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The Voice of Podiatrists
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June 04, 2024 #7,777  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS | |
SC Podiatrist Inducted into the Luzerne County Sports Hall of Fame
Katlin O’Hara, DPM was recently inducted into the Luzerne County Sports Hall of Fame. A champion in both swimming and water polo, she has been recognized for her accomplishments in aquatic sports. She was a three-time All-American in water polo and in swimming. Katlin had a perfect high school district career with 20 gold medals.
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Dr. Katlin O’Hara |
She earned a doctorate degree in podiatric medicine from the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. Katlin is currently a successful podiatrist in Charlotte, North Carolina. She provides foot and ankle medical care to athletes who participate in the Boston Marathon, Washington DC Marine Corps Marathon, and the Susan G. Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure.
Source: Ben Freda, Happenings Magazine [5/30/24]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
NY Podiatrist Helps Launch Brain Cancer Support and Solutions Alliance
Head for the Cure, the Musella Foundation for Brain Tumor Research & Information, and Cancer Commons today announced the launch of the Brain Cancer Support and Solutions Alliance to provide support, education, and guidance to brain cancer patients and their caregivers.
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Al Musella, DPM, Founder and President of The Musella Foundation for Brain Tumor Research & Information, added, "This alliance allows us to leverage our resources and network to provide vital support and guidance to those affected by this disease."
Source: KHON [5/31/24]
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
NY Podiatrist Has Novel Way to Make Dress Shoes Breathable
Wearing tight shoes that don’t allow for good air flow—like dress shoes or boots—can exacerbate sweating. Instead, look for lightweight athletic shoes with mesh on the outside, advises Danielle DesPrés, DPM, a podiatrist and foot and ankle surgeon in New York. “Mesh has airflow,” she says. Shoes without it won’t be as breathable. Many of Dr. DesPrés’ patients are doormen and security workers—people who are on their feet all day, in the heat, in heavy shoes. Their feet tend to swell up throughout their shift, making their shoes tighter and more uncomfortable. Yet they’re required to wear black shoes, she says.
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So Dr. DesPrés came up with a solution: “I’ve told some of them to get a pair of sneakers that are really comfortable and supportive, because they often have other arch and foot problems too,” she says. “Then spray paint them black”—covering up light-colored mesh, brand names, and other markings—“and now you have your black shoes.” The workers who have tried it, she adds, assure her it does the trick. Some companies also make supportive black sneakers that could pass as dress shoes.
Source: Angela Haupt, Time [5/31/24]
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| MEETING NEWS | |
Inaugural PRESENT Desert Foot East Conference Blooms in the Northeast
The inaugural Desert Foot East Conference, hosted by PRESENT eLearning Systems, took place June 1-2, 2024 at the Hilton Meadowlands in East Rutherford, NJ, bringing evidence-based practices in limb salvage and wound care to a Northeast audience.
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Chaired by Robert Frykberg, DPM, MPH, and produced in conjunction with The Academy of Physicians in Wound Care, the program featured over 40 faculty experts sharing their knowledge through lectures and hands-on skills training.
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
5 Issues Physicians Should Consider Prior to Selling Their Practice
Recent legislative and rulemaking activity at both the federal and state levels, along with changes in certain deal dynamics, are sure to impact physician practice transactions going forward. Following is a list of five new issues physician practice owners should consider in advance of a transaction. Many of these items should be addressed in advance of going to market or accepting indications of interest from potential buyers.
2. Will your transaction require notice to or approval from a state agency? Fifteen states (California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont and Washington) have enacted some form of legislation requiring notice to or approval from state agencies for certain healthcare transactions. The applicability of these state laws generally turns on the type and size of the transaction as well as the amount of business the buyer has in the state. Knowing in advance whether these statutes could be implicated is important both in terms of evaluating buyers and planning timing - the notice and approval requirements can add anywhere from 30 to 180 days to a transaction timeline.
Source: Angela Humphreys, Physicians Practice [5/31/24]
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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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| OBITUARIES | |
RE: The Passing of Marvin M. Hughes, DPM
Marvin M. Hughes, 99, of Luzerne, passed away on May 31, 2024 at Grandview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Danville, PA. Marvin graduated from the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia.
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He proudly served in the United States Air Force.
Source: Legacy.com [6/1/24]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (INSURANCE ISSUES) | |
RE: Podiatrist "Specialist" Co-Pay
From: Keith L. Gurnick, DPM
PPO-insured patients with Anthem Blue Cross, Aetna, Blue Shield, Cigna, HeathNet and UnitedHealthCare often have office visit co-pay requirements that are stipulated on the front of the insurance cards and also on the insurance carrier websites. Most of these companies financially "punish" their subscribers (our patients) for seeking care from a covered and contracted in-network specialist by charging a higher co-pay for a specialist than when they are seen by a primary care doctor. Traditional Medicare seems to treat all doctors the same and does not differentiate based on specialty or degree.
However, when it comes to the patient's office visit co-pay, some of these same companies that are listed above do not treat the podiatrist co-pay equally. As an example, Blue Shield of California recognizes podiatrists as specialists, but takes the co-pay as if we are primary care (which is usually substantially lower). It is inconsistent with what is on the insurance card and the company website and makes it confusing for the billing department and the front office when money is collected at the time of the visit. It would be much more efficient for billing if the insurances would simplify things and have only one category of "co-pay" or clarify to the doctors and to their subscribers how they will "categorize" and address the co-pay for each specialist.
Keith L. Gurnick, DPM, Los Angeles, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY) | |
From: David H. Long, DPM, Paris, TN
Congratulations to Randy Crampton, DPM on his retirement. I, like many others, entered this profession due to his influence. He warmly welcomed pre-med students into his office, and took time to promote the profession. Enjoy the retirement Randy, it's much deserved.
David H. Long, DPM, Paris, TN
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Is it stretching things to say this shoe makes a point? (Photo: Jenny Ventris) |
Source: Roger and Sarah Adam via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE AND FACULTY POSITIONS, AND FELLOWSHIPS | |
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 20,000 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.
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 AVAILABLE - CHICAGO WESTERN SUBURBS
Competitive Compensation. Part time Full time available. Office Setting, Surgical and Clinical patient mix Email CV to Kari.insurance1@gmail.com
FULL TIME PODIATRIST - NEW JERSEY
Established Podiatry practice in New Jersey with multiple locations and Doctors. We are currently looking for a full-time motivated and caring Doctor to join our busy practice. Benefits include: competitive six-figure compensation ranging from $155,000-$250,000, health insurance (including vision & dental), paid vacation time off, paid malpractice insurance and 401(k) plan. Great prospects for experienced Doctors as well as new Associates. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your podiatric medical experience in an office-based practice! If interested, please submit your CV to DrSamofal@PodiatryCenterNJ.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 – 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
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
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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 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 - 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
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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