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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,418 Subscribers Daily
July 09, 2019 #6,457  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Amputation Patients Often Suffer Financial Ills: PA Podiatrist
As America’s epidemic of obesity continues, Type 2 diabetes has become so common that it’s easy to forget how serious a disease it is. When habits don’t change, when blood sugar control is spotty, when patients have had diabetes for many years, diabetes can lead to heart attacks and strokes, kidney disease and blindness. But even for people who have witnessed its ravages in family members, there’s something about an amputation that really brings home how insidiously destructive diabetes is.
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Doctors said amputation patients need better education and more care, but the complexity of their lives often gets in the way. Jane Pontious, DPM, a podiatrist and professor at the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, said some of her patients struggle with paying bills, buying food, or finding a place to live. Some have addictions. "They're trying to survive," she said. "Sometimes they don't get here right away." Sometimes, she said, she doesn't see them until "they get blood on their socks, they smell something, or they don't feel good. That's very common."
Source: Stacey Burling, Associated Press [7/6/19]
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| PODIATRISTS AND POLITICS | |
OH Podiatrist Visits Texas-Mexico Border
Congressman Brad Wenstrup traveled to the Texas-Mexico border last week to visit a migrant center in the Rio Grande Valley. The Cincinnati Republican, a podiatrist and Army medic, made the trip with the GOP's doctors caucus to see how migrants are being treated.
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Dr. Brad Wenstrup |
In an interview with WLWT-TV, Dr. Wenstrup said: "The saddest thing I saw was six children sitting on a carpet, clean, well-dressed because they all get new clothes, playing with toys, and we were told they were unaccompanied children that were either stolen or bought to come across the border to pose as a family."
Source: Jason Williams, Cincinnati Enquirer [7/5/19]
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| OUTSIDE INTERESTS | |
WI Podiatrist Crafts Fine Furniture in Post Career
Madison’s Alan Kalker, DPM, has a wide, interesting career that brought him to his new artistic profession. Dr. Kalker retired from a career as a podiatrist with a goal: Devote more time to woodworking. He took his goal several steps further, by studying woodworking at the Center for Furniture Craftsmanship, an experience he said that greatly enhanced his passion for the art and his skills.
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Dr. Alan Kalker and Music Stand |
Two years ago, he joined Art Fair on the Square as a new artist in the fair’s Emerge block. The experience, he said, prepared him for the high traffic on the main square at the art fair in the following year. He returns to the Square this summer, showcasing his fine furniture and also selling smaller household items, including salt-and-pepper shakers and coasters made of exotic woods.
Source: Claire Bitnet, Wisconsin State Journal [7/7/19]
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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 | |
4 Ways to Improve Your Online Reputation - Part 2
2. Register for Google Alerts
Google alerts are free (google.com/alerts). Set them up to email you any time new information is published about yourself or your practice.
Source: Laurie Morgan, Physicians Practice [6/26/19]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Michael Keith H.K. Lee, DPM
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Dr. Michael Lee |
Michael Keith H.K. Lee, DPM, 74, transitioned on May 15, 2019 at his home in Dixon, Missouri. He was a graduate of the California College of Podiatric Medicine. Michael was the first of a very few podiatrists in the Hawaiian islands in the early '70s and became very popular. He was very compassionate with all of his patients and even made house calls! He had close to 44 years of practice with clinics all over the island.
Source: Star Advertiser [7/7/19]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
RE: Less Strict Criteria for ABFAS Board Certification
From: John Moglia, DPM
I believe the ABFAS criteria for certification is too restrictive. I was certified over 20 years ago with less restrictive criteria and would not qualify today. There should be a compromise in criteria with no compromise in quality. Why not follow our American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS) colleagues’ path to certification with no specific case requirement? Our leaders must resolve this issue for the survival of the profession as certification is now mandatory for hospital and insurance participation.
John Moglia, DPM, Berkeley Hts, NJ
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
From: Richard M. Maleski, DPM
Dr. Udell's post reminded me of an incident about 4 or 5 years ago at our community hospital. The wound care nurse at the hospital, who also worked part-time for a home nursing service, apparently took some training course for routine foot care and started advertising, with the hospital's blessing, her availability for nail care and corn/callus care. My understanding was that she could not bill any insurance, cash only.
I became familiar with her since I worked closely with her on some wound cases, and therefore felt comfortable talking to her about her new "business". She told me that she stopped after a few patients because she didn't realize how difficult it was to adequately provide...
Editor's note: Dr. Maleski's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CODINGLINE CORNER) | |
From: Bryan C. Markinson, DPM
A PM News subscriber asks if a patient who has had a pancreas/kidney transplant and is no longer diabetic still qualifies for diabetic footwear coverage, being that the patient still has the sequelae of diabetes, and but for the surgery that put the diabetes in remission, would be fully qualified.
Dr. Lehrman prefaces his answer, which is "no" with the words, "in my opinion." That indicates to me that he may not be absolutely sure. In a few rare instances in my practice life, I have appealed to Medicare to "stretch" leniency in their directives in certain circumstances with success. In one case, I was able to...
Editor's note: Dr. Markinson's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
From: Wenjay Sung, DPM
Congratulations to Dr. Barry Block who been a mainstay in podiatric professional news and interest pieces. I look forward to what he has in store next!
Wenjay Sung, DPM, Arcadia. CA
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Air bags have deployed? |
Source: Lieke de Koning via Virtual Shoe Museum
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MEETING NOTICES
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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 - 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 AVAILABLE – NORTH CAROLINA
New associate position that can lead to partnership. We are a very busy practice providing care in both office and hospital settings. We are fully integrated in a large tertiary teaching hospital. We are located in the beautiful mountains of western North Carolina. Research opportunities are available. Applicant should be ethical, personable, hardworking, and committed to quality patient care. We are offering a competitive salary with bonus opportunities and a wide range of benefits. North Carolina license to practice is required for this position. All interested candidates should send a CV with 2 letters of reference to JCMOOREDPM@aol.com
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 - 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 – ALABAMA
Love the beach? Busy, established practice located in a coastal community is looking for a full-time or part-time podiatrist! ABFAS board qualification or certification is required. Must be motivated, hardworking, positive, and dedicated to growing the practice and individual career and reputation. Must have great people skills, caring bedside manner, and positive demeanor. Must work well with staff and local medical community. Competitive pay and partnership track available. Send CV and contact information to: manager@southbaldwinpodiatry.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 - 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
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
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 18,000 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 18,000 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@prodigy.net or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at davidekagan@gmail.com or call (215) 808-0770
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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 – LONG ISLAND
Unique opportunity to purchase contemporaneous podiatry practice in beautiful long island north shore, Nassau county. Practice grosses approximately 425k, on non-surgical services only. Approximately 60 patients weekly. Professional building also may be included as part of the sale. Willing to stay on a part time basis indefinitely. bombbustr7@aol.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
OFFICE AND EQUIPMENT FOR SALE – EAST CENTRAL ILLINOIS
Podiatry office and equipment for sale $175,000. 27 year old established podiatric medical practice located in East Central Illinois average gross income $350K. Serious inquires only. Recommend having a Medicare provider number. Will be relocating by November 2019. See listing drjoe@myfeethurt.net phone number 217-549-1887
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 18,000 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 18,000 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@prodigy.net or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at davidekagan@gmail.com or call (215) 808-0770.
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