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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 15,753 Podiatrists Daily
June 24, 2014 #5,093  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
MA Podiatrist Discusses Flexible Flatfoot in Children
“Prevention is better than correction,” said podopediatrician Dr. Louis DeCaro, the incoming president of the American College of Foot and Ankle Pediatrics, the APMA group which specializes in children’s foot health. “My main mission is to make sure that my colleagues and the public know that much of the correction that they are doing in their adult population is preventable.” The first step of prevention is to start evaluating the condition of a child’s foot as early as age four.
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According to DeCaro, the most common condition that afflicts children is flexible flatfoot, a disorder caused by a foot that does not become rigid with age coupled with an increased eversion of the arch. Most children younger than four typically have a flat foot, but develop an arch later in childhood. Some key indicators a child zero to four years of age may develop flexible flatfoot are poor coordination, balance, posture, and strength.
Source: Running Magazine [May June 2014]
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| SUCCESS TIPS FROM THE MASTERS | |
Bret Ribotsky: What's the best way to ensure that you make eye contact with new patients?
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Dr. Barry Block |
Barry Block: When first greeting new patients, make a mental note of their eye color. This will automatically force you to make good eye contact.
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(L-R) Drs. Steven Albert, Javier Cavazos, and Kathleen Satterfield |
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: Livedoid Vasculopathy?
This patient is a 29 year old, healthy appearing, white male. He first presented to me approximately a year ago with a "sore" on the top of his left foot, which he stated developed a few weeks prior, after he'd walked several miles home from work while wearing his work boots. He'd been applying antibiotic ointment to it and covering it with a Band-aid but it was not getting better.
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Livedoid Vasculopathy? |
In addition to this, he complained of "skin pain" and gradual discoloration of the skin over the past several years. He related this to Raynauds that he has "had forever." Patient's medical history was significant for...
Editor's note: This extended-length query can be read here.
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| QUERIES (MEDICAL-LEGAL) | |
Query: Legality of Physician-Owned Pharmacies
Over the past two years, I have been approached by a dozen or more compounding pharmacies to write prescriptions. Recently, I have been contacted by two organizations setting up physician-owned pharmacies (40% physician owned) with the promise of big dividends! I would appreciate anyone's thoughts on whether this is legal or not?
Alan Mauser, DPM, Louisville, KY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) - PART 1A | |
From: Richard A. Simmons, DPM
The concern is that a patient used econazole nitrate cream and developed an allergic reaction. The patient could truly have an allergic reaction to econazole nitrate and/or the vehicle cream. She should remember the manufacturer of the product as she may be prescribed other medications that will be provided as a generic in that same vehicle cream. The patient should consult with an allergist.
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RE: Allergic Reaction to Econazole Cream (Norman A. Wortzman, DPM)
From: Elliot Udell, DPM
Being an allergy sufferer as well as having had patients who developed contact dermatitis from things that we never would imagine would cause it, I take allergies seriously. The case presentation does sound allergic, however it was not made clear whether the patient had a reaction at the location where she applied the econazole or if the symptoms were only in other parts of her body. Contact dermatitis can spread all over (think poison ivy), however the site of application is always affected first. If this was not the case, look at possible other allergies or even other conditions which might be causing the symptoms.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
RE: Cancers Mimicking Fungal Infections
From: David Secord, DPM
I think that the article "Cancers Mimicking Fungal Infections" is an incredibly educational treatise on a topic we encounter regularly (fungal infections) - which might actually be cancerous, cutaneous manifestations. This article made being a member of the APCWA worth the cost, and there is much more to the organization.
Abstract: Primary and metastatic malignancies may occasionally mimic or co-exist with cutaneous fungal infections. The authors report three cases of cancers that were initially presumed to be cutaneous fungal infections. Dermatologists should maintain a low threshold for skin biopsy in patients with persistent or refractory fungal infections.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
RE: PADnet Now Charges to Transmit Reports
From: Jeffrey Kass, DPM
I own a PADnet machine from Biomedix. This is the non-invasive machine that takes segmental pressures with PVRs and ABIs, and then allows the podiatrist to transmit the test to a "reader" of their choice (usually vascular doctor or interventional radiologist). The equipment was expensive ($20,000 range). Biomedix apparently was sold. All of a sudden, my PADnet no longer will transmit the report to my "reader." My error message reads, "The subscription expiration date is 5/31/14 contact nnothrup@biomedix.com 651-233-5957.
I called and got a loud ringing noise. I emailed, and the email was bounced back. I called a colleague who informed me, "oh you didn't hear, you are now going to be charged to transmit the test." He was quoting me price ranges of $600-1200 per year depending on if I want hardware/software support as well. I am not a lawyer, hence I do not know the legality of this. From my perspective, this is "highway robbery" and NOT appreciated. I implore my colleagues if you are as outraged as I am, DO NOT PAY. Print a copy of your reports and fax them to the reader of your choice, and let the company know that what they are doing is not appreciated. (assuming you figure out how to contact them).
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From: Jengyu Lai, DPM
"ACHM has taken the stand that podiatrists are not real physicians and cannot provide emergency care for HBO if a problem arises."
ACHM goes hand-in-hand with the American Professional Wound Care Association. This illustrates the importance of a physicians-only wound care organization that treats podiatric physicians as real physicians. Please check out and join the Academy of Physicians in Wound Healing (www.apwh.org).
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 1
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From: F. T. Meccia, DPM
Congratulations to Dr. Hrywnak for a well deserved award. As a former student of his, I also wish to thank him for all the knowledge he shared with us. Ten years later, I still refer to my business law notes and practice management notes.
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 2
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PRACTICE FOR SALE – DELRAY BEACH, FL
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OFFICE FOR SALE - S.E. FLORIDA
20 year old office, South Palm Beach County. Owners looking to semi-retire. Location in very busy section of Delray - Boynton. Serious inquiries only. Asking $175,000. Email reply - Bafamt@aol.com
MEDICAL OFFICE AVAILABLE - STATEN ISLAND
medical center with great parking in modern well kept multi office building. Concord, S.I., near bus, taxi, and highway. 1000 square feet (approximate), air conditioned, water available all treatment rooms, cabinets in place for purchase from previous Podiatrist. long lease available. Call 212 794 0089
SPACE TO SHARE - MANHATTAN AND LI
Desirable locations on Upper East Side, Gramercy, the Financial District, and Plainview (North Shore Long Island). Extremity MRI and cat scan available in selected offices. Call 516 476-1815PODO2345@AOL.COM
PRACTICE FOR SALE- DAYTONA BEACH, FL
Established practice in beautiful Daytona Beach Florida for sale. Doctor retiring after 40 years in this location. Practice has included all routine podiatric care, minor surgeries, wound care providing diabetic footwear. Currently a part-time practice, but definitely has full-time potential. Email inquiries to: feetinflorida@yahoo.com
THREE OUTSTANDING PODIATRY PRACTICES FOR SALE - NYC
West Village practice, stunning location on Fifth Ave, asking 685K, fully furnished. 20+years. Middle Village podiatry practice asking 95K, with existing medical condo for 379K. Midtown podiatry practice, 10+ years, asking 95K. Call Jeff Tanenbaum, Tanenbaum Healthcare @Halstead Property Park Ave.,646-234-2226 , jtanenbaum@halstead.com.
PART-TIME PRACTICE FOR SALE - GLENDALE CALIFORNIA
Rid yourself of totally relying on insurance payments for your services by using fluid Silicone implants. Great financial potential for an informed Podiatrist willing to promote this knowledge. Part-time practice also includes Medicare and cash pay patient base. Great location with low overhead. 818-241-4781
NURSING HOME OPPORTUNITY – STATEN ISLAND, NY
Nursing Home patient care opportunity. Staten Island , 1 morning (9-12) per week. Must have NY license, med mal insurance. Available August 1. You must be ethical. Quality care expected. call 212 794 0089
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL NEW JERSEY
Immediate FT opportunity for an associate position leading to buy-in/partnership. Self motivated, hardworking individual surgically trained to join 30 plus year very well established practice with high patient volume. Competitive salary and benefit package. Send CV to jerseypod@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CONNECTICUT
Immediate position for full time ethical and motivated surgeon for a busy single location practice. Competitive compensation available leading to buy in. Board certification a plus but must have excellent forefoot and rearfoot experience. Just miles from a residency training program with hospital privileges available. bfsoffice@4udr.com
WELL ESTABLISHED AND EXTREMELY BUSY PRACTICE - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Seeking surgically trained, Board Certified/Board Eligible podiatrist immediately. Competitive salary and benefits compensation offered for all aspects of care including surgery, office hours, nursing home and managed care. Spanish speaking is a definite plus. We have EMR and digital x-ray. Please email your CV and coverletter to ocpodiatryoffice@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NYC
Busy surgical podiatry group looking for a part time associate to start immediately. This position can lead to full time work within 6 months. Must be willing to rotate through offices in Brooklyn, Queens, and Manhattan. Great opportunity for personal and professional Please contactdrlevy@starrettpodiatry.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – BROOKLYN, NY
Excellent opportunity for a motivated, ethical, and enthusiastic associate to join a successful, well established hospital affiliated practice. Must be residency trained PSR 24/36. Board eligible/certified by ABPS preferred. Must be component in forefoot and rear foot surgery. Competitive salary with incentives commensurate with performance. Email CV to manfootcare@aol.com or fax to: 718-875-3171
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – PENNSYLVANIA AND UPSTATE NY
A provider of high quality podiatric care in Nursing Facilities and Assisted Living Communities is looking for a podiatrist to treat patients in Philadelphia PA, Northeastern PA (Scranton, Wilkes-Barre Area), and Upstate NY. We are a fast growing company looking for motivated and caring podiatrists. We offer both full time and part-time positions, with flexible schedules and an unmatched potential for growth. Please send your CV and Cover Letter to tajdpm@verizon.net .
ASSOCIATE POSITION- HUDSON VALLEY REGION, NY
Hudson Valley Foot Associates has a great opportunity available! We’re a high-volume, diversified, multi-office group practice utilizing state-of-the-art modalities. Great growth for a personable and motivated DPM. Please visitwww.hvfa.com and forward cover letter with CV to info@hvfa.com.
ASC STAFF PRIVILEGES AVAILABLE - NEW JERSEY
Fair Lawn ASC (ambulatory surgical center) is accepting applications for staff privileges. NJ license needed. Patient transportation available in the tri state area. Equity buy-in available. Call 516 476-1815PODO2345@AOL.COM
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