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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,343 Subscribers Daily
May 23, 2016 #5,669  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PM NEWS QUICK POLL RESULTS |
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Results of last week's quick poll |
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Have you contacted your senators about the Department of Veterans Affairs Provider Equity Act? |
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| PODIATRY GUILD NEWS | |
Podiatry Guild Announces Election Results
The results of the 2016 Election of Officers of the First National Guild have been certified to the Office and Professional Employees International Union. Twenty three nominees from 9 states were nominated by the membership for nine positions. After nominations closed, ballots and prepaid return envelops were distributed to the membership. The results are:
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Dr. John Mattiacci |
President, John Mattiacci, DPM (PA), Secretary Treasurer, Hal Ornstein, DPM (NJ), First Vice President, Michael Wodka, DPM (NY), Second Vice President, Brent Parry, DPM (IL), Third Vice President, Robert Herpen, DPM (PA), Recording Secretary, Ed Smith, DPM (VT), Trustees: Terence McDonald, DPM (FL), Philip Morreal, DPM (IO), Gary Stones, DPM (NY)
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS | |
PA Podiatrist to be Inducted into Philadelphia Jewish Sports Hall of Fame
Marathoner Dr. Ira Meyers of Warrington doesn't have far to run if his feet need tending to after a hard day at the races. After all, the much-honored track and field star is also a podiatrist. Now the Bucks County resident is being recognized for his championship efforts: Dr. Ira Meyers is part of the select class of accomplished athletes being honored by and inducted into the Philadelphia Jewish Sports Hall of Fame/Adolph and Rose Levis Museum on May 26. Ceremonies are set for the Gershman Y in Center City Philly.
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Dr. Ira Meyers - Winning the Philadelphia Marathon |
At 56, native New Yorker Meyers has a lot of miles on him; he has been competing in cross country and marathons since helming his state championship team in high school, back in 1974, then adding to his many medals and honors while attending the College of William and Mary, where the All-East athlete set the college's record in the 10,000 meters. He also was part of the half-marathon gold medal-winning team in the Maccabiah Games as a college junior. He moved to the Philadelphia area in the ’80s where he graduated from the then Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine and won the Philadelphia Marathon.
Source: Michael Elkin, The Intelligencer [5/18/16]
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
Chuck Taylors are Nothing More Than a “Glorified Sock" - TX Podiatrist
You’d be hard pressed to find somebody in the United States who doesn’t know what a Chuck Taylor is. Originally called the All Star, it was Converse’s first athletic shoe launched in 1917 and made enormously popular by Mr. Taylor (an athlete himself who also had such a knack for getting basketball pros to wear the shoe on the court that the company later renamed it after him in 1932).
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Dr. Leslie Campbell and Chuck Taylors |
But what do podiatrists — you know, actual doctors who want you to live your best life — think about them? Dr. Leslie Campbell, a podiatrist based in Allen, Texas, considers Chucks nothing more than a “glorified sock without adequate support or stability and minimal to no shock absorption. For those who have no particular foot complaints (pain), they are designed for the consumer moved by fashion and trends, not the individual seeking foot health.”
Source: James Cave, Huffington Post [5/19/16]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) | |
From: Richard Rettig, DPM
Dr. Peacock tells an anecdotal story about a patient whose wound healed faster when it was allowed to form a dry eschar scab. At the risk of being called a heretic, I have found similar results in my practice - in those presenting with hard eschar. I had a patient in a nursing home many years ago with a hard dry eschar-covered wound. I preceded to debride it away, and commenced moist wound care. The charge nurse had a fit, lambasting me for converting this easy-to-care-for stable eschar-covered wound into a wound that requires active care.
We seek out 'maintaining a moist environment', but what almost all of us fail to recognize is that this hard dry stable eschar totally seals off the wound hermetically and naturally, providing a physiologically moist environment underneath.
So I have found that a hard dry stable scab eschar is absolutely consistent with moist wound healing, and needs no debridement and no Santyl enzymatic debridement either. I have wanted to get that off my chest for many years. Now call me a heretic. Mom knew best when she told us "Don't pick your scab"!
Richard Rettig, DPM, Philadelphia, PA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1A | |
From: Carl Ganio, DPM
After almost 3 decades in private practice, I now work for the VA as a podiatrist. The AAOS misrepresented the facts in my opinion. The Department of Veterans Affairs is well aware of the training and scope of practice of the podiatrist. Parity has nothing to do with the old turf battle between our professions. It has nothing to do with what we are capable of doing, procedures, the OR, etc.
It is about being considered a “physician” by the VA. Our dental colleagues are included as physicians in Title 38… they follow the same pay scales that orthopedic surgeons do… Why not podiatry? Yes, It would allow for a salary bump in most cases…
Editor's note: Dr. Ganio's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1B | |
From: Narmo L. Ortiz, Jr., DPM
After a few years of reading countless opinions, statements, and rebuttals in PM News about achieving parity for our profession, I am still amazed at the ongoing apparent "ignorance" of many of our colleagues on both sides of the debate. Has anyone ever taken the time to look at the history of osteopathic medicine in the United States and learn that DOs struggled for over 50 years to attain parity with allopathic medicine and when obtained, they kept their DO designation and principles? With all the progress and improvement in a DPM's education and training, why are we still fighting each other?
Like many of my colleagues, I work in a hospital system alongside MDs and DOs. We consult each other, collaborate with each other and respect each other's expertise in our chosen specialties. Yes, ladies and gentlemen, it is called a TEAM, and who benefits?: the PATIENT.
I applaud the APMA's efforts in responding to the misinformation provided by those who still seek to keep us on the sidelines, and in closing, with all due respect to some of the scholars and experienced colleagues (DPMs, MDs, and DOs alike) who still support such misinformation, I would hate to think that the real reason for this debacle and lack of unity to support the advancement of DPMs to parity (while maintaining our designation and principles) is to serve an egotistical and self-grandiose purpose.
Narmo L. Ortiz, Jr., DPM, Lakeland, FL.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CODINGLINE CORNER) | |
From: Don R Blum, DPM
There might be a better ICD 10 code than this, but this is the one I found.
V84.7 Person on outside of special agricultural vehicle injured in non-traffic accident
V84.7XXA is a specific ICD-10-CM diagnosis code V84.7XXA …… initial encounter
V84.7XXD is a specific ICD-10-CM diagnosis code V84.7XXD …… subsequent encounter
V84.7XXS is a specific ICD-10-CM diagnosis code V84.7XXS …… sequela
From: Don R Blum, DPM, Dallas, TX
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (RELEVANT RESEACH) | |
From: Robert Scott Steinberg, DPM
Robert S. Steinberg, DPM, Schaumburg, IL
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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What to wear when seeing the new Angry Birds movie? |
Source: lachschon.de via Raphael Böhm, Germany
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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 1 ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - REGO PARK, QUEENS, NY
A well-established fast pace podiatry practice seeking a highly motivated professional with excellent bed side manners to work PT. The candidate should be well verse in all aspects of podiatry, excellent clinical skills and charting. Send CV to Advancedwalk3@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY
PT or FT. PMSR/36. Energetic, Intelligent, motivated Podiatrist. Great opportunities. EHR/digital x-ray/ DME Board qualified/certified. Email resume: njfootdr722@gmail.com
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 - SUBURBAN PHILADELPHIA
A well-established, podiatry practice located in suburban Philadelphia, is seeking a BE/BC podiatrist to join our team. The ideal candidate is a highly skilled, personable, and hardworking physician with an interest in partnership. Please forward cover letter and a current CV via email to podiatrymgmt@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHEAST VIRGINIA
Group practice seeking personable well trained podiatrist. ABFAS Qualified/Certified. Newly trained or established practitioners welcome. Must be motivated with excellent clinical, charting and surgical skills – comfortable with all aspects of podiatry. Practice currently serves three locations, all with modern conveniences and experienced support staff. Competitive compensation package. Send email of intent (subject: New Associate) with CV to: 1footassociate@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 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 POSITIONS – WI, MO, KS, and LA
Preferred Podiatry Group, P.C., a national leader in long-term care podiatry for over forty years, is looking to add additional providers in several areas. We have immediate availability for providers in Wisconsin and Missouri and will be hiring for Kansas and Louisiana in the next few weeks. We offer a competitive salary and other benefits for the right candidates. For additional information please contact Dr. Chris Kestner at ckestner@preferredpodiatry.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.
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- VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA
Associate leading to partnership. Board qualified of certified (ABPS) PSR 24/36), Part time/full time Podiatrist for Busy multifaceted general Podiatry practice with large surgical volume. Good referral base. Full hospital privileges, opportunity to buy in to ASC. Send CV to officemail1@cox.net.
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 2 - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE – FAIRFIELD COUNTY
31 year old Fairfield County practice with long-standing repeat/referral base and excellent community/medical site ratings for sale. Practice encompasses all aspects of podiatric care. Office well-equipped and located in modern medical building with transferrable lease. DPM on staff at major local hospital with affiliated surgical center. Interested parties contact CTPodiatrist1985@gmail.com.
PRACTICE FOR SALE – SOUTH FLORIDA
Priced to sell. Well-established, turn-key podiatry practice in Delray Beach, Florida. EHR compliant and includes all equipment. All office-based revenue with huge upside. Low overhead, No HMO's. For more information please contact me via email at: delraybeachpodiatryforsale@yahoo.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.
PRACTICES WANTED TO BUY - NEW JERSEY
Seeking a practice to buy or buy into in New Jersey. Prefer buying a practice but will consider partnership or independent contractorship. Well trained in conservative care, wound care, DME and orthotics, sports medicine, forefoot surgery etc. Please email gardenstatefootdoc@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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