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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 22,157 Subscribers Daily
June 27, 2022 #7,286  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
IN Podiatrist Discusses Who Should Run in Minimalist Shoes
“Generally, the runners who do well with minimalist shoes are those who are forefoot strikers — meaning they keep their weight in the forefoot and land on the ball of their foot — and high-arch forefoot strikers,” says Alex Kor, DPM, a podiatrist at Witham Health Services in Lebanon, Indiana, and fellow of the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine.
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Minimalist running shoes are also a good choice for runners with a neutral gait. However, heel strikers and those who overpronate (roll their feet inward) and underpronate (roll their feet to the outer edges) are probably better off steering clear of minimalist running shoes, Dr. Kor says.
Source: Tiffany Ayuda, Footwear News [6/22/22]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
NC Podiatrist Becomes Director of Podiatry at NC Elder Care
Niara Wright, DPM recently started a new position as Director of Podiatry at NC Elder Care in High Point, North Carolina. Dr. Wright earned her podiatric medical degree at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine.
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Dr. Wright completed her podiatric residency at St. Joseph's Medical Center in Yonkers, New York. She is an active member of the American College of Podiatric Medicine.
Source; Linkedin
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Vitamin Deficiency Can Cause Heel Fissures: UK Podiatrist
Although a good soak, pumice, and moisturize will do your feet the world of good, interestingly the foods you eat can also play a big role in the state of your feet. Expert podiatrist Dina Gohil says: “Your feet, just like any other part of your body, contain bones, muscles, ligaments, and blood vessels, so it’s important we take care of them.”
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She adds that an overall vitamin deficiency can actually be one of the many common causes of cracked heels, known as fissures, which can be painless and superficial or deep and very painful. It’s important to make sure you are eating a well-balanced diet and getting the right nutrition, as what you eat will affect your whole body, including your feet.
Source: Lucy Gornall, The Sun [6/20/22]
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| ON THE INTERNATIONAL LECTURE CIRCUIT | |
NM Podiatrist Teaches Surgical Course in Jordan
Gerit Mulder, DPM, PhD, MS, was recently invited to Amman, Jordan to lecture and teach clinical and surgical skills at the National Center for Diabetes (NCD). He also lectured on the use of single application biological matrices for slow and non-healing wounds. The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan has a very high number of diabetics and diabetes-related amputations, and the two days of lectures and assisted clinical surgeries were greatly appreciated for the high level of educational information. Dr. Mulder has been invited back to present a 5-day course on treatment of diabetics, diabetic surgery, as well as implementation and opening of wound clinics.
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Dr. Mulder is very well respected and internationally recognized for his numerous presentations, research, and assistance with the development of wound clinics across the globe over the last three decades... all related to the treatment of chronic wounds. Dr. Mulder is currently a staff physician and manager of clinical research at the Christus St. Vincent Medical Center Wound and Hyperbaric Center, in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Tips to Get a Raise from Your Payers
Negotiating a successful payer contract increase is possible for those willing to craft a thoughtful, data-driven argument for why they deserve more money.
5. Identify you voloume of active patients
This is the number of unique patients you’ve seen in the past two years, Andrew Harding, co-founder and vice president of customer success at Rivet says. Remind the payer that if you go out-of-network, the payer will need to notify patients that their designated primary care physician is no longer in-network, which potentially will make patients unhappy about having to switch physicians. “It’s a lot of administrative headaches for payers and for patients,” Harding says.
Source: Lisa Eramo, MA, Medical Economics [6/8/22]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
RE: Two Tales from the Same Hospital
From: Allen Jacobs, DPM
Here are two true stories from the same hospital.
In the 1980s, we were starting a podiatry residency in Deaconess Hospital. At the time, it was considered the most “conservative” Hospital in St. Louis, had a large and old orthopedic presence, and board certification in all specialties was required for membership. I remember a vascular surgeon laughing in my face when I told him that we would be building a podiatry department and residency there. “Jacobs, they won’t even let me on staff there,” he told me.
When the program started, in addition to orthopedics, internal medicine which had an ACGME program there, was the biggest obstacle to referrals. The leader of the opposition was a mean and nasty but brilliant ID doctor. He was generally acknowledged as the best in...
Editor's note: Dr. Jacobs' extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
RE: The Atheists and The Podiatrist
From: Michael M. Rosenblatt, DPM
Years ago, in the early 2000s, I attended a Skeptic’s Society Seminar that invited a group of interesting speakers. Among them were some well-known cosmologists, other scientists, and members of the Templeton Foundation which funds meetings between atheists and religious speakers. This particular meeting was hugely interesting and consequential. Dr. Michael Shermer, PhD. is the founder of the Skeptic’s Society. I met him there.
He is a very nice person with what he regards as an honest perception of reality. I would characterize him as “gracious.” At the time, I was a member of the Skeptic’s Society...
Editor's note: Dr. Rosenblatt's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM ARTICLES) | |
From: Paul Kesselman, DPM
In the June/July issue of Podiatry Management on page 66, in the article entitled "Add-on Codes", L2820 and L2280 were both defined as an "Addition to Lower Extremity, molded inner boot".
The correction is that L2820 should have been defined as "Addition to Lower Extremity, Soft Tissue Interface for molded plastic, below knee section". L2280 was correctly defined as Addition to Lower Extremity, molded inner boot".
I apologize for any confusion this may have caused.
Paul Kesselman, DPM, Oceanside, NY
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
Woman Makes Almost $10K A Month Selling Her Toenail Clippings
They say being frugal pays off, and it certainly has for one North Carolina woman who is making $10,000 a month by selling her random waste.
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How to beat inflation? |
Rebekka Blue makes money selling items such as toenail clippings.
Source: celebtabloids.com via Dr. Al Musella [6/23/22]
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MEETINGS & WEBINARS
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PM PODIATRY HALL OF FAME LUNCHEON
July 30, 2022 – Marriott World Resort- Orlando, FL
Honoring Lawrence DiDomenico, Stephanie Wu, Cindy Pezza
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PM News subscribers are invited to see Dr. DiDomenico, Dr. Stephanie Wu, and Ms. Pezza inducted into the PM Podiatry Hall of Fame, including roasts by special guests.
All ticket proceeds go to the APMA Educational Foundation Student Endowment Fund. Reserve your tickets by writing to Kenna Barrett.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
FELLOW POSITION - NAPLES-FORT MYERS, FLORIDA
Fellow position in Naples-Fort Myers, Florida, beginning July, 2022. Associates in Medicine and Surgery Reconstructive Surgery and Sports Medicine Fellowship. All aspects of practice management and clinical care in office and around area hospital systems in Collier and Lee Counties. Email Dr. Batelli (ebatelli@aimsfl.com) CV and further info.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW JERSEY
Seeking Spanish speaking associate to join a fast-growing multi locations, busy expanding podiatry group practice in NJ. Looking for a well trained in all surgical podiatrist in forefoot, rearfoot, and ankle procedures. Independent practice, partnership opportunity, competitive compensation and benefits provided. Send CV kmercado@footandankleps.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – FLORIDA, SOUTH CAROLINA, AND GEORGIA
Join a podiatric team whose work positively impacts the lives of seniors every day! KG Health Partners, the largest podiatric practice in Florida, is seeking full and part-time podiatrists who will provide mobile-based lower extremity care to residents living in long-term facilities throughout the states of Florida, South Carolina, and Georgia. Achieve work-life balance with a Monday through Friday schedule, competitive wages, malpractice insurance, and exceptional benefits for full-time employees (health, paid time off, 401K retirement plan with company match). You must maintain active Medicare and State licenses. Email CV to kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
FULL TIME PODIATRIST - NEW JERSEY
We are a fast-growing 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. Some benefits include: competitive six-figure salary, generous, guaranteed 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 - UPSTATE SOUTH CAROLINA
Four physician practice seeks PSR-36 trained DPM, well versed in rearfoot and ankle surgery and diabetic limb salvage with inpatient care. Competitive salary and benefits with bonus structure. Early partnership opportunity. Near mountains and lakes. Enjoy small city lifestyle. Please send resume with cover letter to schudson87@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SAN DIEGO
Established 30 year-old two-office practice has an opening for a full-time associate to partnership career. Must be compassionate, friendly, and a team player. Must be open-minded and willing to learn all aspects of podiatry practice management. BQ or BC. Competitive salary, bonus structure, benefits. Send letter of intent, salary requirements, and availability to NBFA@myachingfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – VA, MD, CT, DE, PA, OH, MO, NJ, NY, TN, FL
PediRite provides care to nursing home residents. Excellent opportunities working in our contracted facilities. Flexible scheduling, very lucrative commissions! Great match if you have open days/hours in your schedule. Resume to sara@sightrite.com (sign-on bonus for VA)
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST, FL
Stat position for busy, modern practice. ABFAS BC/BQ, EMR, Digital x-rays, U.S., DME, Base salary + bonus, PTO, 401K, fees, health ins. DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ATLANTA, GA
Multi-location podiatry group seeking Board Qualified/Certified podiatric surgeon for a location just south of Atlanta, GA. This is an outstanding opportunity with an onsite surgery center. We offer an excellent compensation and benefit package. Please send inquiries with photo and CV to 1sourcemm@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW YORK CITY
Great opportunity for a new associate to join a rapidly growing team. Will have hospital privileges at a prestigious, world renowned institution in NYC. Looking for a self-motivated, positive individual willing to work hard.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FOOTHILLS OF NC
Seeking PSR-36 trained DPM for associate position with busy practice in foothills of NC. Should be well trained in forefoot rearfoot, and wound care. Competitive salary, benefits and bonuses. Buy-in available. Three-doctor practice with one retiring. Located near major metropolitan city, Send resume to jmauney@foothillspodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - EASTERN SHORE of MARYLAND
Multiple office practice located on the Eastern Shore of MD near beaches. Seeking motivated, energetic individual to join our existing physicians. We are an expanding practice with focus on all aspects of Podiatric care. Offices equipped with ultrasound, digital imaging, 3-D scanners, onsite Ambulatory Surgery Center and many other state of the art amenities. Excellent salary and benefits package. DPMemploy@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ARKANSAS
Well established 30y/o highly respected two physician podiatry group. This position is available to a well-trained, personable, motivated, goal oriented, entrepreneurial minded physician. This practice offers all facets of podiatric medicine with an onsite ASC. Located in a rapidly growing, medium size city with a Division I University and a great place to raise a family. All applicable standard benefits included. Send CV to podiatrygroup@sbcglobal.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FAIRFIELD COUNTY CONNECTICUT
Busy, growing practice. All phases of foot and ankle care. Service oriented practice. Looking for full time or part time associate. Surgical skills a plus but not required. Great personality and teamwork required. Competitive compensation based on experience. E-mail CV to drbetschart@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. GEORGE, UT
Immediate Doctor of Podiatric medicine position for a well-trained, highly motivated individual. Location: St. George, Utah. Competitive salary with commission structure. Benefits include: PTO, CME allowance, health and malpractice insurance. Must be confident in working solo in your own office environment. Please email Cover Letter and CV to st.georgefootcare@gmail.com
PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME POSITION - GREENSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA AND SURROUNDING AREA
Seeking a podiatrist to provide service to our in-office and skilled nursing home patients. Requirement: Current licensure in the state of North Carolina. Flexible schedule and competitive pay. Potential for growth goals in an expanding company. Email: niarawright@gmail.com
IMMEDIATE OPENING - FLORIDA MIDWEST COASTAL
1-FT or 2-PT needed for great 2 office/ALF care practice. New graduates are welcome. Will help train in EMR, billing/coding, and how to practice. BQ/BC preferred. Paid CME, vacation, mileage, cell phone, and competitive salary. Please send CV inquires to footandanklemc@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST - ST. GEORGE, UT
Associate podiatrist needed in our St. George Utah clinic. Will absorb around 230 patients per month with lots of room to grow. Partnership can be earned. Learn more about us at afacutah.com. We are excited to have you join our team! Send CV and cover letter to tyson@afacutah.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - FLORIDA, SOUTH CAROLINA, AND GEORGIA
Join a podiatric team whose work positively impacts the lives of seniors every day! KG Health Partners, the largest podiatric practice in Florida, is seeking full and part-time podiatrists who will provide mobile-based lower extremity care to residents living in long-term facilities throughout the states of Florida, South Carolina, and Georgia. Achieve work-life balance with a Monday through Friday schedule, competitive wages, malpractice insurance, and exceptional benefits for full-time employees (health, paid time off, 401K retirement plan with company match). You must maintain active Medicare and State licenses. Email CV to kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CHARLESTON, WV
U.S. Foot and Ankle Specialists is looking for an upcoming or recent residency graduate or experienced practitioner to join our practice in Charleston, WV - part of the fast-growing metropolitan area of Charleston. We are a growing group of 153 providers and 98 locations. If personable, motivated, and well-trained, we would be delighted to discuss an associate position with you. We offer growth opportunities, a strong compensation package, and many other benefits. Please send a cover letter and resume to: newdpm@footandankle-usa.com. Candidates must be either licensed or in the process of becoming licensed in WV to be considered for this position.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - VERNAL, UT
I mmediate Doctor of Podiatric medicine position for a well-trained, highly motivated individual. Location: Vernal, Utah. Competitive salary with commission structure. Benefits include: PTO, CME allowance, health and malpractice insurance. Must be confident in working solo in your own office environment. Please email cover letter and CV to vernalfootcare@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE FT/PT - RHINEBECK, NY
Associate wanted for established 2- practitioner, well rounded practice. Plenty of surgery available. All phases of podiatry - surgery, orthotics, routine care, and wound care. Affiliation with wound care centers possible. Digital x-ray and new modern ultrasound. Please email with contact info - PodassociateNY@gmail.com
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.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE - BREEZY POINT, NYC
Retiring! Established (31 years) turn-key office in Medical Center with other medical professionals offering great referrals. Consistent patient base with excellent room for growth. Perfect for experienced or new practitioner full-time practice or satellite office. Very low overhead, ample parking. elizsmurphy@aol.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – MICHIGAN
39 year old part time practice in Imlay City, Michigan. Strong potential for growth. Fully equipped and an excellent affordable opportunity for a second office or for someone starting off. Great location in a shopping plaza with affordable rent and price of sale. Call or text 248 245 3392.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - AUGUSTA, GEORGIA
Established practice started 65 years ago with a high number of doctor referrals. 2-doctor gross revenue $905,000 looking to cut back and retire in 2-3 years or sooner. Enough treatment rooms for 3 docs. Very reasonable cost of living in Augusta and area. Trails, watersports and yes, golf. Respond to kkronowski1@comcast.net
PRACTICE FOR SALE - PACIFIC NORTHWEST
When I was a student, a mentor once told me, "You can make a living anywhere, live where you want to live". Take 4 minutes that may change your life. https://Vimeo.com/715640001
PRACTICE FOR SALE – SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
19-year-old non-surgical practice for sale. $1,000,000 gross, based on 2.5 days / week. 60% cash clients. Great growth opportunity. Turnkey proposition. Owner will help with transition. Barry Smith, Lloyds Capital, Inc. (213) 379-2397 Barry@lloydscapital.org
PRACTICE FOR SALE - TARZANA CALIFORNIA
Across from hospital. Ground floor. Free parking. I have been here since 1983. Time to retire. Serious inquiries only. Text 818 451-8441.
FOR SALE - COMPLETELY EQUIPPED PODIATRIC PRACTICE - PHILADELPHIA SUBURB
This solo podiatry practice is located in a Philadelphia suburb near the Pennsylvania turnpike. Very long established. Over 35 years (historical reference: 3 previous podiatrists in the same practice) excellent referral base and volume. Additional amenities: computerized records, orthotic lab, digital x-ray, surgical suite, free parking, and more. Podiatric associate with surgical experience wanted and/or available for dale. A reasonable offer will be accepted. For more information and virtual tour, email hershpodiatry@gmail.com
FREE PART TIME PRACTICE – CONNECTICUT
Perfect CT Shoreline satellite location. SIMPLY looking for qualified DPM to take over reasonable monthly rent. VERY BUSY 30 year old fully equipped, digital x-rays, 3 Midmark chairs, orthotic lab. Call Dr. G at 203-243-2545.
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - 2 MIDMARK 417 PODIATRY CHAIRS
MIdmark 417 podiatry chairs (1 Blue, 1 Maroon). Upholstery and powered functions in very good to excellent condition. $3,500 each or best offer. Photos on request. Located in Central Texas dianemphalen@gmail.com
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.
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