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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,334 Subscribers Daily
July 21, 2016 #5,713  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
New College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Names VP of Strategic Development
The new college of podiatric medicine and surgery leading to a DPM/MD degree has added John Wiercinski, FACHE, former Vice President of Geisinger Health System, as their Vice-President of national strategic development. “I am very pleased to take on this challenging role and help podiatric physicians attain a level of acceptance equal to MDs and DOs,” stated Wiercinski. “Podiatry has a very difficult road ahead with being a limited licensed provider in the new healthcare era, and it must be addressed now,” added Wiercinski.
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“John has an extensive background in healthcare administration, being a former CEO who has proven affiliations with many hospitals, insurance companies, political ties in Washington DC, and healthcare litigators in Washington, DC over the past 30 years,” stated Sev Hrywnak DPM, MD. “As we build our leadership team, we have sought out the best, the brightest, and the ones who can take podiatry and podiatric education to the much needed next level: A full license,” added Hrywnak.
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE - PART 1 | |
Don't Stop Running During the Summer: FL Podiatrist
Dr. Richard Wilson of Melbourne Podiatry Associates, a runner and a podiatrist, says that it is fine to back off training a little during the hottest months of the year, but putting a stop to it all together is unwise.
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He wrote in Running Zone’s Starting Line newsletter, “Many runners decrease their mileage during the summer, and this is fine. It is inadvisable, however, to stop running completely. Every runner knows, and the literature consistently confirms, that deconditioning from not running occurs very quickly. To avoid this, continue running throughout the summer, but consider reduced mileage and try to run in the cooler times of day such as early morning or early evening.”
Source: Lyn Dowling, Florida Today [7/19/16]
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE - PART 2 | |
GA Podiatrist Provides Blister Care Advice for Runners
After running, inspect your feet and look for problems such as blisters. If you have one, clean it well and apply a pad to help cushion and protect the area. Most blisters will heal on their own, but if you have one that doesn't, you can drain it yourself. "Most blisters can be drained, but they have to be drained appropriately," Dr. Perry Julien, a podiatrist with Atlanta Foot and Ankle Center, (and a runner himself) said.
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Dr. Perry Julien |
First clean the skin, and use a clean, sterile needle to drain the blister. Cover it with antiseptic and a bandage, making sure to leave the skin over the top intact. According to Julien, it acts as the body's own bandage to protect the tender skin underneath.
Source: Mary Caldwell, Atlanta Journal-Constitution [7/20/16]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
IN Podiatrist Joins Greater Lafayette Foot Care
Unity Healthcare has announced that Katherine Cummins, DPM will join Greater Lafayette Foot Care. Dr. Cummins will practice with Drs. William K. Oliver and David Sullivan.
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Dr. Katherine Cummins (photo: Jamie Gordon) |
Dr. Cummins graduated from the William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago. She completed her podiatric medicine and surgery residencies at Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center in Mishawaka. She is a member of the ACFAS, Indiana Podiatric Medical Association, APMA, and the AAPPM.
Source: Layfayette Journal & Courier [7/18/16]
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| HEALTHCARE AND POLITICS | |
APMA Co-Sponsors Former HHS Secretary at RNC
Former Health and Human Services Secretary Tommy Thompson, JD, a Republican who also formerly served as the governor of Wisconsin, told the audience at a briefing at the Republican National Convention (PNC) that he didn't think his party should try to repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as Obamacare. "I do not believe ... that my political party is going to be able to put together a complete repeal, and I don't think it should," said Thompson, who is currently a fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations in Washington.
Thompson was the keynote guest at the briefing, which was hosted by RealClear Politics and sponsored by Walgreens, the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists, the American Nurses Association, and the American Podiatric Medical Association.
Source: Joyce Frieden, Medpage Today [7/20/16]
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| HEALTHCARE NEWS - PART 1 | |
Antibiotics: New CDC Stewardship Program Will Affect Most U.S. Prescribers
Antibiotic resistance has been declared a crisis by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the World Health Organization, and President Obama. The concern is that we will soon face a "post-antibiotic era." The genesis of this crisis was the failure of new antibiotics to keep pace with resistance and the massive overuse of these drugs. A shocking observation is that on any given day, about 50% of all hospitalized patients in the United States receive antibiotics. The consensus is that antibiotics are given too often, for too long, and are too broad in spectrum.
The CDC has responded with a comprehensive program designed to facilitate the smart use of antibiotics, slow resistance, and improve patient care. All healthcare facilities that receive funding from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will be required to participate in the program, so all healthcare providers who prescribe antibiotics within these facilities will likely be affected.
Source: John G. Bartlett, MD, Medscape Family Medicine [7/14/16]
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| HEALTHCARE NEWS - PART 2 | |
Healthcare Spending Growth Rate Rises Again in 2015
Government agencies, companies, and consumers spent a lot more on healthcare in 2015 than the prior year. It's another result of the U.S. reducing its uninsured rate to historic lows through healthcare reform, which has spurred demand for more hospital services, clinic visits, and prescription drugs.
The U.S. healthcare system spent $3.2 trillion in 2015, or almost $10,000 for every person, according to the latest federal projections. It's a 5.5% increase from 2014—still a lot lower than the annual growth rates from decades ago, but a tick higher than the 5.3% increase recorded in 2014 and above the rates seen in the immediate aftermath of the Affordable Care Act and the Great Recession. Government economists also reaffirmed their prediction that national health spending will grow by 5.8% each year on average over the next decade.
Source: Bob Herman, Modern Healthcare [7/13/16]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
MACRA, MIPS, and APMs — Are You Ready? - Part 6
4. Monitor your profile on the Physician Compare site
Physician Compare is based on your QRUR data. This information is made readily available to the public as a means for consumers to select providers who meet and exceed CMS' quality measures. See how you are currently performing and adjust as necessary to optimize your score.
If you are not already participating in a patient clinical data registry, contact your specialty society about participating in theirs, as data registries can streamline reporting and assist with MIPS performance scoring.
Source: Susanne Madden, Physicians Practice [7/6/16]
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: Chronic Edema One Year Status-Post Austin Bunionectomy
I have a 55-year-old female patient with an unremarkable past medical history who underwent an Austin bunionectomy and Silastic implant replacement of the second MPJ approximately one year ago. She had an unremarkable post-operative course except for a little more swelling than normal. At 31/2 months post-op, she was discharged with some mild swelling in her foot which I expected to resolve shortly. She presented to my office almost one year post-op with chronic swelling of the first interspace.
X-rays were unremarkable and showed good bone healing with the implant intact. Her range of motion of both joints is good and pain-free. She did not respond to compression sleeves, cortisone injection, or physical therapy. An MRI showed soft tissue swelling in the first interspace, but no signs of a cyst or tumor. There is some granulation tissue noted around the second MPJ. She does not have any pain or erythema. There is just this chronic swelling in the first webspace. She has trouble fitting into shoes and that is her chief complaint. Any ideas?
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Walking in high heel runners? (photo: Tom Harsh) |
Source: Aya Feldman via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Successful, growing, full-scope practice with offices in Oxnard, Camarillo, Ventura, and Santa Barbara seeking a full time podiatrist with excellent patient skills to add to our team. Competitive salary and benefits offered including health insurance and 401K. Potential for partnership. Please send CV to Kelly@footsurgeon.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – HOUSTON, TX
Houston area practice with three offices seeks full-time associate. Must be board certified/board eligible, competent in all aspects of podiatry, ready for immediately busy schedule including surgery, wound care, hospital medicine. Practice uses state-of-the-art EMR, digital x-rays, in-house physical therapy and shockwave treatment. Competitive salary, benefits. Send CV to houstonfootdr@yahoo.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS- HOME FOOT CARE, INC
We are looking for podiatrists to visit home patients in these areas: Los Angeles, Ventura County, Santa Barbara, Lancaster/Palmdale, San Bernardino/Riverside, and Palm Springs/Palm Desert, CA, Las Vegas, NV, Honolulu, HI. Full/part time, independence, excellent compensation, dedicated support staff, EMR. email CV to: homefootcare@hotmail.com. check us out @ www.footdocs2u.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - KANSAS CITY
You're not looking for a typical podiatry practice. We're not looking for the typical podiatrist. We’re growing and need another doctor who understands the importance of creating an amazing patient experience as much as providing great medical care. You will be working with doctors who are committed to your success. Go to: www.YourFutureInPodiatry.com for full details.
PART-TIME PODIATRIST POSITION – CHICAGO, IL
Immediate part-time position available (2-3 days a week). Excellent opportunity to join a busy practice with an in-office Ambulatory Surgical Suite in Chicago, IL. Hospital privileges available at 2 local hospitals with resident coverage. The associate role would involve a wide range of patients including: forefoot, rearfoot, diabetic wound care, sports and work-related injuries. Excellent opportunity for a driven personable person. Please e-mail Cover letter and CV to: wkcastle@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MARYLAND
Immediate Full-time Opening for Podiatrist in Frederick, Maryland. Great opportunity to join state of the art group practice. Generous salary and benefits package with productivity bonus. Partnership opportunities available. Please email your CV to drsteinberg@mynewfeet.com
ASSOCIATE WANTED IMMEDIATELY - NAPLES FLORIDA
Doctor retiring. Great opportunity for PSR- 24/36 BE/BC podiatrist with strong surgical skills to join multi-office practice. Hospital privileges available at 648 bed hospital system, 200 bed hospital system and multiple surgical centers. Florida has a great scope of practice law and we rotate for ER call at all 4 hospitals. Candidate needs to be ethical and motivated. Established practitioner or new practitioner Email CV to Drgordon@gulfcoastfootcare.com.
ASSOCIATE FULL TIME POSITION – PHILADELPHIA AND PHILADELPHIA SUBURBS
Large Multi-specialty practice looking for motivated full time non-surgical podiatrist. 40/hr/week. Office-based practice with multiple locations treating musculoskeletal / sports medicine patients. No palliative care. Must have Pennsylvania license or have passed PM-Lexis. Board certification or eligibility required. Excellent Salary with Full Benefits (Health, 401K, CME allowance) Partnership Opportunity. Please forward a cover letter, CV and availability to Podiatrist@job4u.com
FULL-TIME PODIATRIST - DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA
PSR 24-36 Trained Multi-dimensional, Multi-office group treating a wide range of patients to include: forefoot, rearfoot, diabetic wound care, sports medicine and work-related injuries. Modern offices and equipment. A great opportunity for driven personable individual. Please e-mail the following: Cover letter, CV, Letter of references Email: cnunez1940@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION- LONG ISLAND, NY
Multi-office podiatry practice in Central/Eastern Suffolk County seeks full/part time associate, leading to partnership. New York State license required. Must be self-motivated and energetic. Competitive compensation package. Please email CV to newpodiatrist@optimum.net.
PODIATRIST WANTED IN NEW JERSEY
Immediate opening for a podiatrist in New Jersey. Full-time and part-time positions are available. Hours are flexible. Excellent compensation. Please e-mail CV to nk210@aol.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTH EAST TEXAS
Immediate opportunity for a podiatrist with at least 3 years of training to join our practice. We are looking for someone who is motivated, ethical, and personable. We currently have 3 offices, and are offering competitive salary plus benefits with the potential for partnership. Must be BC or BQ by ABFAS. Current TX/AR podiatry license preferred, but not required. Candidates should email their CV and letter of interest to: advancedfootandanklecare@yahoo.com
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 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 16,500 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 (800) 284-5451.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 2- PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - ASSORTED SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS
Osada Pedo 30W with cable and rotary hand piece, Cast cutter with blades. Contact ksherkin@gmail.com
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE
3 Midmark 417 Podiatry Chairs $3,500 each, 2 4 drawer and 1 stationary Midmark treatment cabinets $900 each, Autoclaves 1 Pelton Crane $1,200, 1 Midmark M9 $1,700, PAD Net Vascular testing device $8,000, New Med 7000 i Vascular Analyzer $1,000, Birtcher Hyfercator $500, 2 Burdick Ultrasound units $600 each Call (239) 566-8800 or email Drgordon@gulfcoastfootcare.com
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - MULTI RADIANCE MEDICAL LASER
MR4 LaserStim with 25,000 mW of power. Purchased in 2015 for $12,000, excellent condition. Rolling cart included. Asking $6,000. Please email stcpod@att.net.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - KANSAS
Looking to start your own practice, relocate? This successful KC metro area practice is a great opportunity for you. Patients scheduled. Fully equipped 1600 sq ft office. No Traknet license fee due-just assume monthly support fees. Seller will pay first month rent. Contact Mike Crosby at mcrosby518@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – CHICAGO, IL
Busy practice for sale. A huge potential for growth, both home visits and office patients. Turn-key condition, equipment available for sale, and if needed the lease can be extended at the same location. Currently caring for approximately 1200 patients. Would prefer to sell by October 2016. Willing to introduce to business connections. If interested please email podiatry_123@yahoo.com
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PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 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 16,500 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 (800) 284-5451.
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