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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,433 Subscribers Daily
July 01, 2019 #6,451  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PM NEWS QUICK POLL RESULTS |
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| HOSPITAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center Welcomes NY Podiatrist
Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center welcomes Ricardo Lundi, DPM, a board-certified physician in podiatry, to its medical staff. He earned his doctor of podiatric medicine from New York College of Podiatric Medicine. He completed a residency at Englewood Hospital and Medical Center in Englewood, NJ.
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Dr. Ricardo Lundi |
Dr. Lundi is board-certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and is a member of the New York State Podiatric Medical Association. He most recently was at Bassett Medical Center, Cooperstown, where he worked as a podiatric surgeon.
Source: North Country Now [6/27/19]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
GA Podiatrist is Chair of Fundraising Gala
Tracye Hutchins, co-anchor of CBS Morning News, and radio personality Jarard J, of 107.5/97.5(WAMS), will co-host the 100 Black Men of DeKalb County’s Casino Royale Scholarship Gala. “We’re very excited to have Tracye Hutchins return and we welcome Jarard J aboard as a newcomer to host this year’s scholarship gala,” said Naim G. Shaheed, DPM, who is chairing the event for the fourth year. “We are looking forward to their assistance in raising scholarships for very deserving students. This will be the best Casino Royale scholarship gala yet.”
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Dr. Naim Shaheed |
Dr. Shaheed said Hutchins helped the organization present awards to six students at last year’s gala.
Source: On Common Ground News [6/27/19]
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| RESIDENCY PLACEMENT UPDATE |
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2019 Residency Placement Status Update - Final Report |
Source: AACPM
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| ON THE INTERNATIONAL LECTURE CIRCUIT | |
CA Podiatrist Keynotes 11th Annual Japanese Society of Limb Salvage
Wenjay Sung, DPM delivered the “State of The Art” Keynote address at the 11th Annual Japanese Society of Limb Salvage Conference held in Kobe, Japan this past weekend. The lecture, entitled “Arthrodesis and Amputation for Limb Salvage” highlighted recent updates to the literature and accepted techniques to address and prevent limb complications.
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(L-R) Dr. Chugo Rinoie, Chairman Yasutomo (Yasu) Yanagita, Dr. Wenjay Sung |
Beginning with methods such as staged wound debridements, the lecture ended with newer technologies to reduce the amputation burden. The symposium had over 500 delegates from Japan and around the world and featured lecturers from three continents.
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Why and How to Stay on Top of Your Online Reputation - Part 1
1. Patients aren’t the only ones finding your reviews.
Physician reviews sites are designed with patients in mind, but patients aren’t the only people who see them. Your referral partners can also see what patients say about you—and how your reviews compare with a competing physician who just moved into town. Reviews can also influence job seekers and even potential business associates such as landlords, lenders, and payers. Basically, anyone with access to a browser and a search engine can potentially be influenced by what’s said about you on a ratings site.
Source: Laurie Morgan, Physicians Practice [6/26/19]
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)
I had a simple case scheduled in the OR this week and ran into a complication I had not seen previously. I suspect we have all had restless patients on the table, but I had a patient so agitated that we had to convert to LMA anesthesia before any prep or draping due to the almost violent movement of both of her arms and legs. Other than some IV sedation, there was no noxious stimuli to explain her reaction.
Once in PACU, the patient explained that she has suffered from this problem for years. She says she cannot sleep at night because of it despite her regular use of ropinirole. Since her primary seems to have ignored the severity of this problem, I want to help my patient by referring her for a specialist consult. I'm not sure where to send her - neurology, pain management? I admit to having very limited knowledge of RLS. Any input is appreciated.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
RE: Preventing Suicides of Podiatric Residents
From: Patrick DeHeer, DPM
According to a recent study, “In the United States, approximately one physician dies by suicide every day. Training physicians are at particularly high risk, with suicidal ideation increasing more than 4-fold during the first 3 months of an internship year. Despite this increase, to our knowledge, very few efforts have been made to prevent the escalation of suicidal thoughts among training physicians. This study demonstrates that a free, easily accessible, brief [web-based cognitive behavioral therapy (wCBT)] program is associated with reduced likelihood of suicidal ideation among medical interns. Prevention programs with these characteristics could be easily disseminated to medical training programs across the country."
We created a survey based on the survey used by the St. Vincent internal medicine and family practice residencies to examine their residents' well-being. I believe the updated study is critically important. The podiatric profession can either continue to stick our heads in the sand on this topic or examine how it is affecting our future by helping to disseminate this survey.
APMA has agreed to help get the survey out to podiatric residents, and I hope your various organizations will join APMA's efforts to examine our own profession. I will be using my bully pulpit to get the word out. I hope we can help to disseminate our survey to the podiatric residency community. We plan to collect the data and present it to key stakeholders to hopefully develop a podiatric-specific wBCT.
Patrick DeHeer, DPM, Indianapolis, IN
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
RE: Maintaining Podiatry’s Identity
From: Barry Swedlow, DPM
I am a retired DPM, board certified in podiatric medicine and orthopedics, and a licensed acupuncturist. I have used many modalities in my practice of 44 years. I use standard podiatric modalities and include chi gung massage, acupuncture, and homeopathy. It is my feeling that podiatric medicine should be an overriding profession with surgery as a subspecialty. We've had this discussion over the years. The inclusion of podiatric surgery subordinating primary care would be a death knell to the profession. It will eventually lead to the absorption of the profession by the orthopedists and lead to the loss of our unique abilities to the physical therapy and like-minded professions.
We have special gifts that help our patients and should not give up our non-surgical expertise to others. These have been the results of years of palliative care that should ever be our kin and ken. Tools this valuable part of our armamentarium will, to my view, be a detriment to our professional survival. We are all podiatrists; the advances of our surgical brothers and sisters are not to be denigrated, but to lose our imprimatur as palliative practitioners would, in my opinion, be a true and lasting loss to our profession and its patients.
Barry Swedlow, DPM, Lynchburg, VA
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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A cool shoe? (Photo: George Chinsee) |
Source: L’Amour des Pied via Footwear News
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MEETING NOTICES
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PM PODIATRY HALL OF FAME LUNCHEON
July 13, 2018 – Salt Palace Convention Center - Salt Lake City, UT
Honoring Samuel Mendicino, DPM and Rembrandt Jackson
Sponsored by ABFAS (Gold), Bako Diagnostics (Silver), PICA (Bronze), and Sammy Systems (Bronze)
PM News subscribers are invited to see Dr. Mendicino and Mr. Jackson 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 now by emailing Sandra Arez sfarez@apma.org or calling her at (800) ASK-APMA.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION – DAYTON, OHIO
Established practice seeks full-time ABFAS or ABPM cert or qual. Podiatrist for our growing practice. Ideal candidate possesses strong clinical and surgical skills. Must be willing to merge into an already established protocol-based office. State-of-the-art facilities and equipment. Hospital privileges, No nursing homes, base $120,000 and generous bonuses. Benefits include medical insurance, disability insurance, paid vacation and holidays, paid CME and malpractice. Please send C/V to DPMOhio@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – LOS ANGELES, CA
Multi-specialty wound care and reconstructive surgery group hiring podiatrists to our growing family. Our practice treats wounds within inpatient and outpatient settings. Opportunity for general podiatry cases in brand new surgery center. Benefits include health insurance, 401k plan, and paid vacation time. Salary and bonus structure. E-mail woundcaredocs@gmail.com with CV.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTHERN - NEW JERSEY
Looking for well-trained podiatrist licensed in New Jersey. The practice spans the gamut of podiatric medicine and surgery. If you don't like treating peds, don't apply. Expect to see everything from mycotic nails to complex flatfoot surgery. Six figure salary with bonus and benefits. Respond to Laoshih5@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - BROOKLYN, MANHATTAN, BRONX, NY
Full time podiatry position in group practice with salary starting at $100,000 first year and second year $125,000 with bonus structure for entry level. Experienced doctors already on hospital staff and affiliated with insurances negotiable. Includes malpractice, stipend for CME, license, etc., 401k, partial payment of medical insurance. Must be willing to travel to all locations. Please email resume to contactus@starrettpodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - AUGUSTA, GA
Established group practice seeking PSR 36, Associate lead to Partnership/Ownership. Includes EMR, PADNet, DME, Hospital privileges. All phases of podiatry with wide open opportunities in rearfoot and ankle. Senior doctor retiring at end of year with full patient load to work into. Reply: kkronowski1@comcast.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CHARLESTON, SC
Board qualified/certified podiatrist needed for busy practice in Charleston, SC. Practice utilizes mini C-arm, ultrasound, laser, DME and retail. Hardworking ethical individual needed to fill position. No call, weekends, or surgical training needed. Ideal position with a family or retiring. Please email resume/cover letter to charlestonpodiatry@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Very busy practice seeking a full-time, self-motivated and hard-working podiatry associate. Competitive salary and benefits offered. Please email CV to: podiatrists@icloud.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MIAMI, FL
We are a growing practice in Miami, FL with three podiatrists working in 1 office and on staff at 3 hospitals. Attractive salary. Practice is equipped with certified EMR, digital x-ray, and laser. Send CV to tvaldizan@birdroadpodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NASHVILLE, TN
Searching for a well-trained and ambitious podiatrist for a growing 3 office location practice. Full-time position offering base + bonus. Associate needs to be board certified or board eligible by the ABFAS. Please email cover letter and CV to mendozadpm@comcast.net. Love of Country Music not required!
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 - SOUTHWEST FL
Seeking associate for busy well rounded foot/ankle practice. ABFAS or ABPM cert or qual. Great interpersonal skills and willing to work as a team a must. Office fully EMR, digital x-rays, Ultrasound, DME. Base salary, bonus, health, 401K, etc. DrLam@naplespodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SUFFOLK COUNTY, LONG ISLAND
Immediate P/T associate position available. Experienced Board Qualified/Certified preferred. Opportunity to advance to F/T & practice ownership for the right person. Please forward your CV to PODCOAL@gmail.com
POSITION AVAILABLE- KENTUCKY
Rapidly expanding company serving Skilled Nursing Facilities, Nursing Homes, and Assisted Living Centers is looking for doctors for positions in Central and Eastern Kentucky. Positions available immediately. Send inquiries and CV to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
PODIATRIST WANTED - MASSACHUSETTS
Seeking a personable podiatrist, for a Busy practice. Must be licensed in MA. New grads welcome. Excellent Pay and Benefits Please email CV to geyser.enterprise2018@gmail.com
PODIATRIST WANTED - MASSACHUSETTS
Seeking a personable podiatrist, for a Busy practice. Must be licensed in MA. New grads welcome. Excellent Pay and Benefits Please email CV to geyser.enterprise2018@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST WANTED – CALIFORNIA/SF EAST BAY
Join our growing multi-office practice, immediate opening. Must have great people skills, bedside manner, and positive demeanor. Must work well with staff and local medical community. Prefer private practice experience. California license required. Full or Part Time. Send CV and cover letter to: ebpod2008@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - STATE COLLEGE, PA
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 18,000 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE- PUERTO RICO
Large practice with licensed ambulatory foot surgical center in Puerto Rico. Ideal for a Boricua who wants to repatriate and continue to practice. Well established, great location between 2 hospitals, with all modalities available to ensure great patient outcomes. Great tax advantages in PR Contact: montanile@podiatrycenterpr.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SUFFOLK COUNTY
Fully equipped beautiful full time practice in thriving L.I. community available. Ideal addition to a multi-doctor practice or for experienced associate(s) who want to own. Poised for growth. Turn-key operation. Please forward inquiries to OWHHPodiatry@gmail.com.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - CORPUS CHRISTI, TX
Well established, same location over 28 years on Gulf Coast of Texas. Very busy practice with low overhead located not far from largest medical complex in city. Best buy at $135K immediate sale available. Gross $450K+ for 4 day work week with excellent room for groth. maggieg219@yahoo.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - WASHINGTON STATE
Well established 28 yr old solo practice. Doctor interested in retiring. Accepts all major insurance. Hospital privileges. Supplies, furniture, x-ray included. Excellent income. Great opportunity to live on the spectacular Olympic Peninsula. Office building also available for sale. Willing to stay on for transition. For serious inquiries pfna@olypen.com 360-301-1585
PRACTICE FOR SALE - BOCA RATON, FL
35 year general podiatric practice with emphasis on sports medicine & orthotics. Great location. Excellent growth potential. Certified EHR. Digital X-ray, Pinpointe Laser. All private insurances accepted. Will stay to transition. 561-247-1144. E-mail - victor195754@yahoo.com
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE
PDM chair (excellent condition), Diagnostic ultrasound FALCO 100 Pie Medical with printer and stand, wound mapping and all other functions. Instratek Edintrack systems for endoscopic decompression and endoscopic plantar fasciectomy. Gold instruments complete set, hardly used. Surgical instruments and osteotomes. Ergo power drill for osteotripsy. drjsfox@gmail.com
PRACTICES WANTED TO BUY - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Building out a network of podiatry practices throughout southern California. We are looking to buy podiatry practices large, small, rural or urban. Podiatrists who are looking to retire soon or in the near future, or wanting to join a larger group to handle business operations can contact us at podiatrymanagementinc@gmail.com. Competitive compensation and benefits package for those who would like to sell and work within the larger company.
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