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April 17, 2017 #5,906  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
Barry Students Participate in Maundy Thursday Tradition
In the Bible’s Book of John in the New Testament, Jesus washed his disciples’ feet. Many Christians see this as an act of humility and service. Dozens of students from Barry University’s podiatry department chose to spend Friday providing a service that’s not only expensive but necessary to Miami’s homeless community.
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“Being here, providing this service, this is absolutely what we want to do,” said Dr. Shanika Hill with Barry University. “We’re doing nail cutting, we’re doing callus trimmings, we’re doing evaluations of feet, vascular exams, neurological exams, muscular skeletal exams, just to kind of make sure that everybody’s feet are kind of up to par as they’re kind of traversing their day,” said Hill.
Source: Tiani Jones, CBS Miami [4/14/17]
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| PODIATRIC STUDENTS IN TE NEWS | |
DMU Student Receives Michael Stone Award
Dixon Xu was one of just nine graduating podiatric medical students awarded the 2017 Michael L. Stone Outstanding Professional Conduct Award during the recent American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons scientific meeting. Xu will graduate from Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery in May.
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Dixon Xu |
He recently published two first-author articles in Cancer Letters - “The role of IL-11 in immunity and cancer” and “Unveil the mysterious mask of cytokine-based immunotherapy for melanoma.”
Source: Cornell College [4/12/17]
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| PODIATRIC PRODUCTS IN THE NEWS | |
Hallux Joint Replacement Surgery Results in Faster Recovery: UT Podiatrist
An arthritic big toe joint is one of the most common foot problems that primarily affect women. “The pain associated with arthritic big toe joint is very severe,” says Ogden Clinic’s Dr. Jason Bruse. “The joint appears red, swollen, and may include a bump. Mobility decreases because walking is so painful. Women can no longer wear heeled shoes because even a slight bend or pressure application to the toe causes pain." Dr. Bruse performs Arthrosurface® joint replacements in Utah and educates doctors around the country about Arthrosurface® HemiCAP toe implants.
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Dr. Jason Bruse |
“There’s a huge difference between replacing the joint and fusing it,” says Dr. Bruse. Arthrosurface® joint replacement features an anatomically contoured plate and non-locking screws that preserve the toe’s full range of motion. Dr. Bruse adds, “We’re not waiting for bones to heal and repair so recovery is much less difficult with this surgery."
Source: KSL.com [4/12/17]
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| IN THE COURTS | |
Court Revives Infant Foot Surgery Suit Against NY Podiatrist
A New York appellate panel revived a malpractice suit against a Brooklyn podiatrist who allegedly caused an infant to experience constant pain after conducting a surgical procedure on her foot, saying it was unclear if the podiatrist had provided enough information beforehand on the surgery’s potential impact.
A four-judge panel for the New York Supreme Court Appellate Division’s Second Department on Wednesday said that a lower court was wrong to grant summary judgment to defendants Gary Saphire and Parkway Podiatry Group on plaintiff Michele Parrilla’s claim of podiatric malpractice and her allegation that she was not given sufficient information to properly consent to the surgery. The claims were brought on behalf of her infant child, Jessica, who was allegedly injured by a surgical procedure on her right foot that Michele Parrilla claimed was medically unnecessary.
Source: Sophia Morris, Law 360 [4/14/17]
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| PODIATRISTS AND THE LAW | |
MI Podiatrist Charged for Role in $13.9 Million Medicare Fraud Scheme
A Detroit podiatrist was charged in an indictment unsealed today for his alleged participation in a $13.9 million healthcare fraud scheme involving fraudulent claims for unnecessary foot surgeries and other podiatric services that were never rendered. Lawrence Young, DPM, of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, was charged with six counts of healthcare fraud in an indictment filed in the Eastern District of Michigan. Young was arrested this morning and made his initial appearance before U.S. Magistrate Judge Anthony P. Pattiof the Eastern District of Michigan.
According to the indictment, between January 2010 through 2016, Young falsely conveyed to his podiatry patients that they needed weekly or bi-weekly shots and minor surgeries to prevent hammertoes, which were allegedly medically unnecessary. As a result, these patients returned to his practice on a regular basis every month for shots and minor surgeries. Additionally, Young allegedly billed Medicare for other podiatry services, such as Unna boots, which were never given.
Source: U.S. Department of Justice [4/13/17]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
7 Essential Elements for Your Practice Website - Part 5
Trust Badges: These are badges on your website that use third-party associations to assure patients of your practice's credibility. Some examples are McAfee Secure and TRUSTe. At my practice, we make a point of subscribing to the Better Business Bureau and add a prominent link on the bottom of our website where a visitor can view our current rating. Any credible associations or certifications that you or your practice belong to should be properly displayed.
Source: Michael Woo-Ming, MD, Physicians Practice [4/6/17]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1A | |
From: Paul Kesselman, DPM
There is no simple solution to this and there are multiple factors here. On one hand, asking for a credit card deposit on the phone does set a bad tone, but with high deductibles and co-payments and tight schedules, last minute cancellations are also unfair to other patients who otherwise would have been able to obtain care sooner.
I agree that calling the patient the day before to confirm is far better than collecting a credit card "deposit" on the potential new patient. However, the reality is that tight schedules and last minute (24 hours is last minute) cancellations are unfair to...
Editor's note: Dr. Kesselman's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1B | |
From: Brian Kiel, DPM
I have a different perspective on this issue. Even though it can be aggravating to have no- shows, perhaps you are better without them in the first place. Those who do that frequently will be the ones who will not follow instructions for care, especially post-op or with wounds. I prefer not to have those patients in my practice. Also, another aspect is that we do slightly overbook on purpose and when there are no- shows, which happens every day, it leaves me a chance to "catch up."
Brian Kiel, DPM, Memphis, TN
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2- ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
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.
PODIATRIST WANTED - NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
Podiatrist needed for practice throughout Northern CA. Professionally managed practice in long term care facilities. Excellent income potential with discretionary time. Please send CV and interest letter to dwayne8543@gmail.com
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
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
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EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - CUTERA GENESISPLUS LASER
Great for warts, onychomycosis and can work for spider veins as well. Started using in Jan 2013. Low pulse count. Works great, no maintenance or mechanical issues. Paid $70,000 new. Asking $30,000 OBO. Delivery or pick-up in Chicagoland, Northern IN or Southern MI otherwise shipping may be extra. Contact jmsdpm@gmail.com or 219-395-4206.
PODIATRY PRACTICE FOR SALE - BRIDGEPORT, CONNECTICUT
Established and successful for 90 yrs!! Very busy with hospital affiliation and taking most insurance plans. Well priced with room to grow. A wonderful patient base and excellent office staff. Please Text (203) 522-8815 for more information. Feel free to ask any and all questions!!
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
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