, and pain management. Established and diverse practice. Hands-on experience with patient care, practice management training and we will do our best to assist you with obtaining a residency. I am podiatrist to The Pennsylvania Ballet, so if you have interest in sports medicine, a plus. Salary: $15/hour. Please send your CV and introductory letter to: ediamond7@comcast.net
FELLOWSHIP – DIABETIC FOOT & WOUND (TEXAS)
One position for a 12-month TMB-approved Diabetic Foot and Wound fellowship beginning July 1, 2016. Candidate must have completed a podiatric residency/plastic surgical residency/general surgery residency and be eligible for Texas Medical License. Training involves all aspect of diabetic foot management. Curriculum focuses on surgical limb salvage, and medical management of the complex wound patient. Interested candidates should email their CV, personal statement and 3 letters of recommendation to latonya.rosales@utsouthwestern.edu. UT Southwestern is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TAMPA BAY
Well established, dynamic multi-doctor practice in the Tampa Bay, high-tech with EMR and digital x-rays. Sports medicine, surgery and potential partnership. No NH/ HMOs. Excellent hospital privileges. Choose an area of practice concentration that you are passionate about & enjoy a lifestyle 2nd to none. CV to floridapodiatrist@tampabay.rr.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WESLEY CHAPEL/TAMPA FL
Established practice with expanding and well-rounded patient base in fast growing area, seeking PSR 36 trained individual with strong work ethic. Full EMR/EHR, digital x-ray, ultrasound and laser on site. Multi-hospital privileges, no nursing homes. Salary and benefits package. Must be board qualified and obtain Florida License. Send CV and references to slevin40@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – MARYLAND (FULL-TIME/PART-TIME)
Are you motivated, personable and enjoy working with the elderly? We are offering part-time positions in Maryland. Podiatry Management Services provides care in Nursing Homes, Assisted Living, Senior Homes, Adult Daycare and other similar facilities. Please e-mail your CV to: drhprosen@verizon.net or fax to 888-241-3302 or call Dr. Herbert Rosen at 410-580-0255.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Successful, growing full-scope practice with offices in Oxnard, Camarillo, Ventura and Santa Barbara seeking a full time podiatrist with excellent patient skills to add to our team. Competitive salary and benefits offered including health insurance and 401K. Potential for partnership. Please send CV to Kelly@footsurgeon.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Immediate, full-time opening in fast-paced Sports Medicine Center. No wound care. No Medicare. Candidate must have strong biomechanical, surgical and sports medicine background. Applications accepted online at http://www.fdfac.com/z/about-careers.html
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW MEXICO
Growing practice in need of F/T podiatrist. Remote clinic requiring hard-working board certified/qualified candidate who is well-trained in rearfoot, ankle trauma, reconstruction, wound care. Call/hospital work necessary. Looking for self-motivated candidate who is interested in partnership. Send CV to nlhuge@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TAMPA BAY
Well established, dynamic multi-doctor practice in the Tampa Bay, high-tech with EMR and digital x-rays. Sports medicine, surgery and potential partnership. No NH/ HMOs. Excellent hospital privileges. Choose an area of practice concentration that you are passionate about & enjoy a lifestyle 2nd to none. CV to floridapodiatrist@tampabay.rr.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. LOUIS AREA
Newly available position to join a well-established independent practice, associate leading to partnership. Experience preferred, Board qualified/certified. Please call Dr. Edward Stein at (314) 565-2739 and forward your resume to stcpod@att.net
F/T PODIATRIST – PENNSYLVANIA
Expanding, well rounded, multi-site, state-of-the-art group with offices throughout Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. We offer: Competitive salary Benefits Partnership opportunity We're associated with hospitals, wound care centers, and a residency program. Requirements: Hard-working, self- motivated, board qualified/certified, and surgically trained. 2016 graduating residents welcome.Please email CV to: recruiting@foi-solutions.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - VANCOUVER ISLAND, B.C
Associate for well establish practice on Vancouver Island, B.C Canada. Reply to dr.cole@shaw.ca
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 DPMs AND STUDENTS
Whether you have used equipment to sell or are offering an associate position, PM News classified ads are the fastest, most-effective way of reaching over 16,500 subscribers. For details,click here or write to:bblock@prodigy.net or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at (800) 284-5451.
|
| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 1 - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
NAIL FUNGUS LASER FOR SALE - CUTERA LASER GENESISPLUS
The BEST laser on the market for the treatment of Onychomycosis. Wavelength - 1064nm ND YAG. Spot Size - 1mm, 5mm. Also can be used for other cosmetic treatments: Acne scars, enlarged pores, fine lines, keloids, nail fungus, neuroma, rosacea, scar reduction, sun damage, verruca, warts, wrinkles.Excellent operating condition. Discounted Price $40,000 Call Dr. J. Laurie @ (215) 605-2134 or email GenesisPlus4Sale@yahoo.com
SPACE AVAILABLE WITH BILLABLE MRI – MANHATTAN AND LONG ISLAND
Are you letting income walk out your front door? Do you order MRIs but refer them to outside radiology facilities? Why not perform the MRI yourself and keep all the income? At our turn-key facilities on Long Island and Manhattan, rental of the office gives you access to our state-of-the-art equipment, including a fully-functioning extremity MRI where ankles and feet can be scanned. Once you run the numbers, you'll see that the added income to you makes this proposal a no-brainer. Call 516-476-1815 or e-mail podo2345@aol.com for further information.
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 DPMs AND STUDENTS
Whether you have used equipment to sell or are offering an associate position, PM News classified ads are the fastest, most-effective way of reaching over 16,500 subscribers. For details,click here or write to:bblock@prodigy.net or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at (800) 284-5451.
|
| Disclaimers |
Acceptance and publication by this newsletter of an advertisement, news story, or letter does not imply endorsement or approval by Barry Block or Kane Communications of the company, product, content or ideas expressed in this newsletter. Podiatric Medical News does not represent the views, and is a separate entity from Podiatry Management Magazine and Podiatry Management Online. Any information pertaining to legal matters should not be considered to be legal advice, which can only be obtained via individual consultation with an attorney. Information about Medicare billing should be confirmed with your State CAC.
THIS MESSAGE IS INTENDED ONLY FOR THE USE OF THE INDIVIDUAL OR
ENTITY TO WHICH IT IS ADDRESSED AND MAY CONTAIN INFORMATION THAT IS
PRIVILEGED, CONFIDENTIAL AND EXEMPT FROM DISCLOSURE.
If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient or an
employee or agent responsible for delivering the message to the
intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination,
distribution, or copying of this communication is strictly
prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please
immediately notify me and you are hereby instructed to delete all
electronic copies and destroy all printed copies.
DISCLAIMER: Internet communications cannot be guaranteed to be
either timely or free of viruses.
| | Guidelines |
- To Post a message, send it to: bblock@podiatrym.com
- Notes should be original and may not be submitted to
other publications or listservs without our express written
permission.
- Notes must be in the following form:
RE: (Topic)
From: (your name, DPM)
Body of letter. Be concise. Limit to 250 words or less). Use
Spellchecker
Your name, DPM City/State
- Subscribers are reminded that they have an ethical obligation to disclose any potential conflicts of interest when commenting on any product, procedure, or service.
| |
|
Browse PMNews Issues
Previous Issue | Next Issue
|
| |
|
|
|
