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June 14, 2012 #4,488 Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD

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PA Podiatrist Corrects Flatfoot With Titanium Implant

When she was a little girl, Vanessa Wanshop dreamed of being a ballerina. Then one day her dance instructor noticed that when she took a stance that requires her toes to be pointed out to either side at 90 degrees, her knees would still be pointing forward. She had, doctors would later tell her, a classic case of flat feet. In addition to cosmetic concerns, Wanshop's flat feet caused her chronic foot, hip, and back pain for most of her life. 

Dr. Jess Drezner

Then one day her husband, Eric, met Dr. Jess Drezner, a Spring Township podiatrist, at a social event, and the two got to discussing Vanessa's flat feet. Drezner said that for the past five years he had been performing a simple outpatient surgery that can correct most flat feet with a 20-minute procedure and a single titanium implant called HyProCure. That simple but important correction not only corrects flat feet, it helps bring the entire body back in line, Drezner explained.

Source: Dan Kelly, Reading Eagle [6/12/12]

FL Podiatrist Appointed to Medical Advisory Board of Runners Network

MileSplit.com, the nation’s largest high school running online network with affiliates spanning all fifty states, Canada, and the Bahamas recently appointed Dr. Gideon J. Lewis as their Chairman of the Medical Advisory Board. Due to the popularity of high school running in recent years, there has been a rise in injuries. This has led Milesplit.com to launch a new fitness and wellness series “The Fit Runner”, which will address issues pertaining to high school runners. Topics will include a variety of wellness disciplines from health, nutrition, psychology, injury prevention, recovery, and training.

Dr. Gideon Lewis

Dr. Lewis has a special interest in sports-related injuries, especially running injuries. His patient list includes current and former athletes from the NBA, MLB, NFL, PGA, X-Games, NCAA, as well as Olympic athletes. The newly formed MileSplit.com Medical Advisory Board also consists of Dr. Bryan Reuss, Dr. Lisa Barkley, and Dr. Laura Podschun, each with diverse backgrounds and extensive experience treating and working with high school athletes.

Source: Orlando Medical News [5/2/12]

MA Podiatrist to Present Study at APHA Meeting

The annual meeting of the American Public Health Association (APHA) will be held in San Francisco in October, and local podiatrist James J. DiResta, DPM, MPH will present his study titled "Bringing a National Program in Diabetes Care to the State and Community Level, a Multidisciplinary Approach for Improvement, the Massachusetts Diabetes Education Program Coalition." This project is an ongoing outreach initiative of the MPMS Community Service Foundation that seeks to bring together podiatrists, eye care providers, dentists, and pharmacists to improve diabetic patient education and access to care. 

Dr. James DiResta

DiResta maintains his private podiatry practice in Newburyport and is on the medical staff of both Anna Jaques and Merrimack Valley Hospitals. He serves as a trustee of the Massachusetts Podiatric Medical Society and is the past chairman of the Podiatric Health Section of APHA.

Source: Newbury Port Daily News [6/12/12]

Trial Date Set for VA Podiatrist Accused of Trading Rxs for Marijuana

A trial date has been set for a podiatrist accused of writing prescriptions in exchange for marijuana. 61-year-old Dr. Richard Caudell was arrested in April after an eight-month investigation. Police said he wrote prescriptions for oxycodone in exchange for marijuana. He faces three felony charges of distribution of oxycodone. Caudell's trial is set to start on August 10.

Source: WWBT NBC12 [6/12/12]

CMS to Accept Advanced-Payment ACO Applications

The CMS announced plans to accept applications for 2013 advanced-payment model accountable care organizations. As of August 1, the agency will accept applications for the program, which offers small hospitals and medical groups access to upfront payments under the Medicare Shared Savings program, the CMS said.

The Shared Savings program was created under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, which is facing a legal challenge before the U.S. Supreme Court that could invalidate the entire law. A decision is expected this month. The CMS named the first five advanced-payment ACOs in April. The CMS is expected to name another round of participants who will enter into shared savings contracts as of July 1.

Source: Melanie Evans, Modern Healthcare [6/12/12]

Query: Bilateral Pain Sub 2nd Mets

I have a 50 year old construction worker who presented with pain and discomfort to each foot. Though the feet are painful sub met 2nd B/L, he also suffers from extreme sciatica. He has been referred to a back specialist. In the interim, the feet are painful on palpation and manipulation. The slightest amount of pressure is excruciating.  

Painful Lesion Sub 2nd Met

There is no evidence of direct trauma or incident involving the 2nd MTPJs. The MRI report indicates either local callus or a possible fibromatosis. Any suggestions on how to treat this would be greatly appreciated.

Harry Cotler, DPM, Soldotna, AK

RE: Belated In Memoriam – Isadore "Buzz" Forman, DPM
From: Arden Smith, DPM

I was speaking with Warren Joseph, a fellow alumni of the St. Joseph’s Hospital surgical residency program in Philadelphia, and he informed me that he had only recently found out about the death of our director and chief, Dr. Isadore P. [Buzz] Forman, who had died about two or three years ago.

We were both saddened that there was not a word in any podiatric periodical about this man who was one of the true pioneers in podiatry and one of the “fathers” of podiatric surgery. Podiatry was Dr. Forman’s life, and he was probably responsible for teaching more podiatrists surgery than anyone else in Philadelphia. Dr. Forman, who died after a long battle with Alzheimer’s, had a small family and outlived most of his peers. He practiced with and was followed in practice by his son, Dr. William Forman.

After graduating from the Temple Chiropody School, Buzz fought in WW II and became an...

Editor's note: Dr. Smith's extended-length letter can be read here.

RE: DEA Certificate Cost (John Gilfert, DPM)
From: Connie Lee Bills, DPM

Not only are all healthcare expenses out of line, so is the cost of education. At $150K, it would be hard to pay the ticket with the $15 office visit.
 
Connie Lee Bills, DPM, Mount Pleasant, MI, staff@familyfootcare.biz

RE: Unified Post-Graduate Training (Charles Lombardi, DPM)
From: Bryan C. Markinson, DPM

Dr. Lombardi is very passionate about the "history" he states I distort. It is as though he "hears" differently from what I write. I will let our respective comments speak for themselves as follows:

I stated that the "American Board of Podiatric Surgery and too many of its members were simultaneously telling insurance companies and hospital administrators and whomever else that the 'credential you can trust' is the consummate barometer of the 'qualified' podiatrist, no matter what he or she is treating." This means that they implied that a hospital or insurance company gets the best bang for the buck with DPMs with their credential. I said nothing about the ABPS stating they were the only board.

Dr. Lombardi responded "The ABPS never went...

Editor's note: Dr. Markinson's extended-length letter can be read here.

RE: Vision 2015, Vision 20/20 (Ed Davis, DPM)
From: Samuel S. Mendicino, DPM

I read all of the posts regarding post-graduate training and it makes me chuckle. I just attended a conference, and at a roundtable discussion I heard many senior DPMs complain that “today’s graduates can’t even trim a toenail, diagnose a wart, or even strap a foot.”

Then I move to the next table and I hear how our students are all mainstreaming with allopathic/osteopathic students, and they should be taking the USMLE exams. Move one table over, and a group of residency directors who have high volume surgical programs are complaining that there isn’t enough time to teach all facets of surgery in the combined models; and what do you do with the resident who has poor surgical skills? At the next table, I see directors who teach at excellent medical facilities with phenomenal wound care clinics, and biomechanics experts complain about having to find all of these rearfoot and ankle reconstructions to meet MAVs.

The problem is what it has been for decades: we can not define who we are and...

Editor's note: Dr. Mendicino's extended-length letter can be read here.

RE: Barefoot Running More Efficient (Dennis Shavelson, DPM)
From: Robert Scott Steinberg, DPM

Here is what I have observed in my athletic patients over the last 37 years. When they present with foot, ankle, shin, or knee pain, they are almost always in soft and flexible (powder-puff) unstructured athletic shoes. If my treatment of them is with a prescription functional foot orthotic, they are going to leave my office with a list of shoes that I recommend for their foot type and condition. These will be either stability or motion control shoes. I dispense the PFFOs into the shoes, and off my patient goes. Months pass, but what brings them back in 6-8 months appears to be that they switch to inappropriate shoes, i.e., cushioned shoes. Today, I can add the other mistake they make is switching to a minimalist shoe. I prove my "theory" that unstructured shoes are the root cause of their re-injury by putting them back in the appropriate shoe, and watching their injuries disappear. That's scientific enough for me.

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

PRACTICE FOR SALE - BALTIMORE, MARYLAND

Established 40+ year old well-rounded practice of both surgical and non-surgical care with special emphasis on sports medicine. Medicare and BS/private insurance base, no Medical assistance. Needs to transition to a confident well trained individual. Purchase can include building. Contact:podiatrypracticesale@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - GEORGIA  

Podiatrist needed in the State of Georgia to start ASAP. At least one year post residency experience preferred. Contact Dr. Azuka Nwaedozie at (404) 908 9042 or email me at anwaedozie@aol.com.

ASSOCIATE POSITION- WASHINGTON

A well-established practice with 4 locations in and around Seattle is seeking a full time/part-time associate podiatrist. Position involves clinical, nursing homes, laser therapy. Applicant should be well trained physician and a motivated, energetic self-starter, completed minimum a 24-month residency. Please send inquiries to isbinc2006@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - OHIO

Ohio practice with excellent reputation and patient base seeks to hire a Podiatric Surgeon. The offices are state of the art including Digital X-Ray, EMR, Diagnostic ultrasound, Padnet Vascular Testing, CO- 2 Lasers all aspects of DME. The base salary is $120,000 with a bonus structure and benefits also would like to have this individual buy into the practice eventually. Please send CV to Ohiopodiatrist@aol.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - WORCESTER MASSACHUSETTS

Podiatry practice in Worcester Massachusetts is looking for an associate podiatrist. Busy 2-person practice. High surgical numbers. No nursing homes. Call to hear free recorded message for more information. Call 641.715.3800 Access Code 32299 and message 4 to learn about the practice. Visit our website www.centralmasspodiatry.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - OHIO

Ohio practice with excellent reputation and patient base seeks to hire a Podiatric Surgeon. The offices are state of the art including Digital X-Ray, EMR, Diagnostic ultrasound, Padnet Vascular Testing, CO- 2 Lasers all aspects of DME. The base salary is $120,000 with a bonus structure and benefits also would like to have this individual buy into the practice eventually. Please send CV to: Ohiopodiatrist@aol.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION  - BRONX, NY

Full-time highly motivated, ethical, hard-working associate wanted for multiple office locations commencing 8/2012.  All phases of podiatric medicine (Surgery, Biomechanics, DME, Palliative Care). Competitive base salary, malpractice insurance, bonus structure. Please email resumes to: bronxpodiatrist1@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – NEW YORK CITY

Looking for someone with some working experience in a podiatric office. Two sessions (1/2 day) a week for July and August for Upper West Side of Manhattan. References a must. One 8 AM to 12, one 12 to 5 PM. Reply to fabienne.rottenberg@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE - NORTH CAROLINA

New associate position available that may lead to partnership. We are a very busy practice providing care in both office and hospital settings. We are fully integrated in a large tertiary teaching hospital. We are located in the beautiful mountains of western North Carolina. Research opportunities are available. Applicant should be ethical, personable, hard working, and committed to quality in patient care. We are offering a competitive salary with bonus opportunities and a wide range of benefits. All interested candidates should send a CV to MFAS828@aol.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - YORK, PA

Three-office practice with hospital, surgical center & nursing home privileges. EMR since 2000. Digital x-ray, ultrasound, progressive practice. Competitive salary and benefits offered. Practice offers good mix of surgery, wound care, and general podiatry. Open to associate with potential future buy-in. Please forward your information and CV to footdocpa@aol.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO

Well-established practice seeking associate with opportunity for buy-in. Must have a minimum of 2 years surgical residency, or have 10 years practice experience with rear foot surgical skills. Great opportunity for growth with in-house surgical center, 2 hospitals within walking distance & more. Puerto Rican License required. Send CV/Resume to admin1@podiatrycenterpr.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW YORK

WORK SMARTER NOT HARDER. Join a modern, well-established 42-year-old podiatric medical/surgical practice within a multi-specialty office. Located just 20 minutes from NYC. Must be responsible, compassionate, driven, and self-starter. Enjoy cross-referrals from other specialists and support of medical assistants, office managers, and medical billers with over 50 years combined experience. Utilize modern technology: state-of-the-art diagnostic ultrasonography, fluoroscopy, ESWT (machine is owned by practice), physical therapy, x-ray, circulation testing, NCV, and in-office operatory suite. Very strong and effective advertising/marketing program. No nursing homes, No HMOs, No Medicaid, No Medicare. Must be licensed for podiatry in New York. Send cover letter/CV to: linchpindpm@yahoo.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL NEW JERSEY

Podiatry office in Central NJ- Looking for a three year surgically trained associate who has entrepreneurial spirit for a very busy office. You will see new patients and have the potential to become board certified in two years. Partnership guaranteed within three years for the right person. Must be very outgoing and personable. Great opportunity for a person who is confident and a go getter." Please fax your CV to: 732-968-8821.

ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Full-time/Part-time, motivated, outgoing associate wanted for immediate job opening. Multi-office, multi-doctor practice based in Orange County, is looking for hard-working individual to treat wide range of patients. PSR 24 training a must and Spanish speaking a definite advantage. Email your CV to ocpodiatryoffice@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL FLORIDA

Busy, two office group practice seeking a full-time, self motivated and hard working podiatry associate. Good mixture of general podiatry and surgery. Applicant should be PMS 36/Board Qualified/Certified. Competitive salary and benefits are offered. Please email CV to: toesrus7@yahoo.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - MASSACHUSSETTS

Looking for an extremely hard working podiatry associate for part-time work, opportunity for full time. Busy and expanding podiatry practice in the Merrimack Valley. Will work in both office and nursing home setting. In office, we have laser technology, electronic medical records, diagnostic ultrasound, x-rays, etc. Please email us at resumesent11@comcast.net if you have interest in this position. If we find the right person, this opportunity could lead to partnership. Looking forward to hearing from you.

ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST AUGUSTINE, FL

A well-established, solo-physician in St Augustine, FL; is seeking a full-time associate. Applicant should be well-trained with sound surgical skills, applicant must be board eligible/certified. Practice offers a state-of-the-art practice setting, with a good general mix of all aspects of podiatric medicine and surgery. Competitive salary. E-mail resume to drfootwound@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - NYC

Full and part-time opportunity available in 40 year old practice in downtown Brooklyn. State-of-the-art office with EMR and digital x-rays. Must be experienced, highly motivated with good clinical skills. Competitive salary. Possible buy-in opportunity available. please email resume to dpm10019@yahoo.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHEASTERN MICHIGAN

Immediate opening for a full time/part-time PSR 24/36 podiatrist in a 30 year old, well established practice with an excellent reputation and referral base. State-of-the-art office with EMR, digital x-ray, diagnostic ultrasound and beautiful office. Generous base salary, malpractice insurance, health insurance, benefits and bonus structure. A well rounded and energetic podiatric surgeon needed for this group of 4 board certified podiatric physicians and surgeons. Please send CV to: michiganfootandankle@gmail.com

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

Retiring from practice. Equipment For sale. Mini x-ray. One year old Ultrasound with MS arterial/venous X-ray plates. Great condition Ritter chairs. Drills, surgical tools. So much. Just ask, I probably have it: Footcare@comcast.net

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE: EPAT

(Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Treatment) for sale. D-Actor 200. This machine is still new. Purchased in late 2011.( new machines>30K). It is the conservative alternative to surgery. Treats Plantar Fasciitis, Heel spurs, Achilles Tendonitis, Joint pain. Great Buy. $17,995 or best offer. Please call 713-541-3199 for more information. or email contactus@houstonfootankle.com

SPACE AVAILABLE - NYC & LI

Office to sublet and share - East 60th Manhattan, and Plainview, Long Island. access to an MRI, Joint Commission certified operating rooms, digital x-ray, diagnostic ultrasound, and access to a multi-specialty ambulatory surgical center. Also availability E 22nd between 2nd and 3rd and E 70th off 3rd. Turn-key operation - no investment needed 516 476-1815 PODO2345@AOL.COM

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