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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 20,000 Subscribers Daily
April 01, 2021 #6,919  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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COPYRIGHT 2021- No part of PM News can be reproduced without the
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Bunion Pain is Often Complex: MN Podiatrist
"When questioned, most people would assume a bunion is painful only when there is pressure to the bump from shoes," says Conway McLean, DPM. "Predictably, it is much more complex than that, with surprising ramifications. Although there are exceptions, bunions can become a source of numerous, and very different, problems. Certainly, an abnormal bump on some part of the foot is probably going to get pressure from shoes. Yet, this recurrent and excessive force on human tissue has consequences.
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"A sack of fluid can develop over a bunion, a structure referred to as a bursa, labeled bursitis after becoming inflamed. These structures develop in a variety of places throughout the body, the hip being an especially frequent one. Typically, a nerve runs right past this area of the foot, so it often gets pressured when a bunion exists. Any nerve getting excessive, repeated pressure will induce pain, so this peculiar type of discomfort is common," says Dr. McLean.
Source: Mining Journal [3/30/21]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
FL Podiatrist Named "Top Doc" by Boca Magazine
Ashley Bowles, DPM, a foot and ankle surgeon and certified wound specialist, has been named a "Top Doc" by Boca Magazine. Dr. Bowles received her podiatric medical degree from the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine.
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Dr. Ashley Bowles |
Bowles completed her podiatric medicine and surgery residency at the Bethesda/Baptist Health System in Boynton Beach, FL. She is board-certified in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.
Source: Boca Magazine [3/29/21]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Better Podiatry Services Can Avoid Amputations: New Zealand Podiatrist
Around 600 amputations could be avoided in New Zealand each year if better foot screening and podiatry services were made available for everyone with type 2 diabetes, a recent report shows. The report found that millions of dollars are spent in the public hospital system each year on diabetes-related amputations, which are often preventable.
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“New Zealand needs to more than double the current number of podiatrists if it is going to meet current and future demand,” says Jennifer Pelvin, PodiatryNZ CEO. “Without regular podiatric care, people with diabetes can find themselves candidates for amputations when their physical condition deteriorates. Falls, ulcerations, and infections can rapidly become life or limb threatening conditions.”
Source: Rata Aotearoa, New Zealand Doctor [3/25/21]
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| IN THE COURTS | |
‘I’M NOT A FOOT,’ SAYS MO PODIATRIST
Many have heard of the civil case hearing where lawyer Rod Ponton was unable to figure out how to turn off the cat filter on his Zoom call during a hearing in Texas District Court. In the newest Zoom video to go viral, Allen Jacobs, DPM showed up in court virtually as a defendant’s expert witness, but was unable to turn off a filter he had enabled that transformed a person’s face into a foot. “I don’t know how to remove it,” he said. “I’ve got my assistant here and she’s trying to.”
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Dr. Allen Jacobs serves as defense expert witness (lower right) |
To get the hearing moving, Dr. Jacobs offered: “I’m prepared to go forward with it.” Then, crucially, he clarified: “I’m here live. I’m not a foot.” This caused Mr. Phillips to look up and, finally, the exchange drew a smile and a laugh from him as Judge Ferguson responded: “I can see that.”
Source: April Fool's News
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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 - Part 5
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.
5. Ask about any barriers that might exist to following your advice
Giving advice without asking patients about possible barriers can make them feel you do not understand or care about their circumstances, needs or concerns, and thus cannot really help. At that point, they are more likely to discount any information or advice you provide. Let them know you sincerely care about any hurdles they may face in following your advice and develop strategies with the patient to overcome his or her barriers.
Source: Karli Burridge, PA-C, MMS, FOMA, Physicians Practice [3/16/21]
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| CLINICAL CASE OF THE DAY | |
RE: Unitoe Feet
This 29 year old male presented with painful ingrown toenails of both feet. He reports that he has exclusively worn Crocs since birth. Has anyone else seen this condition?
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Unitoe Feet |
Arthur Gudeon, DPM, Rego Park, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (RELEVANT RESEARCH) | |
RE: Impaired Glucose Tolerance and Neuropathy
From: Leonard A. Levy, DPM, MPH
Diabetes is the most common cause of peripheral neuropathy, accounting for approximately half of cases, but up to 1/3rd of neuropathy patients have no identifiable etiology. Among this population, impaired glucose tolerance (IGT or "pre-diabetes") is observed in approximately 40%. However, an internationally agreed definition as to what constitutes pre-diabetic neuropathy is required. Evidence suggests IGT causes neuropathy which may occur early in diabetes. The neuropathy associated with IGT is clinically similar to early diabetic neuropathy, with preferential injury to small nerve fibers, resulting in pain and autonomic dysfunction. IGT and diabetic neuropathy patients share abnormal microvascular endothelial dysfunction.
IGT subjects treated with diet and exercise have reduced risk of progression to diabetes, and those with neuropathy experience a short-term improvement in small fiber function with sustained benefit for pain. (Smith GA and Singleton JR, Neurologist, 2008 Jan;14(1):23-9. In the United States, 88 million adults—more than 1 in 3—have pre-diabetes, but 84% of them don’t know they have it. With pre-diabetes, blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough yet to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes. However, pre-diabetes raises the risk for type 2 diabetes. (CDC June 11, 2020).
Leonard A. Levy, DPM, MPH, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (MEDICAL LEGAL) | |
RE: OSHA Requirement for Laser Surgery
From: Gary S Smith, DPM
CO2 laser therapy is becoming more available and affordable for in-office use. I have owned one for many years. It is a great marketing tool and worth the money if you need a marketing boost. As far as billing for actual procedures, you will never make your money back. One thing you should keep in mind when using a laser on warts is that there is a fear that the wart virus could be found in the plume or smoke from the wart destruction. If you have office or hospital staff assist you during the procedure, OSHA requires that you provide them with special masks made for laser surgery. You can't just wear a surgical mask because they are worthless against viruses.
Gary S Smith, DPM, Bradford, PA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
From: Connie Lee Bills, DPM
This hasn’t been a problem in my practice for many years. We have instituted a practice of collecting all deductibles and co-pays in advance of the visit and we remind patients the day before when we call them.
Connie Lee Bills, DPM, Mount Pleasant, MI
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
RE: New Foot Implant Might Revolutionize the NFL Kicking Game
From: Burton J. Katzen, DPM
An Israeli engineer has developed a foot implant that could revolutionize the college and NFL kicking game. The implant, the HyproKick, is a convex titanium device attached to a screw that is inserted into the dorsum of the navicular. Originally developed for soccer, the CEO, a former soccer player himself, stated that he got the idea while visiting the U.S. and watching college baseball players hit with metal bats.
The procedure involves a dorsal incision just medial to the navicular away from the contact point. A hole is drilled into the navicular from dorsal to plantar. A sizer (1-5) is then used, and the permanent implant, depending on the size and shape of the navicular is then inserted. Preliminary results have been dramatic with increase in kicking distances ranging from 15-20%.
One college kicker who volunteered for the trial, stated that “the HyproKick has made me think about an NFL career”, and he further stated that he has been routinely kicking field goals of 70-75 yards with his previous longest being 51 yards. He has been punting the ball upwards of 80 yards. A spring-loaded version is in the trial stages with possible release date in early 2023. Of course, the legality of the HyproKick might be questioned by the NCAA and NFL, but it can only be detected by x-ray and clinically could be mistaken for a dorsal exostosis. A happy April Fool’s Day to all my podiatric colleagues.
Burton J. Katzen, DPM, Temple Hills, MD
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Feet of the Day
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Source: Submitted by Dr. Ted Cohen, April Fool's News
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MEETING NOTICES AND WEBINARS
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PM PODIATRY HALL OF FAME LUNCHEON
July 31, 2021 – Gaylord Rockies Convention Center- Denver, CA
Honoring Bryan Markinson, Jason Kraus
Stephanie Wu, DPM, and Cindy Pezza
Sponsored by Bako Diagnostics, 20/20 Imaging, PRESENT Podiatry, and Talar Medical
PM News subscribers are invited to see Drs. Markinson and Wu and Mr. Kraus 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 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST - NAPLES, FL
PSR 24/36, ABFAS certified/qualified for surgical practice. Must have FL license. Hospital privileges available. No HMOs. Naples is an upscale area and wonderful place to work and live. Prefer someone who is personable, team player and hard working. Email CV draustin@gulfcoastfootcare.com
JOB OPPORTUNITY FOR UPCOMING GRADUATES – JACKSONVILLE, FL
We are looking for a full-time surgical podiatrist in Jacksonville FL starting this summer. Three busy practice locations, inpatient service, need to be board qualified for hospital privileges (ABPM or ABFAS or ABMSP) Growth opportunities. Please sent CV or text to Dr.Barnouti@gmail.com 904 887 4531 and DrNamen@DrNamen.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - EASTERN SHORE OF MARYLAND
Multiple office practice located on the Eastern Shore of MD near beaches. Seeking motivated, energetic individual to join our five existing physicians. We are an expanding practice with focus on all aspects of podiatric care. Offices equipped with ultrasound, digital imaging, 3-D scanners, onsite Ambulatory Surgery Center and many other state of the art amenities. Excellent salary and benefits package. DPMemploy@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WESTERN NY
Full time associate position in Western New York. Multiple city centers a short drive away. Great place to live and raise a family. Opportunity for experienced DPM as well as a new graduate who desires to be part of a team and be a partner in private practice with ownership. Willingness 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 – 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 – 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 - 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
FUTURE PARTNER/ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST – ARKANSAS
We are a busy well established and highly respected three man group. This position is available to a well-trained, personable, motivated, goal oriented, entrepreneurial minded physician. This practice offers all facets of podiatric medicine with an onsite ASC. Located in a rapidly growing city with a Division I University. You would be hard pressed to find a better city to settle down and raise a family. Send CV to podiatrygrouppharm@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MICHIGAN
Associate position for well-known Southeastern Michigan 5-doctor practice. Looking for full time/ part time forefoot and rear foot trained surgeon. Must have outgoing personality. Guaranteed salary with great bonus structure, healthcare, malpractice, vacation, CME, etc. Must be Board Qualified/ Certified in Surgery. State-of-the-art office and staff. Every doctor has a scribe.Contact Dr. Vicki Anton Athens. vathens@mac.com with CV. Athens Podiatry Group.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - HORSEHEADS, NY
Seeking BQ/BC podiatrist with residency training to join busy practice serving the NY Finger Lakes Region as well as Corning, Elmira, and northern PA. (Surgical privileges in NY & PA hospitals) Excellent Opportunity. Generous Compensation Package. Send CV, references to career@thurberandthurber.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - EASTERN SHORE of MARYLAND
Multiple office practice located on the Eastern Shore of MD near beaches. Seeking motivated, energetic individual to join our five existing physicians. We are an expanding practice with focus on all aspects of podiatric care. Offices equipped with ultrasound, digital imaging, 3-D scanners, onsite Ambulatory Surgery Center and many other state-of- the-art amenities. Excellent salary and benefits package. DPMemploy@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION -TUCSON, AZ
Growing practice in Tucson, Arizona is looking for a motivated associate. Candidate must be enthusiastic, with strong clinical and surgical skills. Outgoing personality is a must in this busy and flourishing practice. Arizona license required. Check with Arizona State Board for application deadline if you do not currently hold a license. Send CV and letter of interest to transcription697@aol.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 – 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 - 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 – 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.
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PRACTICE FOR SALE - TULSA, OKLAHOMA
30+ years established practice in stand alone medical building, perfect location in key market, Established referral sources, Fully equipped, current owner retiring, will transition, Great place to raise a family. Email: footman@tulsacoxmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - WEST COAST/TAMPA FLORIDA SUBURB
World class beaches, top rated communities, water sports, golf, reasonably priced real estate, active lifestyle and “Champa Bay” pro sports await you. Unique opportunity to own a reputable, profitable practice. Control rental overhead as this medical condo is also available for purchase. Practice in a well-integrated foot & ankle environment, including hospital privileges. Serious inquiries only please email Sunpodiatry5@gmail.com.
PRACTICE AVAILABLE FOR SALE- MASSACHUSETTS
North of Boston. 30-year-old solo practice. Affluent community. EHR. Digital x-ray. 5 year avg. over $700k gross. Dedicated staff. Owner can stay for transition. Email podpractice2021@gmail.com.
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
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