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May 31, 2024 #7,775  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS - PART 1 | |
NY Podiatrist Warns Against Zero Drop Shoes or Walking Barefoot
Michael J. Trepal, DPM, a professor of surgery and academic dean at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, warned against wearing zero-drop shoes (in which your heel is not raised, but on the same level as your toes) or running barefoot. “Not only can a bare foot subject the skin on the bottom of the foot to injury, but [it] also supports poor mechanics against a non-deforming ground,” he said.
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“Especially in pediatric patients, I would avoid not opening laces and retying them when putting on,” Dr. Trepal said. “The support function of the shoe is lost or greatly reduced in an unlaced or under-laced shoe.” He noted that this is especially true with a flat or low-arch foot type, as those are prone to developing symptoms with inadequate support.
Source: BuzzFeed [5/23/24]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS - PART 2 | |
Podiatrists Reveal Telltale Signs of Plantar Fasciitis
Not sure if you're dealing with plantar fasciitis? There are several telltale signs to look out for: Arch pain: "When someone with plantar fasciitis puts their foot on the ground (from sitting to standing, for example), they will have a lot of pain in the arch. People with higher arches are more prone to this problem than [those with] flatter feet," says New York-based podiatrist Suzanne Levine, DPM.
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Drs. Suzanne Levine, Bradley Levitt, and Ashley Lee |
Heel pain: "Other causes of heel pain (such as fractures or contusions) will cause significant pain when one applies weight to their foot in the morning, but plantar fasciitis patients tend to see a reduction in their pain as they get moving," Bradley A. Levitt, DPM, a podiatric surgeon, reveals. Inability to walk barefoot: "People with plantar fasciitis find that walking barefoot, especially indoors on hardwood floors, is no longer comfortable. They will also find that non-supportive shoes can increase their pain," says Ashley Lee, DPM, a foot and ankle reconstructive surgeon at Northern Illinois Foot & Ankle Specialists.
Source: Chrissy Callahan and Jannely Espinal, Today
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
OH Podiatrist and Wife Donate $15,000 to Pave Exercise Trail
Madison Township trustees this week hosted an event to recognize people who played key roles in an improvement project at Bill Stanton Community Park. Trustees formally thanked two residents and some Lake County leaders for providing a large portion of funding to pave the park’s exercise trail.
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A brief ceremony to dedicate the path was held on May 29. Robert Barr, DPM and his wife Candice donated $15,000 to help pave the exercise trail. Dr. Barr is a podiatrist whose office is in Madison Village, and he and his wife live next door to Stanton Park. “The trail was only packed crushed asphalt at that time, and I could see that it was somewhat difficult for people who were not steady on their lower extremities and had balance issues,” he said.
Source: Bill DeBus, The News Herald [5/29/24]
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| FROM PM's CURRENT ISSUE | |
Several times a week, PM News posts an entire article from a recent issue of our partner, Podiatry Management Magazine. Please note that the views expressed in Podiatry Management Magazine do not necessarily reflect the views of PM News or Barry Block.
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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.
10. Know the costs. Ask your office manager to summarize your direct and indirect patient care costs. Share this information with legislators.
Source: Lucien W. Roberts, III, MHA and Brooke L. Clinebell, RN, BSN, CPN, Physicians Practice [5/15/24]
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| OIG NEWS | |
Medicare Remains Vulnerable to Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Related to Off-the-Shelf Orthotic Braces, Which May Result in Improper Payments and Impact the Health of Enrollees
Based on our review of the vulnerabilities identified in OIG’s prior work and our recent analysis of Medicare claims data, we identified issues related to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ oversight of off-the-shelf (OTS) braces. Our analysis of claims data for calendar years 2018 through 2020 showed, among other findings, that Medicare paid for OTS braces that were:
(1) potentially unallowable replacement braces that did not meet reasonable useful lifetime requirements, (2) ordered by providers who did not have treating relationships with enrollees, or (3) marketed to enrollees by telemarketers using prohibited direct solicitation.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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Safest way to go barefoot? |
Source: Submitted by Dr. Arthur Gudeon
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE AND FACULTY POSITIONS, AND FELLOWSHIPS | |
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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 ommunity. 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 – 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.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MULTIPLE POSITIONS AVAILABLE
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 POSITIONS - SOUTH CAROLINA
KG Health Partners Is seeking full-time and part-time podiatrists to provide mobile lower extremity care to long-term care residents in these territories: Greenvllle/Spartanburg, South Carolina; and Charleston, South Carolina. Monday through Friday schedule, competitive wages, malpractice Insurance, and benefits for full-time employees. Email CV to kgadmin@kghhealthpartners.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW JERSEY
Incredible opportunity, established practice seeking full-time associate to practice podiatric medicine and surgery in the Central Jersey area. Competitive salary + bonus, plus other benefits offered including 401k. Please send letter of interest and CV to nrandhawa@njpodiatrygroup.com
LOCUM TENENS TO ASSOCIATE – CHICAGO
Associates are looking for an experienced doc. 3 prime locations office space/buildings are fully equipped. EPATs, ultrasounds, lasers, Padnet, in-house physical therapy, DME, ortho supplies & equipment, surgery center, digital x-rays, Athena EMR For of the months of June, July & August. Associateship available for the podiatrist who can bring value to the practice and themselves. Email resume to chicagopodpractice@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MIDTOWN MANHATTAN
Looking for a full time/part time Podiatric Associate for a busy Midtown practice Please email CV to amaltese2185@yahoo.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 - 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 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 – 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
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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.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NO. WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NY
Long established, multigenerational patient base with steady stream of new visits. Modest asking price for practice and equipment (incl. digital x-ray). Willing to finance portions of sale. Professional condominium also for sale, or rent with purchase option. Email: jvpods@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – MASSACHUSETTS
Modern, well established since 1986. Busy, 75 new patients a month. All aspect of podiatric services. Fully equipped, certified EHR, laser, digital x-ray, vascular machine, Pad net. In-house billing, well run. Located within a mile from hospital. Owner is willing to stay as necessary during transition. Contact drwaw54@aol.com
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
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.
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