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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,461 Subscribers Daily
May 03, 2017 #5,918  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
MA Podiatrist Delivers Commencement Address at BUSPM
Louis J. DeCaro, DPM, President of the American College of Foot and Ankle Pediatrics (ACFAP) and Barry Class of 1999 alumnus, recently gave the Commencement address to Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine (BUSPM). Dr. DeCaro stressed three key themes for becoming a successful podiatric physician. 1) Never listen to the naysayers, 2) how passion breeds success, and 3) the importance of empathy when dealing with patients.
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(L-R) Drs. Albert Armstrong (Dean, BUSPM), Louis DeCaro and sister Linda Bevilacqua (President of Barry) |
Dr. DeCaro also told the story of his own journey into the field of podiatric medicine, and how and why he has specialized in podopediatrics. This year's graduating class achieved something unique and impressive. They achieved the “Podiatry Trifecta.” 100% pass rate of Boards Part 2 both written and clinical, and a 100% residency match!
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| PODIATRISTS AND DIABETES | |
CA Podiatrist Runs Clinic Devoted to Reducing Amputations in Diabetics
Maria Valdez didn’t have a lot of options. A wound on her foot that had become infected wasn’t healing because of her diabetes. She started using a wheelchair to get around. A year and a half ago, it seemed likely she was going to lose part of her leg. On a recent weekday, Valdez lay on a bed in a clinic in Boyle Heights. Her doctor, Stanley Mathis, DPM, pulled off her sock and lifted her foot toward the ceiling. The heel, which once was so decayed that he could see the white of the bone, was now covered in smooth skin.
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Dr. Stanley Mathis |
Valdez put her socks and shoes back on. She stood up and, though a little wobbly, walked down the hallway. “I don’t like to lose, and I’m not used to losing, especially when it comes to limbs,” Dr. Mathis said. Mathis, a podiatrist, runs a clinic at White Memorial Medical Center in Boyle Heights devoted to reducing amputations among diabetics — a tall order that requires treating wounds as well as helping people better manage the disease.
Source: Soumya Karlamangla, The Los Angeles Times [5/1/17]
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| MEETING NEWS | |
2017 Bandera Foot & Ankle Meeting Showcases Texas Residents
The 2017 Bandera Foot & Ankle Meeting at the historic Mayan Ranch in Bandera, Texas had 55 doctors in attendance. Dr. Javier LaFontaine, Meeting Chairman and TPMF Vice President, noted that “Everyone benefits from the great interaction in an informal atmosphere. Guest speakers, Drs. Larry Harkless and Gary Dockery gave great lectures. Dr. Dockery and BAKO provided a hands-on pig foot derm lab which received great evaluations.
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(L-R) Jeni Williams (Bako Labs) presents 1st place award to Dr. Michael Ringwood; Dr. Javier LaFontaine |
A unique part of the program is having the Texas residency programs present cases and then be critiqued by the audience. The 2017 Case winners are: 1st Place: Michael Ringwood, DPM/ West Houston PMSR - 2nd Place (tie)–Binoy Sheth, DPM & Brandon Lampe, DPM – Hunt Regional PMSR and Shelley Brand, DPM – Kingwood Medical PMSR, 3rd Place – Jacob Jasper, DPM – Baylor Scott & White PMSR.
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| PODIATRIC PRODUCTS IN THE NEWS | |
CA Podiatrist Lauds HIE Interoperability
MTBC, a provider of Health and cloud-based clinical and practice management solutions has announced that it has successfully developed Health Information Exchange (HIE) interfaces for interoperability between its highly ranked clinical platforms and leading hospitals.
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Dr. Phillip Darragh |
Phillip E. Darragh, DPM, from the Redondo Beach Podiatry Group, Inc., said, "The technical staff at MTBC have been doing an outstanding job in connecting us to our hospital's new health information exchange." As a result of this connectivity, Dr. Darragh and other providers will have a more comprehensive view of their patients' medical history at the point of care and be able to focus more of their time on caring for patients and less on administrative tasks.
Source: 4-traders.com [5/1/17]
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| FROM PM's RECENT 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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Today's Featured Article |
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Healthcare Fraud 101: Under False Claims Act - Part 4
4. The fourth step is to determine how best to convey to your employees the existence of the investigation. You want to be sure employees understand that they should not talk directly to any government agents if they are contacted. Instead, they should let the agent know that he has to talk to the practice's lawyers first.
Source: Sara Kropf, Physicians Practice [4/14/17]
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Interstate Licensing
I just read an article in Univadis reporting that interstate medical licensing is now available in 18 states that participate in the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact. There are elegibility requirements and fees (varied by state), and background checks are required. Seven more states and DC have legislation pending to join the compact. There was no mention of the MD vs. DO degree. Does such a movement exist within our podiatric medical specialty to broaden our licensing structure?
Neil H Hecht, DPM, Tarzana, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
From: Robert S. Steinberg, DPM
I use Availity to check BCBS IL Eligibility & Benefits, and many times I can also check coverage via the Patient Cost Estimator. It doesn't always work for out-of-state national plans or some union plans. I can also view and print EOBs, as BCBS IL makes payments via direct deposit.
Robert S. Steinberg, DPM, Schaumburg, IL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Janusz Skwark, DPM
He was my classmate at Scholl, 1986. I haven't seen him since graduation. All I remember in our four years was his constant smile and good cheer. May he rest in peace.
Edgard Nau, DPM
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Source: Kermit Tesoro via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE - LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Grossing 300k only 2.5 days/week, room for expansion. Digital x-ray, EMR, all aspects of podiatry with good payer mix. Located in medical center/hospital complex. If interested, email: nathanterri@hotmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – LONG ISLAND
Unusual opportunity – You can lease storefront office from existing podiatrist in location for 30 year. Busy location Western Nassau County. Office is set up ready to practice. Great for expanding podiatrist. No money down. Rent for $2,700/ month. Favorable lease terms. No charts/records. Email rrranch7@yahoo.com
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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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CONNECTICUT
Wonderful opportunity for a dynamic, personable, and well-trained podiatrist for full-time or part-time position. Two-location practice for over 45 years. Unlimited growth potential with incentive. Need motivated and dedicated physician. Hospital privileges, available ER call, with podiatric residency. Send CV and cover letter vpappasdpm@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA
Seeking full-time associate in a multi-doctor podiatry group. Excellent opportunity to grow with our practice, with an opportunity for buy-in/partnership. Competitive salary with bonus structure, health insurance, 401k, and CME allowance provided. Please send CV and letter of intent to: PApodiatrygroup@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ATLANTA SUBURB
Associate position available. PSR 24/36, ABPS certified/qualified for surgical practice. On-site accredited surgical center and physical therapy department. Full hospital privileges available. Send inquiry and CV to glewis@mariettapodiatry.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - UPSTATE SC
Three doctor practice seeks PSR-24/36 associate. New office. Hospital and surgical center nearby. EMR in place. Located near lake and mountains between Charlotte and Atlanta. Must have SC license or sitting for June exam. Please send letter of interest and CV to docrose@bellsouth.net.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – GREATER SEATTLE AREA
Well established, advanced multi-office practice seeking an associate to join our team of motivated physicians. Attractive compensation package. Russian or a second language a plus. We offer a combination of office, surgery, as well as adult family homes with a full-time schedule. Please send CV to info@206footdoctor.com attention Eugene.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. LOUIS, MO
Multi-location group seeking DPM to run their own clinic (one DPM per clinic, no travel or assisted facility work). Clinical work is substantive with good surgical balance. Utilize leading EMR, digital x-ray in clinic, and Cutera laser. Excellent comp plan that allows for unlimited earnings growth, plus malpractice, health, and 401K plan. Please send CV to stlouispodiatrists@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ILLINOIS
Part time podiatrist wanted one day per week for Medinah and Franklin Park office to begin June 28, 2017. Please contact Dr. Ballard by text 630-307-7463.
ASSOCIATE POSITION- NORTH SAN DIEGO
Coastal practice seeking associate for future partnership position. Great location and medical environment. Must have 3 year residence training & California license. Board Qual/Cert by the ABFAS, and an interest and skill in all aspects of podiatry and surgery. Please email resume cover letter to tricitypod@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 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. Drsteinberg@mynewfeet.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
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
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