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July 22, 2022 #7,305  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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PM News Advance Notice
PM News will not be publishing the week of August 1st, 2022. We will resume publishing on August 8th, 2022.
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| PM NEWS QUICK POLL | |
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What is the best way to achieve parity with allopathic physicians?
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
CA Podiatrist Recommends Oil-Based Ointments for Dry Skin
Sandal season is upon us, which means we're keeping our nails trimmed, trying our best to avoid chipped polish, and making sure our feet are soft and moisturized. But that lightweight summer lotion you use on your body may not cut it for your heels and soles where skin tends to be thicker, which is where foot ointments come into play.
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“In summer, when we are barefoot or using things like open-heeled shoes, our skin can become very dry and cracked,” says Diane Koshimune, DPM, a podiatrist in San Jose. To get even the dryest of feet moisturized, she recommends pulling out the big guns—oil-based ointments. She says the best time to apply them to your feet is right after a soak. But if they are very dry and cracked, they may need to have some filing of the thickened, callused skin first. Do this in a bath or dedicated foot soak, using a pumice stone, for example, followed by a moisturizer, she says.
Source: Kara Jillian Brown, Well + Good [6/20/22]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
MA Podiatrist Elected Trustee of Springfield College
The Springfield College board of trustees recently announced the outcome of its 2022-23 board election results during its annual spring meeting. Among those elected as a trustee was Anthony Sarage, DPM, a podiatrist and partner at Western Massachusetts Podiatry Associates in East Longmead, MA.
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Dr. Anthony Sarage |
Dr. Sarage earned his podiatric medical degree at the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine and completed a podiatric residency at Yale - New Haven Hospital.
Source: Business West [7/20/22]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
AZ Podiatrist Joins Bellagio Foot and Ankle
Jacob J. Wolfrum, DPM recently joined Bellagio Foot and Ankle in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Wolfrum earned his podiatric medical degree at the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science.
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Dr. Jacob Wolfrum |
Dr. Wolfrum completed a podiatric residency at the Wyckoff Heights Medical Center and the VA NY Harbor Healthcare System in New York City.
Source: Linkedin
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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:
4. Focus on the compliance aspect of the billing agreement. What ongoing education will the billing/coding team receive? What internal education and audit processes do they have in place? Will the billing team update the practice should applicable rules regarding documentation and coding change? How often will an audit of the client’s billing and documentation be performed to help assure accuracy and compliance? Who is responsible should there be an audit or recoupment related to the practice’s billing and is this liability clearly and fairly spelled out? These are important issues to outline in any billing agreement.
Source: Ericka L. Adler, JD, Physicians Practice [7/8/22]
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Source Local Anesthetics Without Epinephrine
Our office is in dire need of local anesthetics without epinephrine. I've contacted a few pharmacies mentioned in previous threads, without success. I’m looking for any help. Any idea when this shortage may be resolved?
Steven Block, DPM, Owensboro, KY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1A | |
From: Randall Brower, DPM
Dr. Jacobs: You have been an amazing addition to the podiatry world. I hold you, my residency director, Charles Kissel, and others like you in high esteem for the selfless time and energy you have put into our profession. Your lived experience is your lived experience. I would not dare to call that into question. I would like to share with you, however, that my lived experience and that of others like me, are vastly different than yours.
I have been in practice for 18 years. I went to DMU, in Iowa. The first 2 years of basic science were the exact same as that of our DO colleagues. In fact, we were not separated except when they did OMM (skeletal manipulation), psych, and OB (3 classes). WE took the same tests in every subject, the same finals, and there were podiatrists who did take the DO board exams and...
Editor's note: Dr. Brower's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1B | |
From: Ronald Sage, DPM
I couldn’t agree more with Dr. Jacobs’ full response to this issue. I struggled with my professional identity in podiatry school until I received advice from a role model I admired during one of my externships in 1976. Dr. Joseph Seiler achieved full podiatric surgical privileges at the local hospitals where he practiced at a time when that was the exception rather than the rule. His advice to me was, “you don’t succeed by trying to be something you’re not.” I followed that advice during my career at an academic health science center, and most would say I did okay.
Ronald Sage, DPM, Lake Geneva, WI
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1C | |
From: James J DiResta, DPM, MPH
I read today comments by two of our most esteemed podiatrists Drs. Allen Jacobs and Bryan Markinson on podiatry's scope of practice. I'm certain they are very honest in their comments but their remarks are discouraging. These are two very bright and wonderful people. When you leave their lectures you always come away proud that you share the same cherished profession as them. They are smart. Allen can impress the best of us with his medical and surgical knowledge and insight. As a student at PCPM (TUSPM) in the '70s, I listened intently one day to a lecture he prepared on metal materials for surgical fixation procedures. When I returned home that evening, I didn't feel as smart as I did that morning and frankly if I needed a little more humility that day, he provided it. In my podiatry class at that time was another bright podiatrist to be, Charlie Arena.
Later, Charlie and I would be residents at Northlake Hospital, but before that time while we were doing externships, our paths crossed at a hospital in New Jersey. Charlie was on medicine that month and I was on the orthopedic service. By chance, I was walking in a hall outside a room where the externs on the medical service were meeting and the attending was belittling some of the medical students as he would ask them questions and when they couldn't answer correctly, he would then call on Charlie to answer. Charlie...
Editor's note: Dr. DiResta's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM NEWS QUICK POLLS) | |
From: John Chisholm, DPM
I always enjoy PM News and especially the weekly polls, but I thought this week’s question “what is the best way to achieve parity with allopathic physicians?” lacked the necessary clarity to produce a meaningful poll response.
I hope that the response “legislative action” includes changing our restricted DPM licenses in all 50 states to an unlimited, plenary DPM license. This pathway to parity will enable us to retain our unique perspective as podiatric physician (much like our DO colleagues) while creating true parity with MD and DO physicians at the appropriate level - state licensure. This approach is also the only one that has actually been worked on in a collaborative way with our physician colleagues via the California Task Force and, more recently, the National Task Force.
As has been mentioned several times in this forum, I also take exception to the term “allopathic physicians” to describe our MD and DO colleagues. I do appreciate the efforts of Dr. Block and PM News to keep this important issue at the forefront of discussion.
John Chisholm, DPM, San Diego, CA
Editor's comment: Those who have followed this 40-year debate understand that legislative change means enacting laws that increase the scope of practice. Degree change means an MD or DO degree granted by an educational institution.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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Would you call these horse shoes? |
Source: Machupicchu via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM EDITORIALS) | |
From: Ron Freireich, DPM
I have read most of the posts regarding this topic and have come to a conclusion. Recommending that anyone go into podiatry and/or medicine these days basically boils down to economics. Just take a look at your EOBs for each procedure you do and calculate your overhead. If at the end of the day, you are happy with those numbers compared with what it has taken you to get where you are, including your time and money, then by all means recommend podiatry/medicine as a career.
All of the topics that have been brought up are issues that our profession has been fighting with for decades. Some of the battles we have won, but we are still losing the war. Podiatry is a great profession, but would anyone recommend any career to someone where there are so many battles being fought and one's pay scale is continuously dropping while expenses continue to rise?
Ron Freireich, DPM, Beachwood, OH
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POSITIONS AVAILABLE - FLORIDA, GEORGIA, MASSACHUSETTS, SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY and BUFFALO, NY
Looking for reliable and ethical podiatrists to service Nursing Homes and Skilled Nursing Facilities throughout Florida, Georgia, Massachusetts, Southern New Jersey and the Buffalo, NY region. Send inquiries and CV to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – VA, MD, CT, DE, PA, OH, MO, NJ, NY, TN, FL
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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 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 - CENTRAL NJ
Associate needed Full time or Part time for 30+ year busy private practices in Central NJ. Practice entails all aspects of podiatry. Surgery, orthopedics, wound care, primary care and sports medicine. To apply please email CV to newfeet124@gmail.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 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
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 JERSEY
Part time associate position available in Monmouth/Ocean County area. Great opportunity for residents and recent grads. We have 2 offices and also provide services to several nursing facilities. Excellent opportunity to supplement your current practice or for those looking for a great work/life balance. Contact: podiatrynj1212@gmail.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 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.
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