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April 23, 2013 #4,749 Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD

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ND Podiatrist Recommends Prevention and Early Treatment for Diabetics

Podiatrist Dr. Eric Hart says, "If you are concerned that you might have a foot ulcer or if you have noticed other changes to your feet such as unexplained swelling, pain, or change in the shape of the foot, see a podiatrist or your primary care provider. Early treatment usually leads to a quicker recovery and also may avoid more serious problems such as a diabetic foot infection or amputation. Any wound that does not show signs of healing in a week or two should be evaluated right away."

Dr. Eric Hart

Even if diabetics have no foot issues, preventive steps should be taken. "People with diabetes should have their feet examined at least once a year. Your primary care provider or podiatrist can help to identify problems such as early signs of nerve damage, poor circulation or other problems."

Source: The Bismarck Tribune [4/21/13]

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Temple Marathon Volunteers to be Recognized at Hockey Game Tribute

Everywhere Boston’s professional sports teams travel, the cities they visit have been generous in their show of support to help cope with the recent tragedy. The Flyers, representing Philadelphia, will be trying their best for the cause when the Boston Bruins visit the Wells Fargo Center on Tuesday night.

Prior to the opening face-off, members of the Philadelphia Police and Fire departments will take part in a pre-game ceremony that includes a tribute video and performance of "God Bless America”. Throughout the game, there will be other tributes, including recognition of Temple Podiatry students who were on site at the Boston Marathon lending their services to those in need of medical assistance.

Source: Wayne Fish, Phillyburbs.com [4/22/13]

NY Podiatrist to be Honored at Knights of York Gala

The Knights of York are devoted to supporting organizations that provide special programs and services which improve the quality of life for children in need. Pursuing the motto “Every Knight for Their Tomorrow,” the Knights of York will host its 9th Annual Black Tie Gala and Auction, “A Knight at The Plaza”, on Friday evening, June 7, 2013 at The Plaza Hotel in NYC. Recipients of this year’s Lawrence Ferrara Children’s Advocate Award are two compassionate and caring people who have dedicated their lives to advocating for and supporting children in need, Dr. Kathy Reilly Fallon, Founder and Chairwoman, Heavenly Productions Foundation, and Mr. Bentley Meeker, President, Bentley Meeker Lighting & Staging, Inc.

Dr. Kathy Reilly Fallon

Dr. Kathy Reilly Fallon exemplifies the finest qualities in kindness and generosity for the Knights’ honor. In 2001, Dr. Fallon volunteered as a doctor at Ground Zero, where this life-altering experience inspired her to establish Heavenly Productions Foundation (HPF), a 501(c)(3) charitable organization whose mission is to help children in distress.

UK Podiatrist Removed for Falsifying Records and Selling Trust Items on eBay

Podiatrist Bruce Macdonald has been struck off the HCPC Register for falsely claiming completed training hours and for selling podiatry equipment belonging to NHS Sefton Primary Care Trust on eBay. A panel of the HCPC Conduct and Competence Committee heard that Bruce Macdonald enrolled at Edgehill University to complete a Clinical Examination course and admitted that he had not completed the required 30 hours of clinical practice stated on his submitted form, but had nevertheless filled in the form using a falsified signature and date. The Panel also heard that Macdonald was listed as the seller of the items on eBay. The Panel also heard that Macdonald admitted to selling thirty to forty items of Trust property on eBay for his own financial benefit.

Source:HCPC-UK.com via Podiatry Arena

Bret Ribotsky: How does the American Association of Women Podiatrists (AAWP) help young women podiatrists?

Dr. Kathleen Satterfield

Kathleen Satterfield: AAWP helps women podiatrists rise through the leadership ranks. Although about 50% of podiatry students are women, there is a much lower percentage of women in leadership positions, such as on state boards or in podiatry organizations. AAWP gives these women a chance to develop leadership skills.

(L-R) Drs. Glenn Gastwirth, Larry Harkless, John Mattiacci, and Jeffrey Jensen

 Meet the Masters is broadcast each Tuesday night at 9 PM (EST). This week's guests are key players in the residency crisis: APMA Executive Director Dr. Glenn Gastwirth and Deans Drs. Jeffrey Jensen (Barry), John Mattiacci (Temple) and Larry Harkless (Western). You can register for future events by clicking here

Query: Post-Op Hallux Varus

This 65 year old Caucasian female had an orthopedic surgeon correct her left bunion in Nov. 2011 via a closing base wedge. The hardware was removed because the screws became loose and the heads of the screws were causing shoe pressure pain. The surgical correction left her with a hallux varus.

Post-op Hallux Varus

She presented with a pain-free 1st MPJ. Her biggest complaint was that "the toe was ugly and she had difficulty fitting in shoes.” Her PMH is unremarkable. She is very active. Suggestions as to the correction of the hallux varus would be appreciated. Since the joint is pain-free, is it necessary to correct this condition primarily for cosmesis?

Kel Sherkin, DPM, Toronto, Canada

Query: Learning About Obamacare 

RE: Accommodating Disabled Patients (Name Withheld, NJ)
From: Stephen Musser, DPM

Check with an attorney. Although there are some exemptions, you will more than likely have to bring your building up to ADA standards.
 
Stephen Musser, DPM, Cleveland, OH, ly2drmusser@gmail.com

RE: Parts for Whitehall Whirlpools (George Jacobson, DPM)
From: Joel Feder, DPM, Avi Kornbluth

RE:  Podiatry's Secret Problem (Steven Moskowitz, DPM)
From: David L. Kahan, DPM

Amen! To Dr. Moskowitz. We have all been faced with the "new" patient to our office who just needs nails trimmed, has no class findings, etc. When you explain to the patient that this is not covered by Medicare or a secondary insurance, the usual reply is "well, my last podiatrist billed Medicare and they paid." They usually leave the office in search of that "other" podiatrist who will bill Medicare fraudulently. 

Folks, we're talking about $43 for being stupid. Is it worth it?  Remember, it is because of "you" that Medicare and many other insurance companies flag podiatry or require prior authorizations from the UM departments for every little procedure we do. On the flip side of that coin, why can't we turn patients in for fraud also? 

David L. Kahan, DPM, Sacramento, CA, Dkahan1@comcast.net

RE: Competency of APMA Leadership (Tip Sullivan, DPM)
From: Steven J. Kaniadakis, DPM

I say that the problems of leadership are not the mere focus of the top side of leadership. The bottom side of leadership (no pun intended) must be examined as well. The records show that states (like the one Tip Sullivan, DPM, Jackson, MS practices in) should have kept the one-year post-graduate and "preceptorship" program pathways viable.

Even when these states still carry over this pathway, the states' licensed podiatrist leaderships are insisting that all new DPMs must have a residency, and they are also increasing the number of years of residency training required. There are many DPMs in practice with one year post-graduate training programs. Alaska appears to now have a one year "surgical" residency requirement. MT and WY, I think, still have one-year, post-graduate program requirements.

Steven J. Kaniadakis, DPM, St. Petersburg, FL, stevenkdpm@yahoo.com

RE: 104 Applicants Not Matched for Residency Positions
From: Paul Scherer, DPM

Okay, I read it all. So, where does the buck stop or is that concept foreign to podiatry?

Paul Scherer, DPM, San Francisco, CA, paulscherer18@gmail.com

PODIATRIC MERGERS - CHICAGO AREA

Weil Foot Ankle & Orthopedic Institute is expanding their presence in the Chicago metropolitan area. We are interested in discussing merger with current  podiatric practitioners in Chicago and surrounding area. Practices that have a minimum of 5 to 25 years of activity are welcome to meet with us and visit our rapidly expanding practice that currently numbers 18 DPMs, a neurologist, a rheumatologist, an orthopedic surgeon, and a primary care sports medicine physician. For more information contact: info@weil4feet.com  or call Stephanie Spiegel, COO at 847-390-7666.

ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTHWEST IOWA

A well-established, Midwest multi-physician practice with strong hospital affiliations seeking FT podiatrist. Applicant should be well trained surgical physician, completed a 12/24 month residency, & board eligible. Practice offers high surgical volume, advanced wound care and good mix of general podiatry. Competitive salary, excellent benefits. Fax resume: 712-258-9977.

POSITION AVAILABLE - CENTRAL FLORIDA

Two doctor practice looking for an associate to take retiring doctor's position with partnership opportunity for the right person.  Competitive salary, health insurance and incentives. Two offices serving a diverse number of routine, surgical and wound care patients. Two years surgical residency training and FL license required. If interested in this great opportunity please e-mail CV, surgical log and references to toesrus7@yahoo.com.

ASSOCIATE POSITION DETROIT SUBURBS

Multi-location practice seeks individual with excellent surgical training.  Practice is well established for over 30 years.  EMR’s available, ultrasound, Doppler & circulation testing, digital x-ray.  Buy in opportunity as owner plans on retiring in 2016 or sooner.  Please send cover letter with CV to footlaw@hotmail.com

PODIATRIST NEEDED - VAN NUYS, CA
 
Looking for reliable, honest and motivated podiatrist to assist with house calls to patients home residence and various health facilities.  Candidate must be willing to drive throughout the San Fernando Valley and the greater Los Angeles areas. Flexible schedule. If interested, please email resume to homefootcare@hotmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Requiring full-time podiatrist (PSR-24 or greater) in established Practice situated in a foothill community of Southern California. There is an existing patient base and a strong support team. Compensation is performance based with practically an unlimited earning capability. A possible buy-in is negotiable. Send resume to office@uplandpodiatry.com, titled "podiatrist."

SEEKING FULL OR PART-TIME PODIATRIST - NEW JERSEY

An outstanding practice opportunity! We are searching for a dedicated and caring full time or part-time podiatrist to join our growing endocrinology practice that is devoted to quality patient care and conveniently located in Englewood, NJ. The office is less than ten miles from Manhattan. Competitive salary and benefits package offered. For further details, please call Victoria at (917)655-9009 or email resume to cvsschwartz@aol.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - UPSTATE NY

Busy multi-specialty practice of PCPs, general surgeons, OB-GYN, podiatric surgeons looking for a full-time podiatric associate in  Upstate NY, Binghamton, Finger Lake Region. Great Benefits, opportunity for partnership. Must be highly motivated, personable and be Board qualified/eligible. Our podiatrists have over 100 years combined experience. Please send CV to associateinfoot@yahoo.com or fax 607-723-1567.

ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTH CENTRAL, NJ

Well established busy solo physician seeking a well trained podiatrist (PMS 36) to join our growing practice. Bilingual English Spanish a big +. Competitive salary/benefits package. Send CV to email: njpod2013-1@yahoo.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION – CENTRAL VIRGINIA

Two office practice, well established, modern offices. ED trauma call, good mix of medicine and surgery. Excellent compensation package. Please email letter of intent and CV to jdisabato@vfasa.com

TWO FOR TEXAS

Desiring to grow our group of successful medical and surgical professionals.  We are seeking an exceptional Podiatric Physician and Surgeon with great interest and talent to serve as 1) Our Diabetic Foot Care Team Leader or 2) Our Sports Medicine Team Leader.  Send CV, letter of interest, and current picture to:  greatdoctors1@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - PUERTO RICO

Looking for a well motivated surgically trained podiatrist for a 20 years old hospital based multi office practice . Candidate must be personable, ambitious, and knowledge of SPANISH language a must. Hospital surgical privileges available with heavy load of High Risk Diabetic Foot patients. This position leads to PARTNERSHIP, and eventually ownership. Offices located near San Juan Metro area near Beaches, great schools, and major shopping malls. Please send CV to medicopodiatra@aol.com.

ASSOCIATE POSITION - MARYLAND, DC, PA

A podiatrist is needed for the Baltimore, Washington, Pennsylvania area. Partner for the corporation. Surgery center, emergency room call and a hospital location. All areas of podiatry. Established practice. Salary and commission. Fax resume 410-857-4227 or email at butler@qis.net

FT OR PT ASSOCIATE - SOUTH JERSEY

Great opportunity for FT or PT associate starting July 2013 in established practice in South Jersey. EMR, FDA-approved Lasers for fungus. Will work with Board Certified/Qualified podiatrist. Must have New Jersey License. Diverse practice in a nice area with a pleasant environment. e-mail CV at hhfootdoctor@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW JERSEY

Immediate opening for a full time podiatrist in a rapidly expanding multi-office practice in central New Jersey. Well established referral base with full admitting hospital privileges. Compensation is performance based with patients scheduled from day 1. Wonderful working conditions. Applicant must have at least PSR-24 surgical training. Valid NJ license and Medicare number is required. Applicant should also be familiar and competent in podiatric surgery, biomechanics, trauma, PRP, wound care, and ultrasound diagnostics. Participating insurance #'s a plus. Please fax resume to: (609) 259-6637

ASSOCIATE POSITION - SUBURBAN WASHINGTON

Busy 4 office practice in suburban Washington, DC seeing highly motivated individual for full time associate position leading to partnership. Minimum PSR 24. Competitive salary and benefits.  Respond to mlmltm@aol.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION- HUDSON VALLEY REGION, NY

Hudson Valley Foot Associates has a great opportunity available!  We’re a high-volume, diversified, multi-office group practice utilizing state-of-the-art modalities. Great growth for a personable and motivated DPM.  Please visit www.hvfa.com and forward cover letter with CV to info@hvfa.com.

ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTH CAROLINA

South Carolina's largest provider of foot care is a multi-doctor, multi-location practice currently seeking a highly skilled, personable, and hardworking physician to join our TEAM. South Carolina License is necessary. Above average salary and benefits. Please send Letter of Interest and CV to scdpmjobs@gmail.com.

ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA COAST

Wanting full-time podiatrist (PSR-24 or greater) in 30+ year established practice situated in coastal community just south of Los Angeles.  Building out a new office near hospital. Compensation is performance based with practically an unlimited earning capability. A possible buy-in is negotiable. Looking for someone to take over practice in the future.  Excellent opportunity for young ambitious doctor.  Send resume to asbf@pacbell.net, titled, "Podiatrist".

ASSOCIATE POSITION - WASHINGTON, DC/ MD SUBURBS

Prominent, established two office practice seeking well rounded, personable, ethical individual with sharp medical and surgical skills. Must be 24/36 month trained, ABPS qualified or certified. Partnership opportunity with ownership potential. Competitive salary with benefits package. Please send CV to ponyrunner66@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTH TEXAS

Associate position available. Located 50 miles from Dallas. All phases of Podiatric care with no ER call. PSR 24 required. Hospital privileges & strong referral base. Practice has EMR, digital X-ray & on site vascular testing. Very competitive salary and benefits. Please send CV to Footdoc3143@gmail.com

SPACE AVAILABLE - NYC & LI

Office to sublet and share - East 60th Manhattan, and Plainview, Long Island. access to an MRI, Joint Commission certified operating rooms, digital x-ray, diagnostic ultrasound, and access to a multi-specialty ambulatory surgical center. Also availability E 22nd between 2nd and 3rd and E 70th off 3rd. Turn-key operation - no investment needed PODO2345@AOL.COM 516-476-1815

PRECEPTOR WANTED - CHICAGO

Preceptorship at a State Licensed and accredited Surgical Center in Chicago. Over 2,500 cases annually in podiatry. orthopedics, general surgery, pain management and neurosurgery. Preceptor will be involved in assisting surgeons and scrubbing into cases. Rotations in anesthesiology and 2 months in internal medicine at local teaching hospital. Salary of $ 52,000, plus health benefits and vacation. Housing provided. Do NOT send transcripts or Board scores. Preference will be given to 2013 graduates of the College of Podiatric Medicine. in Chicago.  Send letter of request to: Advanced Ambulatory Surgical Center, Inc. 2333 North Harlem Ave. Chicago, IL 60707. Attn: Dr. Hrywnak.

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - PADNET AND MIDMARK 417 PODIATRY CHAIR

Both in excellent condition. Asking $8,000 for PADNET and $3,000 for chair. Inquire (516) 922-0502 or bombbustr7@aol.com

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - FOX YAG LASER

Mint condition, still under warranty. Unit is portable & includes all the accessories. $14,500.00. Call 727 586-3668 or 727-321-310.

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - BIOMEDIX PADNET SYSTEM
 
PADnet is clinically valuable, provides fair financial return with medically appropriate testing and seamlessly integrates with the complete suite of BioMedix® products and services. One year old. In Excellent condition. Buyer pays for shipping. Please contact Rhonda Daggs at info@footanklecenters.com

PRACTICE FOR SALE - VIRGINIA

62 years consecutive private podiatry practice, excellent referral base, busy, modern equipment; X-Cel Xray machine, digital Tigerview scanner, Traknet EMR, and 3 new Midmark chairs for the doctor and patient. Virginia license is required. Please contact Dr. Fine at drmichaelfine@aol.comor 703-582-5999.

PRACTICE FOR SALE - BROOKLYN, NY

28 year old practice in a desirable part of Brooklyn. EHR certified with stage 1 criteria successfully met. Practice has room to grow. Good mix of Medicare hazardous foot care; surgery and wounds. Low overhead. Priced to sell. Email Inquires to brooklynpracticeforsale@gmail.com.

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