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August 09, 2012 #4,535 Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD

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NY Podiatrist Uses Botox to Treat Hyperhydrosis

When Jennifer Pyron, a 27-year-old from New York City, had to stop wearing her favorite summer shoes because they were being ruined by sweat from her toes, she decided to have a cosmetic procedure. “A lot of people have the problem, especially women that want to wear great shoes,” said Dr. Suzanne Levine, a podiatrist at the Institute Beaute in New York City who treated Pyron. 

Dr. Suzanne Levine

“They [women] don’t want their shoes ruined. It really is quite a problem.” Dr. Levine injected Pyron’s feet with Botox to lessen the sweating. Pyron also found relief in her feet after her Botox injection. “Once it kicked in, I totally noticed a difference,” she said.

Source:  ABC News Radio [8/6/12]

NYCPM Holds 1st Annual 5K Walk-a-Thon

Irina Abramova, class of 2014, along with other members of the 2014 class, organized a walk-­a-thon to raise money for the Save the Children Foundation. Save the Children Foundation is there to save lives with food, medical care, and education.

The NYCPM Team for the 2012 Steps Walk-a-thon (Photo: Irina Abramova)

The Steps 5K walk-­a-­thon was held on July 15th, 2012 at Flushing Meadow Park in Corona Queens, New York.  The walk-­a-­thon was a huge success. The students raised $2,000, all of which went to the Save the Children Foundation.

Source: Cailin Rubino, NYCPM Student Alumni Report [Summer 2012]

OH Podiatrist Receives Golden Apple Award

(L-R) Ryan Gasser, MD, Kathy Walsh (residency coordinator), Matthew Stonestreet, MD, Greg Vrabec, MD (orthopaedic surgery residency program director), Jordan Grossman, DPM, and Paul Lecat, MD (Chairman, Medical Education & Research)

At recent ceremonies for the graduating residents from Akron General Medical Center’s post-graduate training programs, orthopaedic surgery chief residents Ryan Gasser, MD and Matthew Stonestreet, MD presented Jordan P. Grossman, DPM, FACFAS with the Golden Apple award, which signifies the “Teacher of the Year” for the Orthopaedic surgery residency program. Dr. Grossman is the President-elect for the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.

New CMS Rules Cut 'Red Tape' - Will Save Money

The CMS issued new financial transaction rules for hospitals and other HIPAA-covered providers Tuesday that federal officials expect will cost up to $2.7 billion over 10 years but save as much as $4.5 billion. The interim final rule, with which providers must comply by Jan. 1, 2014, will establish new operating standards both for electronic fund transfers in healthcare and for describing adjustments to claim payments.

The rule requires insurers to offer a standardized, online enrollment for EFT and electronic remittance advice, or ERA, to encourage more providers to enroll and receive electronic payments from multiple health plans. The rule also requires health plans to send the EFT within a certain number of days of the ERA, to help providers reconcile their accounts more quickly.

Source: Rich Daly, Modern Physician [8/7/12]

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Query: Painful Bunion and Hammertoe

This 69 year old,active female presented with complaints of a painful bunion right foot, and hammertoe 2nd digit, right foot. She related that the pain is pretty constant and affects her ability to wear 'regular' shoes. Changing footgear hasn't helped, so she's wondering what her options are at this point.

Painful Bunion and Hammertoe

Her neurovascular status is within normal limits. Painful crepitus with ROM 1st MTPJ right foot was noted. I am considering a 1st MTPJ hemi-implant based on her x-rays, age, and symptoms. Other perspectives are appreciated.

Mario Dickens, DPM, Chattanooga, TN

Query: Topical Medications for Saprophytic vs. Dermatophytic Infections

What topical products are PM News readers using for saprophytic vs. dermatophytic infections?

Norm Wortzman, DPM, Boston, MA

RE: Oral Steroids and Infection -- How Big Is the Risk?
From: Chris Albritton, DPM

The following was abstracted from a study "Immediate and Delayed Impact of Oral Glucocorticoid Therapy on Risk of Serious Infection in Older Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Nested Case-Control Analysis Dixon WG, Abrahamowicz M, Beauchamp ME, et al. via Ann Rheum Dis. 2012;71:1128-1133 via Medcape.

"Although it is common knowledge that glucocorticoid use increases risk for serious infection, this large database study has helped to quantify that risk. Of importance, it has demonstrated that although reducing the dose or stopping therapy does not reduce the risk for infection to that of patients who have not taken glucocorticoids, it does eventually reduce overall risk for infection. Whether the risks are similar in other rheumatic diseases, and what the risks may be for less serious infections (such as upper respiratory tract and lower urinary tract infections), is unknown. Moreover, it is not clear how a reduced risk for infection balances with the control of underlying disease and quality of life that glucocorticoids can offer many patients.

These issues notwithstanding, a take-home point from this study is that even modest doses of glucocorticoids carry real risk for infection that may be ameliorated by reducing the dose and duration of therapy, although it may take a while to see an effective risk reduction."

Chris Albritton, DPM, Abilene, TX, wingfoot@affcpodiatry.com

RE: Walking: Saving Lives: Protecting People, Saving Money Through Prevention
From: Leonard A. Levy, DPM, MPH

Walking is the most commonly reported physical activity by U.S. adults concluded the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in an early release August 7, 2012. To sustain increases in the prevalence of walking, communities can implement evidence-based strategies such as creating or enhancing access to places for walking or using design and land use policies and practices that emphasize mixed-use communities and pedestrian-friendly streets.

The impact of these strategies on walking should be monitored systematically at the national, state, and local levels. Public health efforts to promote walking as a way to meet physical activity guidelines can help improve the health of U.S. residents. Noting this, the role of podiatric physicians to encourage walking by preventing or treating conditions causing disorders of the pedal extremities cannot be overemphasized.

Leonard A. Levy, DPM, MPH, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, levyleon@nova.edu

RE: Retired NJ Podiatrist is World-Class Photographer
From: Larry Aronberg, DPM

Dr. Singer is a master of light. His photos are of overwhelming size and beauty. I can only look with envy at his work.

Larry Aronberg, DPM, Lake Worth, FL, lwp01@bellsouth.net

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

ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTHERN, NJ

Part-time or-full time. This position can and will lead to purchase of practice if so desired. Well-equipped modern office. Digital x-ray, ultrasound, etc. Individual must be well-trained and be ABPS Qualified/Certified. Must be competent in general foot care and be able to do routine foot surgery without help. Call: 201-986-1900.

ASSOCIATE POSITION - WASHINGTON, DC

Prominent two office (3 practitioner) podiatric medical group seeking well rounded, personable individual with good medical and surgical skills. Must be 24/36 month trained, board qualified or certified foot and ankle surgeon. Salary with benefits package. Serious inquiries to ponyrunner66@gmail.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

ASSOCIATE POSITION - MANHATTAN

Part-time associate position making home visits in Manhattan. Email: drmstempler@verizon.net

ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW JERSEY

Can you handle a challenge? Associate wanted for amazingly busy practice. Must be enthusiastic, outgoing, and surgically trained, but conservatively minded. We have a wonderful environment, great team plus great pay in Oradell, Bergen County, NJ. Full-time, some evenings and Saturdays. Call 201-261-9445 or fax resume to 201- 261-0058.

ASSOCIATE POSITION - MANHATTAN

Podiatrist needed for busy state-of-the-art offices in Manhattan. Offices are located near Penn and Grand Central Station. 10+ years experience only and an out-of-network doctor for most insurances. Please forward your information and CV to: roni@myfcny.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - YONKERS, NY

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.com   914.584.1434

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 – BROOKLYN, NY

Full-time position available with excellent salary in a state-of-art-office. Please email your resume to: irenefootcare@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - WEST COAST FLORIDA

Outstanding opportunity for PSR-36 graduate to join successful group podiatry practice. Seeking a sociable, articulate graduate who is confident in foot and ankle surgery but also enjoys all phases of podiatry. Long-term opportunity for the right candidate with generous pay and benefits. Reply to: jwicks@cortezfootandankle.com

ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – MARYLAND

Are you motivated, personable and enjoy working with the elderly? We are offering part-time positions in Maryland. Our group, Podiatry Management Services, provides care in Nursing Homes, Assisted Living, Senior Homes, Adult Daycare and other similar facilities. Please e-mail your CV to: drhprosen@verizon.net or fax to 410-486-2049 or call Dr. Herbert Rosen at 410-580-0255.

ASSOCIATE POSITION - SEATTLE, WA AREA

A well-established, solo-physician practice seeking a Full-Time Associate Podiatrist. Applicant should be: well trained physician, personable and motivated individual with sound surgical skills. Applicant must have completed a 24-36 month residency. Practice offers a state-of-the-art practice setting, with a good general mix of all aspects of podiatric medicine and surgery. Competitive salary and benefits. Partnership opportunities available. E-mail your letter of interest with resume to: seattlefootdoctor@yahoo.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: institutebeaute885@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 - 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 - NORTHERN VIRGINIA

Small, high-volume, non-surgical conservative care practice in Northern Virginia looking for hard-working, caring full-time podiatrist. Must enjoy, respect benefits of palliative care, diabetic foot care, foot biomechanics. Experience good. Great attitude better. Must be team player, practical, flexible problem-solver. Looking for someone committed to grow practice. Not looking for equity partner now, but if you prove yourself with great performance and attitude, a partner would be welcome. Send resume and CV to karenafp@gmail.com

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - PADNET

Rarely used- excellent condition. Padnet for sale. Asking $10,000. Contact us at 516-220-8258.

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 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

PRACTICE FOR SALE - BALTIMORE, MARYLAND

Established 40+ year old well-rounded practice of both surgical and non-surgical care with special emphasis on sports medicine. Medicare and BS/private insurance base, no Medical assistance. Needs to transition to a confident well trained individual. Purchase can include building. Contact: podiatrypracticesale@gmail.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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