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June 26, 2025 #8,049  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - IMMEDIATE HIRE
PORTLAND OREGON
Fast growing podiatry clinic in the beautiful Portland, Oregon area looking for 2 podiatrists for immediate hire! Competitive salary and work-life balance so you can enjoy all that Oregon has to offer. Apply here today.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
IL Podiatrist Joins NIFAS
Northern Illinois Foot & Ankle Specialists (NIFAS) has announced that Justin J. Bichler, DPM has transitioned into a full-time provider role following the successful completion of the Northwest Illinois Foot & Ankle Foundation Fellowship.
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Dr. Bichler earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, graduating cum laude from the William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine. He completed a podiatric residency at the Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center in North Chicago. During his fellowship, Dr. Bichler trained under Patrick McEneaney, DPM and the NIFAS surgical faculty, gaining comprehensive experience in clinical and operative care for both routine and complex foot and ankle pathologies.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
MD Podiatrists Participate in 2025 Special Olympics
The Maryland 2025 Special Olympics were held at Towson University on June 21, screening athletes for foot and ankle problems, through the Fit Feet program.
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(L-R) Drs. Theresa Guzman, Enzo Leone, Haseeb Ahmad, Brent Tabor, Joel Morse, Howard Osterman, and Riasat Ali. |
Participating in this year's event were: Drs. Theresa Guzman, Enzo Leone, Haseeb Ahmad, Brent Tabor, Joel Morse, Howard Osterman, Riasat Ali, and Herman Zarate. All of the doctors encourage fellow podiatrists to get involved with a charitable organization of their choice.
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY |
Tips to Keep Patients Engaged Between Visits
It's important to note that engagement efforts don't have to bust the budget. Most tactics rely on tools you already own — your electronic health record's (EHR's) messaging templates, inexpensive survey apps, a smartphone camera, and five minutes of staff time.
5. Send condition-specific mini-newsletters
Segment patients by diagnosis (e.g., diabetes, plantar fasciitis, onychomycosis) and send short newsletters with tailored advice — like shoe-buying ideas or foot hygiene tips. Using EHR tags to target and personalize outreach significantly improves engagement and preventive care compliance.
Source: Physicians Practice Staff, Physicians Practice [6/11/25]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Joseph L Carbone, DPM
Dr. Joseph L Carbone, passed away this June 23, 2025. He was a dedicated MIS podiatric physician and surgeon who practiced in Rochester NY for 42 years. Dr. Carbone was president of the American College of Podiatric Physicians and Surgeons. He served as president of the Monroe county legislation, Chief of Podiatry, Podiatric Residency Director, and Division Chief at all Rochester hospitals.
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Dr. Joseph Carbone |
He was very active politically, fighting for a plenary license for podiatric physicians. A valued community member, his legacy of compassion and excellence will be deeply missed.
Hartley Miltchin DPM, Stanley Blondek, DPM, MD and Severko Hrwynak, DPM, MD
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (DEA) | |
From: Alan Sherman, DPM
PRESENT Podiatry has an accredited and approved DEA MATE Substance Use Disorders Training course online. Many thousands of podiatrists have already fulfilled this requirement for DEA license renewal with this course, which was developed in conjunction with and is accredited by AffinityCE, an ACCME accredited and DEA-qualified provider.
PRESENT e-Learning Systems is approved by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education as a provider of continuing education in podiatric medicine, and has approved this activity for 8 continuing medical education contact hours. Upon completion, you receive your DEA MATE Certificate of Completion and 8 CECH/CME credits.
Disclosure: Dr. Sherman is the president of PRESENT Podiatry.
Alan Sherman, DPM, Boca Raton, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (STATE PODIATRY NEWS) | |
From: Jeffrey Kass, DPM
I’d like to thank Dr. Chaskin for informing readership that a NY scope bill was passed by the House and Senate and is awaiting signature by the Governor to be put into law. Unfortunately, the bill falls short once again of helping out the average podiatrist in the state. If you are not board certified, the bill does not help you. If you are board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine, the bill does not help you. If you are board certified by the American Board of Podiatric and Surgery in foot surgery, the bill does not help you. The bill only helps those and changes things for those with a standard ankle or advanced ankle permit.
It’s interesting how a non-board certified podiatrist can legally perform a triple arthrodesis, but can’t prescribe a topical steroid for a rash on the calf. However, in contrast, one must be board certified in...
Editor's note: Dr. Kass' extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1A | |
From: James DiResta, DPM, MPH
While I don't disagree with the need for podiatry to visit more colleges to gain more exposure to potential applicants, I am more concerned about the watering down of our applicants' strength to schools of podiatric medicine. The problem as we have stated over and over is how can we possibly get enough qualified students is this diminishing pool. Schools of osteopathic medicine are growing exponentially. For example, have you ever heard of Debusk College of Osteopathic Medicine? It has two schools in Tennessee now and a third opening in Florida in 2026. Did you know MSU has three campuses now of osteopathic medical students. How about Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine in Maryland? How about The Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) now in four campuses!
There are 43 osteopathic schools listed but in reality there are presently 69 campuses and many more coming. The mean MCAT of all their schools for 2024 is 502.43 and falling. Several of the schools are below...
Editor's note: Dr. DiResta's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) -PART 1B | |
From: Ivar E. Roth, DPM, MPH
Kudos to Drs. Tomczak and now Saxena. I have written this in PM News before without any evidence, but as told to me from my son who recently graduated. He said a good number of students in his class should never have been allowed to be accepted in the first place. A fair number dropped out after the first and second year, but he felt that there were many in his class that just graduated who were barely hanging on and probably should have been weeded out.
Ivar E. Roth, DPM, MPH, Newport Beach, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PODIATRIC MEDICAL EDUCATION) | |
RE: Updating Podiatric Medical Education (Lawrence J. Kansky, DPM, JD)
From: H. David Gottlieb, DPM
There may be many things that need improvement in podiatry education and training but the residency experience, while not 100% close to uniform nor can it be, is not where to look. Over the many years I have been involved in training residents, I have noted a very large range in the knowledge and abilities of the students who rotate through the program. They are all nice and ethical, but the abilities and skills they arrive with, not only between schools but within schools, vary between minimally competent to almost fully competent. I do believe that the schools need to standardize their training especially since they are all now associated with a university.
Additionally, one should take complaints about current training with more than a grain of salt when they come from people with an axe to grind. A quick Internet search will help to identify those who may have an ulterior motive. I for one will not dignify them with a response.
H. David Gottlieb, DPM, Baltimore, MD
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Source: Alexander Khorikian via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
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.
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - PODIATRY 20/20 X-RAY UNIT
Podiatry 20/20 X-ray unit with tube head included in Atlanta, Georgia area. Excellent condition, fully operational, and ideal for any podiatry practice. Delivers clear, consistent imaging. Lightly used and well-maintained. Great value for a trusted name in diagnostic equipment. Contact: PodiatryXrayForSale@gmail.com for details and pricing. Buyer must pick up equipment.
PRACTICE/CONDO FOR SALE - ELMHURST, NY
Established practice with strong referral base in a high traffic professional condo. Ground floor unit with private entrance and street visibility. A complete Stryker power set for sale separately or bundle with the sale. Contact Collierchan@aol.com
PODIATRY OFFICE FOR SALE – STATEN ISLAND, NY
Podiatry office for sale near Staten Island Mall—$100K, must sell by 8/1/25! Includes lease, autoclave, full equipment, X-ray machine, 3 treatment rooms, and parking. Established practice with 50 patients/week. Turnkey and ready to go. Great opportunity! Serious inquiries: sirichmondpodiatry@gmail.com
THIRTY-YEAR PRACTICE FOR SALE - BOONE, NC
Turnkey, renovated office with Robotic Laser, Digital X-ray, Zimmer Shockwave. Half-mile from UNC System hospital. Only full-time podiatrist in tri-county area. Retiring for health reasons - will stay for transition. University town with a large retirement/recreation population - hiking, skiing, etc. Priced for quick sale - $100,000. Video of practice paulpzimmerman@gmail.com
OFFICE FOR RENT - PARAMUS, NJ
Beautiful office for rent configured for podiatry in medical building. Four treatment rooms, waiting room, reception room, storage room, private office, x-ray room, kitchen, with 2 PRIVATE BATHROOMS. Public bathroom is in outside hallway. Beautiful glass building, HUGE parking lot. Right next to Paramus Park Mall on RT.17N, 1.1 miles from THE VALLEY HOSPITAL. Reserved doctor’s parking under building. 2300 ft.² If interested, send text to. 201.452.2774.
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PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 20,000 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 21,900 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@podiatrym.com or call (718) 897-9700 for details.
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
DEPARTMENT OF SURGERY - NYCPM OF TOURO UNIVERSITY
NYCPM of Touro University seeks a DPM for the Department of Surgery. Must be board certified, have a NYS license and a current DEA Certificate. This position teaches surgery and podiatric medicine to 3rd and 4th year podiatric medical students. Duties include patient care, student education, live lectures in classrooms and patient settings, including workshops, webinars and seminars. Candidates will participate in scholarly service activities within the College community and work collaboratively with faculty, students, staff and administration. Prior teaching experience strongly recommended. Salary starting at $140,000. Complete application (including proof of board certification) here.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FLORIDA
Full scope Florida practice with high hospital census, wound care, innovative office ancillaries for comprehensive patient care in a fast paced atmosphere. Details: www.podiatryinparadise.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TUCSON, ARIZONA
Experienced DPM needed for 2 busy offices treating all aspects of podiatry. New graduates welcome! Flexible compensation options: employee, independent practitioner or partner. Join a high-volume supportive team with strong growth potential. Send resume to Transcription697@AOL.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PRICE, UTAH
Position open for a well-trained, highly motivated podiatrist in beautiful Price, Utah. Competitive pay, benefits and a great company culture. Come enjoy Price, Utah, just a short distance from Nine Mile Canyon and the Manti-La Sal National Forest. Gateway to several national parks and only 45 minutes from Utah County. Interested? Send your CV to laney@summitmedicalpartners.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST GEORGIA
Attention surgically trained podiatrists! Join our state-of-the-art practice in southwest Georgia! We’re seeking a passionate, driven associate to innovate and transform lives with exceptional ankle and foot care. Build a thriving career while embracing a comfortable southern lifestyle in a vibrant community. Ready to make an impact and grow with us? Don’t miss out—contact us today to seize this exciting opportunity! Send CV to Anthonymonaco@ankleandfootcenters.com Call 860-372-5348.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MARYLAND
Thriving podiatry practice with 3 office locations seeking a highly motivated and reliable full-time associate. Candidate must be board eligible, residency with RRA preferred. Great work environment with strong support staff. Competitive compensation and benefits package with bonus opportunities offered. Please email CV to: careers@mynewfeet.com
ASSOCIATE PHYSICIAN POSITION – THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS!
Come home to the Woodlands! One of the best communities to live in the United States. Succeed with our highly respected 40-year, multi-physician, multi-beautiful location. Seeking immediate hire of a personable, confident, well-rounded physician and surgeon. Awesome package! Become one of the best. Send resume to ALEXANDRA@NEVILLEFEET.COM
ASSOCIATE POSITION – LONG ISLAND, NY
IS IT REAL? An employer that doesn’t cheat you? Look no further!!! Looking for a part-time associate to join our house call practice. Excellent Compensation $$$. Must have NY license, malpractice insurance, reliable car. Call 516-633-6364, or email footdocsli@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ST. GEORGE, UTAH
Doctor of Podiatric medicine position open for a well-trained, highly motivated individual in beautiful St. George, Utah. Competitive pay, benefits and a great company culture. Come enjoy sunny St George, Utah with red rock mesas and lush waterways that create outdoor recreation assets unlike anywhere else. Close to several national parks and only a few hours from Las Vegas. Interested? Send your CV directly to laney@summitmedicalpartners.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - OREGON
Opportunity to work in a stable, friendly, and well-established practice in beautiful Oregon. Keizer office seeking associate interested in two-year contract or partnership. Founding DPM retiring in two years. Practice has built in patients ready for new doc. Call or text 503-507-4345. Prefer applicant who can start soon.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MARYLAND
Are you a dedicated podiatric physician looking to advance your career in a dynamic and supportive environment? We are seeking a full-time podiatric associate to join our thriving multi office practice. This position offers the potential for partnership, making it an ideal opportunity for those seeking long-term professional growth. Be part of a team of experienced professionals committed to providing exceptional care. We have state-of-the-art equipment and resources to deliver high-quality comprehensive foot and ankle care. Competitive salary, bonus and benefits package. Please email CV: rscpod@comcast.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTHERN VIRGINIA
Well-established, multi-location Northern Virginia podiatry practice seeks a motivated, well-trained compassionate full-time Doctor to join our growing team. All aspects of podiatry with the opportunity for partnership/ownership. We offer competitive six-figure compensation, health insurance, paid time off and paid malpractice coverage. Excellent opportunity for both experienced podiatrists and recent graduates to thrive in a high-volume practice. Expand your clinical skills in a supportive, professional environment. Please send your CV to info@drandrewvincent.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - VIRGINIA
Growing podiatry practice is seeking a high energy associate interested in providing care to multi senior living facilities as well as the opportunity for working into a partnership to own the practice in 2 to 4 years. The office is located in Annandale, Virginia. There is a good surgical aspect to the practice as surgery is currently referred out. We are a busy and successful practice where, once hired, you can start treating patients within days. There is a $1000 dollar sign on bonus. Please respond to: DrBreiner@AOL.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – MULTIPLE LOCATIONS: IL, KY, MD, MO, NC, VA, & WV
US Foot and Ankle Specialists (USFAS), the largest podiatric group in the U.S., is hiring Associate Doctors! We have openings in several states and offer long-term career growth. Our physicians use advanced, podiatry-specific technology to stay ahead in a constantly evolving field and provide top-quality patient care. Candidates must be licensed or in the process. Please email your cover letter and resume to recruiting@us-fas.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY - NEW YORK, VIRGINIA, TEXAS
Podiatrist positions available for immediate hire to treat patients in Nursing Facilities in New York, Virginia, and Texas. A unique opportunity with flexible schedules and an unmatched potential for growth. Send CV and Cover letter to office@bomsllc.com
FULL-TIME PODIATRIST – NEW JERSEY
Well-established, multi-location New Jersey podiatry practice seeks a motivated, compassionate full-time Doctor to join our growing team. We offer competitive six-figure compensation ($200,000–$250,000+), a sign-on bonus, end-of-year bonus, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), paid time off, paid malpractice coverage, and a 401(k). Excellent opportunity for both experienced podiatrists and recent graduates to thrive in a high-volume, office-based setting. Expand your clinical skills in a supportive, professional environment. Please send your CV to DPMcareer@PodiatryCenterNJ.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW YORK, NY
Podiatrist position available for immediate hire. Flexible hours with both part time/ full time flexibility. Highly competitive salary with bonus structure. Recent grads welcome. Send CV to toetalpodiatrynyc@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TAMPA, FLORIDA
Thriving Tampa practice seeks 1099 physician. No call, flexible schedule, malpractice covered, competitive pay. FL license required; 1+ year post-residency preferred. Spanish a plus. Start ASAP, negotiable. Send CV and cover letter to Drsheehydpm@aol.com
PODIATRIST JOB – FLORIDA
Palm Tree Podiatry seeking new graduate podiatrist to join our team. Train to care for existing client base and strive to expand in Flagler and Volusia Counties. Grow your career with us and learn from an experienced DPM. Come to sunny Florida and be welcomed by a warm, friendly, hardworking team in need of your skill set and desire to succeed! NO ON-CALL REQUIRED! NO SURGERY REQUIRED! COMPETITIVE SALARY/FULL BENEFITS/PROFIT/REVENUE SHARING BONUSES! BUY-IN AFTER 4 YEARS! We will get you fully credentialed with our network including Medicare, Medicaid and commercial insurances. Send Resume and Cover Letter to bobarnold@palmtreepodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION FULL TIME AND PART TIME – NEW JERSEY
Incredible opportunity, well established group practice seeking a full-time and part-time associate to practice podiatric medicine in the Central Jersey area. Applicant must have a current NJ License, Board Certified/Qualified, and at least 1 year experience as a rendering provider. Please send letter of interest and CV to cherylm@njpodiatrygroup.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – AL, GA, KS, LA, MO, MS, NE & TN
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 POSITION OPEN IN DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA
Join our dynamic multi-specialty group, spanning 6 locations in DFW, equipped with cutting-edge technology, physical therapy and an established patient base. Our practice also includes a surgery center. We offer a competitive starting salary with bonus and benefits. Send your CV to Cnunez1940@gmail.com
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