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May 15, 2015 #5,375  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
The Way You Tie Your Shoes Can Affect Foot Pain: DC Podiatrist
The secret is out about the mysterious shoestring holes on the top of your sneakers — it turns out they are there for a reason. Most runners, hikers, and walkers don’t even bother with them. But anyone who gets blisters along their toenails should take a second look. “The top two eyelets are there to lock the foot and ankle towards the rear of the shoe,” says Dr. Lee Firestone, a podiatrist with Foot and Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic. He says when people run or hike downhill, the foot tends to slide forward, and that can create blisters on toes. Athletes tend to think they need different shoes or socks, when all they may really need is to lace properly through the top eyelets.
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It’s a technique Firestone — an experienced marathoner and running coach with the Montgomery Country Road Runners — has taught to patients and elite athletes. And he says he is not surprised that a video explaining “the lace lock” has gone viral on the Internet. Firestone says a good athletic shoe is essential, and reputable runner stores have staffers who can teach customers the proper lacing for their feet. It is important year-round but especially in the sticky D.C. area summer when feet swell and sweat more, and the risk of blisters is higher.
Source: Paula Wolfson, WTOP [5/12/15]
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR - PART 1 | |
OK Podiatrist Discusses High Heels and Foot Pain
Women spend an average of $20,000 on shoes in a lifetime. It’s a high price, but you could be spending a lot more at the doctor’s office. “Pinched nerves or hammertoes or bunions; they also have increased tendonitis and heel pain,” said Dr. Scott Shields, a metro podiatrist. “There’s a lot of evidence that it can hurt your knees and your back.”
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One study found a 26 percent increase in knee-joint pressure when a woman wears her perfect pumps. “It can get to the point you have to do surgery,” Dr. Shields said. “I would tell women to enjoy their life, to wear what makes them happy, but pick a shoe that doesn’t hurt,” Dr. Shields said.“Really try to stay away from the sale bin,” Dr. Shields said. “If you’re going to wear a dressy high heel shoe, buy a better one.”
Source: Lacey Lett, KFOR [5/12,15]
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR - PART 2 | |
CA Podiatrist Launches Comfort Fashion Shoe Company
High heels cram toes into a tight pocket, directing excessive amounts of force to the heels. Sarah Jessica Parker, who was famous for wearing them, had to swear off them after her foot rebelled by growing a protective layer of tissue. But most women have long accepted the pain.
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“My patients come to me and beg me to fix their feet,” says Dr. Michele Summers Colon, a podiatrist in El Monte, CA. She recently started 34 Minute Shoes—a reference to how long women can stand in normal heels without pain—which is also rethinking the heel. “They ask me to operate on them and inject them—anything so that they can keep wearing high heels.”
Source: Ashlee Vance, Bloomberg Business [5/5/15]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Singapore Podiatrist Discusses Bunions
A bunion is a bony bump on the side of the big toe that occurs when the joint at the base of the big toe is out of alignment. It is considered a deformity of the foot, said Dorcas Sholanke, head of the podiatry department at Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH). To reduce bunion discomfort and pain, Sholanke said, the first line of treatment usually involves non-surgical methods. For instance, wearing suitable footwear with orthotics and insoles can help relieve the pressure on the bunions.
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Surgery is usually recommended when high levels of pain are experienced over a prolonged period of time and/or when the symptoms start to limit the patient’s daily activities, said Sholanke. Left untreated, bunions may sometimes lead to further problems, including arthritis in the joint of the big toe, said Sholanke.
Source: Today [5/13/15]
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| OUTSIDE INTERESTS | |
VA Podiatrist Closes Famed Shoe Store
When Sholom “Doc” Friedman studied podiatry 60 years ago at Temple University, his teachers told students that to pinpoint the reason a human foot aches, they really needed to do only two things. “One, you listen to the patient,” said Doc, who will soon close Public Shoe Store, the Arlington shop his father, Samuel, founded 77 years ago. “Two, you look for where they’re pointing. From there, you can make your diagnosis.
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These old Philadelphia professors told us: ‘You guys that don’t listen will make the wrong diagnosis. If you listen to what the patient is telling you, the body’s symptoms will always line up together.’ ”
Source: John Kelly, The Washington Post [5/12/15]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF OF THE DAY | |
Tips to Collect More from Patients - Part 3
3. Phrase Questions Appropriately. Make sure that staff members are phrasing questions appropriately when attempting to collect from patients - Rebecca Fox, MD
Bad Question: "Would you like to pay your bill today?" (given the option, most patients will say no.)
Good Question: How would you like to pay your bill today?"
Source: Physcians Practice
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Multiple Foreign Bodies
My patient stepped on a sea urchin receiving 20 spines (subcutaneous) in the forefoot. Do I bill CPT 28190 x 20?
Mark Stempler, DPM, Staten Island, NY
Response: If these were not sticking out of the skin, leading to you just pulling them out, but rather you did 20 separate procedures to remove them, then you can bill as you described as a single line item x 20 units, or you could bill CPT 28190 on 20 different lines with a "-59" modifier on 19 of them. I would expect either of these options to be met with resistance by the payer, and suggest submitting a report and maybe even photos along with your claim if you try either of these.
The other option would be to bill CPT 28190 with a "-22" modifier, which indicates that the work performed was substantially greater than typically required for that code.
Jeffrey Lehrman, DPM, Springfield, PA
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Podiatric Look-a-Likes
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(L-R) Dr. Joseph Borreginne and actor Ed O'Neill
Source: submitted by Dr. Paul Hilbert
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTHERN/CENTRAL NEW JERSEY
Large Podiatric Practice with offices In Northern/Central New Jersey Looking for Part Time/ Full Time Podiatrists Must be Available to start July 1 Must Have NJ License Competitive Salary Please Email Resume to: njpodiatrists@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ALBERTA/CANADA - CALGARY
Seeking new/experienced full-time podiatrist to take over associate position in busy, well established (>20 years), surgical and non-surgical practice. New office space with in-office operating room. Send CV and cover letter to: afsc@associatefootspecialists.com
HOUSE CALL POSITION IN CHICAGO
House call position in Chicago. $ 150,000 net for full-time; no distant suburbs; EMR, scheduling, instrumentation, secretarial support provided. Please contact chipod12@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Very busy practice seeking a full-time, self-motivated and hard-working podiatry associate. Competitive salary offered. Please email CV to: podiatrists@icloud.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - KANSAS CITY
You're not looking for a typical podiatry practice. We're not looking for the typical podiatrist. We need another doctor who understands the importance of creating an amazing patient experience as much as providing great medical care. You will be working with doctors who are committed to your success. If you are an entrepreneurial-minded doctor who wants to grow and eventually own part of an already successful practice, go to: www.YourFutureInPodiatry.com for full details.
ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE- NORTH GEORGIA/CHATTANOOGA AREA
Busy group practice located in Chattanooga/North Georgia area seeking a growth-oriented individual with a strong work ethic to join our expanding 5 physician TEAM. Must have PMS 36. Can be out or residency or just looking for a change in practice environment. Established patient base with tremendous growth opportunity. Associate with partnership potential. Chattanooga offers a strong music and arts culture, unrivaled outdoor amenities, and a government/populace committed to sustainable development. Competitive Salary and benefits. Bilingual (Spanish) an asset. Email cover letter and CV to hr@advfootcare.com
ASSOCIATE WANTED - SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY
I am looking for a FT surgically trained podiatrist to begin working in a busy practice July 2015. Office, hospital, wound care and facilities. Competitive base salary will also be bonus driven. Please send letter of intent as well as resume to drjpel@aol.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PART-TIME - NJ
Can you handle a challenge? Associate wanted for amazingly busy practice. Must be enthusiastic, outgoing, surgically trained but conservatively minded. The sky’s the limit. Wonderful environment and great support team. Great pay with potential for expansion Bergen County, NJ. For further info, email to njfootankle@yahoo.com or fax to 201-261-0058
ASSOCIATE WANTED - SOUTHWEST, FL
ABFAS BC or BQ surgeon to join our expanding team. All aspect of podiatric care required. Immediate position: ER, hospital rounds & office work. CV, LOR, LOI. EMR, digital x-rays, modern offices, PRP, amnio tx, sx suite to ASC. Opportunity in a thriving, growing group. Good cash patient clientele. Partnership potential. Top end income w bonus for hard worker. 6 figure start. ALSO AVAILABLE: 1 year term Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship position must have ABFAS BQ status. 1 preceptee position: must have passed step I and II. klamdpm@hotmail.com
FULL TIME ASSOCIATE - SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA / SILICON VALLEY
Associate needed for 30 year busy private practice. Applicant should be personal, independent, motivated & well versed in ankle and foot surgery. Two location group practice. Practice entails all aspects of podiatry:.. Surgery, large Hospital Based surgical rounds/ wound care, pediatrics and sports medicine. Competitive compensation package. Partnership opportunity for the right person. To apply please email letter of intent and CV to Kickturns@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION FT/PT - SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY
Available Immediately -Upscale private practice, coastal community in Atlantic County looking for a FT/PT associate. Buy in/Buy option. Modern facility, EMR, digital x-ray, supportive professional staff. Hospital privileges, no nursing homes, treating patients of all ages/conditions. Not just another routine practice! Email Shoredpm@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – GEORGIA
Join our Team! Thriving, five location, progressive, podiatry practice seeking a family-oriented Associate Podiatrist to build career and long-term relationship. Must be surgically trained (PSR-24/36) and have EMR experience. Position available in our Statesboro, GA location, one of the fastest growing cities in Georgia and home to Georgia Southern University. Associate will have full range of services and access to Surgical Center along with access to all of the latest diagnostic and therapeutic technologies. Email CV with Cover Letter to hr@atlanticfeet.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WHITE PLAINS, NY
Motivated, entrepreneurial, caring graduate from a 3 or 4 year residency program for White Plains, NY practice with solid patient base. Must also be willing to put in the effort to actively grow practice. Early opportunity for an equity position in the practice. Interested individuals should send their resume to east88footcare@aol.com
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 2 - PRACTICE FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
LOOKING TO PURCHASE A PRACTICE IN PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL
Obamacare!? Looking to get out...or stay? I am looking to purchase a practice in Palm Beach County, FL. Contact Ian S. Goldbaum, DPM at (561) 702-5637
DESIRABLE LOCATIONS TO SUBLET AND SHARE - NEW YORK
Midtown, Gramercy, Financial District and Plainview (North shore of Long Island) turn-key. Extremity MRI, Extremity CT scanner, diagnostic ultrasound, digital xray in selected offices. Fair Lawn ASC,LLC a dedicated certified ambulatory surgical center for foot and ankle surgery accepting applications for staff privileges 516 476-1815 PODO2345@AOL.COM
PRACTICE FOR SALE- ARIZONA
Central Arizona - between Phoenix and Tucson. Well established and very busy 35 year old solo-practice. High volume surgery and general practice with good cross-section of patients from pediatric to geriatric. Hospital, surgicenter and in-office surgery. Located in professional center. Contact E-mail: pmmpod@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NEW YORK METRO AREA
30 year old diversified practice fully equipped. High Gross High net revenue, reliable staff,low overhead, good leases. Dr. will stay on as long as requested to assure smooth transition great opportunity for podiatrist surgeon. Email rrranch7@yahoo.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE- HUDSON VALLEY, NY
Approximately 30 miles south of Albany. Well established 30 year podiatry practice. Doctor retiring. Includes all equipment. Owner will stay for easy transition. Grossing 500K+ Consistently. The practice primarily routine and diabetic foot care. Income less than 5% surgical. Reasonably priced. For additional info contact: footdoctor2015@yahoo.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHWEST FL
Multilocation (will separate) multidoctor practice in beautiful Southwest Florida . Practice has grossed over seven figures consistently and currently shows 10-15% growth in revenues with increase in new patients and patient visits. Practice has been professionally evaluated by Provider Resources. Only serious inquiries to this email address. This is a great practice in Paradise and a good opportunity for the right doctor or doctors. Email to: practiceforsaleswfla@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NEAR CHICAGO
Located in Elgin, Illinois, 30 miles northwest of Chicago. Fully furnished and equipped 3 exam room office, digital x-ray, US, EMR, good demographics, buyer can be independent or partner with group. Seller financing for qualified buyers. For info email dr.tcarr@gmail.com.
PRACTICE FOR SALE – CALIFORNIA
Well established podiatry practice for sale in the beautiful central coast of California. We are a comprehensive, state-of-the-art practice that includes surgical, palliative, wound care, and sports medicine opportunities. Five fully equipped treatment rooms with advanced technologies: EMR, digital x-ray, ultrasound, vascular diagnostics, etc. Our licensed medical staff are experienced and dedicated to the ongoing care of our patients. Revenues include product sales of custom orthotics, shoes, and braces. For further information, contact CaliforniaPodiatry@gmail.com
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