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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,496 Subscribers Daily
May 05, 2017 #5,919  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| AT THE COLLEGES - PART 1 | |
WesternU CPM Founding Dean to Retire
Western University of Health Sciences College of Podiatric Medicine Founding Dean Lawrence B. Harkless, DPM will retire on June 30, 2017. “We have been fortunate to have Larry Harkless at our University as a leader, a mentor, a colleague, and most of all a teacher to the hundreds of students who became podiatrists on his watch,” said WesternU President Daniel R. Wilson, MD, PhD.
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Dr Lawrence Harkless |
Over the course of his career, Harkless has trained more than 1,000 students and nearly 200 residents, and operated his own private practice, The Alamo Foot Clinic Inc. He is the recipient of multiple state and national awards for podiatric research and care, and co-authored the book Foot and Ankle Secrets, which is a staple among podiatric residents and students. CPM Executive Associate Dean for Academic Affairs Lester J. Jones, DPM, MS, will serve as Interim Dean while the University conducts a search for Harkless’ successor.
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| AT THE COLLEGES - PART 2 | |
NYCPM Students Honored for Scholastic Achievements and Service
On May 2, 140 students from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine’s sophomore through senior classes received awards for service, scholarship or both at the College’s Annual Awards Ceremony. President and CEO Louis L. Levine’s opening remarks looked forward, and he concluded with, “You are the future … I’m very proud.” Vice President of Academic Affairs and Academic Dean Michael J. Trepal told the students, “The work we do as healthcare providers is noble work.”
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Dean Lisa Lee with Dimitrios Moustakas, Class of 2017, winner of the first Dr. Arthur Steinhart Scholarship |
The Dr. Arthur Steinhart Scholarship, named after the longtime professor, alumnus and past Chair of the Department of Medical Sciences who died late last May, was awarded for the first time that evening. Dean of Student Services and Enrollment Management, Lisa Lee, distributed many of the awards, but several trustees and alumni who support named scholarships presented their awards to the student winners as well.
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| ABPM NEWS | |
ABPM President Testifies On Quality of Care at the VHA
On May 2, 2017, American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM) President Steve Goldman, DPM, testified before the VA House Subcommittee on Health about key legislation that would help to address ongoing delays in access to quality care at the Veterans Health Administration (VHA). The VA Provider Equity Act (HR-1058) would benefit our nation’s veterans through improved, ongoing recruitment and retention of podiatric physicians in the VHA, and would ensure that sufficient experienced podiatric physicians are available to treat patients with lower extremity needs.
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Drs. Steven Goldman and Rep. Brad Wenstrup |
“This bill reflects significant advancement in the education, training, and licensure requirements for podiatric physicians over the past 40 years,” said Dr. Goldman. “Podiatrists deserve parity within the VHA, and our patients deserve the proven benefits of the best-trained experts in lower extremity care as part of their healthcare team.” There is overwhelming support from VA chiefs of staff and chief medical officers for a legislative remedy to include DPMs in the Physician and Dentist Pay Authority. See Dr. Goldman's written testimony. Watch the entire hearing.
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| PODIATRISTS AND DIABETES | |
DC Podiatrist Discusses Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy
From 2006 to 2010, more than one million patients went to the emergency department for diabetes-related foot complications, and 10.5 percent of those involved an amputation, according to a new study published in PLOS One.
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| Dr. Katherine Respovic |
"If blood sugars are not well-controlled, patients with diabetes can develop numbness in their feet, which is called peripheral neuropathy," says Dr. Katherine Respovic, spokesperson for the American Diabetes Association and a podiatric surgeon at MedStar Georgetown Hospital and MedStar Washington Hospital in the District of Columbia. This proves dangerous if, say, you develop a blister or injure your foot, which can lead to infections or amputation.
Source: Vanessa Caceres, US News & World Report [4/27/17]
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
Flip-Flops Cause You to Curl Your Toes Excessively: DC Podiatrist
Summer sunshine often means sleeveless tops and shorter hemlines, but it also heralds the re-emergence of another seasonal staple: the flip-flop. The strappy sandal — and its distinctive slap on floors or sidewalks — has been a mainstay in American culture for decades, but its ubiquity has been bemoaned by podiatrists and other experts. Many say the flip-flop is a particularly poor option to keep your feet shod during the summer, pointing to common injuries like stress fractures or blisters that plague many wearers during the warmer months.
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Dr. Howard Osterman |
“When you only have something between your toes to keep the shoe on, you have to curl your toes excessively,” podiatrist Dr. Howard Osterman told the Washington Post in 2011. “You have to spend all day firing your muscles to keep the shoe on the foot.”
Source: Elizabth Koh, Miami Herald [5/3/17]
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| FROM PM's CURRENT 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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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Healthcare Fraud 101: Under False Claims Act - Part 5
Once you understand the scope of the investigation from the government's perspective, you need to work with counsel to investigate the conduct in question. This is called an internal investigation and it serves two main purposes.
First, an internal investigation helps you get a handle on what happened and, if necessary, take steps to stop any problematic conduct. It is prudent to err on the side of stopping conduct that the government believes is wrongful, even if the practice has a good reason to continue it.
Source: Sara Kropf, Physicians Practice [4/14/17]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (MEDICAL-LEGAL) | |
From: Donald R Blum, DPM, JD
The requirements are as follows:
(j) "Practice of Medicine" means the clinical prevention, diagnosis,or treatment of human disease, injury, or condition requiring a physician to obtain and maintain a license in compliance with the Medical Practice Act of a member state.(k)"Physician" means any person who: (1) Is a graduate of a medical school accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education, the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation,or a medical school listed in the International Medical Education Directory or its equivalent;(2) Passed each component of the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) or the Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination (COMLEX-USA).
I hope this clears up any issue about the Medical Interstate Licensing Pact.
Donald R Blum, DPM, JD, Dallas, TX
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY) | |
From: Steven J. Kaniadakis, DPM
The fourth "step" is balderdash as well as the first. Your employees and patients will know about the investigation before the defendant. Telltale signs are when employees interviewed who have been with the defendant longer will talk to other employees; It becomes harder to get new patients to keep the appointment; It becomes harder to keep employees; Increased number of patients will start asking for their records.
It may be obstruction of justice to talk to others than investigators of the government, even assuming the defendant knows there is a government level investigation beyond the State's licensing board.
Steven J. Kaniadakis, DPM, Saint Petersburg, FL
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Pink Plastic Perforated Platform |
Source: David Collart via Virtual Shoe Museum
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MEETING NOTICES
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PM PODIATRY HALL OF FAME LUNCHEON
July 29, 2017 – Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center- Nashville, TN
Honoring G. "Dock" Dockery, DPM and Benjamin J. Wallner
Sponsored by Bako Integrated Physician Services (Silver), PICA (Bronze), and Sammy Systems (Bronze)
PM News subscribers are invited to see Dr. Dockery and Mr. Wallner 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 Student Scholarship Fund, 9312 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda, MD 20814 or via the APMA Meeting registration form.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NAPLES, FL
Associate podiatrist Naples, Florida. PSR 24/36, ABFAS certified/qualified for surgical practice. Must have FL license. Hospital privileges available. No HMOs, no nursing homes. Naples is upscale area and wonderful place to work and live. Prefer someone personable, hard-working and team player. Email CV draustin@gulfcoastfootcare.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - TENNESSEE, WEST TEXAS, OKLAHOMA, KANSAS CITY
Preferred Podiatry Group is seeking providers to join our growing practice servicing long term care facilities in several areas. We offer a competitive commission based income as well as a benefits packaged to our employed podiatrists. Full-time and part-time positions are available. Contact Dr. Chris Kestner at ckestner@ppgpc.com for details.
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
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
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2 - 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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