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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 20,000 Subscribers Daily
May 24, 2021 #6,956  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| Results of last week's poll |
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| PM NEWS QUICK POLL |
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What percentage of your patient encounters are related to improper footwear?
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| ACFAS NEWS | |
FL Podiatrist Receives the 2021 Christine Grossman Award
The 2021 Christine Grossman Award was presented to Amber Shane, DPM, FACFAS this week at ACFAS 2021 in Las Vegas. Each year, ACFAS honors the spouse of a Past ACFAS President recognizing their steadfast commitment and support of their significant other while they serve on the ACFAS Board. The award, presented by Jordan Grossman, DPM, FACFAS, is named for his late wife Christine who served as a perfect model for this honor as a tremendous source of support throughout Dr. Grossman’s career and tenure as president of the College, while she balanced her own career and their family.
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| Drs. Jordan Grossman and Amber Shane |
As this year’s recipient, Dr. Shane exemplifies the true meaning behind the recognition with her own personal dedication to the College as she gracefully balanced her own career as a foot and ankle surgeon while being the support system and rock for her two children and husband, past ACFAS President Christopher Reeves, DPM, MS, FACFAS.
Source: This Week @ACFAS [5/19/21]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
NY Podiatrist Spearheads Clothing Drive for Nursing Home Residents
Boy Scouts of America Troop 53 held a clothing drive for nursing home residents in New York City on May 17. Jessica Hansen, a Unit Commissioner within the Boy Scouts of America, brought the plight of nursing homes in the Bronx to the attention of BSA Troop 53 after learning of the work of Sam Carr, DPM. Dr. Carr, a Fair Lawn resident and podiatrist working in New York City, had been collecting clothing donations for needy Bronx nursing home residents for several years. However, the pandemic had led to an increase in demand for clothing donations.
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In an effort to meet the growing needs of these nursing homes, Troop 53 partnered with Dr. Carr and put out a call for clothing donations among the scouting community. Troop 53 was able to gather approximately 20 bags of lightly used clothing for the Bronx nursing home residents.
Source: Ryan Greff, Tapinto.net [5/21/21]
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| PODIATRISTS IN ACADEMIA | |
CA Podiatrist Wins USC Innovation Award
Dr. David G. Armstrong, Professor of Surgery and Director of the USC Limb Preservation Program, became the first podiatric surgeon to be awarded the 2020 USC Stevens Center Innovation Award.
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The award, which acknowledges top USC innovators, was given to Armstrong for his patent, “Method for Treating Subjects Suffering from Chronic Ulcers”, which was licensed earlier this year.
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
CA Podiatrist Explains How to Assess Sole Stiffness
According to podiatrist, Najwa Javed, DPM, founder of E’MAR Italy, a line of comfortable high heels, if you are looking for a stylish slip-on sneaker that has good support, you should “make sure the sole is stiff, which will help with keeping the arch of the foot stable and not allow for added heel and foot pressure.”
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How can you assess the stiffness of your soles? “Hold the shoe and make sure it does not bend or twist easily, which would cause the lower leg tendons to overwork and strain,” says Dr. Javed. Her other advice: “Look for a shoe with a heel counter [a small plastic insert located along the back seam of the shoe] that is stiff so that it can support your ankle, prevent you from slipping out of the shoe, and keep your toes from gripping too hard, causing corns.”
Source: Saanya Ali, Well + Good [5/16/21]
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| IN THE COURTS | |
OH Man Gets $2.75 Million After Foot Surgery Leads to Leg Amputation
The federal government will pay an Ohio man $2.75 million for a botched surgery at the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System that led to the amputation of his leg. Darwin Gurto, 58, of Pierpont, Ohio, initially was seen at the VA’s Podiatry Clinic in February 2015 for pain in his left ankle, which was causing instability and difficulty walking, according to the federal lawsuit he filed.
About 10 days later, he underwent a left ankle and mid-foot fusion by Dr. Rick Scanlan, a podiatrist. In September of that year, Gurto saw a different doctor in the VA’s Foot and Ankle Clinic, who told him his ankle was improperly fused, resulting in his having to hyperextend his knee to be able to get his foot flat on the ground. Gurto had an additional left ankle fusion on March 9 but continued to complain of pain. Following an infection and excision of the wound and removal of a bone stimulator in February 2017, Gurto underwent a below-the-knee amputation of his left leg on April 23, 2019.
Source: Paula Reed Ward, Trib Live [5/21/21]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
What Practices Must do to Assure Payment for Telehealth in 2021 - Part 1
The flourishing of telehealth in 2020 was driven not just by necessity, but also by a significant loosening of governmental regulations and reimbursement requirements by payors. To ensure that you will continue to be paid for your telehealth services, here are three best practices you should be aware of:
1. Check to see if your state has proposed or passed legislation requiring insurance companies to cover telehealth.
Your local medical societies are often a good source of this information. Several states are already passing regulations regarding telehealth reimbursement requirements. Determine exactly what the regulations are in your state, who it affects, and when it goes into effect.
Source: Terri Joy and Aimee Heckman, Phyisicans Practice [5/17/21]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
I am truly saddened to learn of the passing of Dr. Elba Chirel. It seems like yesterday when I attended Hy and Elba's wedding at the Swan Club on Long Island.
Having served with both Hy Chirel and Elba on the board of the Nassau County Division of the New York Podiatric Medical Association, I can honestly say that both Elba and Hy were two of the finest people I have ever worked with in our profession. They both had dedication and, even more so, integrity. Elba was president of our county society. Hy was president of our state society and served as executive director at a time when the strength of his character was badly needed. Elba's passing brings an end to a pleasant era in the history of our county society.
Elliot Udell, DPM, Hicksville, NY
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From: Dennis Shavelson, DPM
I disagree with Dr. Lockwood's statement that flip-flops have come a long way. They are not a substitute for other shoes for living life in. They offer little support, stability, and balance as they force a change in gait patterns and biomechanics that is disastrous to young and old. Their simple design and their overuse (more flip-flops are sold in the USA than sneakers) are responsible for a host of injuries of the foot, lower leg, and posture that would be avoided by wearing more civilized footgear. Studies show that individuals with flat feet and other foot issues (most of us) should be advised to wear shoes with better support, stability, and balance properties.
Flip-flops foster pathological rearfoot pronatory moments and forefoot supinatory moments as they force the toes to grasp and hammer as stabilizers that more substantial shoes dampen. I have recently relocated from NYC to Tampa, FL and I am concerned as I visualize the active and youthful populations living in flip-flops 80% of the time (my own family) with disastrous biomechanical impact on their feet, postures, and their ability to perform tasks.
Summarily, flip-flops cannot be supportive and comfortable. They never will “come a long way” and there are no “good ones”.
Dennis Shavelson, DPM, Tampa, FL
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RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Does this qualify as an AFO? |
Source: Sergio Rossi Collection
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – CT, DE, PA, OH, MO, TN, FL
PediRite provides care to nursing home residents. Excellent opportunities working in our contracted facilities. Flexible scheduling, very lucrative commissions! Great match if you have open days/hours in your schedule. Work available in DE, OH, PA, MO, TN, PA, CT. Resume to sara@sightrite.com (sign on bonus for CT and DE.
SSOCIATE POSITION - ORANGE COUNTY, CA
Part-time or full-time positions available for immediate consideration. Must have completed 3-year residency and board qualification or certification. Email CV and bio to podiatryoc@gmail.com.
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 grosAs practice for 200k with sale of home/ office. North shore, Nassau county, Long Island. Contact: bombbustr7@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - UPSTATE SOUTH CAROLINA
Well established practice is looking to expand and have eventual partner and possible even transition to possible buyout. Compensation along with retirement, health insurance, malpractice, vacation, etc. Look for pleasant person, preferably a doctor to become Rearfoot and Ankle certified, along with skills in wound care and general foot-care. We have a large referral base and newer office, digital x-ray, lasers, EMR, etc. Please send CV to scfootdoc@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION NEEDED - TX/AR
Very busy podiatry practice with multiple locations in Texas and Arkansas with high patient volume is seeking motivated, surgically trained podiatrist. Fellowship trained, billing/coding experience preferred but not required. Guaranteed salary plus strong bonus structure. Included is 2 week vacation per year, malpractice insurance, and CMEs. Current full time associate averages approximately $210,000 per year with partnership opportunity available. If interested, please send letter of intent and CV to advancedfootandanklecare@yahoo.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. Salary plus bonus, or independent contractor agreement. Existing patients’ base. Net $250-325K. logistics are provided. Full- and part-time are available. Contact vadim.goshko@gmail.com
PODIATRIST POSITION – ORLANDO/DAYTONA FLORIDA TERRITORY
Join a podiatric team whose work positively impacts the lives of seniors every day! KG Health Partners, the largest podiatric practice in Florida, is seeking full and part-time podiatrists who will provide mobile-based foot, ankle, and lower leg care to residents living in long-term facilities in the Orlando/Daytona Florida territory. Achieve work-life balance with a Monday through Friday schedule, competitive wages, malpractice insurance, and exceptional benefits for full-time employees (health, paid time off, 401K retirement plan with company match). You must maintain active Medicare and Florida licenses. Email CV to kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – NEW JERSEY
2 P/T podiatrists needed for New Jersey nursing homes, assisted living facilities. Must have active NJ Podiatry license, NJ Medicare provider number, own malpractice policy, CDS/DEA licenses. Also needed for Long Island Podiatry practice, office, house calls, senior centers, assisted living facilities. Surgical skills a plus. Email CV jaypurvin@gmail.com before calling 516-375-9224.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MIDWEST UNITED STATES
ONCE IN LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY to join a thriving practice with instant patient volume. State of the art practice with advanced derm, limb, salvage, sports med, pediatrics and in-office-lasers. Seeking an ambitious DPM with surgical and patient management skills. Early board-certification with ability to outpace your peers economically. Buy-in anticipated after initial contract. Starting six figure salary with generous bonuses. No nursing homes. Perks include: Paid Med-Mal, Vacation, Hospital Dues, Medical Organizational Dues, Health & Disability Insurance, Phone & Car Allowances, 401k Accessible/5K Signing Bonus. DPMPROFESSIONAL2021@GMAIL.COM
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTH CAROLINA
Seeking full-time associate. Both strong clinical and surgical skills required. Training with diabetes and limb salvage a plus. Hospital and surgical center privileges. Compensation with base and bonus structure. Benefits include: medical insurance, paid vacation, paid holidays, paid CME, malpractice. Position available 9/1/21. NC license not required. Please send cv to RussAllen25@gmail.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 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.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - CONNECTICUT and RHODE ISLAND
Looking for reliable and ethical podiatrists to service Nursing Homes and Skilled Nursing Facilities in CT and RI. Send inquiries and CV to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - HUDSON VALLEY, NY
Moving out of a city after the pandemic? The Hudson valley area is thriving. And with a well-established podiatry practice for almost 50 years, our reputation and practice has grown… even after Covid. With multiple up to date offices and podiatrists, our busy practice takes on wound care, diabetic limb salvage, sports medicine, routine care, and all surgical aspects of podiatry We offer a very competitive salary, health benefits, 401K, malpractice insurance, PTO, pension, and CME allowance. But more importantly we provide a great culture to work in and a wonderful place to live and raise a family for years to come. simspodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTH FLORIDA
Busy practice looking to hire a full-time podiatrist to join our medical team. Diverse practice with a balance of office, wound care, hospital and elective/trauma surgical cases. Multiple office and hospital locations, Looking for a board certified/qualified applicant who is motivated and a team player. Please send CV to dhansen@lamedicalpb.com
FULL-TIME or PART-TIME PODIATRIST - DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA
PSR 24-36 Trained Multi-dimensional, Multi-office group treating a wide range of patients to include: forefoot, rearfoot, diabetic wound care, sports medicine and work-related injuries. Modern offices and equipment. A great opportunity for driven personable individual. Please e-mail Cover letter, CV, short introduction video Email: cnunez1940@gmail.com
FULLTIME PODIATRIST - DC METRO AREA (NORTHERN VA, WAHSINGTON, DC)
We are a fast-growing podiatry practice in Northern Virginia with two locations (Capitol Hill, DC and Leesburg, VA). We are currently looking for a full-time motivated and caring Doctor to join our busy practice. Must be self-starting and willing to build own patient base. Some benefits include: competitive salary, guaranteed bonus structure, health insurance, paid malpractice insurance. Great prospects for 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 lansdownepodiatry@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTH FLORIDA
Practice with sports medicine, digital x-rays, laser, surgery and wound care. Compensation is salary plus benefits and bonus. Email for details floridafootdoctor1@gmail.com
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PRACTICE FOR SALE - NW NEW JERSEY
35 year old practice, all aspects of podiatry. Loyal patient following, large physician referral base. EHR, staff in place. Low overhead. Great potential for surgically oriented podiatrist. Will stay for transition if desired. 201-317-0758.
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 - MINNESOTA
Podiatry practice for sale. Doctor and staff retiring; currently working 24 hours a week. C&C practice. No surgery, no x-rays, no electronic records. Equipment is more than 35 years old. Office building space may not be available to new buyer. Make an offer. DPM4Sale80@gmail.com.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NORTHERN UTAH
Part time office practice for sale in northern Utah. Perfect for new grad to build with surgical and DME offerings. Perfect for DPM downsizing for two days a week. Utah is the fastest growing state over the past decade with every recreational venue imaginable. Make it yours! 801-888-0146.
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.
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - CURAMEDIX ESWT SHOCKWAVE MACHINE
Barely used (less than 5 day’s usage). Model - Duolith SD1 TT. Purchased Nov 2018. All manuals, 2 heads, brochures, rolling cart/basket. Price - Asking $39,000. Local pick up/transport arranged by buyer. Contact: breirycruz@drschoene.com / 847-263-6073.
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