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July 05, 2013 #4,814 Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD

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Diabetics Need to Check Feet Daily for Signs of Trouble: FL Podiatrist

“Diabetes is a chronic problem that requires daily care,” says Jaime Carbonell, DPM, foot surgeon in Miami. In addition to glucose control, daily care means checking your feet for any signs of trouble.

Dr. Jaime Carbonell

“When sensation is limited, small wounds, such as blisters from poorly fitting shoes, cause no pain, so you aren’t aware of them until they become serious,” explains Dr. Carbonell.

Source: Avery Hurt, Mediaplanet.com

CA Podiatrist Collects Over 3,000 Shoes for Disaster Victims

In the last three years, Dr. Michele Summers Colon has received over 3,000 pairs of shoes, which she has donated to various community organizations, including Souls 4 Soles, a local and global program which helps to get shoes to survivors of the recent Los Angeles County fires and the Oklahoma tornado disaster.

Dr. Michelle Summers Colon

As a practicing podiatrist for the last 15 years, Dr. Colon got her start in shoe donation programs that benefited homeless veterans when she earned her Master’s degree and DPM degree at Barry University in Miami in 1992. “It’s one way I give back to the community,” said Dr. Colon.

Source: Sarah Grear, Midvalley News [7/3/13]

NY Podiatrist Interviewed About Nicaraguan Mission Trips

Drs. Charles Morelli and Jeffrey Siegel appeared on The Dawn Show this week for a full 30-minute interview about their repeated surgical mission trips to Nicaragua. They were interviewed on local New Jersey and Philadelphia television by Dawn Stensland Mendte (formerly of CNN), and were joined by Dr. Siegel's daughter Jackie and wife Laura who also accompanied them on their most recent trip.

(L-R) Drs. Charles Morelli, Jeffrey Siegel, and host Dawn Stensland Mendte

"Dr. Siegel and I take this trip every year, along with students and residents from affiliated hospitals. We can't see ourselves stopping," says Dr. Morelli.

Source: Dawn Stensland Mendte, KMCNTV44 [7/2/13]

Wrong Choice of Footwear Can Lead to "Shoe-icide" - NY Podiatrist

Shoes  are an essential part of a wardrobe for men and women. Some people select shoes according to fashion and not on how comfortable they are with their shoes. According to podiatrist Dr. Hillary Brenner though, uncomfortable shoes such as “ultra-high heels could lead to everything from ankle sprains to chronic pain” leading to “shoe-icide.”

Dr. Hillary Brenner

People should therefore be aware of what are considered as the best and worst footwear to protect themselves from injury and sickness.

Source: Virginia Gaces, Helium

Physician Pay Increasingly Tied to Patient Satisfaction, Survey Says

Physicians may have an extra incentive to keep their patients from sitting long in the doctor’s office waiting room, as an increasing amount of their compensation is becoming based on patient satisfaction. In what appears to be the very beginning of a growing trend, a new survey shows two percent of primary care physicians’ compensation is based on “patient satisfaction metrics” while one percent of specialist physician compensation is based on “patient satisfaction metrics.”

It’s the first time patient satisfaction scores were part of an annual compensation report from the Medical Group Management Association but it likely won’t be the last. Across the country, business and health insurance companies are pushing for more patient satisfaction metrics, whether they are how quickly phone calls are returned to how long a patient sits in a physician office waiting area.

Source: Forbes via Medicare Matters [7/3/13]

RE: Freiberg's Infraction in 47 Year Old Male
From: G. Dock Dockery, DPM

I have successfully treated several of these cases over the past 30 years with a Gauthier-Elbaz procedure.

Gauthier Osteotomy

Gauthier G, Elbaz R: Freiberg's infraction: a subchondral bone fatigue fracture. A new surgical treatment. Clin Orthop Jul-Aug; (142): 93-5, 1979.

G. Dock Dockery, DPM, Seattle, WA, gdockdockery@aol.com

RE: Freiberg's Infraction in 47 Year Old Male
From: Don Peacock, DPM

Based on the x-ray and the clinical history, I feel comfortable that this condition is Freiberg’s disease. Obviously, an MRI can provide information in cases where Freiberg disease is suspected, but no significant radiographic alterations are noted. In this case, there is significant radiographic alteration of the second metatarsal phalangeal joint. This case appears to be a stage 4 necrosis of the metatarsalphalangeal joint.

Approach this deformity through minimally invasive surgery by performing a ...

Editor's note: Dr. Peacock's extended-length letter can be read here.

RE: Sacred Heart Hospital Closes (Greg Amarantos, DPM)
From: Robert Scott Steinberg, DPM

Thank you, Drs. Ted Polizos and Greg Amarantos for saving the  program from the now closed Sacred Heart (formally Franklin Blvd) Hospital, Chicago, and bringing the program and its six residents to Swedish Covenant Hospital, Chicago. Keep us updated on how fast and efficient CPME works with you.

Robert Steinberg, DPM, Schaumburg, IL, foot_doctor@sbcglobal.net

RE: E/M with Nail Debridement Codes (Marc Katz, DPM)
From: Michael S Josovitz, DPM

According to Medicare, billing an E & M code is allowed for initial visit patients, along with routine foot care coding. This has been the case. I am from NJ and have been told this many times. For follow-up visits, you cannot use the E & M code with the routine foot care codes. 

Michael S Josovitz, DPM,Manahawkin, NJ, msjdpm1@aol.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - MARYLAND
 
Associate position for podiatry office on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Certified ambulatory surgery center on-site.  Will consider preceptor. Please fax letter and CV to 410-749-6807.
 
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TAMPA BAY

Live, play and practice in the Tampa Bay area. Associate leading to partnership in a well-established, expanding group practice. Excellent salary and benefits in this dynamic medical/surgical practice. Come join our caring, compassionate, motivated staff. Position open immediately but we will also consider 2014 residency graduates. PSR-36 or PSR-24 with rearfoot/ankle training required. E-mail cover letter, CV, surgical log and references to rvalins18@aol.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - CONNECTICUT
 
Looking for an associate with 3-year residency training for a practice in Connecticut. Interested in all aspects of podiatry including  foot/ankle surgery and wound care. Hospital located close by with appointment to staff readily available. Will lead to partnership Please send CV to: dsharnoff@hotmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - KENTUCKY

Immediate opening in beautiful Southern Kentucky with 8-provider group with excellent reputation, full-time physical therapy, MRI, CPED/CO on staff along with a full schedule awaiting.  Wonderful place to raise a family, excellent schools and phenomenal quality and cost of living. Excellent compensation package, full benefits, and buy-in opportunity after 2 years. Email a letter of interest and CV: jonkim12000@yahoo.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - SF BAY AREA

East SF Bay Area associate wanted for 3-office practice. CA License and PSR-24 minimum. All aspects of podiatry. Need to be highly motivated, a self-starter and be able to start Aug. 1, 2013. Salary BOE. Send CV to drscivally@sbcglobal.net

ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
 
Very busy, two location group practice seeking a full-time, self motivated and hard working podiatry associate. Competitive salary and benefits are offered. Please email CV to: footcare4all@aol.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - PENNSYLVANIA

Associate Wanted for busy, multifaceted podiatry practice in Chester and Delaware counties, Pennsylvania. Seeking PSR-24/36 trained podiatrist for full/part time associate position. Two offices and hospital privileges. Send CV and letter to: 123bunion@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Full-time, motivated, outgoing associate wanted for immediate job opening. We are a multi-office, multi-doctor practice based in Orange County and we’re looking for a hard working individual to treat wide range of patients. PSR 24 training a must and Spanish speaking a definite advantage. Email your CV to: ocpodiatryoffice@gmail.com.

ASSOCIATE POSITION - MARYLAND, DC, PA

A podiatrist is needed for the Baltimore, Washington, Pennsylvania area. Partner for the corporation. Surgery center, emergency room call and a hospital location. All areas of podiatry. Established practice. Salary and commission. Fax resume 410-857-4227 or email at butler@qis.net

ASSOCIATE WANTED - NEW YORK

Well-trained experienced surgical podiatrist for busy Bronx and White Plaines offices. Associate working for partnership, if desired. Send Resume to bronxpodiatry@yahoo.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - BAKERSFIELD, CA
 
Office and hospital-based podiatry group seeking a highly trained surgical associate to complement our 3-doctor group. Minimum PSR-36 trained with rear-foot reconstructive experience required. Must have CA license and x-ray and fluoroscopy license. Previous practice experience is preferred. Competitive salary and benefits package. Please forward cover letter and CV to modpm@aol.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL FLORIDA

Associate wanted for well-established practice in central Florida. Experienced support staff, malpractice coverage and health insurance provided. Excellent opportunity for a promising future, this position will provide for the possibility of partnership in the future. To apply please go to www.yourcareerinpodiatry.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - CALIFORNIA

Associate wanted for multi-office, multi-doctor practice. Full Time, Self-motivated, highly skilled team player with surgical, wound care and palliative skills. Offices in Northern California Coast, CA License necessary, salary negotiable with possibility of partnership in future. Send CV and letter to: srfctysc@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - NY
 
Generate Income in NY. Licensed NY podiatrists sought for a unique podiatric project in all geographic areas of New York. Medicare license required. You literally keep all visit charges generated or a pre-determined hourly salary, depending on the patient setting. If you are seeking an additional 4 or more hours per week of work, with no limit, contact us at: ediamond7@comcast.net
 
ASSOCIATE WANTED - WESTERN NEW YORK
 
Wanted well trained podiatrist for IMMEDIATE position. Busy high volume surgical practice with multiple locations, EMR, Digital X-Rays, hospital and surgical center privileges. Good base salary with incentive, and benefits including health insurance. EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY to grow. Send resume to: WNYDPM@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - OHIO

Podiatrists, are you entrepreneurial, compassionate, self-starter, with excellent communication skills? Do you enjoy dealing with the elderly? We are not looking for just any podiatrist; we are looking for the right Podiatrist. Are you driven, disciplined and have a burning desire to serve? If so, call us. We are SeniorCare, Inc. We are expanding to Ohio and looking for the right Doctor. Base salary + bonuses. Call today if this describes you. Call Becky at 314-821-2600.

SPACE AVAILABLE - NYC & LI

Office to sublet and share - East 60th Manhattan, and Plainview, Long Island. access to an MRI, Joint Commission certified operating rooms, digital x-ray, diagnostic ultrasound, and access to a multi-specialty ambulatory surgical center. Also availability E 22nd between 2nd and 3rd and E 70th off 3rd. Turn-key operation - no investment needed PODO2345@AOL.COM 516-476-1815.

PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHWEST FL

Multilocation multidoctor practice in beautiful Southwest Florida . Practice has grossed over seven figures consistently and currently shows 10-15% growth in revenues with increase in new patients and patient visits. EHR is already implemented with meaningful use criteria met. Practice has been professionally evaluated by Provider Resources. Only serious inquiries to this email address. This is a great practice in Paradise and a good opportunity for the right doctor or doctors. Email to: practiceforsaleswfla@gmail.com

PRACTICE FOR SALE - MISSION VIEJO, CA

Relocating to Tulsa. Great opportunity to buy my office. Located at Mission Hospital. Gross income 2012 was $548,000. Approximately 1300 sq ft with 3 treatment rooms, digital x-ray and fully computerized. Will consider all offers. Call David at 949-702-1052 or david@missionviejofootcare.com

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - Q-CLEAR NDYAG Q-SWITCHED LASER

Brand new Q-Clear NdYAG Q-switched laser, direct from factory, never used with full warranty. Complete system with training provided by James Holfinger, DPM, principal investigator for 2011 FDA study gaining clearance for onychomycosis. Call Dr. Holfinger at (216) 390-9757.

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - DIOWAVE 15 WATT, PORTABLE 980 LASER
 
This is a used multiple function laser, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, joint pain. nerve pain, post surgical, warts, toenail  problems, two-year plus warranty, MSRP: $25,000. E mail Dr. Zuckerman at footcare@comcast.net. for questions and pricing.

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