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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,426 Subscribers Daily
June 23, 2020 #6,707  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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| RESIDENCY NEWS | |
2 VT Podiatrists Graduate from SVHC Podiatry Program
Southwestern Vermont Health Care has announced the graduation of two residents in its podiatry residency program. At a small, masked-and-distanced gathering of health system leadership, Cody Anderson, DPM and Kurt Malkames, DPM were awarded certificates of completion. Dr. Anderson will originate a hospital practice in a rural community in South Carolina, and Dr. Malkames will join a private practice in Silver Springs, MD.
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(L-R) Drs. Kurt Malkames and Cody Anderson |
Six residents are currently in the program. They are third-year residents Shazad Buksh, DPM, and Breton Fox, DPM, and second-year residents Kyle Lewis, DPM, and Nathalie Santos, DPM, and first-year residents Daniel Hennessey, DPM, and Daryl Silva, DPM.
Source: Benington Banner [6/19/20]
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
CT Podiatrist Discusses How Much Children Should be Running
"Many people are taking to the roads to run during these trying times, which is a good way to distance from anyone who might be infected with coronavirus and still get in exercise. So many parents are constantly asking if children should run? There has been a growing concern that running is dangerous for children," says Robert Weiss, DPM.
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Dr. Robert Weiss |
"The parent of a young runner should do what he or she can to keep running fun for the child. Try not to push. Let running be something the child chooses to do. Keep it in moderation, and allow the child a way out if he or she so chooses. The danger comes when the pressure to run is placed on him or her by enthusiastic parents, coaches, or peers. That is when the child will run even though it hurts," says Dr. Weiss.
Source: San Antonio Express-News [6/18/20]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Aussie Podiatrist Reports 'Influx' of Ugg Boot Foot and Slipper Injuries
A Riverina podiatrist says he has been inundated with cases of 'Ugg boot foot' and other slipper-related injuries as people remain hunkered down at home without appropriate footwear. Wagga Wagga's Active Foot Clinic's principal podiatrist Ben Hinton said he had seen a "massive influx" of patients.
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"People being at home, in working from home situations... they've normally got really good shoes, or they wear orthotics for a condition ... all of a sudden they go 6 to 8 weeks without." His practice has seen up to 40 people a week over the past few months for "home related" injuries. Hinton said he had treated other injuries from people going "too far too soon" in their lockdown-inspired exercise regimes.
Source: Catie McLeod, Goulburn Post [6/18/20]
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
EVA is Both Shock-Absorbing and Cushioning: NY Podiatrist
Even though sandals have gotten a bad rap for being blister-causing and ache-inducing, they don't have to be! The best walking sandals for women provide the support you need to log mile after mile on any kind of terrain, from cobblestone streets to nature trails. There are some unbelievably comfy sandals out there that cradle and cushion your feet like a dream — you just need to know what to look for.
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Dr. Jacqueline Sutera |
To find a truly comfortable sandal, you need to pay attention to material: Foam is generally the most comfortable, according to Dr. Jacqueline Sutera, a New York City–based podiatrist and board-certified foot surgeon, in an interview with Travel & Leisure. One of the most popular and effective foam materials on the market today is EVA, or ethel vinyl acetate, which is both shock-absorbing and cushioning. While EVA is a superstar when it comes to midsoles, you also can't go wrong with a patented foam material or a shoe made from yoga mats.
Source: Kate Miller, Bustle [6/20/20]
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| PODIATRIC PRODUCTS AND SERVICES IN THE NEWS | |
Family Sticks Together At Bianco Brothers Instruments
Identical twin brothers Vincent and Joe Bianco run the shop, once a bustling gathering place for family and neighbors. Amid the pandemic, the business has been cut back to a drop-off and pick-up service. “The tough part is making the change and not being able to deal with customers the way that you always did,” Joe’s son Peter said. “They all want to shake our hands or give us hugs and kisses,” Joe said. “We have to walk away from that and bump elbows or blow kisses through the window.”
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Vincent and Joe Bianco |
In addition to sharpening knives for everyone from chefs to knife swallowers, Bianco Brothers disinfects and sharpens medical tools for healthcare workers. Above all, the Biancos rely on each other. “Family is how we’re going to survive this,” Vincent said. “My brother Joe is a rock. He’s my twin brother. He’s not just my brother. He’s part of me,” Joe said. “We’ve always been together, so we will always do everything together.”
Source: Elle McLogan, The Dig, cbslocal.com [6/19/20]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Six Biggest Mistakes Physicians Make When Planning for Retirement: Part 5
Here are six common retirement planning mistakes physicians make that could significantly interfere with a timely and successful retirement:
5. Lacking in Estate Planning Documents: While many physicians deserve kudos for keeping and maintaining important documents around their practices, they aren’t always known for being as vigilant with their personal estate planning documents. Pertinent documents include your financial powers of attorney and medical directives while you are alive and your wishes for your estate after you pass. In the absence of these documents, your family could be exposed to making tough medical decisions on your behalf, a lengthy probate process, and costly attorney fees—all of which could be significantly injurious to their financial well-being.
Source: Julianne F. Andrews, MBA, CFP®, AIF®, Physicians Practice [6/1/20]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
RE: Where Did Biomechanics, the Foundation of our Profession, Go?
From: Bret M. Ribotsky, DPM
Over the past few months, I have been spending many hours on webinar after webinar and two significant observations have become crystal clear to me. 1) It’s incredible how bright and surgically talented the young presenters are with their operative skills and 2) The foundation that separated our profession from orthopedics has been overlooked. From lectures on bunion surgery discussing hypemobility of the 1st met-cuneiform joint to hammertoe surgical reconstruction, there is ZERO discussion on the biomechanical etiology of these conditions.
Gait analysis and applied biomechanics are what has and will make our profession catapult forward. I often ask about the biomechanics on these webinars, but the question, if chosen is barely answered. With ABPOPPM (now ABPM) and ACFAOM (now ACPM) dropping the word “orthopedics”, are we losing the skill to determine the difference between open chain kinetics and closed chain kinetics pathology. If so, how can correct surgical procedures be explained? As a past president of ACFAOM (1999-2001) I am very worried with the direction our profession is going. Am I alone?
Bret M. Ribotsky, DPM, Boca Raton, FL
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| PODIATRISTS AND THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC | |
From: Elliot Udell, DPM
We are all struggling to open our practices and provide the safest possible environments. Some doctors and dentists are requiring that patients' temperatures be taken before they are seen. Others require that patients attest that they have no symptoms of the coronavirus. Needless to say, all offices require social distancing in the waiting rooms and the use of masks by patients and all staff.
Now there is a big elephant in the room. Irrespective of your political beliefs, what do you say to a patient when he or she says to you, "why are you being so strict when the President of the United States just conducted a political rally where there were thousands present and there was no social distancing and the majority of attendees were not wearing masks? Combine that with the protest marches in many cities, applauded by many local government officials, where there too was no social distancing and many participants did not use masks.
Elliot Udell, DPM, Hicksville, NY
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From: Joshua Kaye, DPM
Essentially all the noteworthy, professional, and highly-trained immunologists would strongly disagree with the statement from Dr. Kirlin’s comment, “The effectiveness of double[cotton] masking may be as effective as the vaccine that we’re waiting on. We could be achieving the same thing a vaccine would if we all just wore our masks.” What is his source of information? Is this his opinion, and if so, what statistics or science is that based upon?
Joshua Kaye, DPM, Los Angeles, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
I first met Robert Sheinberg 40 years ago at NYCPM where he excelled as a student. We have practiced in the same Florida community for the past 25 years. He was a brilliant, well respected, and very talented physician. He was extremely philanthropic as he and his wife helped establish the local "Y". His passing happened way too soon and he will be missed by his family, friends, patients, and community. Very sad.
Eric Weinstein, DPM, Weston, FL
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From: Estelle Albright, DPM
The PM News poll shows that 1/3 of those responding still grind fungal nails without a dust extractor. Considering the risk that aerosol toxic nail dust poses to your health and that of your patients, I cannot understand why some continue to use this technique.
Better options include medically treating dystrophic fungal nails: Having patients use a nail softener or topical antifungal on their nails to permit sharp debridement, nail surgery, and oral antifungals. I urge those of you who continue to grind nails to consider changing to a safe, medically indicated treatment method.
Estelle Albright, DPM, Indianapolis, IN
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP) | |
From: Robert P. Thiele, DPM
Regarding the foot picture, my simple guess would be a raccoon paw after a good podiatry session as those nails have been very well debrided. 
Robert P. Thiele, DPM, Bridgewater, NJ
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RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Holey heels...what are these? |
Source: Anastasia Radevich via Virtual Shoe Museum
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ASSOCIATE POSITION - KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE AREA
Very busy and growing practice with multiple locations and doctors in booming Knoxville, Tennessee area seeks high energy and personable physician. Modern, office-based practice with readily available privileges at all local hospitals and surgery centers. Immediate volume to fill your schedule with a variety of patients ranging from complex surgical cases to routine foot care. Extremely competitive salary plus very generous bonus structure and benefits. Please send cover letter and CV to ddavidphawk@yahoo.com.
FULL TIME PODIATRIST- NORTHERN NEW JERSEY
We are a fast-growing podiatry practice in North 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 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 – NORTHERN, NJ
Full Time/Part Time. Fast growing multi locations, North Jersey podiatry group practice. Seeking highly motivated, entrepreneurial, well trained surgical and clinical podiatrist, who desires to join private independent practice. Current NJ license by August 15th 2020. Partnership opportunity, with full practice medical management services. Send your CV karinahc29@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CLEVELAND SW SUBURBS
Excellent opportunity to join a 30 year old well-established busy two office location practice seeking a PSR-36 Board Qualified/Certified with ABPS. All phases of podiatry from surgery to wound care. Staff privileges at 3 local hospitals. Modern offices recently remodeled and equipped with certified EMR, digital x-rays and all aspects of DME. Significant opportunity for growth and development. Please forward CV to medical123@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - HAMPTON ROADS, VIRGINIA
Busy practice is looking for a BC/BE FT podiatrist. Must be motivated, hardworking, positive, and dedicated to growing the practice and reputation. Must have great interpersonal skills, caring bedside manner, and positive demeanor. Send CV and cover letter to: sara.bouraee@gmail.com and with a subject line HRFAS PODIATRY OPP.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE - WESTERN MI
Progressive 30-year solo practice in West Michigan. Surrounding area is family-oriented and only 30 minutes from Lake Michigan's sandy beaches. Robust medical community with many opportunities for practice growth. Perfect for a well-trained podiatric surgeon as revenues would increase with available surgical expansion. Full range of services including conservative and surgical care, Traknet EMR, digital x-ray, computerized orthotics, DME and diabetic shoe program. Retiring podiatrist is willing to assist with transition. Independent practice valuation available. Contact: YourPracticeNow@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHWEST PA
Yes, practices are still selling. This office is now operating on a full schedule with patient process protocols in place. Patients are begging to be seen due to the "stay at home" orders being lifted. You can benefit from a motivated seller. Contact: Yourpracticenow@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SANTA BARBARA, CA
Well known 50 year old general, orthopedic and limited surgical podiatric practice. Revenues would increase with surgical expansion. Most desirable for one interested in the quality of life offered in Santa Barbara. $149,000. Contact santabarbarafootclinic@yahoo.com or call (805) 689-2084
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NORTHERN MISSOURI
24 year old, reputable, profitable podiatric practice for sale. Great school and family oriented community. Only podiatry practice in a large area. County seat with modern hospital. Turn-key and a bargain guaranteed. Must sell and move out-of-state to aid aging parents. Serious inquiries only please. 660-651-0264 keithb@cvalley.net
PRACTICE FOR SALE – NASSAU COUNTY NY
Well established part time 16 year old solo practice located in a great suburban neighborhood 1 mile from Mt Sinai South Nassau Hospital. Low overhead non-surgical turn-key practice with potential for expansion. Email: mfrisciadpm@aol.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – REDDING, CA
33 year-old practice in Redding, CA. Beautiful area, mild winters. Snow ski and water ski in the same day. Smaller town feel than large urban area. Has a unique charm. If you love the outdoors, this is a great place to be. Thorough valuation report available. Price $176,000 just.bob@hotmail.com.
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