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July 05, 2019 #6,455  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Protecting Children's Feet From Sports Injuries a Priority: MI Podiatrist
Millions of American children will participate in warm weather sports this summer, from softball to soccer and swimming to cycling. The podiatrists of the Michigan Podiatric Medical Association (MPMA) share that no matter what their sport or whether they play competitively or just for fun, children will have one important thing in common: they’ll need their feet to be pain-free if they're going to play their best and prevent injuries.
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“Sports play a significant role in the lives of children,” said Jodie Sengstock, DPM, MPMA Director of Professional Relations. “Parents need to be aware that sports, which require a substantial amount of running, turning, and contact, can translate to injuries. Protecting children’s feet from injuries, and bringing them to a podiatrist when problems occur, can help keep kids stay in the game and make the sport more enjoyable.”
Source: Fox 47 News [7/2/19]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
FL Podiatrist Helps 189 Homeless Individuals with Free Foot Care
A podiatrist, nurses, and volunteers from Holy Cross Hospital, Florida Atlantic University’s Christine Lynn College of Nursing and Christ Church teamed up recently to provide assistance for the fourth annual All About Feet event in Pompano Beach. During the event, 189 homeless individuals received essentials and help that included free foot care, new socks and shoes, showers, and a hot meal from the volunteers.
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“The homeless face so many challenges and foot care often falls to the bottom of the list when faced with hunger, lack of shelter, and other more pressing healthcare issues,” said Dr. Christopher Pappas, a podiatrist and foot and ankle surgeon with the Holy Cross Medical Group. “But the health of our feet can have a major impact on our overall health, and no one should have to live with foot pain.”
Source: Brett Shweky, South Florida Sun-Sentinel [7/1/19]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
CA Podiatrist Honored for 25 Years at Wound Care Center
Recently, the City of San Jose presented O'Connor Hospital Wound Care Center with a commendation honoring the pivotal role the center has played in advancing wound care, from state-of-the-art treatments such as skin substitutes to the LUNA laser system and hyperbaric oxygen therapy for difficult to heal chronic wounds. Signed by San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo, Vice Mayor Charles Jones, and all the members of the San Jose City Council, the commendation was formally presented by Councilmember Dev Davis to Drs. Polyxene Kokinos, Medical Director, and Bruce Lerman, DPM, one of the co-founders of the Wound Care Center.
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Dr. Bruce Lerman |
O'Connor Hospital Wound Care Center was founded 25 years ago by Dr. Lerman, Dr. Peter Schubart, and Dr. Jude Roussere, all of whom still play an active role. "We'd like to thank all the physicians, nurses, skilled nursing facilities, and families who have had the confidence to refer their patients and family members to the clinic," said Dr. Lerman. "And especially, the patients who have entrusted their health in our care."
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| FROM PM's CURRENT ISSUE | |
Several times a week, PM News posts an entire article from a recent issue of our partner, Podiatry Management Magazine. Please note that the views expressed in Podiatry Management Magazine do not necessarily reflect the views of PM News or Barry Block.
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Why and How to Stay on Top of Your Online Reputation - Part 4
4. Reputation sites come and go. Just like any other, the market for physician rating sites evolves. When it changes, your reputation may be affected. For example, a few years back, Avvo.com started offering physician ratings. Several of our clients were thrilled because they’d attracted excellent reviews on the site, and it ranked highly on Google. But then Avvo decided to sell its physician data. The site was no more, and the physicians who had benefitted from exposure on it had to cultivate reviews on other outlets.
Sometimes, even sites unrelated to medicine start offering ratings that can affect your reputation. For example, job sites like Indeed now let employees anonymously review their employers. These reviews can have a powerful effect on your ability to recruit the people you need, so you need to know what they say.
Source: Laurie Morgan, Physicians Practice [6/26/19]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
From: Jon Purdy, DPM
Board certification, in this day and age, is a requirement to maintain insurance contracts and hospital privileges in almost all cases. Unlike days past, when certification was a badge of honor and optional, today, not becoming board certified can mean the end of a physician's practice.
Like any political world, our profession is intertwined among our state, the APMA, and multiple certification boards. To challenge this, especially on a state society level, is a political hot potato. Even individuals appear to be fearful in using their names in posting commentary. The APMA, through the HOD, in conjunction with the CPME, gives the green light to the boards of their choosing. It then follows that...
Editor's note: Dr. Purdy's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2A | |
From: Norman Rubin, DPM, David E Gurvis, DPM
My partner of thirty years tragically committed suicide just as we had sold our practice and were about to retire. He was financially secure and was looking forward to his retirement. In addition to being my partner, he was my best friend. You would have thought that if anyone should have seen the warning signs early on, I would have seen them.
About a month before he committed suicide, however, I noticed a significant change in his personality. I spoke with my partner about my observations, but he insisted that he was doing fine. Nevertheless, I was concerned and...
Editor's note: Dr. Rubin's extended-length letter can be read here.
I was also at the memorial service for one of my oldest friends. I have known him for over 30 years. I am also a colleague of Dr. DeHeer and know he is prone to action, not simply talk. When he speaks of suicide prevention in doctors, he is speaking from a position of knowledge and caring. I personally know he cares about others. I don’t know Dr. Bellezza, but I find his comments very offensive and lacking any care or understanding of human psychology.
Were we able to weed out those who might become depressed later, I would support giving them the ability to accept counseling or medication as necessary, just as I would anyone suffering. However, to prevent someone from entering podiatry school simply because they may have depression is untenable. To simply say we should weed them out, besides being impossible, shows no ability, in my opinion, to exhibit sympathy for those suffering from depression.
David E Gurvis, DPM, Avon, IN
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2B | |
From: Andrew Levy, DPM
I feel a need to add another voice of support to Doctor DeHeer's concerns and important consideration for finding ways to prevent suicide among our residents and our peers. We too have suffered the sadness of this tragedy in our community, in our professional ranks, and with our professional colleagues in other fields. I discussed this today with a patient who is director of a post-doc program in our community, and they also have that problem as well. This is, unfortunately, ubiquitous to all of our societies.
While we search for the appropriate tools to study the phenomenon and assess different tools to help fight the problems through mentorship, referral to physician services, or the importance of enlightening our fellow colleagues, the important work must...
Editor's note: Dr. Levy's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 3 | |
From: David S. Wolf, DPM, Thomas DeBenedictis, DPM
Years ago, an expert practice management podiatry guru posited, “We don’t just sell hot dogs, we have a grocery store.” In today’s medical world, the “hot dogs”(foot surgery) pales in reimbursement to the “grocery store” (steroid injections, ingrown toenail procedures, orthotics, etc.). That’s only one of the benefits of our profession which gives us treatment options to best serve our patients.
David S. Wolf, DPM (Retired)
Reading the posts about our professional identity, I remember a quote I heard Ed McMahon say to a question he was asked about after becoming successful in his own profession. "Why did he not leave Johnny Carson?" I guess to understand this, it is necessary to know who these two men were. Ed McMahon was the announcer for Johnny Carson who was the star of the "Tonight Show" for many years. Ed McMahon on his own became famous announcing commercials, game shows, and interviews. When asked this question, he looked intently at the questioner and his quote was, "Never go too far from the well!'
Maybe, we as a profession, can advance in many differing areas, but is it wise in the long run to abandon the areas that gave us the opportunity to expand in the first place? Surely, we can work together and share according to what we want to do as podiatrists, but why turn our backs on colleagues who helped to establish our areas of specialties and are a great source of referral.
Thomas DeBenedictis, DPM, Union City, NJ
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RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Source: Bella Elmborg, Wenja Rømhild, and Mohammed Al-Adhami via Virtual Shoe Museum
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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
PART-TIME PODIATRIST POSITIONS – STATE OF FLORIDA
Earn some extra income while positively impacting the lives of seniors every day! KG Health Partners is a growing, mobile podiatry practice seeking part-time Podiatrists throughout the State of Florida. We offer a flexible Monday through Friday schedule – no evenings or weekends! Set your own schedule! You choose which days of the week you would like to work. As an Independent Contractor, compensation is based on productivity. Plus, we reimburse a percentage of your Medical Liability Insurance! You must possess and maintain active Medicare and Florida licenses. Interested? Email CV to kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
POSITION AVAILABLE- UPSTATE NEW YORK AND SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY
Rapidly expanding company serving Skilled Nursing Facilities, Nursing Homes, and Assisted Living Centers is looking for doctors for positions in Norwich, Schenectady and Cooperstown, NY and Southern New Jersey. Positions available immediately. Send inquiries and CV to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MARYLAND WEST VIRGINIA AND VIRGINIA
Seeking a full-time podiatrist: Maryland, West Virginia and Virginia to join our large and well-established group. We have all the bells and whistles along with a competitive salary and excellent benefits with bonus structure. Fair, fun and transparent work environment. Please email cover letter and resume to Greatpodiatristjob@gmail.com
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
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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.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - CORPUS CHRISTI, TX
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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