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June 20, 2013 #4,801 Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD

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Replace Running Shoes at Least Every 6 Months: AL Podiatrist

Area podiatrists warn that ill-fitting or worn-out shoes could cause soreness or injury to feet. With winter a seeming distant memory and summer officially launching Friday, people are trying to get firm, stay fit, lose weight, stop smoking, and eat less, said Dr. Jeffrey Schneider, a podiatrist in Florence. “These programs often involve jogging, walking, hiking, playing ball sports,” Schneider said. “In doing so, each of these activities should be accompanied by appropriate footwear.

Dr. Jeffrey Schneider

“The appropriate footwear protects your feet from becoming injured or can help from forming different foot deformities.” “I find, personally speaking, that one needs to change out running shoes probably every six months,” Schneider said. “By the time six months comes around, the shoe is worn and your foot has returned to the old, harmful biomechanics that create the problems.”

Source:  Bobby Bozeman, Times Daily [6/17/13]

Human Foot Not Intended for High Heels: MD Podiatrist

Dr. Michael Liebow, a podiatrist in Bethesda, pulls out a wince-inducing photograph of a foot x-rayed in a high-heel shoe: It reveals the ball of the foot at a nearly 90 degree angle to the bones in the rest of the foot. It does not look good. The x-ray is a prop that Liebow says he shows to patients who “walk into the office in six-inch heels and say, ‘My feet are killing me! Why?’ ” He says he tells them, “That is not how your foot has evolved to walk.”

Dr. Michael Liebow

To sum up his brief and frequently futile plea for foot health: Humans are meant to walk heel-to-toe, with the leg at about a 90-degree angle to the foot and the ankle joint employing a 60-degree range of motion during normal daily activities. By wearing a high heel, Liebow explains, “you’re altering the position of the foot and how the foot is to function. Therefore, lots of bad things happen.”
 
Source: Christina Ianzito, Washington Post [6/17/13]

Convicted CT Podiatrist Threatens 93 Year Old Witness

Hours after his conviction Friday on 28 healthcare fraud charges, a Brookfield podiatrist found himself back in trouble after he appeared at the home of a 93-year-old witness against him, police said. During the incident, Dr. Samir Zaky, 38, of High Ridge Road, Brookfield, asked the elderly man why he testified against him, police said, which led federal agents to take Zaky into custody Saturday on charges of violating conditions of his bond. The witness, who had open-heart surgery and carries an oxygen tank, is the grandfather of a federal law enforcement officer.

Source: Michael P. Mayko, Danbury News-Times [6/18/13]

Best Handshake

A solid, firm handshake is still one of your best bets for making a good first impression. Put your best hand forward by making eye contact, waiting until the other person extends his or her hand and then grasping firmly. Two to three shakes is sufficient. Important: Some men think it’s rude to shake a woman’s hand, but it is business-appropriate. Shake everyone’s hand the same way, regardless of the person’s gender.

Source: Adapted from “Mind Your Modern Manners,” Fiona MacDonald, The Age, via Communication Briefings [June 2013]

RE: Persistent Interstitial Tearing of the Peroneus Longus Tendon
From: Dennis Shavelson, DPM

This case has a biomechanical component to its existence and eventual care. What is this patient’s foot type (biomechanical foot print)?  As the peroneus longus is a pronator of both the rearfoot and the forefoot, where is it being stressed enough to prevent healing in the BK walker? Only after making these determinations can we select a custom plan of care.

Until we have this information, in general, valgus forefoot wedges or 5th ray cut-outs may help when applied to a footbed. Proper vaulting is essential (STJ neutral may work, but not as well). Consider a cuboid pad and a strapping/Unna boot as well.

Dennis Shavelson, DPM, NY, NY, drsha@foothelpers.com

RE: HITECH EHR Meaningful Use Audit
From: Daniel D. Michaels, DPM

Dear Colleagues,

Our office would like to share the experience we encountered during an audit from Medicare for HITECH EHR Meaningful Use. Bottom line - use exact dates on the letter from your EMR company proving you have met meaningful use.

On January 11, 2013, we submitted our Attestation report for 2012. It was our understanding that once the submitted information was complete, there would be a 30-60 day window for the stimulus monies to be disbursed. At the end of March, there were still no monies received; therefore, we contacted CMS and...

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

RE: Ideal Feet
From: Mark Robson, DPM

I am concerned about a company named Ideal Feet. They are the first commercial business that is openly anti-podiatry. Because their shtick is to sell cheap OTC orthotics as expensive custom devices, we are competition. They have ads telling people to come in for treatment of heel pain. Basically, they are diagnosing and treating medical conditions of the feet without a medical license. Ads and salespeople tell patients to avoid the podiatrist who can only offer injections, surgery, or expensive orthotics that don't work. Each store has a barrel of "ineffective" old custom orthotics clients have supposedly turned in. Money wasted on the podiatrist, chiropractor, or pedorthist is the message.

People spend over $400 for a basic rubber catalogue-type device. Allen Selner's Walk Fit devices have a better design for less than $20. I'm not sure what would be appropriate to do, but this company needs to be watched as an anti-podiatry franchise.
 
Mark Robson, DPM, Austin, TX, MRobsonDPM@aol.com

RE: HI Podiatrist Invents "Energy Positive" Military Boots
From: Steven King, DPM

I would like to thank PM News for posting this story. Perhaps it will start a positive and constructive conversation.

I know the term "energy positive" may sound a bit far-fetched. I would plead with most podiatrists to re-read chapter 7 on Work and Energy in Dr. Nigg's book Biomechanics of Sports Shoes. If carbon fiber prosthetics have over 90 percent energy return, just think what we can do with orthotics.

Steven King, DPM, Maui, HI, kingetics@gmail.com

RE: Scholl Professor Sues Associate Dean for Defamation (Lloyd S. Smith, DPM)
From:  Jon Purdy, DPM

I have nothing but respect for Dr. Smith and his vast contributions to podiatry. The last thing I want to be known for is drive-by blaming. I don’t believe I blamed anyone or any entity, but simply stated the schools could do more to prepare students for the real world of medicine.

Years ago, I interacted with the CPME to help form new residency positions and did go through the system, so I’m certainly not an “outsider.” Maybe Dr. Smith is not aware that...

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

RE: Scholl Professor Sues Associate Dean for Defamation
From: Brian Kiel, DPM

I feel I must respond regarding the recent lawsuit filed by a professor at the Scholl College. It seems that in our profession, nothing has changed in the past 35 years. In 1970, we, the students at ICPM (Scholl) went on strike to protest the inadequate education and the dictatorial behavior of the administration at that time. The dean, Donald Anderson and his minions used multiple methods of punishment to maintain their control over the school. They defamed students, they expelled students, and threatened anyone who challenged their opinions.

Led by Martin Stoller and several professors, including Lowell Weil and Steve Smith, we left the school, formed our own classes, and demanded...

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

RE: Scholl Professor Sues Associate Dean for Defamation
From: Hartley Miltchin, DPM

Healthcare will never be the same in the future due to fiscal restraints. The changes will affect every practitioner in every specialty, but podiatry even more so. The initiatives that Scholl College has made make no sense and only prove that they want censorship and not relevant practice information for the students. Assets of a great school lie in the faculty, not the administration.

The administration is responsible to maintain a top notch faculty. In releasing part-time faculty while they are in the middle of a course only...

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

ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL FLORIDA

Associate wanted for well-established practice in central Florida. Experienced support staff, malpractice coverage and health insurance provided. Excellent opportunity for a promising future, this position will provide for the possibility of partnership in the future. To apply please go to www.yourcareerinpodiatry.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - TEXAS

Dynamic, busy practice in Dallas/Fort Worth area, seeking surgically trained, Board Certified/Board Qualified Podiatrist, PSR-36 preferred. Excellent salary and benefits compensation package, for the right candidate, who is motivated to work hard. Contact/Send resume to: jmh6122@yahoo.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION – NORTHERN CALIFORNIA

Busy, established practice in Redding California seeking surgically trained podiatrist for associate position leading into a partnership. All phases of podiatry, PSR-36 preferred. Two office locations, hospital and surgical center privileges. Please forward cover letter and CV to tjsong01@hotmail.com.

PODIATRIST NEEDED: NYC/QUEENS IMMEDIATE OPENING!

P/T Leading to full-time and partnership. PSR-36+ Min. Three office locations; NYC, ASTORIA & SUNNYSIDE QUEENS. All phases of podiatry; including Med., Forefoot, Rearfoot & Ankle SURGERY. Modern offices with all the Hi-Tech. equipment available. Candidate MUST have the skills & knowledge expected, ambitious, hard-working, ethical, detail-oriented and organized. A vibrant patient and staff-friendly personality a MUST! Good base salary, malpractice and % bonus incentive. You should easily surpass your bonus %. Reply with cover letter and C.V. to hansfeet@aol.com.

PODIATRIST WANTED – NORTHERN AND SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
 
Podiatrist for SNF practice throughout California. Northern California need currently concentrated in the Bakersfield area but can be expanded. Other opportunities in Los Angeles and Orange Counties. Practice is professionally managed. Send CV with interest to: ZbubblesZ@aol.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION WITH OWNERSHIP OPPORTUNITY- WISCONSIN

Immediate need for talented surgeon with professional, caring and compassionate bedside manner to effectively treat, manage, and expand a booming patient population in multi-location practice with self sustained surgery center (with opportunity for investment and ownership). Practice located within driving distance to Chicago. Please send CV and letter giving insight into your personal treatment style including immediate and future goals to: associatematch@yahoo.com.

ASSOCIATE WANTED - MANHATTAN AND NORTHERN NJ

For group practice. Excellent opportunity to be the first podiatrist to join our team! PT/full-time negotiable. Convenient on-site surgical center. Current licensure in NJ and/or NY required. Call Gina 212-223-0716 or email CV to gina@premiersurgicalpavilion.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - PENNSYLVANIA

Associate Wanted for busy, multifaceted podiatry practice in Chester and Delaware counties, Pennsylvania. Seeking PSR-24/36 trained podiatrist for full/part time associate position. Two offices and hospital privileges. Send CV and letter to 123bunion@gmail.com.

ASSOCIATE POSITION - BAKERSFIELD, CA

Office and hospital-based podiatry group seeking a highly trained surgical associate to compliment our 3-doctor group. Minimum PSR-36 trained with rear-foot reconstructive experience required. Must have CA license and x-ray and fluoroscopy license. Previous practice experience is preferred. Competitive salary and benefits package. Please forward cover letter and CV to modpm@aol.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY

Excellent opportunity for a full time podiatrist to join busy group practice! Surgery, wound care, sports medicine. Affiliated with residency program. Personable and great communication skills a must! Competitive salary, bonus, benefits package. Send CV to footdoc22@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - KENTUCKY

Immediate opening in beautiful Southern Kentucky with 8-provider group with excellent reputation, full-time physical therapy, MRI, CPED/CO on staff along with a full schedule awaiting.  Wonderful place to raise a family, excellent schools and phenomenal quality and cost of living. Excellent compensation package, full benefits, and buy-in opportunity after 2 years. Email a letter of interest and CV: jonkim12000@yahoo.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTH CAROLINA

South Carolina's largest provider of foot care is a multi-doctor, multi-location practice currently seeking a highly skilled, personable, and hardworking physician to join our TEAM. South Carolina License is necessary. Above average salary and benefits. Please send Letter of Interest and CV to scdpmjobs@gmail.com.

ASSOCIATE POSITION - NASHVILLE TENNESSEE

Want to live and practice in the "It City" Nashville, TN? ISO  well-trained (PSR-36) individual. Located in suburb of Nashville. Hospital and Surgery Center privileges. Rearfoot and Ankle allowed. Base pay, bonus incentives, and benefits. Send resume to Mendozadpm@comcast.net. $1,000 finder's fee paid to referring individual with hiring.

ASSOCIATE POSITION IN CHICAGO

Full- or part-time to do house calls; make your own schedule; logistical support provided. Contact dpms2@hotmail.com

POSITION AVAILABLE - CENTRAL FLORIDA

Two doctor practice looking for an associate to take retiring doctor's position with partnership opportunity for the right person. Competitive salary, health insurance and incentives. Two offices serving a diverse number of routine, surgical and wound care patients. Two years surgical residency training and FL license required. If interested in this great opportunity please e-mail CV, surgical log and references to toesrus7@yahoo.com.

POSITION AVAILABLE– CHICAGO

Weil Foot Ankle & Orthopedic Institute is expanding their presence in the Chicago-metropolitan area and suburbs and is recruiting qualified podiatric surgeons. A three-year residency is required and a podiatric fellowship is preferable. Current practicing podiatric practitioners in Chicago and surrounding area are also welcome to join our rapidly expanding practice that numbers 16 DPMs, a neurologist surgeon, and a primary care sports medicine physician. For more information contact info@weilfeet.com or call Stephanie Spiegel, COO, at (847)390-7666.

ASSOCIATE POSITION - YORK, PA

Busy multi office practice looking for highly motivated PSR 24/36 podiatrist. This well established 39 yo 2- physician practice has excellent rapport with physician community. Intent is an associate leading to partnership after the first year. Competitive salary &benefits. Email CV to Footdocpa@aol.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 PODO2345@AOL.COM 516-476-1815.

PRACTICE FOR SALE - MISSION VIEJO, CA

Relocating to Tulsa. Great opportunity to buy my office. Located at Mission Hospital. Gross income 2012 was $548,000. Approximately 1300 sq ft with 3 treatment rooms, digital x-ray and fully computerized. Will consider all offers. Call David at 949-702-1052 or david@missionviejofootcare.com

PRACTICE FOR SALE - CHICAGO

Three-office practice; newly furnished; all offices are within 20-30 min of driving; great for one Dr. coverage; well-rounded surgical/diabetic/sport medicine practice; grossing up to $500K/year; can be purchased with real estate or separately. only serious inquiry to dpms2@hotmail.com

PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHWEST FL

Multilocation 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. EHR is already implemented with meaningful use criteria met. 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 AVAILABLE FOR QUICK AND IMMEDIATE SALE - ILLINOIS

40 year-old podiatry practice, owner retiring. Currently working part-time. 2012 gross income $265,000. Formerly one million dollar practice revenue. Can be purchased for price of equipment, furnishings, and supplies plus. Owner will assist in transfer. The right individual can re-establish former practice while maintaining established current income and patient flow.  Contact Jack at (847) 337-0166 for information and viewing. (Waukegan, Illinois) caraddict59@att.net

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - DIOWAVE 15 WATT, PORTABLE 980 LASER
 
This is a used multiple function laser, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, joint pain. nerve pain, post surgical, warts, toenail  problems, two-year plus warranty, MSRP: $25,000. E mail Dr. Zuckerman at footcare@comcast.net. for questions and pricing.

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT/OFFICE FURNISHINGS FOR SALE - ILLINOIS

Liquidating two large podiatry offices.  Medical and surgical equipment available including Stryker electric power set, X-Cel X-ray units, X-ray developers, OEC 6600 mini C-arm, A-O and endoscopic sets, autoclaves, physical therapy units, surgical instruments and lights, office equipment and furnishings, and medical supplies.  Priced for quick sale. Waukegan, Illinois, and Kenosha, Wisconsin.  Call Jack @ (847) 337-0166. Delivery available. caraddict59@att.net

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