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July 19, 2022 #7,302  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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Coming in August
Podiatry Management's 40th Annual Practice Management Survey
Starting in August, we are proud to launch PM's 40th consecutive practice management survey. By completing this anonymous survey, you contribute to podiatry's most comprehensive database and become eligible to win valuable weekly prizes. In addition, you get to nominate and vote for the 2023 PM Podiatry Hall of Fame inductees.
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What is the best way to achieve parity with allopathic physicians?
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
NY Podiatrist Discusses the Benefits of Anti-Fatigue Mats
Long days on your feet can have serious effects on your joint health over time, which is why these mats have many benefits for everyday life. New York City podiatrist Emily Splichal, DPM, shares, "Anti-fatigue or standing mats are designed to off-load stress to the foot and body associated with prolonged standing." She adds, "Some mats provide cushion, whereas others provide irregular surfaces or texture to stimulate and massage the feet."
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Depending on the experience you're searching for, whether it be cushion or support (or a combination of both), Dr. Splichal recommends looking for a mat that can "activate, release and off-load the foot during prolonged standing." She goes on to explain that the ball of the foot and heels can often feel the most stress from prolonged standing, as this is where the most pressure is placed.
Source: Alyssa Brascia, People [7/8/22]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
NY Podiatrist Joins Cappa Foot & Ankle Associates
Nicholas Cappa, DPM recently joined Cappa Foot & Ankle Associates in Valhalla, NY. Dr. Cappa earned his podiatric medical degree at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine.
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Dr. Cappa recently completed a podiatric residency at Lenox Hill Hospital in NY, NY.
Source: Linkedin
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
NY Podiatrist Opens Practice in New York City
Richard C. Teter, DPM recently opened a new practice in New York City. Dr. Teter earned his podiatric medical degree at the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine.
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Dr. Teter recently completed a podiatric residency at Lenox Hill Hospital in NY, NY.
Source: Linkedin
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| RELEVANT RESEARCH | |
Ultrasonography-Guided Corticosteroid Injection vs. Placebo Added to Exercise Therapy for Achilles Tendinopathy
Question: Compared with placebo injections, do ultrasonography-guided corticosteroid injections improve outcomes in adults with Achilles tendinopathy managed with exercise therapy? Findings: In this randomized clinical trial of 100 patients, statistically and clinically relevant improvement was found in the group receiving exercise therapy combined with corticosteroid injections.
Conclusions and Relevance: Corticosteroid injections combined with exercise therapy were associated with better outcomes in the treatment of Achilles tendinopathy compared with placebo injections and exercise therapy. A combination of exercise therapy and corticosteroid injection should be considered in the management of long-standing Achilles tendinopathy.
Source: JAMA Open Network [7/11/22] via Dr. Jeffrey Kass
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Billing Agreements: Take These Steps to Avoid Painful, Expensive Mistakes
Many physician groups use an outside billing service to assist in collecting fees for professional services. However, it is not unusual for physicians to become unhappy with their billing company for a variety of reasons. Physician practices should make sure to seek legal help when negotiating a billing agreement in order to be sure the terms are as fair as possible. Some possible issues to consider are the following:
1. The agreement should spell out the exact services to be provided by the billing company, the timeframe in which the services are to be provided, and any items or services which are not included. For example, what reports will be provided each month by the billing company? How quickly will a clean claim be filed? What collection efforts will be made?
Source: Ericka L. Adler, JD, Physicians Practice [7/8/22]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (RELEVANT RESEARCH) | |
RE: Ultrasonography-Guided Corticosteroid Injection vs. Placebo Added to Exercise Therapy for Achilles Tendinopathy
From: Jeffrey Kass, DPM
Jeffrey Kass, DPM, Forest Hills, NY
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RE: AMA and Podiatry’s Scope of Practice
From: Michael Orosz, DPM
More food for thought regarding the DPM vs. MD debate. In this article, AMA is bragging about their efforts to stop what they call “scope creep”, which includes a bill expanding podiatrist scope of practice in Alabama and a Maryland bill that would allow podiatrists to use the term podiatric physician. Somehow, I doubt podiatry students taking USMLE exams will do much to change their minds.
Michael Orosz, DPM, Cedar Rapids, IA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CODINGLINE CORNER) | |
From: Ivar E. Roth DPM, MPH
I would like to give Dr. Werter my opinion concerning performing P&As on infected toenails. Like you, I was told in school to perform a nail avulsion in the presence of a paronychia. Somewhere along the way, I do not remember who or when but a long time ago, a fellow podiatrist told me that he did P&As on all of his patients' infected toes with NO sequelae.
I have been performing P&As on virtually all of my patients with a paronychia. I tried this and low and behold they all get better. Sometimes, in VERY severe cases, I will Rx an antibiotic when I do the procedure. Knock on wood, I have NEVER had a problem. I think the mere nature of decompressing the wound and taking out the offending nail is the answer. Also, the phenol kills everything, the root matrix as well as all bacteria it comes in contact with. I believe from a patient prospective, it provides great results and patients do not need a second surgery. Caveat: I still do nail avulsions when indicated, meaning for minor problems or if it is not a chronic problem.
Lastly as a private, NO insurance provider, I always let the patient make the final decision once they are informed of both procedures and the costs involved. I currently charge $1,000 for the first side and $500 for an additional side on the same toe which includes 3 post-operative visits.
Ivar E. Roth DPM, MPH, Newport Beach, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM EDITORIALS) | |
From: Kathleen Neuhoff, DPM, DVM
I am a veterinarian who is also a podiatrist. I can tell you that nearly all students who get into vet school possess the credentials for admission to any medical school. They choose veterinary medicine because they passionately believe that is the profession they want to pursue. Veterinary medicine is struggling with a high suicide and burnout rate at this time, but I do not think there is a large pool of potential candidates for podiatry.
When I applied to podiatry school, all my pre-vet courses fulfilled the pre-med criteria. I was allowed to take proficiency exams for most of my first two-year courses, so I was able to complete my podiatry training in slightly more than 2 years plus a one-year residency. However, with the drive to obtain "parity", we have increased the length of time needed to obtain a DPM degree so that it is nearly the same as that needed to obtain an MD degree. Even with the kind of accommodation I received, it would be an additional 6 years for a veterinarian to become a practicing DPM.
I think many of the persons who chose podiatry did so because, like dentistry, it allowed them to be a "doctor" with a lower investment of time and money. I believe this pool of candidates are now choosing to become PAs rather than podiatrists. Of course, we are still attractive to those who wish to become "foot and ankle surgeons", but I am not sure there are enough of these to support our profession. Perhaps we need to reinstate one-year residencies for those who have no desire to be MDs but would like to serve patients as podiatrists have for decades.
Kathleen Neuhoff, DPM, DVM, South Bend, IN
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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This shoe certainly makes a point! |
Source: Roger and Sarah Adams via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
FACULTY POSITION – UTRGV SCHOOL OF PODIATRIC MEDICINE
The School of Podiatric Medicine at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) is hiring! We are accepting applications for one faculty position to begin employment in Fall 2022. Please click on the position link below to view position application information: https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/34727
ASSOCIATE POSITION - OCEAN, NEW JERSEY
Seeking associate to join my Monmouth County New Jersey practice. Established 30 year practice looking for someone to help expand and transition into retirement. Full partnership and purchase of practice will be possible. Please send CV to larrymenditto@yahoo.com
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - MARYLAND
Excellent opportunity to become part of a well established, busy practice of 35 years. Seeking FT associate immediately. Practice has licensed, certified, accredited surgical center located within. Fully modernized practice including digital x-rays, EMR etc. We pride ourselves in quality patient care, our excellent reputation and our very knowledgeable staff. Current associate leaving, therefore you will step into a well rounded, established practice with a thriving patient base. Compensation includes competitive salary, malpractice, retirement plan, health ins., hospital and association dues, etc. Potential for partnership/purchase. Forward CV/ professional goals to rscpod@comcast.net.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CONNECTICUT
Busy multi-doctor practice in Connecticut seeking an associate for well-rounded practice, in a great family town. Full or part-time. Must have good work ethic and be willing to treat all aspects of foot and ankle care. Competitive salary and benefits, Partnership opportunity. Please email cover letter and CV to: rodedpm@gmail.com
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 - 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 - SE WISCONSIN
URGENTLY HIRING. Busy and growing top practice in SE Wisconsin with 4 locations is seeking a full-time surgical podiatrist. Competitive salary with bonus structure. 8 hour shift, no evenings or weekend hours or hospital call. www.advancedfootanklewi.com Email CV to jobs.afaw@gmail.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 busy, modern practice. ABFAS BC/BQ, EMR, Dig x-rays, U.S., CT, DME, Base salary + bonus, PTO, 401K, free health ins. DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.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 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.
FULL TIME PODIATRIST - NEW JERSEY
We are a fast-growing podiatry practice in New Jersey with multiple locations and Doctors. We are currently looking for a full-time motivated and caring Doctor to join our busy practice. Some benefits include: competitive six-figure salary, generous, guaranteed bonus structure, health insurance (including vision & dental), paid vacation time off, paid malpractice insurance and CME time off. Great prospects for experienced Doctors as well as new Associates. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your Podiatric medical and surgical experience in an office-based practice! If interested, please submit your CV to DrSamofal@PodiatryCenterNJ.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 – TAMPA, FLORIDA
IMMEDIATE!! Doctor of Podiatric medicine position for a well-trained, highly motivated individual. Location: Tampa, Florida. Competitive salary with commission structure. Benefits include: PTO, CME allowance, health and malpractice insurance. Must be confident in working solo in your own office environment. Please email Cover Letter and CV to floridapodiatryfootcare@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – FLORIDA
Well-established practice seeks reliable PT/FT Mobile Podiatry team players for home visits, ALF/ILF, RN Homes throughout Florida. Tampa to Naples; Orlando/Ocala; South Florida. Flexible. No call. Weekends optional. Competitive commission plus mileage. Earn 100K+ part time. contact@PodiatristAtHome.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/BROOKLYN
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
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION – LOS ANGELES, CA
Part-time/full-time podiatrist wanted. No surgical experience needed. Great opportunity for residents or recent grads. Located in Los Angeles County. Competitive pay and flexible scheduling. Option of working in office or nursing home. Send CV and cover letter to Dr.A@awesomefeet.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
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 22,000 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 22,000 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@podiatrym.com or call (718) 897-9700 for details.
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PRACTICE FOR SALE – MANHATTAN
26-year old active turn-key in-network practice for sale at Park Avenue- 36th Street, NYC. Retiring due to medical. Gross pre-pandemic part time 300k full time prepandemic 600k. Equipment includes laser, fluoroscopy, Digital X-ray, 2 exam rooms, 2 offices, 2 Midmark chairs, Fios, New A/Cs. Office Lease till 2028, can be ended. 2 part-time staff members. No equipment lease. Entire office only, asking 175k. Serious inquiries only. Contact JYouner@icloud.com
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. $200,000 income 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
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 22,000 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 22,000 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@podiatrym.com or call (718) 897-9700 for details.
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