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The Voice of Podiatrists
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June 17, 2022 #7,280  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| IN YOUR MAILBOX SOON | |
We've just mailed the June/July2022 issue of Podiatry Management. The cover story is titled "Treating Heel Pain: a 2022 Update." In addition, you'll find our usual assortment of columns and features and a CPME-approved CME.
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
WesternU CPM Provides foreign-Educated Doctors a Pathway to Practice in the U.S.
Western University of Health Sciences’ College of Podiatric Medicine (CPM) developed a program that is making dreams come true and fulfilling lifelong ambitions of helping others. The College of Podiatric Medicine developed the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) Advanced Standing program to provide graduates of foreign medical schools the opportunity to become Doctors of Podiatric Medicine, enter residencies, and practice in the U.S.
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Dr. Jonathan Labovitz |
DPM Advanced Standing students enroll in intensive months-long didactic learning on podiatric medicine, and then they join the third-year CPM class on clinical rotations and graduate with that class the following year. Advanced Standing students differ from other CPM students because of their backgrounds, CPM Associate Dean for Clinical Education and Graduate Placement Jonathan Labovitz, DPM said. CPM welcomes the cultural diversity and varied life experiences they bring with them.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
NY Podiatrist Discusses Use of Glycolic Acid for Dry, Cracked Feet
Peeling dead skin off of your heels might just be one of the least-sexy beauty practices out there, but that hasn't stopped it from going viral on TikTok. Recently, a hack that involves using glycolic acid for cracked feet has popularized on the app, with users swearing that it makes their skin feel baby soft. To find out, Well + Good asked NYC-based podiatrist Suzanne Levine, DPM to weigh in. “It’s legit up to a point,” she admits. “I often say: You have to treat your feet like you treat your face.” She adds that unlike classic pumice stones, which have long been the go-to for foot exfoliation, glycolic acid (and other members of the AHA family) are far gentler and less abrasive, and come with less of a risk of overuse.
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Dr. Suzanne Levine |
But before you go wasting your favorite (potentially expensive) exfoliating facial serum on your feet, know that it probably isn't potent enough to actually work. “The glycolic acid must be a higher percentage than what you’d use for the face,” says Dr. Levine. Because the skin on your feet is rougher than the skin on your face, it requires more exfoliation power—which is why glycolic acid-infused products specifically designed for feet, like Baby Foot, exist (for what it's worth, though, Dr. Levine thinks that formula is too strong).
Source: Rebecca Norris, Well + Good {6/16/22]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
Core Podiatry Welcomes NH Podiatrist
Core Podiatry has welcomed Patrick Dwyer, DPM, to their Epping office. Dr. Dwyer has 30 years of experience as a podiatrist and wound care physician. He received his DPM at the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine.
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Dr. Patrick Dwyer |
Dr. Dwyer completed his residency in foot surgery at Stanford University/Veterans Medical Center in Palo Alto, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.
Source: seacoastonline.com [6/15/22]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Addressing Physician Burnout
Here are some actions for practices to curb physician and medical staff burnout.
7. Work with staff and communities to confront health misinformation.
Ensure patients and health workers have adequate time for and access to credible information, consistent with the best scientific evidence available at the time. Employees should receive professional education on proactively addressing health misinformation.
Source: Richard Payerchin, Logan Lutton, Medical Economics [5/24/22]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Maureen Brennan-Weaver, DPM
I am very sad to announce the death of Maureen Brennan-Weaver, DPM. She died on June 14th in her sleep. She was suffering from atrial fibrillation.
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Dr. Maureen Brennan-Weaver (Yearbook photo) |
Dr. Brennan-Weaver graduated in 1987 as valedictorian from the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine and completed a podiatric residency in Delaware. She had a practice in Harrisburg, PA.
Teresa N Tobin, DPM
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
RE: Adding Services to Fight Inflation
From: Bret Ribotsky, DPM
I went to get my car serviced today and learned that the labor fee that the dealership is charging for repairs is now $285 per hour. Extrapolating that into 40 hours a week, 52 weeks a year, it adds up to $592,800. I’m not sure how many DPMs are able to increase their fees to keep up with what things are costing today?
The BIG question for the past 20+ years, “What can we do to regain our autonomy?” I have suggested many opportunities in the past, including DME, aesthetic dermatology, advanced practice management, as well as concierge medicine, integrative medicine, etc. What are people doing? I hope something.
Bret Ribotsky, DPM, Fort Lauderdale, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM EDITORIALS) - PART 1A | |
From: Michael J. Trepal, DPM
In a recent posting, Dr. Dale Feinberg (retired), after touting how successful he was financially, ends his lengthy posting by stating, “Looking back at my career, I wouldn’t have changed a thing but in today’s environment podiatry would not be in my sights. The times they are a changin’."
An applicant to podiatric medical school just withdrew their application after doing some research and reading that post.
Michael J. Trepal, DPM, NY, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM EDITORIALS) - PART 1B | |
From: William DeFeo, DPM
Interesting that Dr. Feinberg’s self-professed “proudest moment” was the suggestion that he supposedly had an income greater than a plastic or vascular surgeon. In my opinion, this conclusion represents exactly what is wrong in medicine in general. When financial success is the major goal, to paraphrase Sir William Osler, you have lost the true spirit for which you entered medicine. My proudest moments have been those occasions in which physicians praised my competence and have accepted me, a podiatrist, as their intellectual and academic equivalent as a healthcare provider. Respect for your care is far more rewarding than respect for your wallet.
As I look back on 45 years of podiatry practice, I feel compelled to write about the discussion of parody with medicine. When I read my classmate Dr. Larry Oloff's letter, I couldn’t agree more. Maybe because of my own ignorance, I felt after finishing my residency that I was competent...
Editor's note: Dr. DeFeo's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM EDITORIALS) - PART 1C | |
From: Bryan C. Markinson, DPM
The calling for retrofitting the colleges of podiatric medicine to educate the same as MD/DO schools, making their graduates eligible for all MD/DO residencies, seems to come with the fantasy that podiatric medicine would actually be a desired and ACGME-approved residency choice, a sentiment expressed often in this forum. That may be what some want, whether or not they have thought it through to what that would eventually look like. In reality it would be the death of any semblance of what podiatric practice currently is.
Even though some of our colleagues opine that podiatric medicine as an MD/DO residency option would be popular, I don’t think ACGME would, as for the most part, ACGME residency choices extant, pretty much have foot, ankle, and leg covered. Yes, trust me, they have it covered. What they don’t have covered is...
Dr. Markinson's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Just rolling along? (photo: Bart Jannick) |
Source: Hwtty Kelderman via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
FELLOW POSITION - NAPLES-FORT MYERS, FLORIDA
Fellow position in Naples-Fort Myers, Florida, beginning July, 2022. Associates in Medicine and Surgery Reconstructive Surgery and Sports Medicine Fellowship. All aspects of practice management and clinical care in office and around area hospital systems in Collier and Lee Counties. Email Dr. Batelli (ebatelli@aimsfl.com) CV and further info.
FELLOW – SAN ANTONIO, TX
Methodist Healthcare is seeking motivated applicants for a 1-year podiatric reconstructive foot and ankle surgical fellowship. Fellowship will provide additional expertise in diabetic Charcot reconstruction, plastic surgery of the diabetic foot and ankle and deformity correction. Requirements: Completed 3-year CPME approved podiatric residency, ABFAS board eligible, unrestricted TX license. Completive salary and benefits! Duration: 1-year (August 1, 2022 – July 31, 2023) Requirements: Letter of interest, CV and 3 letters of recommendation (1 from residency director) Fellowship Director: Thomas Zgonis, DPM, FACFAS, Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgery Apply by clicking here & emailing Gina Coliano, Methodist Healthcare Recruitment: Gina.Coliano@hcahealthcare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CONNECTICUT
Busy two-doctor practice in Connecticut seeking an associate for well-rounded practice, in great family town. Full or part-time. Must have good work ethic and be willing to treat all aspects of foot and ankle care. Competitive salary and benefits, Partnership opportunity. Please email cover letter and CV to: rodedpm@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – VA, MD, CT, DE, PA, OH, MO, NJ, NY, TN, FL
PediRite provides care to nursing home residents. Excellent opportunities working in our contracted facilities. Flexible scheduling, very lucrative commissions! Great match if you have open days/hours in your schedule. Resume to sara@sightrite.com (sign-on bonus for VA)
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST, FL
Stat position for busy, modern practice. ABFAS BC/BQ, EMR, Digital x-rays, U.S., DME, Base salary + bonus, PTO, 401K, fees, health ins. DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ATLANTA, GA
Multi-location podiatry group seeking Board Qualified/Certified podiatric surgeon for a location just south of Atlanta, GA. This is an outstanding opportunity with an onsite surgery center. We offer an excellent compensation and benefit package. Please send inquiries with photo and CV to 1sourcemm@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ARKANSAS
Well established 30y/o highly respected two physician podiatry group. This position is available to a well-trained, personable, motivated, goal oriented, entrepreneurial minded physician. This practice offers all facets of podiatric medicine with an onsite ASC. Located in a rapidly growing, medium size city with a Division I University and a great place to raise a family. All applicable standard benefits included. Send CV to podiatrygroup@sbcglobal.net
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – FLORIDA
Well-established practice seeks reliable PT/FT Mobile Podiatry team players for home visits, ALF/ILF, RN Homes throughout Florida. Tampa to Naples; Orlando/Ocala; South Florida. Flexible. No call. Weekends optional. Competitive commission plus mileage. Earn 100K+ part time. contact@PodiatristAtHome.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTH SCOTTSDALE, AZ
Join our team! We are seeking a podiatrist who is personable, ethical and committed to patient care to join our busy non-surgical practice in beautiful North Scottsdale, Arizona. Competitive salary with additional commission earning potential, health and malpractice insurance, PTO, CME allowance, and a pleasant work environment with supportive staff. Our office has a pedorthist, x-ray tech, and a licensed pedicurist to help with your patient care - and all will aid in increasing your personal earnings. Required: Current holder of Arizona Podiatry State Licensure. All Interested candidates should send cover letter and CV to cathydpm@gmail.com
PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME POSITION - GREENSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA AND SURROUNDING AREA
Seeking a podiatrist to provide service to our in-office and skilled nursing home patients. Requirement: Current licensure in the state of North Carolina. Flexible schedule and competitive pay. Potential for growth goals in an expanding company. Email: niarawright@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. GEORGE, UT
Immediate Doctor of Podiatric medicine position for a well-trained, highly motivated individual. Location: St. George, Utah. Competitive salary with commission structure. Benefits include: PTO, CME allowance, health and malpractice insurance. Must be confident in working solo in your own office environment. Please email Cover Letter and CV to st.georgefootcare@gmail.com
IMMEDIATE OPENING - FLORIDA MIDWEST COASTAL
1-FT or 2-PT needed for great 2 office/ALF care practice. New graduates are welcome. Will help train in EMR, billing/coding, and how to practice. BQ/BC preferred. Paid CME, vacation, mileage, cell phone, and competitive salary. Please send CV inquires to footandanklemc@gmail.com
PODIATRIST - CHICAGO
Busy, multi-physician podiatry practice in Chicago looking to hire podiatrist for office base and housecalls. Earnings $350K and up, flexible hours, full or part time, fixed hours, full logistics and scheduling provided, bonus and partnership track, malpractice and health insurance. Peers physicians references provided. Please email Kinga.efac@gmail.com or call 312-375-6430.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FAIRFIELD COUNTY CONNECTICUT
Busy, growing practice. All phases of foot and ankle care. Service oriented practice. Looking for full time or part time associate. Surgical skills a plus but not required. Great personality and teamwork required. Competitive compensation based on experience. E-mail CV to drbetschart@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CHARLESTON, WV
U.S. Foot and Ankle Specialists is looking for an upcoming or recent residency graduate or experienced practitioner to join our practice in Charleston, WV - part of the fast-growing metropolitan area of Charleston. We are a growing group of 153 providers and 98 locations. If personable, motivated, and well-trained, we would be delighted to discuss an associate position with you. We offer growth opportunities, a strong compensation package, and many other benefits. Please send a cover letter and resume to: newdpm@footandankle-usa.com. Candidates must be either licensed or in the process of becoming licensed in WV to be considered for this position.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - VERNAL, UT
I mmediate Doctor of Podiatric medicine position for a well-trained, highly motivated individual. Location: Vernal, Utah. Competitive salary with commission structure. Benefits include: PTO, CME allowance, health and malpractice insurance. Must be confident in working solo in your own office environment. Please email cover letter and CV to vernalfootcare@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE FT/PT - RHINEBECK, NY
Associate wanted for established 2- practitioner, well rounded practice. Plenty of surgery available. All phases of podiatry - surgery, orthotics, routine care, and wound care. Affiliation with wound care centers possible. Digital x-ray and new modern ultrasound. Please email with contact info - PodassociateNY@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - FLORIDA, SOUTH CAROLINA, AND GEORGIA
Join a podiatric team whose work positively impacts the lives of seniors every day! KG Health Partners, the largest podiatric practice in Florida, is seeking full and part-time podiatrists who will provide mobile-based lower extremity care to residents living in long-term facilities throughout the states of Florida, South Carolina, and Georgia. Achieve work-life balance with a Monday through Friday schedule, competitive wages, malpractice insurance, and exceptional benefits for full-time employees (health, paid time off, 401K retirement plan with company match). You must maintain active Medicare and State licenses. Email CV to kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - GEORGIA, MASSACHUSETTS and SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY
Looking for reliable and ethical podiatrists to service Nursing Homes and Skilled Nursing Facilities throughout Georgia, Massachusetts and Southern New Jersey. Sign on bonus for NJ facilities. Send inquiries and CV to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
FULL TIME PODIATRIST - NEW JERSEY
We are a fast-growing 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. Some benefits include: competitive six-figure salary, generous, guaranteed bonus structure, health insurance (including vision & dental), paid vacation time off, paid malpractice insurance and CME time off. Great prospects for experienced Doctors as well as new Associates. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your Podiatric medical and surgical experience in an office-based practice! If interested, please submit your CV to DrSamofal@PodiatryCenterNJ.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - UPSTATE SOUTH CAROLINA
Four physician practice seeks PSR-36 trained DPM, well versed in rearfoot and ankle surgery and diabetic limb salvage with inpatient care. Competitive salary and benefits with bonus structure. Early partnership opportunity. Near mountains and lakes. Enjoy small city lifestyle. Please send resume with cover letter to schudson87@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CALIFORNIA
Established 30 year-old two-office practice has an opening for a full-time associate to partnership career. Must be compassionate, friendly, and a team player. Must be open-minded and willing to learn all aspects of podiatry practice management. BQ or BC. Competitive salary, bonus structure, benefits. Send letter of intent, salary requirements, and availability to NBFA@myachingfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – OKLAHOMA
Non-Surgical Part Time/Full Time position Mobile Podiatry. Assisted Living Facilities and nursing home patients. Well established practice. No Call, no nights, no weekends. Earn over 100K working only 2-3 days a week. Must be team player, hardworking, and pleasant with excellent bedside manner. Contact 405-370-3457 - Nplants2008@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW JERSEY
Seeking Spanish speaking, highly surgical trained associate to join a fast-growing multi locations, North Jersey podiatry group practice. Motivated, entrepreneurial, individual who desires to join a private independent practice. Partnership opportunity, with full practice medical management services in house. Send your CV kmercado@footandankleps.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA
Join a well-established, busy and growing podiatric practice. We are fully integrated with the medical community in a large tertiary teaching hospital. Research opportunities are available. Applicant should be ethical, personable, hardworking, and committed to quality patient care. We are offering a competitive salary with bonus opportunities and a wide range of benefits. Associate position can lead to partnership. All interested candidates should send a resume to JCMOOREDPM@aol.com
ASSOCIATE OPPORTUNITY - CHICAGO
Multi location group seeking Board Eligible/Qualified podiatrist. All locations are fully equipped. EPATs, Ultrasounds, Lasers, Padnet, in-house physical therapy, DME, ortho supplies & equipment, surgery center, digital x-rays, Athena EMR. Competitive incentive based salary with fast growth for motivated doctor. Health insurance & 401K Email resume to chicagopodpractice@gmail.com
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.
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PRACTICE FOR SALE - PACIFIC NORTHWEST
When I was a student, a mentor once told me, "You can make a living anywhere, live where you want to live". Take 4 minutes that may change your life. https://Vimeo.com/715640001
PRACTICE FOR SALE – SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
19-year-old non-surgical practice for sale. $1,000,000 gross, based on 2.5 days / week. 60% cash clients. Great growth opportunity. Turnkey proposition. Owner will help with transition. Barry Smith, Lloyds Capital, Inc. (213) 379-2397 Barry@lloydscapital.org
PRACTICE FOR SALE - TARZANA CALIFORNIA
Across from hospital. Ground floor. Free parking. I have been here since 1983. Time to retire. Serious inquiries only. Text 818 451-8441.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - BREEZY POINT, NYC
Retiring! Established (31 years) turn-key office in Medical Center with other medical professionals offering great referrals. Consistent patient base with excellent room for growth. Perfect for experienced or new practitioner full-time practice or satellite office. Very low overhead, ample parking. elizsmurphy@aol.com
FOR SALE - COMPLETELY EQUIPPED PODIATRIC PRACTICE - PHILADELPHIA SUBURB
This solo podiatry practice is located in a Philadelphia suburb near the Pennsylvania turnpike. Very long established. Over 35 years (historical reference: 3 previous podiatrists in the same practice) excellent referral base and volume. Additional amenities: computerized records, orthotic lab, digital x-ray, surgical suite, free parking, and more. Podiatric associate with surgical experience wanted and/or available for dale. A reasonable offer will be accepted. For more information and virtual tour, email hershpodiatry@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - LAKE TAHOE, CALIFORNIA
Practice in Paradise! Fully equipped, successful practice of 45 + years. Includes digital x-ray, ultrasound, PadNet, Shockwave, EMR. Diverse practice currently strong on orthotics, diabetic care, general podiatry and some surgery. Rent or buy free standing building near hospital. Professional appraisal available. Contact patwooft@hotmail.com
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 22,000 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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