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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 20,000 Subscribers Daily
June 16, 2021 #6,973  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
NYCPM Poster Competition Reveals Students’ Interest in Research
Poster Day 2021 at NYCPM followed Covid protocols, but Zoom couldn’t suppress the quality of work displayed by the Class of 2022. Poster Day was organized by Eileen D. Chusid, PhD, Dean and Associate Professor of the Division of Pre-Clinical Sciences and Kenneth H. Astrin, PhD, Associate Professor of the division. They were joined on the steering committee by Ronald Soave, DPM, Professor and Dean of the Division of Clinical Sciences. The posters were once again judged by D. Scot Malay, DPM, MSCE, Director of Podiatric Research at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in Philadelphia and editor of the Journal of Foot & Ankle Surgery.
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(L-R) Bowen Yang, Malika Reddy, Dr. Susan Rice, Cheyenne Raimondi, and Ahadullah Tokhi. |
A team of 20 clinical faculty mentored the third-year student groups as they worked on their posters. Posters were presented by 19 different groups of students. The winning poster – “Retrospective Review of Post-Operative Outcomes using an Alternative Incisional Approach for the Management of Adductovarus Fifth Digit Deformity” -- was mentored by Susan Rice, DPM and created by students Malika Reddy, Cheyenne Raimon, Bowen Yang, and Ahadullah Tokhi. The Queens Division of NYSPMA granted the winners $1,000.
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| HOSPITAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Cessation of Smoking Means Faster Healing: ND Podiatrist
Jamestown Regional Medical Center (JRMC) is now offering tobacco treatment for patients admitted to the hospital. This treatment is important, said Rachael Renschler, DPM, podiatrist/foot and ankle surgeon and chief of the JRMC Specialty Clinic. Tobacco and nicotine use delays and interrupts the healing process.
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Dr. Rachael Renschler |
“Whether the patients in our hospital are recovering from surgery or the flu, recovery has fewer complications and is faster without tobacco use,” Dr, Renschler said. “Offering this treatment while a patient is already in our care supports them in their immediate recovery as well as their long-term health.”
Source: Jamestown Sun [6/14/21]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
New Jersey Podiatric Physicians & Surgeons Group Welcomes New Associate
Nader Ghobrial, MD, DPM graduated from the College of Medicine Ain Shams University, one of the top medical schools in Egypt. He specialized in anesthesia and practiced for 10 years. Dr. Ghobrial moved to the United States in 2013 where he started his new journey, completed the US Medical Licensing Exam, and earned his doctorate degree in podiatric medicine at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine.
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Dr. Nader Ghobrial |
Dr. Ghobrial was Chief Resident at Hoboken University Medical Center in Hoboken, NJ where he completed 3 years of podiatric residency training. He is board qualified in both forefoot and rearfoot surgery from the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.
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| FELLOWSHIP NEWS | |
NJ Podiatrist Becomes Fellow at Orthopedic Institute of Central Jersey
Rebecca Bari, DPM has started a foot and ankle reconstruction fellowship at the Orthopedic Institute of Central Jersey in Manasquan, NJ.
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Dr. Rebecca Bari |
Dr. Bari received her podiatric medical degree from the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine at Midwestern University and completed a podiatric residency at Baylor Scott & White Health in Temple, TX.
Source: Linkedin
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| OUTSIDE PODIATRY | |
TX Podiatrist Promoted to GM at Mr. Plumber Plumbing Co.
Bryan Sagray, DPM has been promoted to General Manager at Mr. Plumber Plumbing Company in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Sagray received his podiatric medical degree from the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine at Midwestern University and completed a residency at INOVA/ Georgetown University.
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Dr. Bryan Sagray |
Dr. Sagray completed a fellowship at the University of Texas Health San Antonio and served as Residency Director at INOVA Health Systems in Falls Church, VA. He is a Fellow of ACFAS and is board certified by ABFAS in foot and rearfoot/ankle reconstruction.
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| PODIATRIC PRODUCTS AND SERVICES IN THE NEWS | |
NJ Podiatrist Joins Foundation Wellness Corporate Advisory Panel
Foundation Wellness, the makers of the pre-fabricated orthotic, PowerStep, has announced Alan Bass, DPM as their most recent addition to its Corporate Advisory Panel. Dr. Bass is a board certified podiatrist and the owner of Central Jersey Foot and Ankle Care, PC in Manalapan, NJ. Dr. Bass is a consultant, coding expert, and speaker with almost 30 years in the podiatric profession.
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Dr. Alan Bass |
As part of the Corporate Advisory Panel, Dr. Bass will assist Foundation Wellness in expansion efforts of the PowerStep brand by writing articles, attending events, and consulting on marketing and sales tactics to ensure alignment with the corporate mission of helping patients lead active and pain-free lives.
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
5 Can’t Miss Financial Strategies for Practices - Part 5
5) Create a Positive Culture
Demonstrate and have a high-quality mission, vision, and values statement for your organization and commit to customer service training to really create a high morale and a great patient experience.
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Dissatisfied employees lead to dissatisfied patients, which can cause them to leave the practice.
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Track productivity and patient satisfaction levels to identify problems. Don’t be afraid to move on from employees who aren’t delivering great service or who aren’t contributing enough.
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Provide training. Sometimes people fail because they don’t understand how to do their job.
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Translate larger organizational goals down to the employee so they understand how their contribution makes a difference.
Source: Todd Shryock, Logan Lutton, Medical Economics [6/7/21]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Thomas L Maloney, DPM
Thomas L. (Tom) Maloney died peacefully, at his home, on June 12, 2021 – seventeen days after his 100th birthday. He was a decorated veteran of WWII, serving with the Fifth Marine Division Medical Corps in the Pacific Theater. He was a survivor of the Battle of Iwo Jima where, as a Navy Corpsman, he sought to save lives and provide comfort to the wounded.
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Dr. Thomas Maloney |
Dr. Maloney graduated from the Ohio College of Chiropody. A lifelong resident of Toledo, he practiced as a podiatrist in that community for 47 years.
Source: Usobit [6/13/21]
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: Calcaneal Vascular Remnant
Has anyone seen an MRI (or MRI report) with the finding of a "calcaneal vascular remnant"? It is typically found just inferior to the talo-calcaneal joint. Initially, it looked to me to be a stress fracture. The radiologist directed me to studies identifying the calcaneal vascular remnant.
Michael Katz, DPM, Laurelton, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
From: Paul T Slowik, DPM
All this talk about parity with MDs/DOs and now comparing our training with NPs and PAs is baffling. Maybe it’s because I practiced in a progressive city of Oceanside, CA, but we were considered physicians by patients, hospitals, physicians, and other sub-specialties in every way. In my opinion, we are not limited by our license, but only ourselves and our own self-perception. I acted like a physician and was treated as such. We are not primary care providers nor were we trained to be them. Do you think a hand orthopedic surgeon wonders if he is a physician or “real doctor” because he/she knows they are not PCPs?
Most of podiatrists’ problems originate in their own head. If you believe in yourself, others will too.
Paul T Slowik, DPM, Oceanside, CA
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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Now, these are real crocs! |
Source: atbreak.com
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MEETING NOTICES AND WEBINARS
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - BROOKLYN, NY
Busy practice in Brooklyn is looking for a full-time podiatrist with excellent compensation with excellent growth potential. Must be motivated, and hardworking. Send CV to Footcareemployment@gmail.com
FULL-TIME or PART-TIME PODIATRIST - DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA
PSR 24-36 Trained Multi-dimensional, Multi-office group treating a wide range of patients to include: forefoot, rearfoot, diabetic wound care, sports medicine and work-related injuries. Modern offices and equipment. A great opportunity for driven personable individual. Please e-mail Cover letter, CV, short introduction video Email: cnunez1940@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MARYLAND EASTERN SHORE
Solo physician seeking associate interested in owning a thriving community-based practice on Maryland's Eastern Shore with a strong senior living component. There is opportunity to reestablish a surgical aspect to the practice; surgery is currently referred out. Compensation is personal productivity commission based. Please respond to: tidewaterpodiatry@gmail.com.
PODIATRIST WANTED – YUMA, ARIZONA
Comprehensive Integrated Care (CIC), a multispecialty group expanding throughout the country, is looking for a board qualified/certified podiatrist to join our newest office/ASC in Yuma, Arizona to develop a full-service practice including diabetic limb salvage, surgery, regenerative and sports medicine in a collaborative environment. Great benefits including bonus opportunities, medical, dental, vision, 401k with match, employer sponsored Life, AD&D, Short- & Long-Term Disability, with the opportunity to partner in the ASC and/or real estate. Lori.Dudeck@ciccenters.com
PODIATRIST POSITION – ORLANDO/DAYTONA FLORIDA TERRITORY
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 foot, ankle, and lower leg care to residents living in long-term facilities in the Orlando/Daytona Florida territory. 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 Florida licenses. Email CV to kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
HUDSON VALLEY, NEW YORK
We are a high-volume, diversified, multi-office podiatry practice utilizing state-of-the-art modalities. Ample growth opportunity for a personable and highly-motivated DPM. Please forward CV to: jobs@hvfa.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – FLORIDA
Expanding Florida-based podiatry practice hiring board-certified DPMs to assist with home visits and possible facility-based work. East Coast Miami to Jacksonville; Daytona area; and West Coast from Tampa to Naples. Part time to start with potential for full time. Competitive salary and flexible hours. Will consider graduating podiatrists. Please send CV to contact@PodiatristAtHome.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION/PRACTICE FOR SALE – NASSAU COUNTY, LONG ISLAND
Part time associate to work needed, or part time associate willing to work one day steady per week. Will sell 500k gross practice for 200k with sale of home/ office. North shore, Nassau county, Long Island. Contact: bombbustr7@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – BERGEN COUNTY, NJ
Looking for a full-time podiatrist in a very busy, fast-paced practice. Offering competitive salary and bonuses. Lots of sports medicine, excellent support staff, and positive environment. Immediate start date. Please e-mail CV to cma@njfootpain.com, should you have any further questions you may call Gerry 201-523-9489 ext 101.
ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE - NORTHERN MASSACHUSETTS
Looking for well trained, personable physician willing to be a part of the team. Must have completed surgical residency and board qualified/certified. We have 2 busy clinics. No nursing homes. Affiliated with multiple local hospitals. Salary and benefits available. Please send resume to pandover@outlook.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NORTH NEW JERSEY
Part time associate with active NJ licensed podiatrist needed in a busy practice. Leading to possible full-time position, please send your CV to Kmercado@footandankleps.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 – CHICAGO
Available immediately. Home visits/ some facilities/ some office hours. Illinois license is required. Salary plus bonus, or independent contractor agreement. Existing patients’ base. Net $250-325K. logistics are provided. Full- and part-time are available. Contact vadim.goshko@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - HOUSTON, TEXAS
Ankle & Foot Centers of America is one of the largest and fastest-growing podiatric group practices in the country. We are currently looking for a motivated, full-time, board qualified/board-certified foot and ankle surgeon to join as an associate in one of our Texas office locations. The clinic is located in a rapidly growing area of Houston. The practice is well established, so expect to inherit instant patient volume. Newly graduated residents and those with a few years of experience looking for a change are welcome to apply. Must have a Texas license, early buy in offered. Please send CV to info@ankleandfootcenters.com.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE – PHOENIX METRO AREA
Once in a lifetime opportunity for two docs to take over a two office practice grossing over 1.5M in Phoenix metropolitan area; both offices recently refurbished, all TI's paid, both leases with renewal options in place and no debt; fully staffed, digital xrays, outsource billing and credentialing, EMR cloud based, and can't handle new patient volume. Three docs would be perfect to continue growing the practice. Opportunity to also become a partner in surgery center. More details to properly vetted interested parties after signing NDA. Contact: ttr30doc@gmail.com.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NW NEW JERSEY
35 year old practice, all aspects of podiatry. Loyal patient following, large physician referral base. EHR, staff in place. Low overhead. Great potential for surgically oriented podiatrist. Will stay for transition if desired. 201-317-0758.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - TULSA, OKLAHOMA
30+ years established solo practice in stand-alone medical building, perfect location in key market, Established referral sources, Fully equipped 6 treatment rooms + surgery suite, Well rounded practice with surgery, orthotics, wound care, limb salvage, sports medicine, diabetic and RFC. Great mix of private insurance, Medicare, and private pay patients. Current owner retiring, will transition, Great place to raise a family. Email: footman@tulsacoxmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NORTHWEST OREGON
Well established, ethical, multiple location practice with constant, consistent growth. Collections in 2020 (Covid year) $1.1million. Beautiful Willamette Valley with every recreation imaginable, surf and snow ski the same day. Extremely well equipped offices, well trained staff. Willing to stay to help transition and help you succeed. No medicaid. Excellent patient mix. Hospital and surgery center staff positions available. Contact: yourperfectpractice@gmail.com
PRACTICES FOR SALE - HUDSON VALLEY, NY
Long established in two Hudson Valley, NY counties. 4 employed podiatrists, experienced staff. Full hospital admitting, surgical privileges. Participation in most commercial, advantage, Medicare & Medicaid. Custom built Office #1 = 1900 sq ft 3-4 tx rms FOR SALE in deal. Office#2 = 1400 sq ft rental 3 tx rms. Contact: podiatrypracticeny@yahoo.com
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 20,000 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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