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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,544 Subscribers Daily
August 10, 2016 #5,727  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| ANNUAL SURVEY NOW ONLINE - WIN VALUABLE PRIZES |
We encourage you to participate in this year's important annual survey. Completing this anonymous survey provides us with valuable data, which we will publish in the March 2017 issue of Podiatry Management. It also makes you eligible to win thousands of dollars of valuable prizes. Enter by completing this confidential survey and providing your e-mail address in the comments section on the last page of the survey. The earlier you enter, the more chances you have to win.
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This is also your opportunity to vote for the next DPM and non-DPM inductees into the PM Podiatry Hall of Fame.
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| IN YOUR MAILBOX SOON | |
We've just mailed the August 2016 issue of Podiatry Management. Our cover story is titled "The Ideal Practice Model" In addition, you'll find our usual assortment of features, including our columns and a CPME-approved CME.
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| PODIATRISTS AND POLITICS | |
ND Podiatrist Runs for Moorhead City Council
Nine candidates are now in the running for Moorhead City Council with five of them facing off for an open seat representing the city's north side. Filing Friday was Dr. Matthew Kammerer, 56. Kammerer is running for the Ward 3 seat being vacated by Mike Hulett.
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Dr. Matthew Kammerer |
Kammerer said he believes he can bring some "stability" to the Moorhead council, and said he will work to create a positive identity for the city. He is a podiatrist at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Fargo. Before moving to Moorhead a few years ago, he lived in Breckenridge, where he served on the City Council for about eight years.
Source: Dave Olson, Inforum [8/5/16]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
NE Podiatrist Recovers from Cycling Accident
State Sen. Robert Hilkemann says he has no doubt he’ll be ready for the 2017 legislative session despite suffering a serious bicycle accident a few weeks ago. But the senator who serves constituents in west Omaha has a more ambitious goal in mind — to be back on his bike by Labor Day. “That’s my goal; I’m not sure my doctor has signed on,” he said last week. The 68-year-old retired podiatrist suffered a broken hip and collar bone July 15.
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Dr. Robert Hilkemann and cracked bicycle helmet. |
He has no memory of the fall, however, as he was knocked unconscious despite wearing a helmet. Dr. Hilkemann, who has been an avid cyclist for nearly 30 years, was on the final day of a five-week ride that started in Seattle, Washington. He had ridden nearly 2,000 miles and had just 3 miles left to pedal. The second-year senator said he plans to keep his cracked cycling helmet in his office at the State Capitol, where he will use it to illustrate why he supports Nebraska’s motorcycle helmet law.
Source: Joe Duggan, Live Well Nebraska [8/8/16]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
Sister's Essay About Tragic Loss of PA Podiatrist Wins Trip to Italy
Though separated by seven years, Alicia Bird shared an especially tight bond with her big sister, Gina Carlo, DPM. Among the ties that bound them closest was their mutual love of Bruce Springsteen. The New Jersey rock icon’s songs served as an inspirational soundtrack for Dr. Carlo, a local podiatrist, as she waged a long and valiant battle against breast cancer.
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Dr. Gina Marie Carlo |
After a nine-year fight, Dr. Carlo died in November 2014 at age 56, but her spirit carries on in the poignant, honest essay Mrs. Bird wrote about her for a recent contest sponsored by the Springsteen-themed E Street Radio station on SiriusXM satellite radio. Mrs. Bird’s essay ended up the winner, earning the Richmondale resident and a group of family and friends a free trip to Italy to see Mr. Springsteen and his E Street Band perform at Rome’s Circus Maximus.
Source: Josh McAuliff, The Times-Tribune [8/7/16]
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
CA DPM Hosts Chinese Orthopedic Surgeon, Volunteers at Olympic Trials
Amol Saxena, DPM hosted Beijing orthopedic surgeon Min Wei, MD with current PAMF Sports Med Fellow Brian Hong, DPM this past month. Earlier this month, Dr. Saxena attended the U.S. Olympic Track & Field Trials, and has 15 athletes competing in the Rio Olympics. He also volunteered at the Jr. Olympics in Sacramento over this past weekend.
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(L-R) Drs. Brian Hong, Amol Saxena, and Min Wei |
“I was surprised that no other DPMs, especially from the area, volunteered for the week-long youth national championships. You shouldn’t just try for the high profile events and teams. Even if you don’t get a patient, you have the chance to educate athletic trainers and other doctors as to what we do. For instance, the ATCs did not know DPMs at Kaiser Facilities treat ankles. These national events are still good opportunities for DPMs to learn, gain experience, and promote the profession," said Saxena.
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| PODIATRIC PRODUCTS IN THE NEWS | |
John Romans Named 2016 CEO of the Year from Minnesota
Acquisition International (AI) has announced that John Romans of Collaborative Care Diagnostics was selected as 2016 CEO of the Year from Minnesota.
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Biomedix by Collaborative Care Diagnostics is a leader in healthcare risk assessment and information technology (HIT), enabling care providers to collaborate and cost-effectively save patient limbs and lives.
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| SUCCESS TIPS FROM THE MASTERS | |
Bret Ribotsky: What is an example of successful internal marketing you have done?
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Dr. Marshall Solomon |
Marshall Solomon: We had a program where every month or every other month, we would highlight a service that we would provide, like vascular examinations or computerized gait analysis or orthotic fabrication, or shoes for diabetics. We would send out letters geared towards patients with those specific problems. If they had bunion problems or metatarsalgia or heel pain, then we would send out a specific letter or a newsletter to them regarding orthotic care for the specific problem. For those patients who were diabetics, we would talk about diabetic care and education and diabetic shoes.
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| Dr. Ali Sadrieh |
Meet the Masters is broadcast each Tuesday night at 9 PM (EST). This week's guest is podiatric surgeon Dr. Ali Sadrieh. You can register for future events by clicking here
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Harold J. Feder, DPM
With sorrow we announce the passing of another pioneering giant of podiatry, our father Dr. Harold J. Feder. He was a recipient of the APMA Distinguished Service Citation for his years of tireless dedication and devotion to podiatric medicine. He was a Founder of the ACFO and Founder and first President of the ABPPM. He was instrumental in getting Blue Shield to cover podiatry claims, which led to the other carriers following suit.
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Dr. Harold Feder |
As a Niles Twp Village Trustee, he got the Illinois Podiatry Practice Act expanded to reflect current modern podiatric medicine. He opened several Chicago hospitals to establish podiatry departments and residency programs. And he was instrumental in the merger of the Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine into Rosalind Franklin University of Health Sciences. We thank all of you for your good wishes and prayer in our loss.
Drs. Joel & Marc Feder
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
RE: Talking With Your Older Patients: A Clinician's Handbook (FREE)
From: Arthur E Helfand, DPM
There is a wonderful book that has been published by the National Institute on Aging. The title is Talking With Your Older Patients: A Clinician's Handbook, publication #16-7105, February 2016.
The text is available online and/or by contacting NIA, 1-800-222-2225. It is offered at no charge. For those involved with older patients, it offers interesting information.
Arthur E Helfand, DPM, Narberth, PA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
Are You Proud to be a Podiatrist? (Michael. Z. Metzger, DPM)
From: Elliot Udell, DPM, Michael J. Schneider, DPM
What makes me so proud to be a podiatrist is rooted in what first motivated me to apply to podiatric medical school well over 35 years ago. At that time, I had just completed clerical training and I was also pursuing a masters in biochemistry. My grandfather who lived with us was having severe foot pain. His feet were the bane of his existence and not knowing what a podiatrist was, we took him to internists and orthopedists, but no one was able to help him.
Finally, someone recommended that we see a podiatrist. We followed through but with a healthy amount of skepticism. Frankly, we did not believe that anyone could bring my grandfather relief. To our surprise, the podiatrist we took him to was able to alleviate all of his symptoms in one visit! I was so impressed that I declared from that moment on to pursue a career in podiatry. For over three decades, I have brought relief to countless others in the way a local podiatrist brought relief to my grandfather.
Elliot Udell, DPM, Hicksville, NY
Coincidentally, I had a doctor appointment today. They had a pre-filled encounter sheet with Michael J. Schneider, MD. I immediately corrected it to Michael J. Schneider, DPM. If you are not proud to be a podiatrist.....maybe you should have pursued a different career.
Michael J. Schneider, DPM, Denver, CO
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RE: Mrs. Malaprops Returns
When asked if she had taken anything for her foot pain and swelling, the patient responded that "my medical doctor got me pregnant zone." Sounds like a good Dr. Phil episode!
Richard M. Hofacker, DPM, Akron, OH
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2- ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
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 mynewposition75@gmail.com
IMMEDIATE FULL-TIME POSITION - FLINT, MI AREA
Multi-office, thriving practice. Busy surgical caseload available for a new doctor. Excellent payer mix. Partnership potential for the right candidate. Schedule will be immediately filled - patient volume is too great for current docs. Must be self-motivated, energetic and compassionate. Competitive compensation package. Email resume to giordanodpm@hotmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTH CAROLINA
South Carolina's largest provider of foot care is a multi-doctor, multi-location practice currently seeking a highly skilled, personable, and hardworking physician to join our TEAM. South Carolina License is necessary and next exam is December 2016. Exam application must be submitted 90 days prior to exam date. Starting Compensation package $120k-$140k (base + bonus) and benefits. Please send Letter of Interest and CV to: scdpmjobs@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – DURANGO, CO/FOUR-CORNERS AREA
Busy and growing practice in the 4-corners area looking for high-energy doctor seeking full-time employment. Competitive compensation. Ownership opportunity. Buy-in to surgery center and/or physician owned hospital possible. Board eligible/certified necessary. Competent in all areas of podiatric care. Send CV to nlhuge@gmail.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 – 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 POSITION - NASSAU COUNTY, NY
Full-time/Part-time associate needed for busy Long Island Practice with EHR, digital X-rays and DME. Excellent income opportunity for hard working energetic Podiatrist. ABPS board qualified/certified preferable. Must be versed in all aspects of podiatry Surgical/Medical/Orthopedic and be able to work independently. Send Resume: jbmbcw@yahoo.com
POSITION AVAILABLE - LOS ANGELES, CA
Los Angeles Based Multi office, multi physician foot and ankle surgical practice looking for highly trained foot and ankle surgeon to join our growing group. Emphasis on sports medicine, reconstructive foot and ankle surgery and revision surgery. Prospective candidate must have excellent personal skills and work well with a team. Competitive compensation with 401K, profit sharing, health insurance, dental and vision insurance. Surgical center partnership potential and full scope hospital privileges available. Facility is state of the art with PT, CT, MRI, US and digital x-ray. Please Contact us at: PODIATRYPARTNERS@GMAIL.COM
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 - 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.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 1- PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
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
PRACTICE FOR SALE – SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY
25+ year well established practice for immediate sale. Turnkey operation with three well equipped patient rooms. Net collections 200k part time with pronounced full-time potential. Ideal for motivated physician. Significant growth potential, excellent referral base. Updated office with existing lease and extension options. Located next to existing Family and Physical Therapy practices. Equipment and chairs negotiable. Serious inquiries please reply to jrobinson165@comcast.net.
PRACTICES WANTED FOR SALE OR MERGER - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Southern California based podiatry group is seeking to add podiatry practices to our growing group. Currently we have 12 locations including MRI, CT, PT and Surgical Center facilities. We have excellent contracts with insurance companies and highly trained surgeons. We are looking for potential doctors who may want to merge with our group for better practice management and improved payer contract with opportunity for ancillary services. We are also looking to acquire practices and pay a competitive price for the practice based on market valuation. For more information please contact. Please Contact us at: PODIATRYPARTNERS@GMAIL.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.
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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