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April 26, 2024 #7740  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS AND RESEARCH | |
CA Podiatrist Receives $500K PhRMA Foundation Award for Research
The PhRMA Foundation has awarded $500,000 grants to David G. Armstrong, DPM, MD, PhD, of the University of Southern California and Nino Isakadze, MD, MHS, of Johns Hopkins University to conduct research using digital health technologies (DHTs) to improve health equity and health outcomes for patients.
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Dr. David Armstrong |
Drs. Armstrong and Isakadze were selected out of 7 researchers awarded $25,000 planning grants in 2023 by the Foundation to develop comprehensive research proposals to study the use of DHTs for advancing patient health, especially in underserved populations. Armstrong’s team seeks to improve patient outcomes with a new smart boot design that allows for remote monitoring of patient activity and adherence to the treatment.
Source: PhRMA Foundation [4/25/24]
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| STATE PODIATRY NEWS | |
2 GA Podiatrists Re-Appointed to State Board of Podiatry Examiners
Recently Governor Brian P. Kemp announced the re-appointment of Joseph Giovinco, DPM and Leonard LaRussa, DPM to the State Board of Podiatry Examiners. Dr. Giovinco received his podiatric medical degree from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and completed his residency at Baptist Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY.
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(L-R) Drs. Joseph Giovinco and Leonard LaRussa |
Dr. LaRussa received his podiatric medical degree from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and completed his residency at the University at Pennsylvania School of Medicine.
Source: Valdosta Today [4/25/24]
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| PODIATRISTS AND YOGA | |
TX and CA Podiatrists Discuss the Benefits of Toe Yoga
Toe yoga refers to various stretches and exercises that are designed to strengthen, stretch, and improve the flexibility of your toes, feet, and the muscles around them, Nam Tran, DPM, podiatrist and foot surgeon at Dallas Direct Podiatry in Dallas, Texas, told Verywell. This form of yoga also consists of stretching routines that enhance foot strength and the circulation to your feet. Dr. Tran said that toe yoga is “used to promote overall foot health and wellness” through movements like raising the toes or just the big toe, curling or scrunching the toes, and heel raises.
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(L-R) Drs. Nam Tran and Elizabeth Reilly |
Toe yoga emphasizes the intrinsic muscles of the foot, which are very small muscles that begin and end in the foot, Elizabeth Reilly, DPM, a podiatrist at Stanford Medicine and a clinical assistant professor of orthopedic surgery at Stanford University, told Verywell. According to Drs. Tran and Reilly, performing toe yoga exercises and stretches can potentially help with foot strength, flexibility, and posture, as well as preventing common foot problems.
Source: Alyssa Hui, Verywell Health [4/25/24]
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| MEDICARE ADVANTAGE IN THE NEWS | |
Humana Plans to Leave Some Medicare Advantage Markets in 2025
Humana expects to exit Medicare Advantage (MA) markets in 2025, company executives told investors. The company reported its first quarter earnings April 24. Humana posted $741 million in net income in the first quarter of 2024, beating investor expectations, but pulled its 2025 earnings guidance.
On an April 24 call with investors, Humana executives said it will look to pull back benefits and exit some markets, as CMS continues phasing in risk adjustment changes. CMS published its final MA rate notice for 2025 earlier this month. The agency slightly cut benchmark payments and continued phasing in coding changes. Humana previously said the agency's rates were lower than its expectations. Other payers have signaled they will likely cut benefits to accommodate the rate notice.
Source: Rylee Wilson, Becker's Payer Issues [4/25/24] via Dr. Paul Kesselman
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
10 Suggestions to be an On-time Physician
Many of these ideas can easily be implemented in any office, with minimal or no expenses and without adding additional staff.
4. Avoid interruptions. There should be no interruptions when doctors are involved in patient care. I suggest creating a written policy of exceptions to this rule. Acceptable interruptions include calls from the emergency room, the intensive care unit, or the operating\recovery room. I suggest not taking calls from your stockbroker, insurance agent, spouse, or children.
Each physician must decide if you will take calls from a colleague or from referring physicians. I recommend that your receptionist tell the doctor who is calling you that you are with a patient, and you will interrupt them if it is an emergency. Otherwise, the doctor will return the call when he is between patients. Most doctors calling to speak to a colleague will accept this response and will not request that you be interrupted.
Source: Neil Baum, MD, Physicians Practice [4/19/24]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (EMR) | |
From: Lawrence Kosova, DPM
The question you are asking is an excellent one and will be answered by the end users/doctors.
Just so you know, I have beta tested 5 products in the AI scribe world and I am on the medical advisory board for HeidiHealth. This is a free AI scribe with multispecialty language models including podiatry, so you can get your SOAP and H&P notes done efficiently. All the EMR companies I have talked with, including the large players like Epic and Athena, are beta testing solutions now.
These will be profit centers for the EMR companies. So whatever product you are currently using, you should be asking what EMR companies are they currently in discussions with for integration and what are their projected timelines? I am perfectly happy right now being about 98% finished with my chart note when I walk out of the patient room. I then spend a few minutes to review the chart note and...
Editor's note: Dr. Kosova's extended-length can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON--CLINICAL) PART 1A | |
From: Jeff Root
Dr. Trantalis knows what many other successful podiatrists know. That is, biomechanics is a key component of having a clinically and financially successful practice. Dr. Trantalis states that the challenge is to educate the public to see a podiatrist knowledgeable in biomechanics to treat foot related pathology that manifests in other parts of the body, specifically in the lower back.
Ironically, a retail arch support company advertises heavily about the benefit of using shoe inserts to treat foot, knee, hip, and back pain. While this does increase public awareness about the potential cause and treatment of lower back pain, it's unfortunate that these "patients" are not being directed to podiatrists who, with knowledge of biomechanics, would be better suited to treat these foot-related conditions and other related or unrelated medical conditions.
Jeff Root, President, KevinRoot Medical
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON--CLINICAL) PART 1B | |
From: Howard Bonenberger, DPM
Regarding biomechanics, its less training in podiatry school, and its absence in today's practice: Years ago, I happened upon a live lecture by Dr. Howard Dannenberg on functional hallux limitus (FHL). It was eye-opening and led to an awareness of how this common joint dysfunction contributes to pathology all the way up the kinetic chain.
With a simple, proper Rx orthotic modification, I had patients who found relief from their TMJ syndrome. I emphasized that, while I was not treating the TMJ, I was not surprised. There is a lot of compensatory lower extremity pathology caused by FHL. If you are uninformed about FHL, please do your patients a favor and watch some of Dr. Dannenberg's videos. It may be a "light bulb" moment for you.
Howard Bonenberger, DPM (Retired)
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| RESPONSES COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
From: Joe Agostinelli, DPM
I have read with interest on the topic “Future of Podiatry“ and have to say I totally agree with Dr. Jacobs. Today, I read Dr. Saxena’s comment on this subject and have to say I am also impressed with what he has to say. His thesis for his post-graduate work and his podcast bring new concepts that I haven’t thought about before, especially on the length of time in obtaining medical degrees and subsequent residency training time. The lack of enough primary care doctors has resulted in many non-physician providers of care such as PAs and nurse practitioners, who by the way, provide comprehensive primary care and offer many services that doctors with more training time do.
In my military career, I can say I had some of the most complete and thorough annual physical examinations by PAs and flight medicine primary care providers. For military retirees, PAs, and nurse practitioners are vital in providing primary care services due to the military readiness and high operational tempos with the various world situations. Readers of this thread need to investigate Dr. Saxena’s podcast/thesis. You may change your present thinking on this subject. We have to be thinking “out of the box” on the subject of the future of podiatry, and this would be a good place to start thinking that way. I applaud Drs. Jacobs and Saxena for addressing this subject so thoughtfully and proactively!
Joe Agostinelli, DPM, Niceville, FL
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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Will you ever look at your sneakers quite the same way again? |
Source: Submitted by Dr. David Alper
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ASSOCIATE POSITION – NYC SUBURBS
Immediate full time & part time positions available for highly motivated, personable individuals. Multi-office practice located fifteen to thirty minutes north of NYC. All aspects of podiatric care including general podiatry, surgery, wound care, & orthopedics. Opportunity for future partnership. Salary + benefits. Send resume to dr4hire88@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LONG ISLAND AND QUEENS
AFC seek a full time podiatrist for its upscale 8-location LI/Queens practice. Excellent work environment. Newly renovated modern offices with excellent company culture and the latest technology and billing software. Preferably surgically trained. Must be motivated with great work ethic. Competitive Compensation with significant upside. Visit www.AdvancedFootCare.com and email kristenb@advancedfootcare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL NEW YORK
Bassett Healthcare Network, a progressive, academic health system in central New York, major teaching affiliate of Columbia University, is seeking a Podiatric Surgeon to join our staff. Bassett Healthcare Network is an integrated healthcare system that provides care and service to people living in an eight county region covering 5,600 square miles in Central New York.• Rotational On-Call expectations will be required • 180 Bed Primary Hospital with Level III Trauma Center • Instant Referral Base provided by over 300 Primary Care Clinicians • Salary Range: $248,712 - $360,934. For confidential consideration, please contact: Ashley Camarata, Medical Staff Recruiter 607-547-6982 or ashley.camarata@bassett.org
ASSOCIATE POSITION - GREENVILLE, SC
Busy two-office practice with three doctors in Greenville SC seeking a full-time podiatry associate. Start date immediately. All aspects of podiatric surgery, medicine and biomechanics. Benefits include 401 K, malpractice, health and dental insurance, CME, short and long-term disability. PTO. (All other standard benefits) Please send cover letter with CV to podiatryresumes@upstatefootdocs.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL FLORIDA
Looking for a highly motivated and skilled foot and ankle surgeon. Different types of foot, ankle and leg pathology. Varying ages. Full & part time podiatrist position needed. Latest computer system, digital X-ray, digital fluoroscopy, ultrasound and vascular Doppler. Very generous pay, yearly raises, healthcare, dental, vacations and holidays. Top public schools in Florida. 10 minutes from Cocoa Beach, 30 to Orlando airport, 45 to Disney World and Universal Studios. brevardfootandankle@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – SOUTH CAROLINA
KG Health Partners is seeking full-time and part-time podiatrists to provide mobile lower extremity care to long-term care residents in these territories: Greenville/Spartanburg, South Carolina; and Charleston, South Carolina. Monday through Friday schedule, competitive wages, malpractice insurance, and benefits for full-time employees. Email CV to Kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Very busy, well-established, group practice is seeking to add a full time associate. Candidate must be very hard working and ethical with good surgical training and having completed a minimum of 24 month residency. Applicant must be at least board qualified. Competitive salary and benefits. E-mail CV to llfootankle@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTH JERSEY
Seeking a dedicated podiatrist for a full time position in South Jersey. Practice sees all aspects of podiatry including foot and ankle surgeries. Offering six figure salary with bonus, 401K, malpractice, CME & PTO. Applicants must be dedicated, sincere and willing to grow with the practice. If interested, please email your resume to footd491@gmail.com
FULL TIME PODIATRIST - PHOENIX ARIZONA
Established Podiatry practice in the greater Phoenix area with multiple locations and Doctors. We are currently looking for a full-time motivated and caring Doctor to join our busy practice. Great prospect for experienced Doctors as well as new Associates. Please submit your CV to: Manager@arcadiafootandankle.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – BROOKLYN/QUEENS, NY
Busy practice in Brooklyn and Queens area is looking to hire a full time podiatrist with EXCELLENT compensation with growth potential. Must be motivated, hard working and caring. Send CV to Footcareemployment@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MULTIPLE POSITIONS AVAILABLE
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST – ATLANTA, GEORGIA
Ankle & Foot Centers of America invites a Board Qualified/Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon to join our dynamic team in a bustling North-Atlanta suburb. This is an excellent opportunity for both newly graduated and experienced podiatrists. Step into a role with an immediate, substantial patient base due to a retiring physician. We pride ourselves on a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, and ample opportunities for professional development. Be part of a practice that values excellence in patient care and team collaboration. Interested candidates, please forward your CV to JoinUs@ankleandfootcenters.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PORTLAND, MAINE
Portland Foot & Ankle - Growing practice with four doctors seeking a 5th full-time podiatry associate, with the goal of becoming equal partner. Start date summer. Require foot/ankle board qualification/certification. Benefits include 401K, malpractice, health insurance, CME. Send CV to mainepodiatry@gmail.com
PODIATRIST NEEDED - EL PASO, TX
Four well-established offices, very busy practice, getting ready to open a 5th office, looking for an associate who is caring, motivated, hardworking, easy to work with and personable. CULTURE AND COMMUNITY El Paso is located at the western tip of Texas, where Texas, New Mexico and Old Mexico meet. It is the largest international metroplex in the world and seamlessly blends cultures and traditions. Well known for its outstanding weather and great outdoor activity. Bilingual, Spanish speaking a plus! Please email to buffdlr1@gmail.com
FULL-TIME PODIATRIST - DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA
Join a Dynamic multi-specialty 6 location group with cutting-edge equipment, storefront presence, physical therapy. Competitive starting salary of $150k, with the potential to easily earn up $200k with bonus. Send CV to Cnunez1940@gmail.com (Texasfootdoctor.org)
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MASSACHUSETTS
We are seeking a full-time associate, ABFAS BQ/BC, to join our well-established group practice with a strong reputation. Our practice is deeply integrated within our hospital system and medical community, and we engage in both inpatient and outpatient care. We have an excellent referral network with high influx of new patients, thus expediting ABFAS certification. We handle wide range of elective surgeries and manage diabetic foot infection/limb salvage. Despite our strong integration within our hospital system, we maintain autonomy, ensuring a positive work-life balance. We offer excellent compensation/benefits package. Outstanding opportunity for qualified candidate. Email CV: footdocsma@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - NASHVILLE, TN
Rapidly growing multi-location practice looking for 2 new associates near Nashville, TN. Looking for partnership-minded individuals to start July/August 2024-January 2025. Competent in hospital care, full-scope podiatric surgery, and business-minded. Looking for hard-working team players. Multiple office-based revenue streams available. Aggressive pay structure with intensive practice management. Relocation stipend, health insurance, and 401k available once vetted. Encourage recent and senior residents to apply. sodom@gfacenter.com
FULL TIME AND PART TIME PODIATRIST - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, ARIZONA
Los Angeles County, San Diego County and Arizona. Leading mobile podiatry practice in California. The most competitive compensation due to our large network of doctors and low overhead. Unique opportunity with a flexible environment and support of a well-established healthcare team. Support of full office staff and AI tech. Great for new graduates, those with families or wanting to increase their revenue. Email info@anywherefootandanklecare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Foot & Ankle Specialists of New Mexico has an immediate and exciting opportunity for a full-time, board qualified or board-certified foot and ankle surgeon for a busy, full spectrum podiatric office. Nestled in the heart of New Mexico, Albuquerque and its surrounding areas, offer an array of beautiful mountains and scenery that is perfect for outdoor activities and raising a family. Surgical opportunities and privileges available at all major hospitals, as well as mandatory office and hospital call rotations that require experience in foot and ankle trauma. Competitive salary, bonus structure, and moving stipend. Interested candidates can email ACharlie@footanklenm.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ALABAMA, LOUISIANA, TENNESSEE, MISSISSIPPI OR FLORIDA
Aria Care Partners is seeking Mobile Podiatrists to work 1-2 days/week in skilled nursing facilities. You will have autonomy and focus on clinical care while we take care of all scheduling and billing. Guaranteed daily base rate plus competitive compensation. Electronic charting and all equipment provided. Make a true difference in an under-served population. New graduates or experienced practitioners are welcome! Email CV to: kcampbell@aria.care.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MANHATTAN
Gotham Footcare, a leading and reputable multi-location private practice seeks a skilled podiatrist with 1+ year private practice experience in surgery and communication. Drive growth with up to $250k first-year compensation. Enjoy perks like paid vacation and a 401(k) plan. Grow with us in the heart of Manhattan! Inquiries: send resume to ana@gothamfootcare.com
MOBILE PODIATRIST NEEDED - SAN DIEGO
Well-established and fast growing House-call podiatry practice (www.barefeet-podiatry.com) is looking for podiatrists to see patients in their homes, assisted living facilities, & skilled nursing facilities. We offer a flexible schedule (Part-Time/Full-time), excellent monthly compensation, and dedicated support staff. Immediate open position. Also July 2024 graduates are welcome. Please email CV to: barefeetpodiatry1@gmail.com
WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP - NEW YORK
CPME APPROVED 12 month fellowship beginning July 1st, 2024. Hospital and clinic environment, with onsite hyperbaric medicine. Working with infectious disease, as well as, general, vascular, and podiatric surgeons. Must have completed a PMSR residency. The wound care fellowship position pays a 6 figure salary for the year, 4 weeks of paid vacation, personal days and paid health benefits. Please contact or jtfootcare@gmail.com. EOE employer.
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MEDICAL CONDO FOR SALE OR LEASE - MIDTOWN MANHATTAN
Built-out for podiatry. Three treatment rooms, x-ray room, ample front office space. Located in prestigious medical building on Madison Ave. & 33rd St. Great public transportation. Doorman 24/7. Furniture and equipment negotiable. Turnkey opportunity. Call Jon Stravitz @ 212-252-8799.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - FT MYERS/CAPE CORAL FL
Well established turn-key practice with full schedule, digital x-ray, seasoned staff, and more. Lease term flexible. Buyer must bring insurance contracts. Great opportunity for regional group looking to expand. Grossed $420K in 2023. Asking $150K. Email inquiries to podmanda@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTH FLORIDA
Established practice located in South Florida. Specializing in sports medicine, wound care, vascular medicine and laser. Pediatric to mature adults. Modern office with EMR, Digital X-Ray, and Laser. Great potential for growth. Located near multiple hospitals and outpatient surgical centers. Doctor is retiring and willing to stay for transition. epena@murphybusiness.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - STATE COLLEGE, PA
Turn-key 30 year old established practice with loyal, compliant, educated patient base. Located in university town with great school system. Retiring physician willing to transition and finance. Grossing seven figures prior to Covid. Great opportunity for enterprising physician. Please no brokers. Nvafc@md-officesolutions.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - FT MYERS/CAPE CORAL FL
Well established turn-key practice with full schedule, digital x ray, seasoned staff, and more. Buyer will need insurance contracts. Great opportunity for regional group looking to expand. Grossed $320K in 2023. Asking $125K. Email inquiries to podmanda@gmail.com
ACTIVE PRACTICE FOR SALE (UPPER MANHATTAN)
Own a profitable and well-established 30-year-old podiatry practice in Upper Manhattan with a robust patient base and modern amenities including three treatment rooms, digital X-ray and EMR. Perfect for new or established practitioners who are looking for unparalleled potential for growth. Asking 175k. Michael.dave1957@gmail.com
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE: FULLY EQUIPPED 3 ROOM OFFICE
Includes #2 MTI Model #527-115 power chairs, PDM J chair, Ritter 335 surgical light, X-Cel P-700 m/AC x-ray, front office supplies, podiatry hand equipment trays, Tigerview x-ray scanning system, Shimadzu ultrasound, and more. Asking $15K-offer. Contact jknecht522@aol.com
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