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June 24, 2024 #7,791  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PM PODIATRY HALL OF FAME | |
NY Dermatopathologist Formally Inducted into PM Podiatry Hall of Fame
Amid great celebration and surrounded by a crowd of over 100 podiatrists, colleagues, family, and friends, Steve McClain, MD was formally inducted into the PM Podiatry Hall of Fame at the Il Bacco Restaurant in Great Neck, New York on June 20th. Along with induction, he received the PM Podiatry Lifetime Achievement Award from PM's Editor-in-Chief, Barry H. Block, DPM, JD.
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(L-R) Drs. Barry Block and Steve McClain |
Dr. Block reminded the audience that this is the only award voted by the readers of Podiatry Management through its Annual Practice Management Survey conducted in August and September each year. Dr. McClain, founder of McClain Labs, was lauded for his educational efforts to save lives through the appropriate use of biospies, his advocacy for war time burn pit victims, along with his generous support of the profession. McClain paid tribute to musician Eddie Van Halen, an early financial supporter of the lab.
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
KSUCPM Announces 2024 Awards Class
The Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine (KSUCPM) has announced the 2024 Hall of Fame inductees and alumni award winners. This year's recipients were chosen through open voting in the spring, with final selections made by the current members of the KSUCPM Hall of Fame Society. KSUCPMM will celebrate the achievements of these outstanding individuals at the Hall of Fame & Alumni Awards dinner, Saturday, August 17, 2024 at the KSUCPM campus.
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Drs. Bryan Caldwell and Mark Hardy |
Hall of Fame Inductees: Bryan Caldwell, DPM ‘89, MD, Mark Hardy, DPM ‘98
Alumni Award Recipients:
Distinguished Alum Award: Mark Saffer, DPM ‘67, Jonathan Sharpe, DPM ‘04
2024 Young Physician Professional Achievement Award: Jacqueline Donovan, DPM ‘12
2024 Alumni Service Award: Molly Judge, DPM ‘94
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| PODIATRISTS AND SUPERGROUPS | |
NJPPSG Welcomes NJ Podiatrist
The New Jersey Podiatric Physicians & Surgeons Group (NJPPSG) has welcomed Jasmeet Chawla, DPM to its team. Dr. Chawla earned his podiatric medical degree from the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine.
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Dr. Jasmeet Chawla |
Dr. Chawla completed a podiatric medical and surgical residency at NYU Langone Health, where he served as chief resident during his final year. During his residency at NYU Langone, he published research in peer-reviewed journals.
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
New Fellows Admitted to the RCPSG
The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow (RCPSG) was founded in 1599 and is the only multidisciplinary Royal College of Medicine in the United Kingdom with faculties in medicine, surgery, dentistry, travel medicine, and podiatric medicine. New fellows and members were admitted to the College faculty in a ceremony in Glasgow Scotland on June 18, 2024. In total, there were 13 admissions and an honorary admission to the Faculty of Podiatric Medicine, including 9 from the United States.
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New Member and Fellows of of the Faculty of Podiatric Medicine of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. |
Those awarded Fellowship of the Faculty of Podiatric Medicine - FFPM RCPS(Glasg) were: Drs. Imaze Marion Davis (FL), Katerina Grigoropoulos (IL), Stephanie Hook (NY), Adam Johnson (MN), Ewan Kannegieter (UK), Samantha Landau (NY), Frank Louis Lepore (FL), Brian Lepow (TX), Karim Manji (Canada), Simone Karen McConnie (Barbados), Garrett Moore (CO), and Randy Semma (MI). Also admitted as a Member of the Faculty of Podiatric Medicine - MFPM RCPS(Glasg) was Dinakaran Palamalai (India). Prof Nachi Chockalingam (UK) was awarded Honorary Fellow of the Faculty of Podiatric Medicine.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PODIATRY AND SOCIAL MEDIA) - PART 1A | |
RE: APMA's Response to Egregious Messages from AMA
From: APMA
In a recent social media post, the AMA noted that "Most patients wrongly believe that podiatrists are physicians." APMA swiftly corrected the post via X and Facebook, and the APMA Board of Trustees is considering further action in response.
APMA's response pointed out that the federal government recognizes podiatrists as physicians and that podiatric physicians' education and training are equivalent to the education and training of MDs and DOs. The response also linked to an APMA infographic that compares DPM, MD, and DO education and training in detail.
Source: APMA News Brief [6/17/24]
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RE: ACFAS's Response to Egregious Messages from AMA
From: ACFAS
On behalf of our 8,000 physician members, the ACFAS Board of Directors is compelled to acknowledge the extensive and surprising inaccuracies in the American Medical Association's (AMA) recent ‘promotional article’ on podiatrists. ACFAS members undergo extensive training and certification comparable to other surgical specialists. ACFAS is encouraging the AMA to review the ACFAS Position Statement on The Education, Training & Certification of Foot & Ankle Surgeons, as well as our Take a New Look at Foot & Ankle Surgeons video at takeanewlook.org.
Podiatric physicians and surgeons are an integral part of the healthcare team treating the majority of foot and ankle related issues in the U.S. At a time when public health depends on a coordinated and well-supported healthcare workforce, it is crucial to recognize the ongoing contributions of all medical professionals to meet the growing demand for patient care.
Source: ACFAS [6/20/24]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PODIATRY AND SOCIAL MEDIA) - PART 1C |
RE: ACFAS's Response to Egregious Messages from AMA
From: Paul Kesselman, DPM
The recent posting by the AMA providing a comparison between DPMs and MD is unfortunate but is predictable. AMA continues to lose their share of physicians they represent. They continue to throw dirt at podiatrists and other healthcare providers in an attempt to save themselves and to look good to AAOS. When they mention various levels of training between individual podiatrists, why is that so harmful and is that really any different than the MDs? Are they really suggesting that every orthopedist represented by AAOS can equally handle foot/ankle injuries? AMA and AAOS both know that is not true! And any call by any patient to an ortho office can prove that!
Is it inaccurate to also say that there are differences between training of individual orthopedists. The numbers of foot/ankle surgeries required by orthopedic residents to complete pales in comparison to those required of most DPMs who...
Editor's note: Dr. Kesselman's extended-length letter can be read here
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
RE: Podiatric Cancer Registry
From: Bret M. Ribotsky, DPM
It seems that a week does not go by when I don’t hear of another colleague coming down with some type of cancer. I first wrote about this over 10 years ago on this forum asking APMA to develop a registry just to keep track of podiatrists who have come down with this awful disease. Wouldn’t it be great if we could draw some correlations to find out maybe something that our profession is exposed to is causing problems? Why would our organization not do this?
If it’s determined that chronic exposure to nail dust is carcinogenic, wouldn’t that be something that all providers should be aware of? I’m old enough to remember that Rohadur (a thermal plastic) has a correlation with testicular cancer among podiatrists. This is something that was identified approximately 40 years ago and since those days, the use of that material for biomechanical orthotics was discontinued. I believe we all need to start acquiring data so that correlations can be drawn into the future. Let’s all be safe.
Bret M. Ribotsky, DPM, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Not Exactly (Maxwell) Smart
A diabetic patient with severe neuropathy came in for a visit. He and his wife related that they couldn't find his cell phone that morning at home. They did the trick of calling the phone to track it down by its ring. He was sitting on the couch at the time and they could hear the phone ringing but could not find it in the couch cushions.
When they took his shoe off at the office, his wife started laughing. His cell phone was in the bottom of his shoe. Amazingly, it still worked after he had walked on it for half the day!
Judd Davis, DPM, Colorado Springs, CO
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE AND FACULTY POSITIONS, AND FELLOWSHIPS | |
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ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW JERSEY
Incredible opportunity, established practice seeking full-time associate to practice podiatric medicine and surgery in the Central Jersey area. Competitive salary + bonus, plus other benefits offered including 401k. Please send letter of interest and CV to nrandhawa@njpodiatrygroup.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - SOUTH CAROLINA
KG Health Partners Is seeking full-time and part-time podiatrists to provide mobile lower extremity care to long-term care residents in these territories: Greenvllle/Spartanburg, South Carolina; and Charleston, South Carolina. Monday through Friday schedule, competitive wages, malpractice Insurance, and benefits for full-time employees. Email CV to kgadmin@kghhealthpartners.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – GREATER CHICAGO
Mobile podiatry group serving Greater Chicago is looking for part-time associate (independent contractor with competitive reimbursement); all aspects of podiatry care; logistics, billing, instrumentation provided . Please contact at vadim.goshko@gmail.com or 312-375-6430
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MIDTOWN MANHATTAN
Looking for a full time/part time Podiatric Associate for a busy Midtown practice Please email CV to amaltese2185@yahoo.com
FULL AND PART TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE - KENTUCKY, AND BUFFALO, NY
Podiatrist owned and operated company offering positions servicing Nursing Homes and SNFs in Kentucky, and the Western New York/Buffalo region. Generous pay structure. Send CV and inquiries to phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MANHATTAN
Gotham Footcare, a leading and reputable multi-location private practice seeks a skilled podiatrist with 1+ year private practice experience in surgery and communication. Drive growth with up to $250k first-year compensation. Enjoy perks like paid vacation and a 401(k) plan. Grow with us in the heart of Manhattan! Inquiries: send resume to ana@gothamfootcare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW JERSEY
Looking for a podiatrist, part-time or full time, to service nursing homes in NJ with possibility to work in office for the right person. Looking to start ASAP. Please email resume to ghcp@globalhealthcarepartner.com. Days and Hours are very flexible. Good compensation.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ALABAMA, LOUISIANA, TENNESSEE, MISSISSIPPI OR FLORIDA
Aria Care Partners is seeking Mobile Podiatrists to work 1-2 days/week in skilled nursing facilities. You will have autonomy and focus on clinical care while we take care of all scheduling and billing. Guaranteed daily base rate plus competitive compensation. Electronic charting and all equipment provided. Make a true difference in an under-served population. New graduates or experienced practitioners are welcome! Email CV to: kcampbell@aria.care.
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST – ATLANTA, GEORGIA
Ankle & Foot Centers of America invites a Board Qualified/Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon to join our dynamic team in a bustling North-Atlanta suburb. This is an excellent opportunity for both newly graduated and experienced podiatrists. Step into a role with an immediate, substantial patient base due to a retiring physician. We pride ourselves on a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, and ample opportunities for professional development. Be part of a practice that values excellence in patient care and team collaboration. Interested candidates, please forward your CV to JoinUs@ankleandfootcenters.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – LOS ANGELES, CA
Podiatrist needed for growing practice in Los Angeles. Must be willing to take hospital calls. Must be proficient in surgery and willing to participate in all aspects of podiatry, including general foot care. Spanish speaking is a plus. Omegapodiatry@yahoo.com
FULL TIME PODIATRIST - NEW JERSEY
Established 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. Benefits include: competitive six-figure compensation ranging from $155,000-$250,000, health insurance (including vision & dental), paid vacation time off, paid malpractice insurance and 401(k) plan. Great prospects for experienced Doctors as well as new Associates. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your podiatric medical experience in an office-based practice! If interested, please submit your CV to DrSamofal@PodiatryCenterNJ.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – LA COUNTY CALIFORNIA
Looking for a Podiatrist to join our office in LA county, for Home health Care Centers, home visits, and 1 day a week or more office hours, with potential for growth within the practice. To apply, you can contact Dr. Ross at 310-475-5377 office 310-748-9453 cell or Asross1@juno.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTH JERSEY
Seeking a dedicated podiatrist for a full time position in South Jersey. Practice sees all aspects of podiatry including foot and ankle surgeries. Offering six figure salary with bonus, 401K, malpractice, CME & PTO. Applicants must be dedicated, sincere and willing to grow with the practice. If interested, please email your resume to footd491@gmail.com
FULL-TIME PODIATRIST - DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA
Join a Dynamic multi-specialty 6 location group with cutting-edge equipment, storefront presence, physical therapy. Competitive starting salary of $150k, with the potential to easily earn up $200k with bonus. Send CV to Cnunez1940@gmail.com (Texasfootdoctor.org)
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Very busy, well-established, group practice is seeking to add a full time associate. Candidate must be very hard working and ethical with good surgical training and having completed a minimum of 24 month residency. Applicant must be at least board qualified. Competitive salary and benefits. E-mail CV to llfootankle@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE - CHICAGO WESTERN SUBURBS
Competitive Compensation. Part time Full time available. Office Setting, Surgical and Clinical patient mix Email CV to Kari.insurance1@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – BALTIMORE, MD
Growing practice is looking to hire a highly motivated associate, Maryland licensed DPM, to see patients in the Greater-Baltimore area offices. We have 4 Surgery Centers and offer productivity-based compensation. Full benefit package. Send your CV and inquiries to angelab@podiatryassoc.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW WINDSOR, NY
Part-time podiatrist needed for busy, established practice in New Windsor, NY. Current podiatrist is retiring. in-house hematologist/oncologist and internal medicine referrals. Please contact mlopez@hvhgmd.com 845-670-7088.
WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP - NEW YORK
CPME APPROVED 12 month fellowship, located at St. John's Episcopal Hospital in Queens, New York. Hospital and clinic environment, with onsite hyperbaric medicine. Working with infectious disease, general, vascular, and podiatric surgeons. -The wound care fellowship position pays a 6 figure salary for the year, 4 weeks of paid vacation, personal days and paid health benefits. Please contact or jtfootcare@gmail.com. EOE employer.
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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.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
Practice with 3 office locations in greater Los Angeles and San Fernando Valley is available for sale. Favorable rent with great potential of growth with multiple IPA, HMO, PPO contracts in place. Asking 400k. Open to offers..BEORZEH@AOL.COM
PRACTICE FOR SALE - CHICAGO
Established odiatric practice available, busy medical professionals building (multidiscipline specialties).Serves southwest Chicago suburbs 30 years. Independent practice exceptionally busy, treats wide range patients, all areas Podiatric/Surgical care (including diabetic wound care). 400 Patients month. Doctor tracking towards retirement. Percentage owned in building. Located ground level. Inquiries: docnic@att.net 708-870-4114, 708-423-3377
PRACTICE FOR SALE – MASSACHUSETTS
Modern, well established since 1986. Busy, 75 new patients a month. All aspect of podiatric services. Fully equipped, certified EHR, laser, digital x-ray, vascular machine, Pad net. In-house billing, well run. Located within a mile from hospital. Owner is willing to stay as necessary during transition. Contact drwaw54@aol.com
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