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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 15,809 Podiatrists Daily
May 30, 2014 #5,072  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRIC INVENTORS IN THE NEWS | |
HI Podiatrist Wins Third Place in Start-up Competition
Start-up Weekend is an international movement inspiring business development in places like London, Berlin, Paris, New York, and Chicago, to name a few. But Maui? Why not! Start-up weekend was held May 16th to 18th at the Maui Research & Technology Park in Kihei. Kihei podiatrist Dr. Steven King and his team won third place with a plan to develop shoes and boots that reduce stress fractures.
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King, a former Army officer, said he has been working on his advanced composite insoles idea for about eight years. His company, Kingetics, LLC, has received federal grants from the Department of Defense and the U.S. Army to develop the product.
Source: Brian Perry, The Maui News [5/26/14]
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| HOSPITAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
FL Podiatric Joins HRMC Wound Center
Olga Luepschen, DPM, has joined Highlands Regional Wound Center (HRMC), a service of Highlands Regional Medical Center. Dr. Luepschen also practices at Gentle Foot Care Center in Sebring and is on staff at Highlands Regional Medical Center.
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Dr. Olga Luepschen |
Dr. Luepschen is a member of the Florida Podiatric Medical Association and is Board Certified by the American Board of Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary Podiatric Medicine, as well as the American Academy of Wound Management. She holds a degree in podiatric medicine from California College of Podiatric Medicine in San Francisco.
Source: News-Sun [5/28/14]
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| PODIATRISTS AND DIABETES | |
AZ Podiatrist Named to Scientific Advisory Board of the Amputee Coalition
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David G. Armstrong, DPM, MD, PhD, Professor of Surgery and Director of the University of Arizona's Southern Arizona Limb Salvage Alliance (SALSA) has been named to the Scientific Medical Advisory Committee (SciMAC) of the Amputee Coalition. The Coalition is a world-wide education, advocacy, and research group dedicated to empower people with limb loss and to promote limb loss prevention.
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| PODIATRY AND STATE LEGISLATION | |
Podiatry Gets Vote as Medi-Cal Benefit in CA
In a floor vote yesterday, the Assembly unanimously agreed to make podiatric services a Medi-Cal benefit. Podiatry had been an optional Medi-Cal benefit until 2009 when it was cut because of budget constraints along with a number of other services, including optometry and adult dental services. Some of those services, including podiatry, were reinstated at rural clinics and rural federally qualified health centers after a court challenge, but most areas of California are not allowed to provide podiatry as a Medi-Cal benefit. That would change if AB 1868 by Assembly member Jimmy Gomez (D-Los Angeles) becomes law.
"This bill would reinstate full foot and ankle care by podiatrists in the Medi-Cal system," Gomez said on the Assembly floor yesterday. "Eliminating podiatric services from Medi-Cal has further exacerbated an already dire access problem for low-income and disabled communities."
Source: David Gorn, California Healthline [5/28/14]
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| HEALTHCARE NEWS | |
Two Gloves Are Better Than One
Despite pages upon pages of clinical studies that have proven the effectiveness of double-gloving in protecting surgical team members from sharps injuries, needlesticks, and infectious diseases such as HIV, and hepatitis B and C, the practice isn't yet routine. Time and again we hear that clinical proof is needed to drive change in the operating room. Well, here it is. A survey published in the journal Infection Control and Hospital Epidemiology (tinyurl.com/pdjoesh) reveals that 99% of polled surgeons suffered at least one needlestick in their careers. The problem, note the researchers, is that surgical glove punctures often go unnoticed during cases, meaning surgeons might be exposed to blood and associated infection risks without knowing it.
The researchers say glove puncture rates vary, although risks increase to as high as 70% during longer procedures as well as during surgeries requiring maximum effort in deep cavities and around bones. They further note that research shows the risk of blood contact is decreased from 70% with single gloves to as low as 2% with double gloves, likely because the inner glove was shown to remain intact in up to 82% of cases.
Source: Daniel Cook, OutPatient Surgery
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: Bunion Surgery on a Down's Patient
The patient is an otherwise healthy and high-functioning 17 year-old young man with Down's Syndrome. His chief complaint involves painful bilateral bunion deformities. Clinically, they are quite severe and his mother has found it difficult to find any shoes that fit and do not produce pain. There is a mild pes planus foot type.
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Weight-Bearing X-Rays of Bunion in Down's Patient |
I reviewed all of the standard conservative options. Surgery seems to be a reasonable choice, however, I question the patient's ability to be compliant with the necessary requirements for post-operative recovery - in this case, non-weight-bearing with cast and crutches seems likely. Based on the x-ray (IMA 22, HAA 55), what procedure would my colleagues recommend for this patient? What can be done to make post-operative management easier for this nice young man and his parents?
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| QUERIES (MEDICAL-LEGAL) | |
Query: Is Gmail HIPAA Secure?
My office uses Zixcorp to receive HIPAA-secure encrypted email with PHI (e.g., progress note transcriptions). I heard that that all gmail are now are "HIPAA secure encrypted email." Is it true that gmail can be a replacement for using Zixcorp?
Joe Boylan, DPM, Ridgefield, NJ
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Nurse Practitioners in a Podiatry Practice
What experiences have PM News readers had with hiring nurse practitioners for your practice? I would assume that this role would help with hospital consults and rounding, post-op visits, and wound care, for starters.
Randy Beckman, DPM, Houston, TX
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
RE: Clinical Trials for Podiatrists
From: Michelle Alex, DPM
With ACA & ICD-10, now more than ever, podiatrists need to start changing the way they practice. Ten years ago, I walked away from the limitations of insurance and started conducting clinical trials. I have never looked back! The majority of clinical trials in the field of foot disorders, foot care, and treatment of lower extremity disorders are being conducted by MDs and DOs. Podiatrists are highly qualified and can be considered as experts in the disorders and treatments related to the lower extremity. However, the majority of podiatrists are not taking advantage of the large number of clinical trials available to them.
By incorporating clinical research into your private practice, you increase the value of your business. By that, I mean increasing your revenues, profits, and equity should you decide to sell your practice or exit in some way. It's time for podiatrists to discover the lucrative world of clinical research.
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 2
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| CLASSIFIED ADS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - HOUSTON
Established "modern" practice looking for BC/BE podiatrist to take advantage of a unique opportunity. Located in a highly desirable area with good surgical volume, access to DME, lasers and expanding referral base with full time marketer. Not currently doing hospital work, minimal rearfoot surgery, no nursing homes or routine care. Prefer at least 2 years experience although qualified recent grads welcome. Salary plus bonus available, partnership after 1 year if criteria met. Send resume/CV to faajobs@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CHICAGO/CENTRAL ILLINOIS
Full & Part-time IMMEDIATE opportunity to provide care to residents in long-term care throughout Illinois. FT position includes health, disability, 401, auto/travel expenses. Full-time candidate must be willing to travel specified times during the month, or be located in central or downstate IL. Part-time opportunity offers very flexible scheduling. We have a 30 year history of providing exceptional care with appropriate reimbursement. Join our great team. Email queries/resumes to gh@podiatryplus.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION- INDIANA FISHERS/ANDERSON
If you’re talented, affable, dependable, and you always hustle, we’ve got full-time and part-time positions available. Like being a podiatrist, but tired of the administrative hassle? Join a resource rich practice with all the tools you’ll need to practice full-scale podiatry in a multi-office practice affiliated with a hospital residency program. Enrich yourself in a dynamic growing part of Indiana. Join the new revolution in podiatry…be a stakeholder in your destiny, not a casualty of the past. Send cover letter with C.V. and references to: larrydpm@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION -LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY
Immediate position leading to practice sale or imminent partnership/ownership. Single location multi-physician group. Senior doctor has run the practice 32 years. Large balanced patient base and diabetic population - diabetic shoe store. Office has great location, Traknet EMR, digital x-ray, PADnet. Hospital privileges with 2 local residencies. samuel10530@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PHILADELPHIA
Great full time opportunity for a surgically trained podiatrist in a 2-office full spectrum practice. Located in the suburbs of Philadelphia. You are highly motivated, board qualified and have great communication skills. Opportunity for a buy in / partnership in 2 years. Send cover letter and CV to info@qualityfootcare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Immediate associate position available. Applicant should be personal, self-motivated and independent. Will provide diabetic treatments, biomechanical exams, minor office procedures, major surgical corrections, in-home care. Great surgical growth potential. Competitive compensation package. Send letter of intent and CV to admin@blaskodpm.com
ASSOCIATE WANTED - SW FLORIDA
R U a superstar for immediate start. Southwest FL group looking or BC or BQ podiatric physician for dynamic and growing practice. Great starting salary, benefits and surgery volume. FL license a must. Send CV and why you are a superstar. mny1029@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – UPSTATE NY AND PENNSYLVANIA
A growing practice is seeking a motivated podiatrist to treat patients in Nursing Facilities in Upstate New York, Philadelphia PA, and Northeastern Pennsylvania (Scranton, Wilkes-Barre Area). Excellent opportunity for an energetic, ethical, and personable individual. Please send your CV and Cover Letter to tajdpm@verizon.net.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI
Excellent, long-term opportunity for ethical and motivated individual. Established practice featuring all aspects of podiatric medicine and surgery located in a nice, affordable city. Competitive salary with benefits and bonus structure. EMR, PadNet and diagnostic ultrasound. Position available immediately or will work with your schedule. E-mail CV to: Dr.fine@finefootcarecenter.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTH JERSEY - IMMEDIATE OPENING
Exceptional opportunity for a full time, surgically trained podiatrist to join our busy, well rounded, two office practice, covering all aspects of podiatry. Do you enjoy surgery, wound care, sports medicine, diabetic care, biomechanics, children, elderly and all ages in between, WE SEE IT ALL! We are also a hospital-based practice that is affiliated with a residency program. You are highly motivated, personable, have great communication skills and are looking for an opportunity for a future buy-in/partnership. If this describes you, please send cover letter and CV to superstarstaff1@gmail.com In the subject line of email, please write, "I am your next great associate.”
MEDICAL OFFICE FOR SALE - NY
Free standing Hyperbaric Center with Ancillary services (Podiatry, Massage, Acupuncture, Lymphedema). Located in the highest income area in Nassau County with large referral base and network. Located near major hospitals and rehabilitation centers. Great relationships with many local institutions, physician and organizations. Listed Price: $599,000. Contact Scott 516-487-1902
OFFICE AVAILABLE – BEAUTIFUL SOUTHEAST TENNESSEE
Want a great opportunity to practice WITHOUT harsh winters and high taxes? Well-equipped and beautifully decorated podiatry office with reasonable rent to build your practice. Essentially turn-key in nice professional office building with garage parking. Great quality of life in area known for its beauty and tolerable seasonal changes and many recreational options. NO PERSONAL INCOME TAX! Available for purchase, terms possible. Reply to ftdoc1005@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – CENTRAL NEW JERSEY
Perfect opportunity to purchase a practice in an ideal location. Office is located in a busy town center shopping and dining complex. Modern and fully equipped office in a building with other medical professionals. Easily accessible to major roadways and highways with visible signage at busy intersection. Excellent potential for increased revenue in a great town to own a practice. Owner financing may be available to qualified buyer. Serious inquiries only to healthnet708@gmail.com.
PART-TIME PRACTICE FOR SALE - GLENDALE CALIFORNIA
Rid yourself of totally relying on insurance payments for your services by using fluid Silicone implants. Great financial potential for an informed Podiatrist willing to promote this knowledge. Part-time practice also includes Medicare and cash pay patient base. Great location with low over head. 818-241-4781
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
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