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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,289 Subscribers Daily
May 04, 2016 #5,656  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
NYCPM’s First Alumni Reunion Gala – A Night of Nostalgia
Laughs and memories were shared and old friendships renewed at NYCPM’s First Alumni Reunion Gala. The trip down memory lane, hosted in conjunction with the SuperBones SuperWounds East Conference at the Teaneck Marriott Glenpointe, drew alumni from the classes of 1981, 1986, 2001, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2011. Recollections and affections came flooding back as former classmates enjoyed cocktails, dinner, and dancing. The hilarity ensued as revelers donned costumes and props while the photo booth immortalized the extraordinary event.
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(L-R) Drs. Michael Trepal ('81), Robert Eckles, Niral Patel ('12), Mr. Karl Martensen, and Dr. Giannin Perez |
All too soon, laughter and merriment turned to wistfulness and sentiment as attendees hugged with promises of future reconnections. “This gala was such a success that it will be just the first of NYCPM alumni galas to come,” said Lisa K. Lee, Dean, Student Services and Enrollment Management.
Source: Footprints [April 2016]
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| OUTSIDE INTERESTS | |
VA Podiatrist Says Farewll to His Grill
I never understood the Virginia Beach doctor’s attachment to his dilapidated grill. Rust had gnawed a gaping hole through one side of the base. He kept right on grilling by using a rock to suspend what was left of the disintegrating grate above the coals. The grill looked curb-ready that day last year when I interviewed Dr. Joseph Smith, a podiatrist, surfer, snowboarder, Army veteran, thrash metal band aficionado, father of five, and serial griller who in 2014 manned the flames 100 times, in the snow, in the rain, in the heat, and in the cold. He’s the kind of guy who stockpiles charcoal like some people stockpile wood.
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Dr. Joseph Smith and his former grill |
Surely, the doctor could afford a new grill, I thought. Instead, Smith kept patching things together for another year and a half, turning out steaks, burgers, dry-rubbed roasts, brats, and more until last week when he finally gave in and pushed the old girl to the street. “I played taps on the outdoor speakers as I rolled it to the curb,” he said in a dispatch. “Then I gave it a military salute. RIP soldier. You served us well.”
Source: Lorraine Eaton, The Virginian-Pilot [5/2/16]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS AND THE LAW | |
Canadian Podiatrist Accused of Using 'Knock-off' Implants
A controversial foot doctor is now facing accusations about the use of questionable implants on patients without their knowledge. Our investigation has now found that Dr. Pierre Dupont's patients paid him thousands of dollars for a procedure that uses a Health Canada approved HyProCure stent, but may have instead received fake implants.
The inventor of the HyProCure stent, Dr. Michael Graham, told Go Public he was contacted by several of Dupont's patients and former colleagues who told him they suspected the Ottawa foot doctor was selling HyProCure to some patients, but giving them his own 'knock-off' implants instead. "I was absolutely floored ... I had no idea he was making these knock-offs," says the founder of U.S.-based GraMedica.
Source: Rosa Marchitelli, CBC News [5/2/16]
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| SUCCESS TIPS FROM THE MASTERS | |
Bret Ribotsky: What is the biggest crisis facing podiatry today and how can we solve it?
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Dr. Barry Block |
Barry Block: The decrease in the number of qualified applicants threatens the future of the profession on many levels. If we ever expect to achieve true parity with other allopathic physicians, we need to enroll the highest calibre students possible. The greater the number of applicants, the more selective our colleges can be. To resolve this crisis, we need every podiatrist to become a recruiter. We simply cannot depend on the limited resources of the colleges or podiatric organizations to fix this problem. Podiatrists need to encourage their friends and patients to have their college age students look into podiatry as a career.
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Dr. R. Daniel Davis |
Meet the Masters airs live every Tuesday night. This week's guest is APMA President R. Daniel Davis, DPM. You can register for future events by clicking here.
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| FROM PM's CURRENT ISSUES | |
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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| MEDICARE NEWS | |
New Medicare Penalty Hits Small Groups, Solo Physicians Hardest
Medicare's new compensation formula will bestow performance bonuses as high as 4% on an estimated 412,000 physicians and other clinicians in 2019 and impose corresponding penalties on another 346,000, mostly in practices of from one to 24 members, according to proposed regulations recently released by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
One physician organization is expressing dismay about a payment system that seems to work against smaller practices. "It's extremely concerning," said Anders Gilberg, senior vice president of government affairs for the Medical Group Management Association (MGMA), in an interview with Medscape Medical News. "Any program like this should give physicians the opportunity to succeed regardless of practice size. "Why wouldn't you structure it so it will lift all boats?"
Source: Robert Lowes, Medscape [4/28/16]
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Source for Size 18E SADMERC-Approved Shoes
I am writing to request assistance from the readers of PM News to help me find a source of SADMERC-approved, extra-depth inlay shoes for a patient measuring a size 18E. Most of the diabetic shoe suppliers I have contacted do not carry shoes larger than size 14.
Sharon M, Root, DPM, Succasunna, NJ
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Robert Baldauf, DPM
From: Mark K. Johnson, DPM
I was saddened to learn of Bob's passing. I became friends with Dr. Baldauf from 1984-1986 while we did the Kern Hospital Residency. Bob was bright, motivated, compassionate, humble, and very skilled at surgery and biomechanics. Regretfully, I lost contact with him through the years. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends. He will NOT be forgotten. Rest in peace, my friend.
Mark K. Johnson, DPM, West Plains, MO
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Good for hoofing it? |
Source: Karin van de Walle via Virtual Shoe Museum
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MEETING NOTICES
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PM PODIATRY HALL OF FAME LUNCHEON
July 15, 2016 – PHiladelphia Marriott
Honoring Bret Ribotsky, DPM and James Lamb
Sponsored by Bako Integrated Physician Services (Silver), PICA (Bronze), and Sammy Systems (Bronze)
PM News subscribers are invited to see Dr. Ribotsky and Mr. Lamb inducted in the PM Podiatry Hall of Fame, including roasts by special guests.
All ticket proceeds go to the APMA Educational Foundation Student Endowment Fund. Reserve your tickets now by sending $75 per ticket to: APMA Educational Foundation, 9312 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda, MD 20814 or via the APMA Meeting registration form.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS | |
PART -TIME POSITION IN CHICAGO TO DO HOUSECALLS
20-25 hours /week, flexible schedule, logistics provided, great for new and established podiatrists to earn up to $100-120K. Contact chipod12@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MICHIGAN
Well-established practice in the thumb of Michigan looking for coverage from August-October. Housing can be arranged and good compensation provided. Great team to work with in a very positive and fun environment. Located just in from Lake Huron with plenty of outdoor fun. Longer term opportunities available. Please email healingtoes@hotmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SUBURBAN PHILADELPHIA
Looking for either a PART-TIME (leading to full time) OR a FULL TIME position and have a PMSR/36 with RRA Training, then send your cover letter and CV to medstaff1977@gmail.com Must include a contact phone number.
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – FLORIDA
KG Health Partners, the largest mobile podiatry service in Florida has an opening in the Tampa Bay area for a full time podiatric physician servicing long-term care facilities. Must have a current Florida license. Physicians are provided with a medical assistant, administrative support including scheduling and billing. All expenses including malpractice insurance are covered. Exceptional benefit package includes paid holidays, vacation, 401K retirement plan with company match as well as excellent health insurance. First year six figure salary is guaranteed! Second year profit sharing. Most second year doctors earn $150,000 and up. Email CV to Rob Cash at admin@KGHP.net.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SAVANNAH, GA
Thriving, seven location, podiatry practice is seeking a family-oriented associate podiatrist to build career and long-term relationship. Associate will have full range of services and access to surgical center along with access to all of the latest diagnostic and therapeutic technologies. Please email CV with cover letter to hr@atlanticfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI/SURROUNDING AREA
Well-established practice seeking experienced, highly skilled associate. Partnership opportunity. Board qualified-certified, PSR-36 trained. State-of-the-art office, Digital X-Ray, EHR, Laser, EPAT. Send cover letter, CV/Resume to stcpod@att.net or call 314-565-2739.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - JACKSON, NJ
Well-established practice serving Monmouth and Ocean County is looking for highly motivated associate. Modern office that is rapidly growing with a second office opening soon. Must be willing to provide care for all aspects of podiatry including sports medicine, biomechanics, palliative care, wound care, surgery, and several nursing homes. Send CV to: podiatrynj1212@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS- HOME FOOT CARE, INC
We are looking for podiatrists to visit home patients in these areas: Los Angeles, CA, Ventura County, CA, Santa Barbara, CA, Lancaster/Palmdale, CA, San Bernardino/Riverside, CA, Palm Springs/Palm Desert, CA, Las Vegas, NV, Honolulu, HI. Full/part time, independence, excellent compensation, dedicated support staff, electronic billing/medical records. email CV to: homefootcare@hotmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Successful, growing full-scope practice with offices in Oxnard, Camarillo, Ventura and Santa Barbara seeking a full time podiatrist with excellent patient skills to add to our team. Competitive salary and benefits offered including health insurance and 401K. Potential for partnership. Please send CV to Kelly@footsurgeon.com.
TEMPORARY PODIATRY POSITION IN ILLINOIS
During June and July temporary (may lead to a permanent full or part time) position available in Central Illinois servicing nursing homes within 90 miles of Springfield. Excellent pay and bonus for this short period! Lodging and travel stipends available. Join our great team. Please email GH@Podiatryplus.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MANHATTAN
Unique opportunity. Upscale, Park Avenue Manhattan. Need an experienced, motivated, caring doctor with excellent podiatric surgical skills to see in-network patients and to cover out-of-network patients. Salary based on experience with performance bonuses if earned. Part or full time. Partnership a possibility if qualified candidate exhibits outstanding performance and skills. Send CV to: institutebeaute885@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHEAST CONNECTICUT
Looking for a well-trained associate to join a 60+ year old multi-doctor, multi- location practice. Walk in to an established patient base and full schedule on day 1. No nursing homes or house calls. Competitive salary and benefits. Send CV to lakesidenh@att.net.
ACADEMIC POSITION - WESTERN UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
Western University of Health Sciences College of Podiatric Medicine is seeking podiatrists interested in the education and training of future doctors of podiatric medicine. Applicants must be at least board-qualified in either ABPM or ABFAS with preference for dual board certification. Academic rank will be commensurate with scholarly and clinical credentials. To be considered, please send letter of intent, curriculum vitae, 3 references, and salary expectation to (http://apptrkr.com/784853). Western University of Health Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University embraces diversity and is committed to attracting qualified candidates from historically underrepresented groups.
ACADEMIC PODIATRIC PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON
The new College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery located in Illinois and leading to a degree of DPM/MD, is seeking licensed podiatric physicians to become part of the clinical teaching faculty where, under a new curriculum, students will begin clinical training their first year. Applicants need to be licensed and their academic rank will be that of clinical professor which will also include student rotations through their offices. For additional information please send your CV to: Dominic@ColPodMedSurg.com The new College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 DPMs AND STUDENTS
Whether you have used equipment to sell or are offering an associate position, PM News classified ads are the fastest, most-effective way of reaching over 16,500 subscribers. For details, click here or write to:bblock@prodigy.net or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at (800) 284-5451.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 1 - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - CUTERA GENESISPLUS LASER
Cutera GenesisPlus laser for sale. Three years old and works well on onychomycosis (have not used on warts, scars, or neuromas). Original cost was $60,000--asking only $32,000 - negotiable. Call (623) 974-3536 and let’s talk.
PRACTICE FOR SALE – OTTAWA CANADA
Are you tired of the third-party, regulatory and payer system in the U.S? Are you looking for a change to make your life easier? If you would like to practice, focusing on patients only –not on paperwork, this is a unique opportunity for a U.S. podiatrist to purchase a successful world-class practice. Life is simple, cash-based payments, no receivables, and wonderful (world-class city and recreation). Contact sissilutten@yahoo.ca to learn more.
PRACTICE FOR SALE – WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS
30 year old general podiatry practice. State-of-the-art medical suite renovated 4 years ago Modern equipment, prime location, large physician referral base, full hospital privileges. No house calls, nursing homes or hospital ER call. Established patient base and unique opportunity for surgically-oriented podiatrist in the Berkshires (Western MA) Priced to sell quickly due to personal and medical concerns. Additional info best achieved via conversation. Contact: dross@albany.twcbc.com or cross12@nycap.rr.com
PODIATRY PRACTICE FOR SALE - PITTSBURGH SOUTH (BROWNSVILLE), PA
33 yr established, successful practice. All phases of podiatry, laser & cash services in place. Hospital and Sx Center. Turn-key ready with strong client base. Contact pa.footdoctor@gmail.com
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 DPMs AND STUDENTS
Whether you have used equipment to sell or are offering an associate position, PM News classified ads are the fastest, most-effective way of reaching over 16,500 subscribers. For details,click here or write to:bblock@prodigy.net or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at (800) 284-5451.
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