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August 06, 2007 #3,006 Editor-Barry Block, DPM, JD

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NC Podiatrist Provides Advice on Buying Back-To-School Shoes

Dr. Jane Andersen, a podiatrist in Chapel Hill, NC, likes to see kids in shoes with rubberized bottoms because they offer good traction for the gymnasium or playground.

Dr. Jane Andersen

"I think the perfect back-to-school shoe is an athletic shoe because it's stable and has a lot of shock absorption," said Andersen, mother of a 6-year-old and 9-year-old.

In fact, she suggests two pairs of new athletic shoes so that children can alternate — especially if they have sweaty feet. (Socks made of wicking fabrics will help, she adds.)

Source: Samantha Critchell, Ventura Country Star [8/2/07]

NY Podiatrist Bikes For Charity in Israel

Mark Levine, DPM of Oyster Bay, NY is participating in his 4th straight charity bike ride to benefit Alyn Children’s Hospital in Jerusalem. The riders will traverse 275 miles in 5 days ending up at Alyn Hospital in Jerusalem in late October. 400 men and women from all over the world help to contribute to this worthy cause. Dr Levine was fortunate enough to tour the hospital with his wife a few years back.

Dr. Mark Levine in Israel

According to Dr Levine, "at Alyn they do 110% to rehabilitate the kids. These kids are victims of accidents, terror and congenital deformities and unfortunately the hospitals are underfunded in Israel too and need to find other ways to make ends meet. All kids are treated no with no concern for religion or race."

To contribute to Alyn Hospital on behalf of Dr Levine and to find out more about this unique institution, please go to www.Alynride.org or write MarkLevineDPM@verizon.net

Giuliani Recommends 'Free-Market Solutions'

The U.S. "can reduce costs and improve the quality of care by increasing competition" and by "empowering patients and their doctors," presidential candidate and former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani (R) writes in a Boston Globe opinion piece. He adds, "We can do it through tax cuts, not tax hikes." Giuliani writes that most Democratic presidential candidates support a "government-mandated model that looks for inspiration to the socialized medical systems" in European and other nations, adding that, rather than "being more like Europe, we need to be more like America."

The U.S. "has the best medical care in the world," but the healthcare system "is being dragged down by decades of government-imposed mandates, wasteful bureaucracy and massive distortions in the U.S. tax code," Giuliani writes. "We need to begin by bringing fairness to the tax treatment of healthcare," Giuliani writes, adding that the current tax code "penalizes millions ... who pay for insurance on their own and receive no tax benefit."

Source: Boston Globe Via American Health Line [8/3/07]

Query: RE: Latex-Free Shoes

I had a patient today who was diagnosed 20 years ago with a latex allergy and is looking for a supplier of latex-free shoes. Does anyone know of such a source? He says he used to get "Dermapedic shoes."

Chuck Langman, DPM, King of Prussia, PA

Query: Arthrex’s Mini TightRope Hardware

Does anyone have experience utilizing Arthrex’s Mini TightRope hardware for a bunion procedure? I have several high inter-metatarsal angle patients who have a lot of soft tissue deformity, which is very reducible. I’m considering trying this technique on one or two of these patients. I am somewhat concerned about tying the motion of the 1st ray to the second metatarsal, but literature from Dr. Chris Nester and others has shown that the first three metatarsals tend to function as a unit.

Bruce Williams, DPM, Merrillville, IN

RE: Portable Recording Doppler (Art Korbel, DPM)
From: Richard A. Simmons, DPM

I use Koven Technology's SmartDop and have been happy with the ease of use and its portability. It has the capacity to hold thirty Doppler or PPG Waveforms in memory or you can print each waveform during the test. Even though there are some unexplainable glitches (for instance, occasionally the stored reading will pick up extraneous noise that makes that recording useless), I created my own system that works rather efficiently. There is a computer interface that can be used to upload the data or it can be used directly during the exam.

Richard A. Simmons, DPM, Viera, FL, RASDPM32822@aol.com

RE: Polymem Abuse? (Ken Malkin, DPM)
From: Mitchell A. Barber, DPM

In response to Dr. Malkin's post regarding abuse of Polymem foam dressings for A1 ulcers (meaning one wound)..I feel the statement "The picture is not pretty" is a bit unfair and misleading...I read the document twice and it appears that the audit is targeting those dispensing more than the "allowable" dressings per a given period...I have been using Polymem for all types of wounds (diabetic, venous, traumatic, and more) for over 5 years with excellent results and I think that the code is valid if you explain to the patient that each Polymem is two days of wound dressing material and how to use the product...so for A1, you can bill 14 units for one month for POS home....If I feel the patient may heal faster, sometimes I bill for 7 units and check the patient back in two weeks and see if they need more...I suppose the problem may arise if one bills for more units than is allowed for a month...

Mitch Barber, DPM, Laurel, MD, mitchbkid@hotmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION- MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE

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ASSOCIATE WANTED – NEW YORK IMMEDIATE OPENING

Busy multi-dimensional practice; 70 miles north of New York City. Currently five (5)-doctor practice. looking to expand – all phases of podiatric medicine. contact: (845) 454-8308 EXT: 106

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Immediate opening for PSR 24/36 individual in three office practice. We are looking for an ethical, hard working, well trained Podiatrist. Partnership available. Please Fax CV to sfpodiatry@aol.com

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Seeking a part-time associate for a busy, well-established, respected, growing practice. Desiring an ethical, motivated, personable, well-trained PSR12/24/ or 36 podiatrist. Our practice is well-rounded and diverse with a good mix of sports medicine, diabetic care, surgery, podopediatrics, and general podiatry. Email information and CV to Pedy7@aol.com with subject heading “Podiatry Associate.”

POSITION AVAILABLE - SOUTHEAST TENNESSEE/ NORTH GEORGIA

Immediate position available or will wait for the right individual. Unique practice opportunity in growing multi-physician/multi-office practice. Well established/cutting edge within the medical community. Close proximity to hospitals as well as opportunity to become involved with a free standing podiatric surgical center. Must be BQ/BC. Minimum PSR/24. Competitive salary, bonus structure and benefits. E-mail CV to afcjen@hotmail.com

POSITION AVAILABLE- MANHATTAN, NY

Immediate position for a part associate to work x3 days/wk. Office based OR suite with nitrous and power. Midtown-Park ave. entrance with a total of four treatment rooms and a private office. Candidate must have PSR/24 with experience, Interested parties Fax CV, references and requirements to (770)497-4343.

PODIATRISTS NEEDED - CHICAGO --NORTHWEST INDIANA

Home Physicians, a medical group specializing in house calls is looking to hire podiatrists. We are located in Chicago and Northwest Indiana. Full and part time positions are available. Competitive Compensation including malpractice. Contact Scott Schneider. Phone-773-292-4800. Fax 773-486-3548 ---------------------E-Mail sschneider@homephysicians.com -- www.homephysicians.com

NEW JERSEY - OCEAN COUNTY - IMMEDIATE OPENING!

Part time associate wanted. Tentative hours: Tues - AM, Thurs - PM, Sat (every other) - AM Definite growth potential. Looking for an ethical and conscientious practitioner. Competitive salary with incentives. Great working environment! Please fax CV to:(732) 695-0223 or e-mail to shorepodiatry@aol.com

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Busy multi-dimensional practice; 70 miles north of New York City. Currently five (5)-doctor practice. looking to expand – all phases of podiatric medicine. contact: (845) 454-8308 EXT: 106

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