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May 28, 2024 #7,762  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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Car Crashes into Temple's School of Podiatry
A car crashed almost completely inside Temple University's School of Podiatry in Philadelphia's Chinatown section. It happened around 5 p.m. Thursday on 8th and Race streets. Luckily, no injuries were reported but the building is clearly in need of substantial repairs.
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Car Crashes into Temple's School of Podiatry |
Temple expects to know Friday how much repairs will cost. University officials said they expect minimal disruption to school operations. The cause of the crash is still being determined.
Source: ABC-6 News [5/24/24]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
MIS Bunion Surgery Leaves Nearly Invisible Scarring: TX Podiatrist
There’s nothing like a bulbous bunion or hammetoe to ruin a red carpet or summer sandal look. Austin-based podiatrist Anne Sharkey, DPM has a remedy. “MIS or minimal invision surgery, can correct bunions and hammertoes with nearly invisible scarring thanks to micro incisions that you don’t see after healing,” she says.
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The 60-to-90 minute x-ray guided procedure, which involves some discomfort and swelling, is done on an outpatient basis. Patients return to wearing soft-soled shoes such as sneakers in three weeks and high heels within three months.
Source: Elycia Rubin, Hollywood Reporter [5/25/24]
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR - PART 1 | |
NY Podiatrist Discusses What to Look for in a Pickleball Shoe
According to podiatrist Bruce Pinker, DPM, there are many considerations for choosing a pickleball shoe. Dr. Pinker says that pickleball shoes should be relatively lightweight, with a firm heel counter, adequate cushioning in the insole, and a supportive midsole for shock absorption. Aside from performance, ensure the shoe fits and provides enough airflow for your feet to breathe.
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Dr. Pinker tells us that shoes made with mesh are the best for breathability and are also quite common in sports shoes. He says that mesh can allow for air exchange to help lower the temperature of the feet inside the shoes, and decreased temperature can help prevent the occurrence of fungal foot conditions.
Source: Shannon Ullman, Shape [5/22/24]
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR - PART 2 | |
IL Podiatrist Discusses How to Choose Shoes for Swollen Feet
The key is to look for wide fits, adjustable details and flexible, breathable materials, says Mohammad Usman, DPM, a Chicago podiatric foot and ankle surgeon and owner of Michigan Avenue Podiatry. It’s also a good idea to get checked out by your doctor if you notice any new or unexpected foot swelling.
Knowing the cause of your swollen feet may help you figure out the best shoes for you. According to Dr. Usman, swelling may be caused by overuse and fatigue, heart failure, and other systemic circulatory conditions, infections (such as cellulitis), diabetic neuropathy, trauma or surgery. If you have swelling, you should make a visit to your podiatrist to determine the cause.
Source: Molly Calhoun, Forbes [5/21/24]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
NY Podiatrist to be Honored at CVPH Foundation Fundraiser
The Foundation of Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) invites the community to unleash their inner athlete during their annual evening of Olympic-themed fun to support the Foundation. Money raised from the event will go toward a number of programs that benefit CVPH patients, employees, and the community.
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During the event, The Foundation will also celebrate Joseph Donnery, DPM as this year’s recipient of the Larry W. Jeffords Legacy Award. Dr. Donnery has been a generous supporter and champion of The Foundation in a variety of ways for many years.
Source: Press-Republican [5/26/24]
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| PODIATRISTS AND THE LAW | |
FL Podiatrist Receives Two Life Sentences for Sexually Abusing Child
A local man convicted of sexually abusing a child received two life sentences this week. According to a news release from the State Attorney's Office of the 14th Judicial Circuit, 61-year-old Daniel Feitz of Panama City was sentenced Thursday to serve two life sentences: one for the sexual battery of a child younger than 12, and another for lewd or lascivious molestation. He also received a 15-year sentence for lewd or lascivious exhibition.
Source: Nathan Cobb, Panama City News Herald [5/24/24]
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WHO Updates List of Most Dangerous Drug-Resistant Pathogens
For the first time in seven years, the World Health Organization has updated its list of the most dangerous, antimicrobial resistant pathogens. The revised list includes 24 pathogens from 15 different families of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The revision was prompted by the growth of the problem. There were approximately 4.95 million deaths caused by antibiotic resistance across low- and middle-income countries in 2019 alone, according to the May 17 report.
New this year, is the inclusion of Gram-negative bacteria that are resistant to last-resort antibiotics, which the WHO calls special attention to. In its 2024 update, the WHO removed five pathogens that were listed in 2017, including: penicillin non-susceptible Streptococcus pneumoniae, vancomycin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, fluoroquinolone-resistant Campylobacter, clarithromycin-resistant Helicobacter pylori, and third-generation cephalosporin-resistant Providencia. There were three new additions to the list: macrolide-resistant Group A Streptococci, penicillin-resistant Group B Streptococci, and rifampicin-resistant Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
Source: Ashleigh Hollowell, Becker's Hospital Review [5/24/24] via Dr. Allen Jacobs
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Advocate for Your Profession and Your Practice
Here are some ways you can, and should, engage in grassroots advocacy for your practice, your patients, and yourself.
7. Contact your legislators. Send e-mails and letters and call your legislators. Whenever your professional society asks that you contact your legislator, do so. Ask your staff to do so as well. Make your voice heard.
Source: Lucien W. Roberts, III, MHA and Brooke L. Clinebell, RN, BSN, CPN, Physicians Practice [5/15/24]
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| QUERIES (CODING AND BILLING) | |
Query: Source for Reputable Coding and Billing Company
I’m a podiatrist practicing in Arlington, Virginia. I’m looking for a reputable company to do my billing and coding.
Damaneon Smith, DPM
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RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Source: Shahar Abergil via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 22,000 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 22,000 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@podiatrym.com or call (718) 897-9700 for details.SWIFT
SWIFT MICROWAVE THERAPY UNIT FOR SALE (FOR WART AND IPK REMOVAL)
Used fewer than 10 times – Excellent condition – includes Swift padded roller case perfect for multiple office locations – $19,500 (Note – A new unit from Emblation costs approximately $26k) – Please contact APodiatrist@gmail.com or text/call 845-729-0031.
PRACTICE AVAILABLE – CHICAGO SUBURBS
Established podiatric practice available, busy medical professionals building (multidiscipline specialties). Serves southwest Chicago suburbs 30 years. Independent practice exceptionally busy, treats wide range patients, all areas Podiatric/Surgical care (including diabetic wound care). 400 Patients month. Doctor tracking towards retirement. Percentage owned in building. Located ground level. Inquiries: docnic@att.net 708-870-4114, 708-423-3377
PRACTICE FOR SALE – WESTERN CONNECTICUT
Modern, well established practice. Fully equipped, digital X-ray, EMR, 3 treatment rooms. Low monthly overhead with immediate income. All aspects of podiatry including assisted living facilities. Great opportunity for practice expansion, new practitioner, or capital investment group to place physicians. Asking $165,000. Email: practiceforsalect@yahoo.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - INDIANA
Excellent opportunity for a new or existing podiatrist looking to grow or expand. Podiatry practice available for purchase with a minimal deposit down and assumption of the lease over a 5-year period. The practice location is in Montgomery County, Indiana. The office is furnished with office furniture, exam chairs, x-ray, and other equipment, etc. All patient charts and records will be included with the purchase of the practice. Interested parties only please email lindaz@achillespodiatry.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - UPSTATE NEW YORK
No money down, will finance, near 7 figure gross, mix of podiatric medicine and surgery, established 40+ year practice, office building also for sale or buyer can rent with option to buy, hospital privileges available. Retiring. Email: MD2333@aol.com
PRACTICE AVAILABLE – OCEAN COUNTY, NJ
Part-time practice available. Ideal for young practitioner. Great opportunity with minimal investment. On busy street close to local hospital. Space for two treatments rooms, one office, and waiting room. No managed care contracts, no EMR. Please no brokers. Contact: szandpm@comcast.net
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DEAN, SCHOOL OF PODIATRY – LAKE ERIE COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) seeks a Dean of Podiatry for their newly opened School of Podiatric Medicine. The school is seeking an experienced leader to spearhead strategic enhancement of the growing school. This individual must be committed to promoting and fostering excellence in teaching, research, professional practice, and service. The Dean will play an instrumental role in implementing programs aligning with LECOM’s mission to add to the quality of life of their neighbors by bringing total healthcare to the community. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled Submit your CV to: rachel@grantcooper.com
WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP - NEW YORK
CPME APPROVED 12 month fellowship, located at St. John's Episcopal Hospital in Queens, New York, beginning July 1st, 2024. Hospital and clinic environment, with onsite hyperbaric medicine. Working with infectious disease, general, vascular, and podiatric surgeons. -The wound care fellowship position pays a 6 figure salary for the year, 4 weeks of paid vacation, personal days and paid health benefits. Please contact or jtfootcare@gmail.com. EOE employer.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TEXAS
Very busy practice seeking full-time associate. Clinic and surgical private practice. Surgical training foot/rearfoot/ankle. Competitive pay and benefits! Great work environment. Midland/Odessa Texas. Email CV to Joseph.Morgan@stridecare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NYC
To Healthy Feet Podiatry, a boutique NYC sports-medicine practice is hiring a surgical podiatrist. If personable, motivated and looking to grow, we would be delighted to have you join. Strong compensation package offered: Starting $150k salary +bonus w/average $250k-300k+/year, health benefits and pension. https://tinyurl.com/ApplyTHFP
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LAFAYETTE, LOUISIANA
Full-time associate wanted to join established three physician practice with a very strong reputation. A very unique opportunity with a large new patient referral base for elective surgery and diabetic wounds/limbs salvage. Longstanding hospital and surgery center affiliations with an opportunity for surgery center ownership. Great long-term position with high income and benefits package for experienced physicians as well as new practitioners. Submit your CV to: lonmbaronne@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MULTIPLE POSITIONS AVAILABLE
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW WINDSOR, NY
Part-time podiatrist needed for busy, established practice in New Windsor, NY. Current podiatrist is retiring. In-house hematologist/oncologist and internal medicine referrals. Please contact mlopez@hvhgmd.com 845-670-7088.
FULL AND PART TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE - KY, MA, MD, PA, AND BUFFALO NY
Podiatrist owned and operated company offering positions servicing Nursing Homes and SNFs in Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and Buffalo, NY region. Generous pay structure. Inquire about other states. Send CV and inquiries to info@thepodiatrycompanyllc.com
FULL-TIME PODIATRIST - DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA
Join a Dynamic multi-specialty 6 location group with cutting-edge equipment, storefront presence, physical therapy. Competitive starting salary of $150k, with the potential to easily earn up $200k with bonus. Send CV to Cnunez1940@gmail.com (Texasfootdoctor.org)
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL FLORIDA
Looking for a highly motivated and skilled foot and ankle surgeon. Different types of foot, ankle and leg pathology. Varying ages. Full & part time podiatrist position needed. Latest computer system, digital X-ray, digital fluoroscopy, ultrasound and vascular Doppler. Very generous pay, yearly raises, healthcare, dental, vacations and holidays. Top public schools in Florida. 10 minutes from Cocoa Beach, 30 to Orlando airport, 45 to Disney World and Universal Studios. brevardfootandankle@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION WITH POTENTIAL OWNERSHIP AVAILABILITY - NORTH DALLAS
Unique opportunity for new grads or established DPMs. 30 year, well established practice, Doctors retiring. New Doctor to assume all Surgeries, established and new patients. All facets of podiatry. Opportunity to make it your own. Salary+Bonus+Opportunity for ownership. Inquiries cscjrlaw@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ASHEVILLE, NC
Join a well-established, busy and growing podiatric practice in Asheville, NC. We are fully integrated with the medical community. Applicants should be ethical, personable, hardworking, and committed to quality patient care. Competitive salary with bonus opportunities and a full range of benefits offered. Associate position can lead to partnership. Immediate start available. All candidates with valid NC license please send resume to JCMOOREDPM@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - QUEENS, BROOKLYN, AND STATEN ISLAND
Busy and rapidly expanding practice looking for a full time associate. Multiple locations in Queens, Brooklyn, and Staten Island, Bilingual preferred. Opportunity to take call. Great balance between surgery and medicine. Ideal for recent graduates. Competitive compensation. Please submit CV to careersmobilepodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FT MYERS, FL
Full schedule from day one in your own office. General podiatry, surgery, sports, wounds, many ancillaries and seasoned staff. Excellent for surgical boards cases. Competitive salary/ benefits. Growing, family community. Long-term opportunity with large established group. Excellent earning potential. FL License required. ABFAS BQ/BC preferred. Email: podiatrymanda@gmail.com
MOBILE PODIATRIST NEEDED - SAN DIEGO
Well-established and fast growing House-call podiatry practice (www.barefeet-podiatry.com) is looking for podiatrists to see patients in their homes, assisted living facilities, & skilled nursing facilities. We offer a flexible schedule (Part-Time/Full-time), excellent monthly compensation, and dedicated support staff. Immediate open position. Also July 2024 graduates are welcome. Please email CV to: barefeetpodiatry1@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ST. LOUIS, MO
Podiatry Associates Inc. looking for a Board Qualified/Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon to join our practice immediately. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced podiatrists. Independent practice, exceptionally busy, treats all areas including diabetic wound care, rearfoot & ankle surgery. Ownership available due to a retiring physician, willing to stay for transition. Family-oriented suburb 30 miles west of St. Louis. Inquiries: stcpod@att.net or 314.569.2739
ASSOCIATE POSITION- DC METRO AREA
Growing private podiatry practice in Maryland seeking motivated, hardworking full-time or part-time associate, surgically trained with good bedside manner. Includes one week of call/month. Strong diabetes and sports medicine population. AthenaHealth EMR, digital x-rays, 3-D orthotic scanning, MLS laser and physician-owned ASC. Email resumes to Amanda@insteppodiatrycenter.com
ASSOCIATE WITH PARTNERSHIP POTENTIAL! SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Busy six doctor, well established, state-of-the-art equipped, 2-location practice in Southwest Florida. Seeking a motivated, surgically trained, team player to join our Foot And Ankle family. Unrestricted wide scope of podiatric privileges at three local hospitals with corresponding emergency department call. Full variety of clinical options from sports medicine, wound care, trauma, forefoot/rearfoot/ankle surgical pathology, and professional high risk preventative management. Base salary, incentive bonus schedule, 401(k), medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, uniforms, and all marketing as well as professional dues provided. For more information or interview, contact 941-626-2997 by text.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FLORIDA
We are currently seeking a qualified candidate to join our mobile podiatry office team. This position offers flexible hours, with daily rate pay. The position is part-time, with the opportunity for growth within the company. We cover areas from Port St. Lucie to Vero Beach. If you are interested in joining our team and providing exceptional foot care services to our patients, please apply today. i.smith@kysopod.com
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST – ATLANTA, GEORGIA
Ankle & Foot Centers of America invites a Board Qualified/Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon to join our dynamic team in a bustling North-Atlanta suburb. This is an excellent opportunity for both newly graduated and experienced podiatrists. Step into a role with an immediate, substantial patient base due to a retiring physician. We pride ourselves on a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, and ample opportunities for professional development. Be part of a practice that values excellence in patient care and team collaboration. Interested candidates, please forward your CV to JoinUs@ankleandfootcenters.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - GREENVILLE, SC
Busy two-office practice with three doctors in Greenville SC seeking a full-time podiatry associate. Start date immediately. All aspects of podiatric surgery, medicine and biomechanics. Benefits include 401 K, malpractice, health and dental insurance, CME, short and long-term disability. PTO. (All other standard benefits) Please send cover letter with CV to podiatryresumes@upstatefootdocs.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ALABAMA, LOUISIANA, TENNESSEE, MISSISSIPPI OR FLORIDA
Aria Care Partners is seeking Mobile Podiatrists to work 1-2 days/week in skilled nursing facilities. All admin work is taken care of for you – you focus on clinical care. Guaranteed daily base rate plus competitive compensation and mileage reimbursement. All equipment provided. Have autonomy and make a true difference in an under-served population. New graduates or experienced practitioners are welcome! Email CV to: kcampbell@aria.care
ASSOCIATE POSIITION – GREATER CHICAGO
Mobile podiatry group serving Greater Chicago is looking for part-time associate (independent contractor with competitive reimbursement); all aspects of podiatry care; logistics, billing, instrumentation provided . Please contact at vadim.goshko@gmail.com or 312-375-6430
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