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July 11, 2022 #7,296  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| AT THE COLLEGES - PART 1 | |
NY Podiatrist Becomes NYCPM’s First Modern Fellow in Orthopedics
At The New York College of Podiatric Medicine's (NYCPM) graduation in May, instructor Samantha Landau, DPM, MPH received a certificate marking her completion of “Post-Graduate Fellowship Training in Biomechanics and Gait-Related Disorders of the Lower Extremity in Children and Adults,” and became “the first of what we hope will be many future Fellows in Orthopedics,” according to Joseph C. D’Amico, DPM, DSc, Professor and Former Chair of the Division of Orthopedics/Pediatrics at NYCPM. The purpose of the program, said Dr. D’Amico, is to provide specialized training in biomechanics to allow Dr. Landau to function as a “liaison bridging the gap between surgery and biomechanics.”
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(L-R) Drs. Loretta Logan and Samantha Landau |
Dr. Landau’s training included rotations through the gait laboratory at HSS with Howard Hillstrom, PhD; at NYCPM via the Richard O. Schuster Gait Laboratory under the direction of Jeffrey Cusack, DPM and clinical sessions and training supervised by Barbara Resseque, DPM and Russell G. Volpe, DPM in pediatrics. Dr. Landau joined the Orthopedics/Pediatrics Department, chaired by Loretta Logan, DPM as a full-time clinical instructor on July 1, 2022.
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| AT THE COLLEGES - PART 2 | |
WesternU College of Podiatric Medicine Names Five BMEF Award Recipients
Western University of Health Sciences College of Podiatric Medicine awarded five scholarships from their Bako Medical Education Foundation Endowed Scholarship Fund (BMEF) during the 2021-22 academic year.
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(L-R) Savannah Santiago, Harsh Varshney, Michael Guzzardo, Lindsey Bustos, and Dy Chin |
The College of Podiatric Medicine faculty selected five students to each receive a $1,000 scholarship, namely Savannah Santiago, Harsh Varshney, Michael Guzzardo, Lindsey Bustos, and Dy Chin. The awards are presented to second, third, and fourth year students who set themselves apart by working to advance their career and the podiatric profession.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
DC Podiatrist Reveals Perils of Giving Medical Advice to Friends and Family
Stephen Pribut, DPM, a sports medicine podiatrist based in Washington, DC, has had many friends or family members ask him for medical advice. It's a scenario every doctor will face at one point or another in their careers, and it’s never an easy one. He admits some situations are challenging. “I had a relative asking about a third party with an ankle injury. I advised he hold off on using a balance board until things healed, and to make sure he went to see a specialist. Unfortunately, he went to his general practitioner who likely knows nothing about ankle anatomy,” says Dr. Pribut.
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“I finally saw a photo which revealed swelling higher up on the ankle and no evidence of a hematoma — much lower than we would see in an ankle ligament injury. I would like him to see a sports podiatrist or foot and ankle orthopedist, but now I have to stay calm when the advice isn’t followed,” he says.
Source: Amanda Loudin, Medscape.com [7/8/22]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
NY Lacrosse Legend Returns to Open Practice in Hometown
A South Side High School lacrosse legend has returned to her hometown to practice medicine. Liz Piselli, DPM opened her first podiatry practice at her new suite in Rockville Centre, NY in April. At South Side, Piselli was a three-time letter winner in lacrosse and a four-time letter-winner in track, but most notably she amassed 76 goals in each of her junior and senior years with the Cyclones. Her impressive offensive output allowed her the opportunity to play for the U-19 United States National Team.
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The torrid scorer also continued her athletic career at Stanford University from 2004 to 2007, where she had a high point in her junior year, putting up 28 goals and 13 assists on route to the school’s first NCAA tournament appearance. Dr. Piselli started her podiatric career in 2012 in the Montefiore Health System.
Source: Tom Carrozza, LI Herald [7/7/22]
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| MEDICARE/MEDICAID NEWS | |
Feds Recovered $5B from Healthcare Fraud Cases in 2021
The Justice Department's (JD) efforts returned almost $1.9 billion to the federal government or paid it out to private individuals. Of that money, about $1.2 billion went to the Medicare trust fund. About $98.7 million in federal Medicaid money was transferred to CMS. The JD opened 831 criminal healthcare fraud cases last year. Federal prosecutors filed criminal charges in 462 cases involving 741 defendants. A total of 312 defendants were convicted of healthcare fraud during the year. The JD opened 805 civil healthcare fraud investigations and had 1,432 civil healthcare fraud matters pending at the end of last year.
HHS Office of the Inspector General (OIG) investigations resulted in 504 criminal actions against individuals or entities accused of Medicare- and Medicaid-related crimes. The OIG filed 669 civil actions, which included false claims and unjust-enrichment lawsuits filed in federal district courts, and civil monetary penalties. The OIG excluded 1,689 individuals and entities from participating in federal healthcare programs, including Medicare and Medicaid.
Source: Andrew Cass, Becker’s Hospital Review via Dr. Allen Jacobs
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Cryptocurrency Investing Rules for Busy Doctors
Cryptocurrencies can be complicated. As a busy medical professional, you likely do not have time to research tokens or the nuances of this specific asset class. As you invest, how will you know whether you are doing the right thing? As prices zoom up and down, it feels like you should do something in response to market movements, but what exactly?
5. Start early
If you believe that cryptocurrency will be valuable over the long-term, you benefit by getting started sooner rather than later. The best way to take advantage of the next wave of excitement is to invest today.
Source: Jesse Proudman, Physicians Practice [6/30/22]
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Source for Reconditioned CO2 Laser
Does anyone know of a source for a reconditioned CO2 laser?
Name Withheld
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) | |
From: Joan Oloff, DPM
The recent posts regarding metatarsal stress fractures and Under Armour shoes: Shoe contracts for collegiate and professional athletes are a perennial problem we see. This is equally true for the individual athlete as it is for team sports. Martina Hingis was a professional tennis player who famously sued Fila for her ankle issues. For some professional athletes, corporations will create individual lasts and create truly personalized versions of their mass produced footwear. I am not aware of that being done at the collegiate level, however.
We are able to create solutions for most athletes with the use of custom orthotics. For the collegiate athlete, that is all we can really do. I was once called to watch a collegiate women’s tennis match. The player kept complaining to her coach that she didn’t like the K- Swiss shoes the team was contracted to play in. For her, they were just a bit heavier than the Adidas shoes she played with as a junior. Orthotics won’t really solve that issue.
The world of collegiate and/or professional sports doesn’t always protect the athlete who is utilized to build the brand. I believe our knowledge and experience provide the best work around solutions available to them, however.
Joan Oloff, DPM, Los Gatos, CA
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
From: Dave Mullens, DPM, JD
Mel Barton is a remarkable person everyone admires. He single-handedly saved and preserved the California podiatry student scholarship fund, the California Foundation for Excellence in Podiatric Medicine (CaFFE). And he kept track of the CaFFE contributions, investments, and expenses for 20+ years just because it was the right thing to do. It is a legacy he should be very proud of. In addition, Mel is the kind of guy anyone would want to hang out with - down to earth, funny, self-deprecating, hardworking, and kind. I just wish our specialty had more Mel Bartons. Mel, happy birthday!
Dave Mullens, DPM, JD, Palo Alto, CA
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From: Judd Davis, DPM
A former employee of mine moved here from the Washington, DC area, where she had worked for another podiatrist for some years. The first time we scheduled a matrixectomy, she said, "What is that, I've never seen it." I was astounded. The DPM she had worked for in DC had the same patients come back every 6 months for repeat nail avulsions, for years on end! Either that podiatrist was never trained in the art of a matrixectomy procedure, or decided to pad their pockets at the expense and agony of those patients. The 11730 code has been hugely overbilled and utilized, in many instances for simple nail trimmings, leading to the crackdown on this code.
Judd Davis, DPM, Colorado Springs, CO
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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This space shoe is out of this world. |
Source: Iskren Lozanov via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LONG BEACH, CA
Busy practice seeking a holistically-minded podiatrist. Will train how to implement holistic treatment modalities to improve the outcome of every pathology we see as a podiatrist. Please send a cover letter and CV to sdonkim@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Seeking associate to join our busy, well-established (20+ years), top-rated Southern California practice. Position offers excellent salary with all paid benefits/incentives. New grads welcome. Close to hospitals and surgery center. Low cost of living in Southern California. No weekends, no nights. Please e-mail CV and cover letter to Dr.peterawad@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION- FT/PT GULF COAST AND HILL COUNTRY, TX
Constantly growing practice looking for associates to provide care to residents of Nursing Homes and ALF's in the greater Houston, Austin and San Antonio areas. Excellent compensation and extremely flexible schedule. For info email: t.fisher@thebestfootforward.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - EASTERN SHORE of MARYLAND
Multiple office practice located on the Eastern Shore of MD near beaches. Seeking motivated, energetic individual to join our existing physicians. We are an expanding practice with focus on all aspects of Podiatric care. Offices equipped with ultrasound, digital imaging, 3-D scanners, onsite Ambulatory Surgery Center and many other state of the art amenities. Excellent salary and benefits package. DPMemploy@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ASHEVILLE, NC
U.S. Foot and Ankle Specialists is looking for an upcoming or recent residency graduate or experienced practitioner to join our practice in Asheville, NC- part of the fast-growing metropolitan area of Asheville. We are a growing group of 153 providers and 98 locations. If personable, motivated, and well-trained, we would be delighted to discuss an associate position with you. We offer growth opportunities, a strong compensation package, and many other benefits. Please send a cover letter and resume to: newdpm@footandankle-usa.com. Candidates must be either licensed or in the process of becoming licensed in NC to be considered for this position.
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST - NORTHERN VIRGINIA (MT. VERNON) /SUBURB WASHINGTON DC
Large fast growing full scope practice, across the street from hospital. 30-year established busy private practice, looking for potential partnership. Base salary $135K, plus incentive pay, malpractice, PTO, paid CME, and retirement. Send cover letter (“Why I am your next superstar”) and CV to hottoe@capitalfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CALIFORNIA
Largest group in the central valley is seeking associate. Must be highly motivated with good patient skills and personality. Must be board qualified or certified salary excellent with all paid benefits/incentives including malpractice/401k and profit sharing, and will help with student loan repayment. Compassionate and well-trained for immediate position. Office based, Surgery Center and hospital-based with no rest homes. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. Offering a permanent position in a multi-million dollar hi-tech practice. Please e-mail CV and short bio to tflores@wetreatyourfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – VA, MD, CT, DE, PA, OH, MO, NJ, NY, TN, FL
PediRite provides care to nursing home residents. Excellent opportunities working in our contracted facilities. Flexible scheduling, very lucrative commissions! Great match if you have open days/hours in your schedule. Resume to sara@sightrite.com (sign-on bonus for VA)
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST, FL
Stat position for busy, modern practice. ABFAS BC/BQ, EMR, Dig x-rays, U.S., DME, Base salary + bonus, PTO, 401K, fees, health ins. DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - FLORIDA, SOUTH CAROLINA, AND GEORGIA
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 lower extremity care to residents living in long-term facilities throughout the states of Florida, South Carolina, and Georgia. 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 State licenses. Email CV to kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LONG ISLAND, NY
Excellent Opportunity for Podiatrist looking to join busy state-of-the-art practice with EHR, digital x-rays, etc. in Nassau County Long Island. Multi-podiatrist practice looking for well-qualified practitioner to join our team. All phases of podiatry including surgery, wound care, and orthopedics. Experienced, board certification preferred, excellent salary. Please email CV: Jobke@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – BROOKLYN, NY
Multi-specialty office in Brooklyn, New York looking for a full time podiatrist. Bi-lingual English-Russian speaking preferred. New graduates are welcome. Please email CV to ysimona@aol.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTHERN NJ
Looking for Associate for a busy Northern NJ Podiatry Practice. Flexible hours, with total hospital admissions and surgical opportunities from the practice. (Atlantic Health Care-Chilton Hospital) Please contact: Dr. Bart Cohen Pompton Lakes, NJ
C: (201) 281-3036
PODIATRIST WANTED IN NEW JERSEY
Immediate opening for a podiatrist in New Jersey to service nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Full-time and part-time positions available. Days/Hours flexible. Excellent compensation. Excellent staff is always available to help make you successful and your job easier! E-mail CV to ghcp@globalhealthcarepartner.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW YORK CITY
Great opportunity for a new associate to join a rapidly growing team. Will have hospital privileges at a prestigious, world renowned institution in NYC. Looking for a self-motivated, positive individual willing to work hard.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FOOTHILLS OF NC
Seeking PSR-36 trained DPM for associate position with busy practice in foothills of NC. Should be well trained in forefoot rearfoot, and wound care. Competitive salary, benefits and bonuses. Buy-in available. Three-doctor practice with one retiring. Located near major metropolitan city, Send resume to jmauney@foothillspodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ARKANSAS
Well established 30y/o highly respected two physician podiatry group. This position is available to a well-trained, personable, motivated, goal oriented, entrepreneurial minded physician. This practice offers all facets of podiatric medicine with an onsite ASC. Located in a rapidly growing, medium size city with a Division I University and a great place to raise a family. All applicable standard benefits included. Send CV to podiatrygroup@sbcglobal.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FAIRFIELD COUNTY CONNECTICUT
Busy, growing practice. All phases of foot and ankle care. Service oriented practice. Looking for full time or part time associate. Surgical skills a plus but not required. Great personality and teamwork required. Competitive compensation based on experience. E-mail CV to drbetschart@aol.com
ASSOCIATE FT/PT - RHINEBECK, NY
Associate wanted for established 2-practitioner, well rounded practice. Plenty of surgery available. All phases of podiatry - surgery, orthotics, routine care, and wound care. Affiliation with wound care centers possible. Digital x-ray and new modern ultrasound. Please email with contact info - PodassociateNY@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WESTERN WASHINGTON
Looking for a great opportunity in the beautiful Pacific Northwest? Position with future partnership/ownership possible for motivated DPM. Must be Board eligible or certified. Western Washington north of Seattle growing community, full surgical opportunities at local hospitals. dogsarebarking@hotmail.com
PODIATRIST - CHICAGO
Busy, multi-physician podiatry practice in Chicago looking to hire podiatrist for office base and housecalls. Earnings $350K and up, flexible hours, full or part time, fixed hours, full logistics and scheduling provided, bonus and partnership track, malpractice and health insurance. Peers physicians references provided. Please email Kinga.efac@gmail.com or call 312-375-6430.
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST - ST. GEORGE, UT
Associate podiatrist needed in our St. George Utah clinic. Will absorb around 230 patients per month with lots of room to grow. Partnership can be earned. Learn more about us at afacutah.com. We are excited to have you join our team! Send CV and cover letter to tyson@afacutah.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CHARLESTON, WV
U.S. Foot and Ankle Specialists is looking for an upcoming or recent residency graduate or experienced practitioner to join our practice in Charleston, WV - part of the fast-growing metropolitan area of Charleston. We are a growing group of 153 providers and 98 locations. If personable, motivated, and well-trained, we would be delighted to discuss an associate position with you. We offer growth opportunities, a strong compensation package, and many other benefits. Please send a cover letter and resume to: newdpm@footandankle-usa.com. Candidates must be either licensed or in the process of becoming licensed in WV to be considered for this position.
FELLOW POSITION - NAPLES-FORT MYERS, FLORIDA
Fellow position in Naples-Fort Myers, Florida, beginning July, 2022. Associates in Medicine and Surgery Reconstructive Surgery and Sports Medicine Fellowship. All aspects of practice management and clinical care in office and around area hospital systems in Collier and Lee Counties. Email Dr. Batelli (ebatelli@aimsfl.com) CV and further info.
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 22,000 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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PRACTICE FOR SALE - BREEZY POINT, NYC
Retiring! Established (31years) turn-key office in Medical Center with other medical professionals offering great referrals. Consistent patient base with excellent room for growth. Perfect for experienced or new practitioner, full-time practice or part-time satellite office. Low overhead. Price negotiable. elizsmurphy@aol.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – SAN DIEGO
19-year-old non-surgical practice for sale. $1,000,000 gross, based on 2.5 days / week. 60% cash clients. Great growth opportunity. Turnkey proposition. Owner will help with transition. Barry Smith, Lloyds Capital, Inc. (213) 379-2397 Barry@lloydscapital.org
FOR SALE - COMPLETELY EQUIPPED PODIATRIC PRACTICE - PHILADELPHIA SUBURB
This solo podiatry practice is located in a Philadelphia suburb near the Pennsylvania turnpike. Very long established. Over 35 years (historical reference: 3 previous podiatrists in the same practice) excellent referral base and volume. Additional amenities: computerized records, orthotic lab, digital x-ray, surgical suite, free parking, and more. Podiatric associate with surgical experience wanted and/or available for dale. A reasonable offer will be accepted. For more information and virtual tour, email hershpodiatry@gmail.com
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 22,000 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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