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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 20,000 Subscribers Daily
May 12, 2021 #6,948  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
MI Podiatrist Cautions Against Drinking Too Much Water
Recently, Tamara Hew-Butler, DPM, PhD, an associate professor of exercise and sports science at Wayne State University, sounded the alarm on bad hydration habits. According to Hew-Butler, the common recommendation of 8 glasses of 8 ounces of water per day isn't necessarily correct, and its origins are murky. "It remains unclear where the "8 x 8" water intake recommendation comes from," she writes in an article for The Conversation. "Perhaps, this two-liter intake threshold is derived from a misinterpretation of original recommendations offered by the U.S. Food and Nutrition Board in 1945 as well as the 2017 European Food Safety Authority, which states the daily recommended amount of water includes all beverages plus the moisture contained in foods."
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As Dr. Hew-Butler explains, there's a point where all of that extra water simply does you no good, and it has everything to do with your kidneys. "You've heard from a lot of people that you need to drink more, more, more," she writes, but notes that this simply isn't the case. Your kidneys make molecular adjustments all the time depending on your hydration levels, and when you overconsume water, your body simply adjusts to get rid of it. "This is why when we drink more water than our body needs—above thirst—we immediately have to [use the bathroom to rid ourselves of] any excess water. Or when we forget our water bottle during practice, we stop [using the bathroom] to conserve body water. This quick coordinated action between the brain, cranial nerves, and kidneys is far more efficient and precise than any phone app, gadget, or personalized recommendation available."
Source: William Mayle, Eat This, Not That [5/10/21]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
PA Podiatrist Returns to His Roots
Born and raised in Northeastern Pennsylvania, Glenn Woodley, DPM, is returning to his roots to practice. He will begin seeing patients the beginning of May at his new office in Honesdale, formerly occupied by orthopedist Dr. David Caucci.
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Dr.. Woodley received his podiatric medical degree from the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine and completed his podiatric residency at the Geisinger-Community Medical Center in Scranton, PA.
Source: River Reporter [5/5/21]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
IL Podiatrist Becomes Partner at Fox Valley Foot Specialists
Nadia Sadeghi, DPM recently became a partner at Fox Valley Foot Specialists, LTD in Naperville, IL with Brendon J. McCarthy, DPM and Mark Konieczy, DPM.
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Dr. Sadeghi received her doctor of podiatric medicine degree from the Dr. Wm. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. She completed her podiatric residency at Norwegian American Hospital in Chicago, IL.
Source: Linkedin
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
For Slippers, Support More Important Than Comfort: NY Podiatrist
"Slippers, although stylish and comfortable, can completely lack the support your lower extremity requires," says Mohammad Rimawi, DPM of Grand Central Footcare. "This in effect alters your gait and can lead to an array of foot and ankle issues." One of the most important elements of slippers for plantar fasciitis is arch support. Oftentimes, people opt for cushioned slippers due to the comfort factor. However, this won't reduce strain on the plantar fascia if it's not also paired with arch and heel support, Dr. Rimawi says.
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"Cushioning can be great for comfort," Rimawi explains. "However, it should be noted that support is key. It is the arch and heel support, and not the cushioning, provided by the footwear that is crucial in the prevention of plantar fasciitis."
Source: Rachel Cavanaugh, Bustle [5/8/21]
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| APMA NEWS | |
APMA Expresses Concerns to HHS on Proposed Updates to the HIPAA Privacy Rule
APMA submitted comments to HHS last week, raising significant concerns with its proposed updates to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Privacy Rule. APMA made several recommendations:
1. Clinicians should not be required to comply with any finalized changes for at least a year at minimum.
2. Clinicians should be permitted to charge a reasonable fee for in-person review requests, given the burden it will place on their offices to accommodate these requests, as well as set time limitations for how long in-person reviews can take.
3. The time limit for response should remain at 30 days from the request, with the 30-day extension allowed.
4. HHS needs to disseminate clear and accessible guidance and education to prepare clinicians for these changes.
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| FROM PM's CURRENT ISSUE | |
Several times 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 | |
Technologies Practices are Leveraging to Deliver Better Patient Care - Part 7
Here are technologies and their importance for practices in today's care delivery system.
7. Short Message Service (SMS)
This is a fairly simple technology delivering tremendous value to practices and their patients. SMS—the most common text messaging service component of mobile device, telephone, and Internet systems—has become a preferred method of communication for most of the patient population. Phone calls and voicemails are increasingly ignored due to the proliferation of spam; calling takes up significant staff time and resources. Similarly, emailing has become less dependable due to spam and the number of emails most people receive every day. SMS is an efficient way to communicate with patients and can be leveraged in many ways—even more when two-way text messaging, which permits patients to reply to texts, is leveraged.
Practices are using SMS to communicate with patients about the status of appointments, safety protocols, pre-screening requirements, scheduling appointments as part of recall programs, satisfaction surveys, and online reviews, compliance with medication and care protocols, and emergency updates (e.g., COVID-19, weather), just to name a few. With nearly all Americans owning a cell phone with texting capabilities, SMS is an effective communication option for most patients.
Source: Nelson Gomes, Physicians Practice [4/29/21]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (APMA NEWS) - PART 1A | |
From: Allen Jacobs, DPM
Everyone with an interest in this “step toward equality” is obligated to read this document, the related motions to the AMA house, and other related documents not specifically referenced in the white paper. Should you do so, I believe you shall find yourself anything but enthusiastic regarding the prospect of equity. Personally, I am shocked that the APMA and ACFAS would have signed off on this document. State delegates to the APMA HOD should be urged by you not to consider any approval of this document as presently constructed. It is a complete and total repudiation of your education and degree.
There are four major components to this proposal. It is not a simple matter of allowing a podiatric...
Editor's note: Dr. Jacobs' extended-length letter can be read here
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (APMA NEWS) - PART 1B | |
From: James R. Christina, DPM, Patrick (PJ) Andrus, CAE
The longest journey begins with a single step. The announcement by the Orthopaedic and Podiatric Surgeons Joint Task Force of the AMA resolution and the white paper was the first step on a long journey. It took the task force three years to get to this point. If the resolution is approved, it will certainly take several more years until we will even know if NBME will grant podiatrists access to take the USMLE. If and when we gain access to the USMLE, we don’t know for sure what direction the process will take. But as it stands today, there are varying definitions of the term “physician,” and at this point we have a map to gain recognition as “physicians” (as defined by the AMA) by AOFAS and AAOS and then hopefully by AMA and AOA.
How this recognition could eventually affect podiatrists and their licensure is unknown at this point. For now and the foreseeable future, the podiatry licensing boards will be the only ones licensing podiatrists for practice, and any change to the exam used (APMLE from the NBPME) would have to go through...
Editor's note: This extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (APMA NEWS) - PART 1C | |
From: Tilden H Sokoloff, MD, DPM
Is this a big deal? You betcha! I can remember Project 2000 started in the 1980s, which I was proud to Chair for the House of Delegates and the APMA Board. We set out to define the curriculum, policies, and procedures to achieve “parity” with our MD and DO brethren. We created a foundation for our colleges and accrediting bodies to establish the necessary curricular changes and residency programs. Here we are in 2021 and the APMA Board under President Jeff Desantis, DPM, put out a collaborative position statement in conjunction with the American Association Orthopedic Surgeons, American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. That shows unity of the groups that have opposed each other for as long as I can remember. That in itself is a huge success. It shows the respect earned through education and training.
The USMLE is the “Gold Standard” of achieving basic competency to practice medicine in the United States. If this is approved through the AMA House of Delegates, podiatric medicine will finally be on the journey to a plenary license, the chance to further one's education through other residencies and fellowships, and finally be a part of the “MD/DO world that we set out to do over 40 years ago. A huge leap - not an easy one - but it shows leadership and great stewardship of this profession at the highest levels; kudos to you all!
Tilden H Sokoloff, MD, DPM, Ketchum, ID
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (APMA NEWS) - PART 1D | |
From: Lawrence Oloff, DPM
I just read the white paper from APMA. I am familiar with similar efforts by CPMA. As with Dr. Ribotsky, I too am trying to understand what this agreement accomplishes. I keep hearing mention made that this is important to podiatry if we are to gain acceptance by MDs. I thought that podiatric acceptance by MDs was obtained by providing good medical care. Isn’t that how we gain the greatest acceptance? A limited license will still label podiatry as different. I think it is a mistake to throw out all the advances made in post-graduate education which defines podiatry as it exists today.
I remember when I was Dean at the California College many years ago, a group from the state came in to compare podiatric education with allopathic medical education. The capsular version of their results was that...
Editor's note: Dr. Oloff's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Foot of the Day
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Does this tattoo save the cost of x-rays? |
Source: Inked Magazine via Dr. Lee Rogers
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ASSOCIATE POSITION/PRACTICE FOR SALE – NASSAU COUNTY, LONG ISLAND
Part time associate to work needed, or part time associate willing to work one day steady per week. Will sell 500k gross practice for 200k with sale of home/ office. North shore, Nassau county, Long Island. Contact: bombbustr7@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NYC
Fast growing, multi-location practice in Manhattan, NY is looking for a motivated, driven practitioner to join our surgical, sports-medicine based practice. Our full-time associates average $200k+ per year. If personable, motivated, well-trained, and driven to succeed, we would be delighted to discuss a position with you. We offer a strong compensation package including health benefits and a healthy pension. Please send a cover letter and cv to: footdocnyc@outlook.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MARYLAND
Superstar podiatrist needed for busy offices in suburban Maryland. Great opportunity. All the tools to succeed are ready for you: x-ray, ultrasound, marketing, surgery, fully trained staff, state-of-the-art technology. Strong compensation package including health benefits, excellent bonus structure, retirement investment, partnership opportunity. Please email CV to jot5389@hotmail.com
PODIATRIC SURGEON – SOUTH CAROLINA
Physicians Footcare, SC largest provider of podiatric services, is seeking a highly skilled and personable physician to join our TEAM. If you are ready to live, work, and play comfortably; send letter of interest and CV to: scdpmjobs@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS- AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY- TEXAS, KENTUCKY, FLORIDA, ARKANSAS
A growing practice is seeking motivated podiatrists to treat patients in nursing facilities in Texas, Kentucky, Arkansas, and Florida. Excellent opportunity for an energetic, ethical, and personable individual. Please send your CV and cover letter to office@easternpodiatrypllc.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - CONNECTICUT, KENTUCKY, MISSOURI, RHODE ISLAND
Looking for reliable and ethical podiatrists to service Nursing Homes and Skilled Nursing Facilities in CT, KY, MO AND RI. Send inquiries and CV to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Foot & Ankle Specialists of New Mexico has an exciting position open for a board qualified or board-certified foot and ankle surgeon to start in the fall of 2021. You can view our website at footanklenm.com. Spanish speaking and Fellowship is a plus but not a requirement. Billing/coding experience is preferred. Compensation is a competitive salary plus a percentage bonus structure to start. Please email CV and cover letter to sswrege@yahoo.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PISCATAWAY/HILLSBOROUGH, NJ
We are a busy podiatry office with locations in Piscataway and Hillsborough, NJ. The office has been in practice for over 31 years and has great reputations. We are looking for motivated and driven full-time and part-time doctors. Candidate will be comfortable meeting doctors and business owners to build referral relationships. We will provide you with every tool needed for your success- treatment protocols, peer networking groups, and a full-time marketing person. drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com
FULL TIME PODIATRIST - NEW JERSEY
We are a fast-growing podiatry practice in New Jersey with multiple locations and Doctors. We are currently looking for a full-time motivated and caring Doctor to join our busy practice. Some benefits include: competitive six-figure salary, generous, guaranteed bonus structure, health insurance (including vision & dental), paid vacation time off, paid malpractice insurance and CME time off. Great prospects for experienced Doctors as well as new Associates. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your Podiatric medical and surgical experience in an office-based practice! If interested, please submit your CV to DrSamofal@PodiatryCenterNJ.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CHICAGO
Available immediately. Home visits/ some facilities/ some office hours . Illinois license is required. Existing patients’ base. Net $250-325K. logistics are provided. Full- and part-time are available. Contact vadim.goshko@gmail.com or 312-375-6430.
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Upscale surgical practice close to hospital. Practice including all podiatric disciplines, serving PPO, HMO, and WC injuries. Fully equipped, digital x-ray, laser, EMR and trained staff. Lease or purchase of fully equipped facility. Retiring physician will stay through transition. Contact repro@earthlink.net.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHERN MASSACHUSETTS
Est. practice with optimum visibility and referrals. 3.5 days/week; increase growth by adding hours. Great income potential for a foot surgeon. Hospital privileges available. Gross approx. $300,000. Priced at $170,000 includes equipment, turn-key. Email at dpmassist@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – NEW JERSEY
15 min. from Philly; 38 y/o practice; all phases of podiatry office and hosp. surgery EMR, digital x-ray, great staff. Grosses 300 K in 2 1/2 days can easily expand to full time. Optional building purchase. Retiring but will stay as long as needed for transition. contact jay195322@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS
Established, 35 plus years, growing practice for sale. General podiatry with large volume of wound care, diabetic foot care, and pediatric treatment. Hospital privileges close by. Strong referral base with great growth potential. Contact cscjrlaw@gmail.com or 972-978-6691.
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