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May 01, 2012 #4,450 Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD

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Des Moines Student Wins Drake Relays Half Marathon

Spectators watching the Drake Relays half marathon races Saturday morning were asking the same question. Just who was that masked man winning the race? Chris Bourke crossed the finish line and pulled a red and white hood off his head to reveal himself as the winner. Bourke, a Des Moines University podiatry student, earned the win in 1 hour, 10 minutes, 30 seconds. 

Chris Bourke

Bourke ran the 13.1-mile race in a full body suit patterned after the American flag. He said he ran about 4 miles with the hood over his face. “I’ve wanted to run for the USA,” said Bourke, a former University of Delaware runner who is from the Philadelphia area. “The problem was the mask. It was steaming up and I had to keep taking it off (my head). This is not the best material to see through.”

Source: Lance Bergeson, Des Moines Register [4/28/12]

WV Podiatrist Runs for County Board of Education

The 2012 West Virginia primary election is Tuesday, May 8. Dr. Gregory D. Borowski, 46, is a candidate for the Cabell County Board of Education. He was elected in both 2002 and 2006 to the Board of Education and served as vice-president of the BOE both terms. 

Dr. Gregory Borowski

Borowski is a 1991 graduate of the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine. He completed a one year residency in primary podiatric medicine in Cleveland. He is past president of the Barboursville Lion's Club.

Source: The Herald-Dispatch [4/29/12]

NY Podiatrist Maintains 218 Pound Weight Loss by Avoiding Temptation

Dr. Howard Dinowitz has learned to conquer temptations using a smart interference plan. When he comes eye to eye with a tasty goodie that pleads, “Eat me!” Howard thinks about how long it would take to chew it, taste it, and finish it. Then, he forces himself to wait that same amount of time to evaluate whether the treat is worth the calories. 

Dr. Howard Dinowitz (Before and After)

Realizing that the sweet thrill would have long been over by that point makes it easier for him to say, “Forget about it!” instead of giving in. Howard says once you get the hang of this psychological technique, it becomes a great way to nip impulse eating in the bud. In fact, this very strategy helped Howard lose 218 pounds — and keep them off for good.

Source: Joy Bauer, The Joy Fit Club

ADA & EASD Issue New Hyperglycemia Management Guidelines

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) and the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) have issued a joint position statement emphasizing patient-specific treatment of hyperglycemia in persons with type-2 diabetes. Key recommendations in the new ADA/EASD statement include the following:

• Glycemic targets and treatments to lower glucose must be individualized according to specific patient characteristics.
• The mainstay of any type-2 diabetes treatment program is still diet, exercise, and education.
• Metformin is the preferred first-line drug, in the absence of contraindications.
• Whenever possible, patients should participate in all treatment decisions, focusing on their preferences, needs, and values.

Source: Diabetes in Control [4/26/12]

Editor's Note: PM News is proud to present excerpts from Meet the Masters.

Bret Ribotsky: What should podiatrists be doing to maximize their reimbursement while being highly ethical? 

Dr. H. F. “Bunny” Brown, III

H.F. "Bunny" Brown : Number one, bill for what you do. Don’t try to overbill. I’ve seen doctors try to bill for 17 procedures when it is really just one procedure. Don’t try to cheat. You know, you’re going to get caught. It’s not worth it either. Number two is to document. Document everything you do. 

Dr. Lisa Schoene

Meet the Masters is broadcast each Tuesday night at 9 PM (EST). This week's guest is sports medicine specialist Dr. Lisa Schoene . You can register for future events by clicking here

Query: Transmitting Schedule II-V Controlled Substances Electronically

I read in "AMA's Understanding the basics of Medicare's electronic prescribing program (updated 2/12") that effective June 01, 2010, we could transmit schedule II-V controlled substances electronically. We have not been able to do this using our Surescripts software with TRAKnet, and we have been told that this is not allowed. Does anyone have further information regarding this?

Howard J. Bonenberger, DPM, Nashua, NH

RE: Botox or Iontophoresis for Hyperhydrosis (Catherine Ferguson, DPM)
From: Mostafa Niknafs, DPM

Please refer to the article that I wrote several years ago in Podiatry Management. Since then I have continued using Botox for treating hyperhydrosis with great results.

Mostafa Niknafs, DPM, Athens, GA, drniknaf@bellsouth.net

RE: Nerve Compression Vs. Fictitious Injury (Elliot Udell, DPM)
From: Peter J Bregman, DPM

Certainly, conservative therapy such as Dr. Udell suggests is a great idea, but if and when it fails, the sooner you decompress the affected nerves, the sooner the patient will get better. This is a local CRPS injury, which means a peripheral nerve is involved and needs to be repaired. I will not go into the neurochemistry here, but suffice it to say, a decompression can only help not hurt if done properly in the right hands. I suggest going to aens.us and find a surgeon near you who can treat this problem.
 
Peter J Bregman, DPM, Las Vegas, NY, drbregman@gmail.com

RE: 10% Health Professional Shortage Area Bonus
From: Joseph Borreggine, DPM

Yesterday, I received a nice financial gift from CMS for attesting that my practice used a qualified "meaningful use" EHR software program in 2011. I wasn't expecting an $1,800 check. Since I practice in a rural area, I qualified for an HSPA (Health Professional Shortage Area) 10% bonus incentive on top of the $18,000 that the practice already received for Stage I use of the EHR in 2011.

It took some research, but according to advanceweb.com,"Bonus payments for EPs who practice predominantly in a geographic HPSA will be made as separate lump-sum payments no later than 120 days after the end of the calendar year for which the EP was eligible for the bonus payment."

Joseph Borreggine, DPM, Charleston, IL, footfixr@consolidated.net

RE: Sterilizing Bits Between Debridements (Alan Meyerberg, DPM)
From: Dan Michaels, DPM, MS

I still think no grinding, no whirlpools, and one should fully sterilize all instruments every time (prepare them as they would be prepared to go in the operating room). I was at a general surgeon's office and saw instruments unwrapped on the counter and some soaking in a stainless steel-covered container with gross liquid inside. This made me decide that if I ever needed surgery or a general surgeon, I would not go to him. We are doctors and not a nail salon, so we know better and should not touch a patient with anything but a sterile instument.  

Dan Michaels, DPM, MS, Frederick, MD, danieldm@pol.net

RE: The Passing of Virginia "Ginny" Jewell
From: Lynn Homisak, Estelle Albright, DPM
 
My deepest sympathies to both the personal and podiatric families of Ginny Jewell. I really only connected with her recently, but have long admired her devotion and dedication to podiatry (and especially Indiana) in the time and energy she so selflessly gave. May our memories and her everlasting peace be of comfort to all who will sorely miss her.
 
Lynn Homisak, Renton, WA

I am saddened to hear of Ginny's sudden passing. She was a sweet and kind person. She also was instrumental in managing the IPMA's annual meetings and administrative management at the IPMA. She was always helpful and always friendly. We will all miss her.

Estelle Albright, DPM, Indianapolis, IN

RE: The Passing of Lawrence Mandel, DPM
From: Bruce G Blank, DPM

I'm very saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Larry Mandel. He was one of my residency directors at The Kansas City Podiatric Residency Program. He was a great teacher in the operating room. His technique always appeared effortless and was always efficient. He, like so many of the attendings, was very confident while teaching the residents. We, in turn, were able to feel confident as he directed our technique through procedures. It was a great learning environment.

Larry was a very warm and kind man who gave to the profession not only as a residency director but as an examiner for the ABPS. He always treated the residents with respect and as colleagues. His kind demeanor will be greatly missed. He was taken from us at too young of an age. God bless his family and his memory.

Bruce G Blank, DPM, Martins Ferry, OH

ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – MARYLAND
 
Are you motivated, personable and enjoy working with the elderly? We are offering part-time positions in Maryland. Our group, Podiatry Management Services, provides care in Nursing Homes, Assisted Living, Senior Homes, Adult Daycare and other similar facilities. Please e-mail your c.v. to drhprosen@verizon.net or fax to 410-486-2049 or call Dr. Herbert Rosen at 410-580-0255.

ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - MULTIPLE STATES

Podiatrist Needed in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Texas, Colorado, Wisconsin, and Oklahoma. Expanding multi-state medical practice seeking podiatrists to service long-term care community residing in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. We offer an established patient base, scheduling, equipment allowance and cover travel expenses. Provide generous compensation, bonus opportunities, disability, health insurance benefits, malpractice coverage and flexible scheduling. Looking for a Podiatrist with excellent skills, able to provide expert and compassionate care to patients. Email CV to: careers@aggeus.org or call 773-770-0140 x300/x305. www.aggeus.org

ASSOCIATE POSITION - KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI

Kansas City may be the perfect move for you and your family. I am looking for an entrepreneurial minded associate who wants to grow and then own part of an already successful practice. If you are the right candidate for this associate position, you will enjoy a competitive compensation package and you will be working with a doctor who is as committed to your success as he is to his own. Go to: www.YourFutureInPodiatry.com for full details.

ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW YORK

Full-time position available immediately in Capital District multiple doctor practice. Good salary with percentage. All phases of podiatry. NYS license required. Email resume to Lchittenden68@gmail.com or call Lori at 518-577-6171

ASSOCIATE POSITION - MANHATTAN

Podiatrist needed for busy state-of-the-art offices in Manhattan. Offices are located near Penn and Grand Central Station. 10+ years experience only and an out-of-network doctor for most insurances. Please forward your information and CV to: roni@myfcny.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - SENIOR CARE DIVISION - ATLANTA, GEORGIA

Village Podiatry Centers, LLC: Immediate openings for physicians who are interested in caring for the elderly in nursing homes throughout Georgia. Full time position. Excellent salary, benefits, and opportunity for growth. Must understand the coding/billing process and have excellent documentation skills. You don't have to be board certified in foot or ankle surgery for this position. If interested, please contact Dr. Helfman at dhelfman@vpcenters.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - ATLANTA, GEORGIA AND SURROUNDING COUNTIES

Village Podiatry Centers, LLC: Immediate openings for board eligible or certified, 3-4 year trained surgical physicians. Equity based model, Excellent salary and benefits to start depending on qualifications. (Average physician salary is 2-3 times industry median salary).Full benefits included. Access to practice owned surgery centers, pathology lab, imaging center(s), and other in house ancillaries. Very selective process: must be flexible, well trained, and must participate in our "Physician Training Program." You live off income and retire off wealth! Serious inquiries only! E-mail: David N. Helfman, DPM, FACFAS at dhelfman@vpcenters.com

PHYSICIAN FOR CLINICAL RESEARCH DIVISION - ATLANTA, GEORGIA

Village Podiatry Centers, LLC: If you have experience in running clinical research trials and would like a full time position in managing and overseeing multiple clinical research trials for our growing group, please contact Dr. Helfman @ dhelfman@vpcenters.com. Excellent salary, benefits and equity opportunity for the right individual.

ASSOCIATION POSITION - FLORIDA

Progressive practice with 4 locations and 5 Board Certified Physicians in Tampa Bay. Looking for a PSR 36 trained candidate to join our group. Practice areas include reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, trauma, wound care, limb salvage, biomechanics, sports medicine and diabetic care. Hospital based training a necessity. If you are a hard working, motivated and fun loving person, come and enjoy our profession with us. Benefits and partnership are available. Send CV to: countrysidefoot@yahoo.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - TENNESSEE/NORTH GEORGIA

Multi-physician, Multi-office practice looking for motivated new associate leading to partnership. We are a busy practice with state of the art technology: EHR, Digital X-ray, Diagnostic Ultrasound, PADnet, EPAT machine. Applicant should be PMS 36/Board Qualified/Certified. Applicant should be ethical, personable, hard working and interested in providing all aspects of podiatric care to our patients. Competitive Salary and benefits. All interested candidates please send a CV with two letters of reference to: mybestnewjob@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 516 476-1815 PODO2345@AOL.COM

PRACTICE FOR SALE - AUSTIN TEXAS

Great opportunity for new practitioner or an additional office. 18 year practice with large patient base. Current physician transitioning to part time then retiring to pursue another business opportunity. Start turn-key without need for a bank loan. Great area to live and work. Susieintx@aol.com (512) 565-6634

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