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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 16,979 Subscribers Daily
June 04, 2015 #5,385  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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COPYRIGHT 2015- No part of PM News can be reproduced without the
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Attention Graduating Podiatry Students
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
OH Podiatrist Discusses ESWT for Heel Pain
It's one of the top reasons people are sidelined from walking or running; heel pain. But a therapy might help cure it. Dr. Kristin Titko said, “It is called the ESWT machine, and it stands for Extra Corporeal Shock Wave therapy.
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Dr. Kristin Titko |
It sounds like shock therapy for the brain; it's not like shock therapy for the brain. It's actually sound waves and the sound waves penetrate or hit the foot which breaks up scar tissue that’s inside, putting a chronic problem such as heel pain into an acute injury so the body can repair itself.
Source: Liz Bonis, local12.com [6/2/15]
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| APMA COMPONENT NEWS | |
OPMA Partners with Soles4Souls in Shoe Drive
The Oregon Podiatric Medical Association partnered with Soles4Souls to distribute new and gently worn shoes to those in need. Soles4Souls was founded in 2007 and has distributed more than 22 million pairs of shoes in 127 different countries.
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Dr. Ejiro Isiorho |
The 18 podiatry practices that participated in the drive locally were able to collect and donate over $3,500 total and a remarkable 1,250 pairs of shoes from Dr. Ejiro Isiorho's Corrective Step Foot Health Center LLC office.
Source: Regal Courier [6/1/15]
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
NY Podiatrist Comments on Full-Time Flats vs. Get-Ahead Office Heels
The dilemma: You've finally found a pair of cute yet podiatrist-approved comfortable shoes, but they don't really go with your power outfits. Is it better to have happy feet or versatile ones? The advice: While it's obviously healthier for your feet to favor supportive flats over stilettos (which have been proven to shorten the calf muscles), it's not a good idea to wear any type of shoe all of the time, says Hillary Brenner, DPM, a podiatric surgeon and a spokesperson for the American Podiatric Medical Association.
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Dr. Hillary Brenner |
If you wear flats exclusively, your tolerance for heels could decrease to the point where you'll feel miserable wearing them to formal events like a presentation or a wedding, and you'll risk rolling your ankle and straining your ligaments. To keep your foot muscles flexible and your shoe confidence high, Brenner recommends regularly varying your heel height from flats to two-inch heels -- and never walking very far in heels higher than that.
Source: The Huffington Post [6/1/15]
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| MEDICARE NEWS | |
CMS Releases 2013 Hospital, Physician Data
The opening of this week’s Health Datapalooza conference in Washington was the setting for a new Medicare data dump on physician and hospital inpatient/outpatient payment and utilization rates.
This is the third annual release of data as part of the Obama administration’s information transparency initiative to promote increased quality of care and more informed healthcare spending by consumers. A link to the inpatient dataset is here, the outpatient dataset is here, and the physician/supplier dataset is here.
Source: Joseph Goedert, Health Data Management [6/2/15]
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| E-HEALTH NEWS | |
CMS Opens its Data to the Private Sector
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services will make its data available to the private sector for the first time, the agency’s acting administrator announced Tuesday in Washington. Previously, CMS data has only been available to researchers not intending to develop commercial products. It now will be available to innovators and entrepreneurs, CMS Acting Administrator Andy Slavitt said at the Health Datapalooza conference. “We do this with the clear expectation that you will create new streams of tools to improve care.”
CMS will further allow companies to combine the agency’s data with private data. “In taking this step, we challenge others with proprietary data to follow our lead and remove barriers to getting better care faster,” Slavitt said. “It will be good for everybody.” In a statement, CMS noted that the data would not permit identification of patients, but would provide the identity of providers of care. The agency in September 2015 will start accepting research requests.
Source: Brian M. Kalish, Health Data Management [6/2/15]
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Source for XiScan
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XiScan |
Does anyone know if these hand-held, portable, fluoroscopy units are still manufactured or available? They were available in the early '90s, but I can't seem to locate the manufacturer.
Hartley Miltchin, DPM, Toronto, Canada
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1A | |
From: Michael Levi, DPM
I've volunteered for 26 years at the Venice Family Clinic on 604 Rose Ave., Venice CA. I started the podiatry clinic and we are always happy to have volunteers. The doctor must be licensed in the state of California.
Michael Levi, DPM, Santa Monica, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1B | |
From: Michael J. Schneider, DPM
Check the rescue missions, indigent facilities, etc. If you have the desire, you may want to do housecalls for the homebound. Feel free to contact me as I do all. It's great payback and very rewarding. Good luck!
Michael J. Schneider, DPM, Denver, CO
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1C | |
From: Jeanine Jones Moss, DPM
Contact the health clinics in your area that provide free medical care to the uninsured or under-insured. They will appreciate any time you can volunteer because podiatry services are usually under-represented when medical volunteers are requested. The clinics will usually provide all of the supplies and space you will need.
Jeanine Jones Moss, DPM, Mcdonough, GA
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Dumb and Dumber Shoe? |
Source: Jeffrey Campbell Furry Boots via Pinterest
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MEETING NOTICES
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - DOTHAN OR BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA AREA
Personable, hard-working energetic podiatrist needed for practice in Dothan or Birmingham, Alabama. Must be surgically trained. Experience preferred. Please respond by June 15th, 2015 send email to Cahabapodiatry1@gmail.com
PART-TIME ASSOCIATE WANTED - WHITE PLAINS/YONKERS, NY
Busy White Plains/Yonkers practice seeks part time podiatry associate for 3-4 days per week. Salary negotiable. Surgical training a plus but not a necessity. Spanish speaking a big plus but not a necessity. Will get associate surgery center and/or hospital privileges. Please call 914-325-9198.
IMMEDIATE POSITIONS AVAILABLE - ALBANY, QUEENS, AND WESTCHESTER
Looking for podiatrists to see residents in nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities across New York, especially in Albany, Queens and Westchester. Great opportunity for full-time or part-time income or for those graduating and looking to supplement an associate's salary. Positions available immediately! Inquiries to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE- NORTH GEORGIA/CHATTANOOGA AREA
Busy group practice located in Chattanooga/North Georgia area seeking a growth-oriented individual with a strong work ethic to join our expanding 5 physician TEAM. Must have PMS 36. Can be out or residency or just looking for a change in practice environment. Established patient base with tremendous growth opportunity. Associate with partnership potential. Chattanooga offers a strong music and arts culture, unrivaled outdoor amenities, and a government/populace committed to sustainable development. Competitive Salary and benefits. Bilingual (Spanish) an asset. Email cover letter and CV to hr@advfootcare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Very busy practice seeking a full-time, self-motivated and hard-working podiatry associate. Competitive salary offered. Please email CV to: podiatrists@icloud.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - KANSAS CITY
You're not looking for a typical podiatry practice. We're not looking for the typical podiatrist. We need another doctor who understands the importance of creating an amazing patient experience as much as providing great medical care. You will be working with doctors who are committed to your success. If you are an entrepreneurial-minded doctor who wants to grow and eventually own part of an already successful practice, go to: www.YourFutureInPodiatry.com for full details.
ASSOCIATE POSITION FT/PT - SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY
Available Immediately -Upscale private practice, coastal community in Atlantic County looking for a FT/PT associate. Buy in/Buy option. Modern facility, EMR, digital x-ray, supportive professional staff. Hospital privileges, no nursing homes, treating patients of all ages/conditions. Not just another routine practice! Email Shoredpm@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTHERN DELAWARE
Progressive nine doctor group looking for associate. Multiple state of the art offices and hospital options. There is a current PM&S 36 program in one facility. All types of podiatric care available; office based, wound care and surgery. Send CV to Savage6026@comcast.net www.brandywinepodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – EL PASO, TX
Busy practice seeking a full-time, self-motivated and hard-working podiatry associate to help with second office. Competitive salary offered. Please email CV to: buffdlr1@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CALIFORNIA
The Foot Doctors of Santa Cruz County is a multi-office podiatric group looking for a self-motivated, committed podiatrist with a CA license. Offices are up-to-date with EMR and digital x-ray. Duties include all aspects of podiatry including wound care, surgical cases and nursing homes. There is great surgical growth potential. Must intend to reside locally. Send CV to: srfctysc@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – JACKSONVILLE, FL
Looking for an idyllic lifestyle? Join a full service, group podiatry practice in Jacksonville, FL. It’s a fabulous place to live and raise a family. Access beautiful beaches and neighborhoods with low cost of living. Compensation: 30% of net collections with guarantee against net collections. Benefits: office overhead, health and medical malpractice insurance, paid vacation, clerical and clinical support staff, and billing service. Partnership opportunity within 5 years. Contact: padler@adlerpodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE WANTED IMMEDIATELY – OHIO
Associate needed to join well-established podiatry group in West Central Ohio. Must be motivated and able to practice independently. Email cover letter, CV, and references to footdoc@bright.com
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 2 - PRACTICE FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE - OHIO
Well-rounded two office practice for sale. 1 office in Ravenna, 1 office in Warren. 2 days per week in each office. Consistently grossing over 300K+ per year for the past 20+ years. Good mix of insurance payers. Dr. will stay for 2 months for transition. Ideal for new Dr. coming out of residency or for expansion of existing practice. Dr. relocating. Email: podprac4sale@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - DAYTON, OHIO
Located in Kettering, Ohio, a South Suburb of Dayton. The practice features medical and surgical podiatry. My hospital is 5 minutes away with full podiatry privileges available. I occupy 1,700 square feet, 5 treatment rooms, all with hydraulic chairs. Yearly gross is $500,000. Special equipment includes call light box system, WiFi and EMR, full phone system in each room, X-ray, ultrasonic imaging machine, and a CuttingEdge Mix5 therapeutic laser. The Medical Building has over 6,000 square feet of medical office space, and is for sale under separate ownership. lmalusky@woh.rr.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE- ARIZONA
Central Arizona - between Phoenix and Tucson. Well established and very busy 35 year old solo-practice. High volume surgery and general practice with good cross-section of patients from pediatric to geriatric. Hospital, surgicenter and in-office surgery. Located in professional center. Contact E-mail: pmmpod@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHWEST FL
Multilocation (will separate) 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. 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 - NEW YORK METRO AREA
30 year old diversified practice fully equipped. High Gross High net revenue, reliable staff,low overhead, good leases. Dr. will stay on as long as requested to assure smooth transition great opportunity for podiatrist surgeon. Email rrranch7@yahoo.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE- HUDSON VALLEY, NY
Approximately 30 miles south of Albany. Well established 30 year podiatry practice. Doctor retiring. Includes all equipment. Owner will stay for easy transition. Grossing 500K+ Consistently. The practice primarily routine and diabetic foot care. Income less than 5% surgical. Reasonably priced. For additional info contact: footdoctor2015@yahoo.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SUFFOLK, LONG ISLAND, NY
Well established, 30 year multilocation (will separate) in Smithtown & Medford LI, NY. Doctor retiring. Grossing $970,00 ($650,000: $320,000). Both locations newly renovated: full operatory, all new MTI chairs, full Zimmer Micro Surgical Instruments, Yag PINPOINTE Laser (fungus toenails), and CO2 laser. Excellent dedicated staff. Low overhead. wjbpod@aol.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - STAMFORD, CT
30-year old Fairfield County podiatric practice for sale. At present, practice is grossing $370k on a part-time basis with historical annual gross of $450k and a consistent, long-standing referral base. Additionally, office is equipped with modern technology and furniture while maintaining low overhead. DPM is on staff at a major local hospital and affiliated surgical center as well as a major New York City hospital – all producing an excellent reputation in the community and top ratings on Health Grades, Google, etc. All interested parties please contact DPM at CTPodiatrist1985@gmail.com.
DESIRABLE LOCATIONS TO SUBLET AND SHARE - NEW YORK
Midtown, Gramercy, Financial District and Plainview (North shore of Long Island) turn-key. Extremity MRI, Extremity CT scanner, diagnostic ultrasound, digital xray in selected offices. Fair Lawn ASC,LLC a dedicated certified ambulatory surgical center for foot and ankle surgery accepting applications for staff privileges 516 476-1815 PODO2345@AOL.COM
EQUIPMENT WANTED- LOOKING FOR ESWT MACHINE
We are looking for a used Extracorporeal shockwave therapy machine for our podiatry office. We currently have an older Storz machine and are looking to upgrade. Please contact Rich at rmattsson@flfootandankle.com.
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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