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July 24, 2012 #4,522 Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD

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Lab Working on Shoe Sole to ID People

A new lab is working to perfect special shoe insoles that can help monitor access to high-security areas like nuclear power plants or special military bases. The concept is based on research that shows each person has unique feet and ways of walking. Sensors in the bio-soles check the pressure of feet, monitor gait, and use a microcomputer to compare the patterns to a master file for that person. If the patterns match, the bio-soles go to sleep. If they don't, a wireless alarm message can go out.

Dr. John DiMaggio

One expert who is not connected with the CMU lab said the biometric sole seems promising. "I must admit I find this news very exciting," said Dr. John DiMaggio, an Oregon podiatrist who has worked with law enforcement to use foot information in forensic investigations. While it is too early to fully judge the CMU research plan, DiMaggio said using feet as a biometric identification source makes sense.

Source: Kevin Begos, Associated Press [7/22/12]

Pedicures Can Lead to Fungal Infections: NY Podiatrist

"You should treat your feet like you do your face," says New York City-based podiatrist Suzanne Levine, DPM. "You would never think of not washing your face or brushing your teeth before bed, but does anyone really pumice their feet?"

Dr. Suzanne Levine

The things that people do to care for their feet may actually do more harm than good. "Many people think they are taking care of their feet by going for a pedicure and submerging their feet in water that no one should ever submerge their feet in," she says. The result? Fungal infections.

Source: Denise Mann, WebMD Medical News [7/20/12]

ResEd Summit East 2012 Podiatric Residency Largest Assembly Ever

The PRESENT Residency Education Summit East 2012 that took place in Teaneck, NJ this past weekend is believed to be the largest assembly ever of the podiatric residency education community. Over 450 residents, residency directors and faculty attended this third in the ResEd Summit series. A packed high quality academic program designed by conference co-chairs Harold Schoenhaus, DPM, Robert Frykberg, DPM, MPH, and Guido LaPorta, DPM was delivered by prominent residency directors from the northeast and Atlantic coasts.  

1st place winners of 3rd Residency Rumble, NYCPM - Metropolitan and Millcreek residents, (L-R) Drs. Anthony Colonna, Brent Thielges, Magdalena DeLaCruz, Joshua Grimm, Kelly Yenser, Jamie Chaffo, and Julia Bernardini.

An enthusiastic packed room of residents competed in the third Residency Rumble, with the team from NYCPM - Metropolitan and Millcreek Hospitals ultimately earning 1st place and winning the coveted $3,000 first prize. The East and West Summits combined reached over 750 members of the residency education community this year, 120 of the 200 podiatric residency programs, and 400 residents.

Editor's Note: PM News is proud to present excerpts from Meet the Masters.

Bret Ribotsky: Now that the Obama Healthcare has made it past a major hurdle, what do you think about some of the rules that are going into effect?

Dr. Laurence Rubin

Laurence Rubin: I don’t think anybody knows that. Nancy Pelosi said first you have to pass it, and then you will see what it’s all about. This never made sense to me. I’m a big fan of decreasing the cost of medicine. This means getting us doctors to quit practicing such defensive medicine. So, I’m not sure about Obamacare decreasing the cost of medicine, but if we don’t get rid of defensive medicine, that’s what I think is raising the costs significantly directly.

Dr. Marshall Solomon

Meet the Masters is broadcast each Tuesday night at 9 PM (EST). This week's guest is podiatric surgeon and residency director Dr. Marshall Solomon. You can register for future events by clicking here

RE: Non-Compliant Patient With Diabetic Ulcer (Brent Rubin, DPM)
From: Ron Raducanu, DPM

This is certainly a frustrating and difficult situation. My advice is to refer the patient out to a local wound care center (WCC) if that is an option available to you; not because the patient is non-compliant, not healing...etc, but because of how many eyes this person will have on him. There will be many more people there to document how non-compliant this patient is, and also will have much more documentation on the patient's care by more people. This is paramount in covering your bases malpractice-wise, and also after a certain amount of time of non-compliance, the WCC will make a contract with this person to attend and follow instructions. If the podiatrist or vascular surgeon that will see your patient there are worth their salt, they will make sure to send the patient back your way when/if the patient heals.

Ron Raducanu, DPM, Philadelphia, PA, kidsfeet@gmail.com

RE: Non-Compliant Patient With Diabetic Ulcer (Brent Rubin, DPM)
From: Michael M. Rosenblatt, DPM

A non-compliant diabetic patient with an ulcer is a potential lawsuit against you. It's like a lit fuse. You are just waiting for the amputation to occur and the patient to find an attorney, or a family member or friend of the patient suggest he sue you. While I do agree with Dr. Rubin's alternatives, others are also possible.

As a single practitioner, or even the member of a group or wound care facility, you have exposure to lawsuits on a regular basis, since a percentage of your patients will be non- compliant by virtue of statistical probability. You should consider...

Editor's Note: Dr. Rosenblatt's extended-length letter can be read here.

RE: Laser for Patient With Pacemaker (Kel Sherkin, DPM)
From: Joshua Kaye, DPM

Considering that a laser is a light source (Light Amplification by the Stimulated Emission of Radiation) and a cardiac pacemaker is purely an electromagnetic device, I cannot see how a laser could possibly affect the pacemaker nor provoke a cardiac arrhythmia. If you wish to be 100% sure, check with the manufacturer of your laser.

Joshua Kaye, DPM, Los Angeles, CA, jk@joshuakaye.com

RE: Artificial Toenail Innovation/Successes (Eric Hart, DPM)
From: Michael Forman, DPM

Regarding Dr. Hart's question about fake nails, contact Maria Barle, Nail Creations, 440-944-5882. nailcreations1@gmail.com Be aware that these are very temporary and are meant to protect the nail bed after matrixectomy.

Michael Forman, DPM, Cleveland, OH, im4man@aol.com

RE: Best Laser for Onychomycosis (Greg Teles, DPM)
From: David Zuckerman, DPM

There is no BEST laser for the treatment of fungus toenails, whether it's FDA-cleared or not, that can state and prove that it is the best laser on the market. Factors that are important in selecting a laser are:

1. How long the laser has been on the podiatric market.

2. Cost of the laser.

3. Cost for maintenance.

4. What other conditions can...

Editor's note: Dr. Zuckerman's  extended-length letter can be read here.

RE: Half of UK Women Willing to Suffer From Wearing Highest Heels in Europe
From: Marlene Ross

As European attitudes make their way here to the U.S., foot pain will abound.
 
Marlene Ross, Amityville, NY, MRoss@healthcareprods.com

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ASSOCIATE POSITION TUCSON - SOUTHERN ARIZONA

Accepting applications for an associate position. Applicant must have completed surgical residency and be Board Qualified/Certified. Our practice involves multiple office locations and looking to expand. We offer all aspects of foot and ankle medical and surgical care. Hospital and Surgery Centers privileges. Competitive salary and benefits. Partnership opportunities available. email resume to: drdafac@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - LOUISVILLE, KY

Immediate position for established practice in excellent location with option to buy. All phases of podiatry with good mix of patients. Two local residency programs with foot and ankle and trauma privileges. Office has EMR qualifying for meaningful use in the first year. PADnet vascular testing. Send resume to: samuel10530@yahoo.com.

ASSOCIATE POSITION - BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA

Immediate opening. Strong established group practice. 30-40 office patients per day to start. Surgery available, but not required. Base salary, production bonus, benefit package, relocation assistance. Aggressive work ethic a must. Email resume and cover letter to: dwh101@bellsouth.com

HOUSE CALL PODIATRIST NEEDED - BRONX, NY

Immediate opportunity for a hardworking and motivated podiatrist to make house calls in the Bronx, part-time. Perfect opportunity for young practitioner just starting out, or experienced podiatrist looking to downsize from private practice. Make your own hours and schedule patients at your convenience. Excellent compensation. We will provide for you all that is required including instruments (if needed), and supplies, EMR charting, billing, and scheduling. 914.584.1434 Email information to: Podiodoc@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - YONKERS, NEW YORK

Immediate part time associate position now available. Appx: 3 1/2 days per week with room to grow. Practice is a good balance of all aspects of podiatric foot care, including surgery. Perfect opportunity for new graduate, or experienced podiatrist. Looking for the right person to transition into vacancy that will be left by current associate leaving the area and you will have an immediate, full schedule of patients. Over 25 year well-established practice with large referral base, and both hospital and surgery center privileges available. Interested persons please forward CV and brief summary of surgical log to: Podiodoc@gmail.com914.584.1434

ASSOCIATE POSITION - BAKERSFIELD, CA

IMMEDIATE OPENING: Office and hospital-based podiatry group in Bakersfield, CA seeks highly trained surgical associate to join us. Prefer surgeon with trauma and Charcot reconstructive experience. Staff privileges with 5 local hospitals. Offering health insurance, CME allowance and competitive salary. Must be PSR 24/36 trained, ethical and thoughtful when treating patients. Please forward CV and letter of intent to modpm@aol.com.

ASSOCIATE POSITION - OHIO

Ohio practice with excellent reputation and patient base seeks to hire a Podiatric Surgeon. The offices are state of the art including Digital X-Ray, EMR, Diagnostic ultrasound, Padnet Vascular Testing, CO- 2 Lasers all aspects of DME. The base salary is $120,000 with a bonus structure and benefits also would like to have this individual buy into the practice eventually. Please send CV to: Ohiopodiatrist@aol.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - NJ

Immediate opening for full-time or 2 part-time DPMs for diversified practice that features most all phases of podiatric medicine and surgery. Full-time candidate must be ABPS Board Certified in Foot Surgery or PSR 24/36 Bd Qualified in RRF. Competitive salary and bonus. Great working conditions and area. Realistic Partnership opportunity. Send resume to: MonmouthDPM@aol.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - MANHATTAN

Well-established successful Park Avenue podiatry practice is recruiting skilled and well trained DPM with a minimum of 3 years of experience. Must be experienced in rear and forefoot reconstruction. Must be self- motivated, and great with patients. State-of-the-art practice facilities and technologies which include: in-office physical therapy, digital x-ray, diagnostic ultrasound, and electronic medical records. MRI, and private operating room. All interested candidate email CV to elautin@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTHWEST IOWA

A well-established, midwest multi-physician practice with strong hospital affiliations seeking FT podiatrist. Applicant should be well trained surgical physician, completed a 12/24 month residency, & board eligible. Practice offers high surgical volume, advanced wound care and good mix of general podiatry. Competitive salary, excellent benefits. Fax resume: 712-258-9977

ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW YORK CITY & QUEENS

High Income Potential. One of the fastest growing podiatry practices in New York City and Queens seeks a hard-working podiatrist who participates with HealthFirst, Fidelis, and other Medicaid plans. Contact me at: Podocare@aol.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK

Exciting Opportunity! Associate position. Must be Board Qualified. Joining all Board Certified Doctors in foot surgery and reconstructive rear-foot and ankle surgery. Respond to: Podiatryoffice@doctor.com

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - USED PODIATRIC LASERS

Great price, great outcome. Stop wasting money on expense lasers. Personally owned and used few hours in my office,. 10 and 30 watts lasers. Two handpieces in one. First one for plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, arthritis, pain, inflammation. 2nd handpiece for surgical ablation and fungus toenail conditions. Portable fast and very cost-effective footcare@comcast.net

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

Retiring from practice. Equipment For sale. Mini x-ray. One year old Ultrasound with MS arterial/venous X-ray plates. Great condition Ritter chairs. Drills, surgical tools. So much. Just ask, I probably have it: Footcare@comcast.net

EQUIPMENT WANTED - WHIRLPOOLS, CHAIRS

Whitehall Whirlpool Either model P-10S or P-15S. These are the stationary, not portable models. Must be in very good condition. Also, looking for a Midmark 417 or MTI 527 Podiatry chairs. Please contact me at redwingcrzy@aol.com or call 954 650-8637

SPACE AVAILABLE - NYC & LI

Office to sublet and share - East 60th Manhattan, and Plainview, Long Island. access to an MRI, Joint Commission certified operating rooms, digital x-ray, diagnostic ultrasound, and access to a multi-specialty ambulatory surgical center. Also availability E 22nd between 2nd and 3rd and E 70th off 3rd. Turn-key operation - no investment needed 516 476-1815 PODO2345@AOL.COM

PRACTICE FOR SALE – KANSAS SOUTHWEST

For sale multi-location practice in beautiful Southwest Kansas. Practice has 10-15% growth in revenues with increase in new patients and patient visits. EHR is already implemented with meaningful use criteria met. Recently added new office space with digital x-ray. Only surgical podiatrist in 2 of 3 locations. Practice has been professionally evaluated by Provider Resources. Only serious inquiries to this email address. This is a great practice, a great location and opportunity for the right doctor. mcrosby@picagroup.com

PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHWEST FL

multilocation multidoctor practice in beautiful Southwest Florida . Practice has grossed over seven figures consistently and currently shows 10-15% growth in revenues with increase in new patients and patient visits. EHR is already implemented with meaningful use criteria met. Practice has been professionally evaluated by Provider Resources. Only serious inquiries to this email address. This is a great practice in Paradise and a good opportunity for the right doctor or doctors. Email to practiceforsaleswfla@gmail.com.

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