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May 29, 2013 #4,782 Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD

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Limit Flip-Flop Use to Beach and Pool: OH Podiatrist

Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer and it's the season of flip-flops, grilling, and swimming. All of those fun summer activities bring some risk, but it's manageable risk, according to Cleveland Clinic doctors, if you know what to watch for. Do you spend most of the summer flopping around in flip-flops? First, buy flip-flops that fit, so your toes aren't scraping the ground and they need to have some kind of support built into them. And, according to Clinic podiatrist Dr. Joy Rowland, you can't flip-flop your way through the summer.

Dr. Joy Rowland

"Am I dead set against flip-flops? No, (they're) for very limited use though. Wear them to the beach, wear them to the pool, wear them on vacation, but not to walk through big amusement parks for 3 or 4 or 6 hours a day," she said.

Source: Brian Duffy, WOIO [5/27/13]

NY Podiatrist Entertains at Furniture Store Grand Opening

To celebrate the opening of its two newest New York City stores, Bob's Discount Furniture will donate $27,000 to 16 schools and two youth-focused charities. The company operates three other New York stores in Queens and Manhattan. With the two new locations, Bob's will have 47 stores in nine states.

(L-R) Sheryl Nolletti, Executive Board Member of Heavenly Productions Foundation, Bob Kaufman, President of Bob's Discount Furniture, and Dr. Kathy Reilly Fallon, Chairwoman, Heavenly Productions Foundation

Company President and co-founder Bob Kaufman attended the Brooklyn store ribbon-cutting. Festivities included children's entertainment and a book giveaway and book signing with "Heavenly Skies & Lullabies" author Dr. Kathy Reilly Fallon. Fallon sang at a 2-hour concert with Andrew Bauer at the Grand Opening of the Brooklyn & Bronx Stores on Thursday, May 23, 2013.

Source: Furniture Today

Bret Ribotsky: When research is presented on the international level, how is being an American podiatrist perceived?

Dr. Vickie Driver

Vickie Driver: It often depends on which country. Most want to know how they can improve their training to mimic what we have in the U.S.  Often, when at medical meetings, we are thought as one of “the boys,” and when the thought turns to the role of the podiatrist, they often have to stop and remember that I am also one.

Dr. Robert D. Phillips

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Keep Your Practice's Personality Consistent

Your practice's brand personality, if it is consistent, will influence everything about your practice: its location; the colors and decor of your office; the ambiance; artwork; in-office music system; magazines; brochures; attire of everyone in the office; the personality of the people you hire; and perhaps most importantly, the day-to-day interactions that you and your staff have with patients. Otherwise, you're sending mixed messages.

Source: "201 Secrets of a High Performance Dental Practice" by Bob Levoy

Subject: Maternity Leave, Disability Openings

What's the best way to find someone to fill a position when an employee either becomes disabled or goes on maternity leave?

NJ Podiatrist

RE: Documenting Radiological Findings (Michael G. Warshaw, DPM)
From: Marc Katz, DPM

I think the solution is very simple. Just pick up a report from a radiologist and that's all you need. And yes, you can template some of it. Radiologists use templates daily for views and common findings. An example would be, "No fractures or dislocations were identified."

I make a report as a Dragon template that easily allows me to quickly choose views, locate the interpreting physician, etc. The rest is common sense.

Marc Katz, DPM, Tampa, FL, dr_mkatz@yahoo.com

RE: Square.com (Andy Dale, DPM)
From: Shannon Roesch, DPM

I started using the Square device in my office about 3 months ago. It's a great way to enforce timely payments without the high fees of other credit card processors. It comes in handy, especially with those flex benefit cards. The device is free, and it's really easy to use. The funds are posted to your account the next day.

I hesitated for a long time to get a credit card device. But now, I'm really glad I did it. Now, there's never an excuse for patients not to pay their outstanding balances.

Shannon Roesch, DPM, Floral Park, NY, shannon.roesch@gmail.com

RE: Square.com (Andy Dale, DPM)
From: Philbert Kuo, DPM

If you are considering Square.com, then also take a look at Paypal.com. I think it's about 5% less expensive. Do a Google search on mobile credit card readers and read the reviews to get a better understanding of what is available.

Philbert Kuo, DPM, Chesapeake, VA, philbertkuo@gmail.com

RE: Staff Makes it Difficult to Get Appointments
From: Gregory B. Nellis, DPM

I completely see the potential for office sabotage that is being discussed. However, there are two sides or more to a lot of things, and this may be one. Maybe some of your staff are looking at the book, at you, and listening to callers and trying to protect you. How many "black toes" have you rushed in for a little dried blood on a thick hallux nail? We don't know how to say no, or not today. If we were our own receptionists, we would never go home.

The only suggestion I would make is that if questionable in any way, they put the patient on hold, give you their chart or fill you in on the new patient, show you the book, and ask you how to fit them in. That should be a rare instance. Part of a good receptionist's job is to protect you, while availing patients to care as can be done reasonably.

Gregory B. Nellis, DPM, Gloversville, NY, gbndpm@yahoo.com

RE: Staff Makes it Difficult to Get Appointments (Bryan Markinson, DPM)
From: Robert Scott Steinberg, DPM

Not withstanding Dr. Markinson's practice management expertise, and the efficiencies he achieves by depending heavily on his staff, there are the realities of private practice that most of us still have to face on a day-to-day basis. First, let's go back to reality and the post that started this discussion. "Name withheld" was quite upset to hear what his/her staff was pulling, and had a secret shopper confirm his/her suspicions. Except for Dr. Markinson's off-topic scenario, it is very clear that staff can hurt a doctor's practice if they are not carefully monitored. Things are simple in my office. My staff asks. Novel, huh?

Robert Scott Steinberg, DPM, Schaumburg, IL, Doc@footsportsdoc.com

RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day

Message for the doctor?

Patients come in with the most unique shoes. Was this a message destined for me?

Submitted by Dr. Hartley Miltchin

SPACE AVAILABLE - NYC & LI

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PODIATRIST SEEKING EMPLOYMENT - PORTLAND, OR AREA

Motivated, highly surgical trained podiatrist seeking employment opportunity in the Portland, OR or Vancouver, WA area. Both hospital and office-based training. Please email inquiries to poddoc3890@gmail.com.

PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHWEST FL

Multilocation 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. EHR is already implemented with meaningful use criteria met. 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 - BROOKLYN, NY

28 year old practice in a desirable part of Brooklyn. EHR certified with stage 1 criteria successfully met. Practice has room to grow. Good mix of Medicare hazardous foot care; surgery and wounds. Low overhead. Priced to sell. Email Inquires to: brooklynpracticeforsale@gmail.com

PRACTICE FOR SALE - CALIFORNIA

Unique opportunity to purchase a very busy 50 year old practice in Coronado Ca. Large and stable patient and referral base with consistent new patient growth. Low overhead. Priced to sell. Great staff. Hospital privileges available. Willing to stay on for transition. Inquiries please email foothold@msn.com

IMMEDIATE OPENING OR PURCHASE IN DALLAS TX  

Turnkey in Dallas’ beautiful and prestigious Uptown neighborhood:   modern, fully furnished office in 24/7 security high rise and large patient base. There is tremendous growth potential in this affluent and diverse area. Perfect for new practitioner, to share, or second office.  afc1dfw@gmail.com

 ASSOCIATE POSITION – VIRGINIA
 
Established private practice, foot and ankle reconstruction and trauma management, strong referral base, ED trauma call. Hospital and surgery center privileges. Two locations with modern offices. ABPS qualified or certified. Competitive compensation package. Potential for position to lead to partnership. To apply, please email a letter of intent and CV to: vaposition@yahoo.com 

PRACTICE FOR SALE - WEST PALM BEACH FLORIDA
 
Well established successful West Palm Beach practice grossing $475K with excellent reputation and good referral base. Consistent new patient growth, great opportunity with increased gross revenue and surgical growth potential. EHR implemented with meaningful use criteria met. Great area to live and work. Serious inquires E- mail wpbfootdrs@gmail.com

PRACTICE FOR SALE IN CENTRAL FLORIDA 

33 year old practice grossing $550k seeing an average of 40 patients per day. Possible owner financing for both practice and large office building. Five year average profit margin of 35%. New Listing. For more information call Chas Smith at 863-688-1725 or email Chas@cpalliance.com

PODIATRIST FOR NURSING HOME CARE - MASSACHUSETTS

Excellent Opportunity. Seeking independent physician for growing nursing home podiatry care Work independently, make your own hours. Must do own billing. YOU KEEP 100% OF PROFITS. Must be personable and have good patient skills. Acquisition fee based position. Please e-mail CV and short bio to: americanmobile@verizon.net

ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL FLORIDA

Associate wanted for well-established practice in central Florida. Experienced support staff, malpractice coverage and health insurance provided. Excellent opportunity for a promising future, this position will provide for the possibility of partnership in the future. To apply please go to www.yourcareerinpodiatry.com

POSITIONS AVAILABLE - UPSTATE NY, DOWNSTATE NY,  BUFFALO AREA & CT

Looking for podiatrists to see residents in Nursing Homes. Great opportunity for supplemental or full time income. Email inquiries to phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com.

ASSOCIATE POSITION- DAYTON, OHIO

Join an established group practice in Dayton, Ohio excellent reputation, large referral base. Base Salary$120,000, benefits and bonus structure. EMR; diagnostic ultrasound; Padnet; CO2 and Cutera Laser for nails, all aspects of DME. We need well trained personable PSR24/36 surgeon. Future Buy-in available. Please send CV to Ohiomedical@aol.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - MASSACHUSSETS

Located near Boston. Busy multi-office podiatry practice looking to expand. Need extremely energetic dedicated individual. Must be PSR 12-24 trained, EMR, laser, vascular testing the works. Must have sense of humor. MA License, NH License A+! Surgery, sports medicine, pediatrics, shoe store. Please send resumes to resumesent11@comcast.net.

ASSOCIATE POSITION - VIRGINIA

Well-established practice in Arlington Virginia looking for first year associate DPM perhaps leading to purchase of office. Office is one block from metro and has onsite private parking for patients. Present owner is retiring but will aid with smooth transition. This practice has been in the same location for the 40 years and has an excellent referral base. Must be licensed to practice in the state of Virginia. Please contact drmichaelfine@aol.com. Cell Phone 703-582-5999.

PODIATRISTS NEEDED - LOS ANGELES, CA
 
Home Foot Care, Inc. Is looking for motivated podiatrists to provide quality mobile care to our home-bound patients. Flexible schedule, independence, great compensation. If interested, please email resume to homefootcare@hotmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - WASHINGTON, DC/ MD SUBURBS

Prominent, established two office practice seeking well rounded, personable, ethical individual with sharp medical and surgical skills. Must be 24/36 month trained, ABPS qualified or certified. Partnership opportunity with ownership potential. Competitive salary with benefits package. Please send CV to ponyrunner66@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - HAMPTON ROADS VIRGINIA

Needs to be highly motivated, INDEPENDENT and surgically-trained to join a successful 40+ year practice surrounded with water sports, beaches and hiking. PSR24/36; well versed in forefoot and rearfoot surgery, diabetic wound care, sports medicine and diagnostic ultrasound. Please email CV & cover letter to fixafoot@cox.net

ASSOCIATE WANTED - CENTRAL/SHORE AREA - TOMS RIVER, NJ

FT/PT Looking for a HIGHLY motivated, organized, ethical associate. EMR/digital 20/20 x-ray/NCV/vascular testing all on premises. Trauma, DM, wound care & large routine & children mix. Must have NJ license. Should be Board Qualified/Certified Potential for future BUY-IN Send CV to toesec@aol.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - NAPLES, FLORIDA

Great opportunity for PSR- 24/36 BE/BC podiatrist with strong surgical skills to join multi-office practice. Hospital privileges available at 648 bed hospital system, 200 bed hospital system and multiple surgical centers. Candidate should have the skills and desire to perform rearfoot/ankle surgery. Florida has a great scope of practice law and we rotate for ER call. Candidate needs to be ethical and motivated. Established practitioner or new practitioner. In a cover letter tell me why you should be selected for the team. Email cover letter and CV with subject line "I am your new team member." to: Drgordon@gulfcoastfootcare.com

FT OR PT ASSOCIATE - SOUTH JERSEY

Great opportunity for FT or PT associate starting July 2013 in established practice in South Jersey. EMR, FDA-approved Lasers for fungus. Will work with Board Certified/Qualified podiatrist. Must have New Jersey License. Diverse practice in a nice area with a pleasant environment. e-mail CV at hhfootdoctor@gmail.com

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