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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,509 Subscribers Daily
April 14, 2017 #5,904  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| EDITOR'S NOTE | |
Correction to Meetings Ad
In yesterday's PM News, we inadvertandly ran the wrong dates for the upcoming Region 3 Meeting. The correct dates are May 2-6, 2017. The correct ad appears as the top ad in the Meeting Notices section of today's newsletter.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Rural Patients Need Access to Specialty Care: ID Podiatrist
Lost Rivers Medical Center is a tiny brick hospital nestled on the snowy hills above this remote town in central Idaho. Lost Rivers has only one full-time doctor and its emergency room has just three beds – not much bigger than a summer camp infirmary. Dr. Tim Tomlinson, a podiatrist who lives in Twin Falls and drives 100 miles once a week, spent a recent morning seeing a lineup of patients. One was a man who had to have a toe amputated after a horse stepped on his foot, another a diabetic who needed a skin graft checked on his foot.
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Tomlinson said he has gotten paid late before, and he has seen the hospital nearly shut down more than once. But he keeps coming because he has developed a practice, and considers it important that patients have access to specialty care. Lost Rivers isn’t unique in its difficulties, he noted. “All those small towns are struggling as young people move out, leaving mostly old people,” he said. “That puts a drain on the hospitals.” Patients are living longer with chronic diseases now, so the demand for elderly care is only going to increase. If not the rural clinics and hospitals, Tomlinson said, “who’s going to deliver it?”
Source: Anna Gorman, Politico [4/12/17]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
OH Podiatrist Joins Adena Bone & Joint Center
Adena Health System welcomes podiatrist Eric Storts, DPM to the Adena Bone and Joint Center. A Portsmouth native, Dr. Storts joins Adena coming from a private practice orthopedic group in Connecticut.
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Dr. Eric Storts |
Dr. Storts graduated from the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. He completed his residency at New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, where he focused on reconstructive foot and ankle surgery and limb salvage. Storts has authored several scholarly publications in academic journals and has lectured on topics related to foot and ankle surgery.
Source: The Jackson Counnty Times-Journal [4/12/17]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Cutting Podiatry Services Will Not Save Money - Canadian Podiatrist
Cutting podiatry services in Saskatchewan, Canada is projected to save the provincial coffers $1.2 million. Many patients requiring podiatry services are diabetics with chronic foot and ankle wounds, said Dr. Ata Stationwala, a Moose Jaw podiatrist and president of the Saskatchewan College of Podiatrists. “I don’t think there is a full understanding of what we do and the impact it’s going to have on the health and well-being of residents,” Stationwala said. Treating ulcers requires regular follow-ups, Stationwala said. “If they don’t heal or if they continue to get infected, that’s what leads to possible amputation of the limbs,” he said.
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He’s concerned that increased fees will deter people from getting the care they need and this inevitably mean more visits to emergency rooms for preventable foot and ankle complications. “Many of these patients will end up with lower limb amputations — amputations that could have been completely prevented if the services had been maintained,” Stationwala said. “What’s the cost to the system of one amputation?”
Source: Pamela Cowan, Regina Leader-Post [4/2/17]
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| APMA COMPONENT NEWS | |
AAPSM Presidential Tour Visits NYC
The American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine (AAPSM) President Amol Saxena, DPM met with Drs. Dominic Catanese and Eric Walters, and the residents of the Montefiore Hospital Residency program. Dr. Saxena was also able to meet with students from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine (NYCPM).
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(L-R in front center) Drs. Dominick Catanese, Amol Saxena, and Eric Walters |
Dr. Saxena’s “presidential tour” continues with student visits scheduled at the California School of Podiatric Medicine (CSPM), and at the Midwest Podiatry Conference where Dr. Saxena will meet with students from the Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine (SCPM).
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| INTERNATIONAL MEETING NEWS | |
Third Transatlantic Conference a Great Success
The Third Transatlantic Wound Science and Podiatric Medicine Conference, an annual conference put on by partners NYCPM and the National University of Ireland (NUI), Galway, was by all measures a successful and enjoyable conference. This year, 300 attendees from the U.S., Ireland, and Europe experienced two days packed with cutting-edge presentations, workshops, and panel discussions from early morning until evening.
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Drs. Michael Trepal and Caroline McIntosh at the 3rd Transatlantic Conference |
NYCPM’s VP for Academic Affairs and Academic Dean Michael J. Trepal, DPM, co-chaired the conference with Caroline McIntosh, PhD, MChs, Head of Podiatric Medicine, NUI Galway. NYCPM presenters included Eileen Chusid, PhD; Robert A. Eckles, DPM, MPH; Anthony R. Iorio, DPM, MPH; Susan Rice, DPM, as well as Dr. Trepal, who said “we look forward to the 4th Transatlantic Conference in March 2018, which will take place as part of Superbones East.”
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| FROM PM's CURRENT ISSUE | |
Twice 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 | |
7 Essential Elements for Your Practice Website - Part 3
3. Contact us and Hours of Operation: This page is pretty straightforward. You want to list your best phone number and email address, as well as hours of operation. A current trend is communication via texting. This is especially useful if you have millennials in your practice. You may also want to improve patient reach through social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram. If you have the resources to communicate, this can be a valuable marketing strategy.
Source: Michael Woo-Ming, MD, Physicians Practice [4/6/17]
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Missed First Appointments
I have a problem with patients missing their first appointments and wonder if it is acceptable to run a credit card to hold this first appointment so that it isn't missed without notice. Would this be an acceptable practice? Is there anyone else doing this? Are there any other ways to keep the new patient missed appointment from happening?
All my patients sign a waiver which allows me to bill them for their missed appointments, once they are an established patient, and this works well to keep the missed rate down.
Frank J. DiPalma, DPM, Athens, GA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
From: G. Dock Dockery, DPM
I have never seen the dilute 4% dehydrated alcohol version available commercially. It is usually supplied in the 98% version of ethanol and is listed as Dehydrated Alcohol for Injection, USP. I think it is still available online or through Moore Medical Supplies.
G. Dock Dockery, DPM, Seattle, WA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
From: Donald R Blum, DPM, JD
The responsibility for controlling one's medical cost rests with the patient (beneficiary). For medications I use on a regular basis (90-day prescriptions), I research the cost. My sources are the website for my prescription plan and GoodRx.com. When I ask my doctor for a refill, I have the pharmacy where I want the Rx to go and make the request. Additionally, I have the app for GoodRx.com on my phone just in case my doctor wants to give to me a new Rx so I can explore the "CASH" price prior to getting the prescription.
I also look up the cost of prescriptions. I am able to show the patient a cash price for that drug as well as the different prices at the different pharmacies in the area. The patient can then decide what pharmacy they want based on cost. I am a little surprised that the State of NY requires only ePrescribe; I thought that was related to CMS, not to the state.
Disclosure: I have no financial interest in goodrx.com. There are also many discount Rx services.
Donald R Blum, DPM, JD, Dallas, TX
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Worn by a high heeled hypnotist? |
Source: Lisa Brumbauer via Virtual Shoe Museum
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MEETING NOTICES
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2- ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY! – LOS ANGELES, CA
Home Foot Care, Inc. is looking for qualified podiatrists to visit home patients in the greater Los Angeles area: full/part time, independence, excellent compensation, dedicated support staff, electronic billing/medical records. email cv to: homefootcare@hotmail.com
ASSOCIATE FT/PT - NEW YORK (ROCKLAND/WESTCHESTER)
Join a renowned podiatrist/foot surgeon and team of successful doctors in high volume multi-specialty practice. Well-established, cutting-edge, modern facility with PinPointe laser, fluoroscope, diagnostic sonogram, Juvederm, ESWT, and in-house physical therapy. Comprehensive foot and Send CV and cover letter to: linchpindpm@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Very busy practice seeking a full-time, self-motivated and hard-working podiatry associate. Competitive salary offered. Please email CV to: podiatrists@icloud.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION-PHOENIX METRO, ARIZONA
Excellent growth potential for an energetic and highly motivated podiatrist who wishes to practice all aspects of podiatric medicine and surgery in a beautiful and well-equipped office environment. Established practice with offices in Phoenix-Scottsdale-Mesa, Arizona. Please contact: FootAnkleCare1@Gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TAMPA BAY
Seeking a well trained podiatrist. Well-established, dynamic multi-doctor practice in Tampa Bay. Sports medicine, surgery and general podiatry. No NH/HMO's. Excellent hospital privileges. C.V. to DPM77@tampabay.rr.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FREDERICK, MARYLAND
State-of-the-art group practice seeks a well-trained and personable podiatrist to join our group. Our practice has all of the bells and whistles you can imagine including scribes, EMR, Shoe store, DME and an in-office surgery center. Hospital emergency room call is required. Must be confident in trauma, ankle fractures and diabetic limb salvage. We offer a very competitive salary, bonus structure and excellent benefits package. Please forward your CV and letter of intent with headline: Podiatrist Seeking Great Job Opportunity. Mynewposition75@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ST LOUIS
Associate wanted for busy St. Louis Missouri practice. Broad surgical forefoot and rear foot practice located in the heart of St. Louis. We own our multi-specialty surgery center and do 80% of our work out of the surgery center. Hospital affiliations also. Looking for surgically trained PSR 24 and 36 residents. All staff members are ABPS certified. Board qualified residence welcome to apply. Contact Amey Drake at 314-966-0460. We are the Feet for Life Centers of St. Louis, MO Feetforlife.com. Send resumes to Amey Drake at 8637 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63124 mhorwitz@safetyfixmedical.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - MINNESOTA
Looking for podiatrists to see residents in nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities in Minnesota. Great opportunity for full-time or part-time income. Inquiries to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - S. E. PENNSYLVANIA
Seeking full-time associate for growing, multifaceted practice in SE Pennsylvania. Must be ABPS Qualified/Certified, motivated, personable, compassionate and dedicated. Competitive salary + bonus. Forward CV’s to podmedsurg@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – FLORIDA
Excellent opportunity for qualified candidate. Looking to add an accomplished, driven individual looking to grow personally and professionally with a successful and thriving practice. Ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience, but will consider new grad as well. Reply with letter describing your personal and professional goals with CV to podsuccess123@gmail.com
IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR DPM – MINNEAPOLIS/SAINT PAUL
On-Site Podiatry, Inc. is seeking a full-time doctor of podiatry to join our provider team to provide podiatric care to residents in senior care communities. Based in Minneapolis, MN, On-Site Podiatry is a division of On-Site Care, LLC. For over 25 years, On-Site Care has proudly been providing on-site specialty services to senior living communities throughout Minnesota. Competitive salary and a full benefits package is available, including health, retirement, disability, membership and association reimbursement, and travel reimbursement. Qualified candidates may apply here:
NURSING HOME PODIATRIST WANTED FOR TELEPHONE CONSULTATION
Earn $150 per hour just for giving your advice via telephone. Seeking experienced nursing home/assisted living podiatrist with knowledge of Medicare billing/coding/charting. Please email jaxclresponse@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NJ
Well established and fast growing housecall podiatry practice (www.homefootcareservices.com ) is looking for podiatrist to do house-calls for homebound patients in NJ. It will start out as part-time position and guaranteed to grow into a full time position within 1.5 year time frame. Email your resume to lraginsky@gmail.com.
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 1 - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE - CALIFORNIA: NORTHERN
Retiring. The practice comes with a ready patient base in an area of unlimited potential. Awesome locale with lakes, mountains and rivers in every direction. $230,000 buys the building and a well established practice. Seller will partially finance and stay as needed during transition. This is a great opportunity!! Email reddingpodiatry@sbcglobal.net
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NORTH PHOENIX/SCOTTSDALE/ PARADISE VALLEY, AZ
A well established, successful solo practice in a prestigious medical center. Office suite recently built. All aspects of podiatric medical care for adults and children. Excellent opportunity for referrals and continued practice expansion. Doctor willing to stay and help with transition. Call 602-740-1686 for details.
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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