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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,291 Subscribers Daily
May 11, 2016 #5,661  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
ID Podiatrist Explains Why Arch is Most Sensitive Part of the Foot
Step on a Lego with the ball or heel of your foot and you’ll grimace. Step on the same piece with the arch of your foot, and it’ll be tough to hold back a scream. The reason for the difference in sensitivity: Your foot’s ball and heel pound the ground hundreds of times a day.
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Dr. David Blackmer |
“These areas take a constant beating and develop thick skin. These callus formations allow the skin to withstand greater stress,” says podiatrist David Blackmer, DPM, founder of Blackmer Foot and Ankle. Your arch, on the other hand, has thinner skin so the nerves underneath are closer to the surface.
Source: Marygrace Taylor, Men's Health [5/9/16]
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| PUBLISHED PODIATRISTS | |
CA Podiatrist Pens 500th Practice Perfect Issue
PRESENT e-Learning Systems has announced the publication of the 500th issue of Practice Perfect. Jarrod Shapiro, DPM began writing about his experiences in podiatric training while still a resident at Botsford Hospital in Farmington Hills, Michigan, 10 years ago. Recommended by his residency director Marshall Solomon, DPM, PRESENT decided to try him out at writing a column about the trials and tribulations of undergoing podiatric residency training. That first publication, entitled Residency Rap, continued until Dr. Shapiro completed his residency in 2006.
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Dr. Jarrod Shapiro |
The eZine evolved into New Docs on the Block when Dr. Shapiro joined a practice as an associate in Lansing, Michigan. Practice Perfect was born when Shapiro moved to Madras, Oregon to join a hospital-based multi-specialty practice, and no longer felt like a “new doc”. It has become a widely read weekly publication, opened by many thousands of readers each week. In 2009, Podiatry Management Editor Barry Block, DPM recognized the value of Shapiro’s writing by publishing a monthly edition of Practice Perfect in the magazine. It is now one of PM's longest running columns.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
HI Podiatrist Joins Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center
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Dr. Kevin Murphy |
Kevin Murphy, DPM has joined the podiatry department at Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center. He earned his doctor of podiatric medicine degree from Midwestern University School of Podiatric Medicine in Glendale, Arizona. Dr. Murphy completed his residency in podiatric medicine and surgery at St. Vincent Hospital. He is board eligible in podiatric surgery.
Source: Maui Now [5/9/16]
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| PODIATRISTS AND PUBLIC HEALTH | |
More Podiatric Physicians Need to be Involved in Public Health: FL Podiatrist
The Florida Public Health Association recently held its South Florida Regional Conference at Florida International University entitled “Meeting Strategic Public Health Needs & Addressing Health Equity Priorities of South Florida.” Participating was Dr. Chet Evans, Chief Health Innovation Officer for Rollins College.
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Dr. Chet Evans and Dr. Celeste Philip, Interim State Surgeon General and Secretary of the Florida Department of Health |
Dr. Evans said, “These issues are critical for our profession, I am concerned at our lack of presence at these important public health events that impact the delivery and management of population healthcare in Florida and the U.S. at large. More podiatric physicians need to be involved in public health.”
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| IN THE COURTS | |
Nurse Sues PA Medical Facility for Alleged Sexual Harassment
A Luzerne County woman has filed a federal lawsuit claiming she was fired for reporting sexual harassment by a doctor at the Monroe County medical facility where she worked three years ago. Lisa Costa, a registered nurse and healthcare executive from Plains Township, filed the suit in U.S. Middle District Court in Scranton last week.
Costa, the facility’s director of surgical services at the time, claims that on May 14, 2013, a podiatrist made sexually explicit comments about her and her alleged relationship with Coordinated Health’s then-CEO, Mark Holtz. The suit describes the podiatrist's remarks as “a particularly inappropriate, discriminatory, severe, and offensive incident of sexual harassment.”
Source: Eric Mark, Pocono Record [5/9/16]
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| HEALTHCARE LEGISLATION | |
CA Medical Board Declares Neutrality On Proposed Doctor Disclosure Law
The 15-member board that monitors physicians in California declared its neutrality on pending state legislation that would require doctors to notify their patients if they are put on probation for serious violations, including gross negligence, sexual misconduct, and felony convictions related to the care they provide. The decision by the Medical Board of California to steer clear of the fray comes despite fierce opposition to the legislation by physicians and other licensed medical professionals.
The bill, authored by Sen. Jerry Hill (D-San Mateo), would also require doctors and other medical practitioners to tell their patients if they are on probation because of a mental illness or other cognitive disability that impedes their ability to practice safely. In its current form, Hill’s bill would require providers to notify patients in writing if they are facing disciplinary actions by the medical board, osteopathic board, podiatry board, acupuncture board, or Board of Chiropractic Examiners for serious offenses that could compromise their ability to practice competently.
Source: Ana B. Ibarra, California Healthline [5/9/16]
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| HEALTHCARE NEWS | |
ACA’s Expected Double-Digit Rate Increases Boost Republicans’ Repeal Efforts
Insurers are preparing for Obamacare customers' double-digit rate increases to be announced in coming months, handing Republicans a key talking point as they try to persuade voters to accept a repeal of the 2010 healthcare law. The people signing up for Obamacare so far are sicker than expected, meaning insurers will have to raise rates to cover the costs, in what non-partisan analysts said amounts to a “market correction.”
Even as insurers grapple with a most costly population, they are about to lose some of the supports built into Obamacare that have helped mitigate their losses in the first couple of years of operation. “That could result in many insurers having rate increases that exceed 10 percentage points,” said Cynthia Cox, associate director of healthcare reform and private reform at the non-partisan Kaiser Family Foundation.
Source: Tom Howell Jr., The Washington Times [5/8/16]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1A | |
From: Billie Bondar, DPM
With payment changes from CMS involving small businesses getting penalized, it compels one to hope that members of APMA are getting proper representation of these concerns by our leaders and attending to this subject with promptness and productivity. I know APMA did such an amazing effort with ICD-10 for members to be ready and confident .
This payment structure change is so very important as well. Please let members feel that you are there with CMS. The complaining is already getting a lot of press, and the negativity persists. Tell us, APMA, how about it from your perspective. We need to hear from you.
Billie Bondar, DPM, Rochester, NH
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1B | |
From: Jay Wenig, DPMRobert S. Steinberg, DPM
Neil, your numbers are backwards on the airplanes. There have been 6 F35s built. There have been 186 F22s, and 171 are operational.
No war since the inception of the airplane has been won without air superiority. Without a stout enough defense, everything else is moot.
Jay Wenig, DPM, Lt Col, USAF, retired, Malrboro, MD
Neil, whatever you do, do not do your math on an airplane!
Robert S. Steinberg, DPM, Schaumburg, IL
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2- ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ALBANY, NY
Successful, growing full-scope practice with multiple locations in Albany, NY is looking for full-time podiatry associate. Must be highly motivated, good personality and bedside manners. Potential for partnership. Competitive Salary and benefits. Please send CV to helpmyfeetdoc@gmail.com
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 - 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 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 – INDIANAPOLIS, IN
Our busy 2-physician podiatry practice is seeking a highly motivated associate to join our team. The ideal candidate is familiar with all aspects of podiatry care with limited palliative practice. Candidate must be board-qualified in both forefoot & rearfoot surgery. Includes malpractice ins, competitive salary, vacation, and CME time off. Includes opportunity for advancement to partnership level, with investment in local surgery centers. Send resume and salary requirements to admin@southsidefootclinic.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – BRONX, NY
NYNJ Foot & Ankle Associates Bronx, NY is looking to hire a part-time DPM. We are a fully modernized practice that has been serving the community for 20 years, performing all aspects of podiatric medicine and surgery. Serious inquiries only. Email CV and cover letter to nynjfootandankle@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE - SOUTHWESTERN CONNECTICUT
High volume podiatry practice Limb Preservation, Clinical Research, elective, non-elective surgery, sports medicine and general practice. Three hospital medical staff privileges available, ER call available. Practice seeks energetic, empathetic practitioner, PSR-36 a plus. Competitive salary, benefits. Partnership opportunity. Send resume, cover letter to: Researchlpc552@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTH CAROLINA - GREENSBORO/TRIAD AREA
Busy, state-of-the-art group practice seeking full time associate for summer 2017. PSR 36+ training preferred. Excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and ethical applicant. Competitive income and benefit package. Hospital privileges available. Must be board qualified/certified and have an active North Carolina license or plan on taking the exam in December 2016. Qualified applicants can send their CV and letter of interest to triad.podiatrist@gmail.com.
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.
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.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 1- PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE - BOSTON, WESTERN SUBURBS
Do you want an established practice with 2 offices? Owner desires to transition to part-time and sell and retire. Surgically active and strong patient flow. Balance of surgical and office based care. Privileges at local hospital and surgicenter. contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - KANSAS
Looking to start your own practice, relocate? This successful KC metro area practice is a great opportunity for you. Patients scheduled. Fully equipped 1600 sq ft office. No Traknet license fee due - just assume monthly support fees. Seller will pay first month rent. Contact Mike Crosby at mcrosby518@gmail.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
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 – NEW YORK
Approx 30 miles south of Albany. Well established 30 year+ podiatry practice. Doctor retiring. Includes all equipment. Owner will stay for easy transition. Grossing 400K+ Consistently. The practice primarily routine and diabetic foot care. Income less than 5% surgical. Great price owner financing available. contact: footdoctor2015@yahoo.com
PODIATRY PRACTICE FOR SALE - BRIDGEPORT, CONNECTICUT
Established and successful for 90yrs!! Very busy with hospital affiliation and taking most insurance plans. Well priced with room to grow. A wonderful patient base and excellent office staff. Please Text (203) 522-8815 for more information. Feel free to ask any and all questions!
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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