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Serving Over 22,157 Subscribers Daily
August 24, 2022 #7,323  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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| ANNUAL SURVEY NOW ONLINE - WIN VALUABLE PRIZES |
Congratulations to Dr. Jack Forman of Flemington, NJ, Dr. Vanessa English of Kyle TX, and Dr. Tobi Goldstein of Gambrills, MD, winners of last week's prizes of PediFix® ShoeZap® 15 Minute UV Shoe Sanitizers donated by PediFix®. 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 February 2023 issue of Podiatry Management. It also makes you eligible to win thousands of dollars worth of valuable prizes. Enter by completing this anonymous 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. To begin survey, click here.
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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. To begin survey, click here.
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| APMA COMPONENT NEWS | |
AAWP Announces New Executive Board
The American Association for Women Podiatrists (AAWP) held their first in-person annual meeting since the pandemic while at the APMA Annual Scientific Conference in Orlando, Florida. The AAWP Executive Board 2022-2024 elected:
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Drs. Liz Piselli, Stephanie Hook, Jennifer Spector, Alyssa Carroll, Karen Langone and Elizabeth Daughtry. |
President: Karen Langone, DPM
1st Vice President: Liz Piselli, DPM
2nd Vice President: Stephanie Hook, DPM
Treasurer: Elizabeth Daughtry, DPM
Secretary: Alyssa Carroll, DPM
Immediate Past President: Jennifer Spector, DPM
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Fungal Infections Can be Life-Threatening: MI Podiatrist
According to Conway McLean, DPM, "Many fungal infections, once they have developed, never resolve, and stay with the host for the rest of his or her life. If one occurs in the lung, the treatment itself is potentially debilitating, and the success rate low. This likewise is true for toenail infections. If not caught relatively early in this slow but inexorable process, it typically remains there, gradually, slowly worsening, for the remainder of their life."
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"A healthy immune system prevents the more dire consequences of a tinea infection. But someone taking immune-suppressive drugs (such as an organ transplant recipient) or a person with diabetes is more likely to experience a secondary bacterial infection. And to a diabetic, these can be limb-threatening," says Dr. McLean.
Source: The Mining Journal [8/22/22]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
FL Podiatrist Starts as Medical Science Liaison - Southeast at Galderma
Ana Cristina Mantilla, DPM recently started a new position as Medical Science Liaison - Southeast at Galderma in Tampa, FL. Dr. Mantilla earned her podiatric medical degree at the Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine.
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Dr. Ana Cristina Mantilla |
Dr. Mantilla completed her podiatric residency at Palmetto General Hospital in the Miami/Fort Lauderdale area.
Source: Linkedin
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
CO Podiatrist Joins Foot and Ankle Institute of Colorado, PC
Joseph Fleck, DPM has joined the Foot and Ankle Institute of Colorado, PC in Colorado Springs, CO. Dr. Fleck earned his podiatric medical degree at the Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine.
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Dr. Joseph Fleck |
Dr. Fleck completed his podiatric residency at the Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center in Hartford, CT, and a fellowship at the New Mexico Bone and Joint Institute/AFLESR.
Source: Linkedin
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| FROM PM's CURRENT ISSUE | |
Several times a week, PM News posts an entire article from a recent issue of our partner, Podiatry Management Magazine. Please note that the views expressed in Podiatry Management Magazine do not necessarily reflect the views of PM News or Barry Block.
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Today's featured article |
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
5 Best Practices for Cleaning a Medical Office
The CDC and OSHA have set industry standards for medical office cleaning. These research-based procedures ensure staff and patient safety, lower risks of healthcare associated infections and reduce cross-contamination. Here are the key areas for medical office staff to focus on when cleaning the clinic.
2. Dust surfaces
When dust accumulates on surfaces, it makes people wonder how clean the rest of the office might be. Dust build-up in medical offices can aggravate respiratory conditions and carry germs that can spread illness. Regular dusting of surfaces throughout the clinic is an easy way to keep the space feeling clean while eliminating dust mites and bacteria from getting into the air.
Stay away from using feather dusters. All these tools do is move the dust around without properly picking it up. Instead, use a dampened cloth, small handheld vacuum, or a microfiber duster. Never wait until dust is visible on surfaces. The longer you wait to clean, the more likely it is to build up bacteria on these surfaces. Patients with allergies are susceptible to dust, aggravating them; so dust at least three times a week to keep your patients safe.
Source: Johnny Pallares, Medical Economics [8/12/22]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Daniel I. Whitney, DPM
Dr. Daniel I. Whitney, age 70, died August 18, 2022 from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. Dr. Whitney graduated from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine.
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Dr. Daniel Whitney |
He was a member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, Kentucky Board of Podiatry, and the American Podiatric Medical Association.
Source: Legacy [8/20/22]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (DME) | |
From: Paul Kesselman, DPM
Having done further research on the CMS CMN issue, I would like to make one correction and some follow-up comments:
1) Fee-for-service Medicare does not require CMN on NPWT, nor on wheelchairs.
2) Medicare Advantage Plans and other third-party payers have their own myriad of rules on prior authorization and the need for a "CMN-like" form;
3) The Medicare Fee-for-Service announcement may or may not affect your Medicare Advantage Plans and local third-party payers.
It is best to check with them for follow-up on how the recent Fee-for-Service Medicare announcement on CMN discontinuation will affect your patients’ coverage come Jan 1 2023.
4) Look for a full length article discussing this issue as well as other new DME later this fall in Podiatry Management magazine.
Paul Kesselman, DPM, Oceanside, NY
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| PODIATRISTS AND STUDENT DEBT | |
From: Michael M. Rosenblatt, DPM
While I agree with Dr. Chaskin that colleges should be disclosing the possibility that podiatry may not be "a perfect substrate" in which to guarantee the ability to repay college loans and become successful, I wonder if this same risk is disclosed to talented musicians who pass the entrance exam to Juilliard? The very recent experience of healthcare workers facing Covid, and even the HIV epidemic suggests that it is impossible to guarantee anything of permanent value.
I was qualified to enter Juilliard by virtue of the fact that I could play all 4 Chopin Ballades, including the 4th, the Grieg Piano Concerto and could reasonably play all 5 Beethoven concertos. But my performances were imperfect. I was "sloppy" in the left hand and used too much pedal to "cover" my technical defects. I suppose I could have worked through those problems at Juilliard. But well enough to become a successful concert artist? No, I don't think so. Juilliard tuition and expenses are...
Editor's note: Dr. Rosenblatt's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Supergirl's latest shoe? |
Source: Nadja Iwschenko via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA
20 year, non-surgical, mostly cash practice, with a large DME volume available. 200K/yr. income based on a stress free 20-hour work week. Unlimited growth potential. Easily transferrable to any podiatrist. Come live the dream! Barry@lloydscapital.org
PRACTICE FOR SALE - GREATER SEATTLE WASHINGTON AREA
Three-office practice grossing over $2 million. Each office has digital x-ray, diagnostic US, Anti-fungal Laser. Practice also has EMR, therapeutic laser, Sanexas, C-Arm, RDP, molecular lab, smart LEDA and equipment to perform MIS in the office. Send letter of interest to seattlefootdoctor@yahoo.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NORTHERN CT
Busy solo practice for sale in a great location near UCONN hospital in Farmington CT. Located in a great medical complex. Enjoy a great family lifestyle and near many outdoor recreational activities. 2 hours to NYC or Boston. Fully equipped 4 treatment room office, digital x-ray, ultrasound, Footmaxx gait scan, EHR, and laser. Near teaching hospital and surgery center. No nursing homes. 15% nail care and 30% surgery. Grosses over 1m asking 375k. Transition help offered. Contact Brian at 860-483-2001 or bkwagnerdpm@yahoo.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - ESSEX COUNTY, NEW JERSEY
Essex County, New Jersey podiatrist selling high grossing well established busy solo practice, 30+ yrs. located on hospital campus, huge referral base, admitting capabilities, will introduce and stay on for transition - privileges in OR, Wound Ctr & HBO, ER, Rehab Facility/Nursing Home. At peak grossed $1M with Podiatrist working Full Time, last 5 yrs, has been grossing $485K (part time - 4 Days). Included FF&E, 4 treatment rooms, Real Estate is leased at $3,629/month and can be transferred. Excellent growth potential. Call 973-805-3539.
PRACTICE LOCATION FOR SALE – ATASCOCITA, TX
Recently remodeled, well established, turn-key podiatry practice for sale in Atascocita, TX (northeast suburb of Houston). Fully stocked with four exam rooms, exam chairs, instruments, digital x-ray equipment, autoclave, computers, and phones. Contact Rebeccah at 281-361-7400 or rburgers.tcfa@gmail.com.
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ASSOCIATE POSITION – PENNSYLVANIA
We are a free-standing large office with surgery center on site searching for a new surgeon to join our high volume practice. Located in a thriving, affluent community with growing patient base. Partnership/equity opportunity for an individual where significant surgical productivity exists in one's own office. Email inquiries/CV to ascpractice142@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE - WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA (BOONE, NC)
A well-established growing podiatric group practice is looking for a hardworking, ethical, highly motivated person to join our team. We are offering a competitive salary with bonus opportunities and a wide range of benefits. Candidates must have or in the process of obtaining a North Carolina license for this position. Associate position can lead to partnership. Please send resume to: info@msppso.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTH CAROLINA
Seeking full-time associate. Both strong clinical and surgical skills required. Training with diabetes and limb salvage a plus. Hospital and surgical center privileges. Compensation with base and bonus structure. Benefits: insurance, paid vacation/holidays, paid CME, malpractice. Send CV to RussAllen25@gmail.com
FULL TIME DPM PODIATRY POSITION - BOONE, NORTH CAROLINA
Our growing multi-practice group is looking to hire skilled podiatrists to join our team. We are seeking full-time DPMs with current NC license, or registered to sit for the NC license exam October 29, 2022. We provide the right candidate full time compensation and benefits package of up to $215,000 per year. Boone is a four-season town offering snow skiing, hiking and watersports all within 20 miles. Boone has a vibrant arts and culture scene as well as being home to Appalachian State University. Interested candidates please send resume to jenny.pan@btcapgroup.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
FULL-TIME PODIATRY POSITION - NEW YORK
Metropolitan Practice is looking for a surgical podiatrist to join our well established team. Compensation: $150,000 plus PTO, 401K, and insurance. Please send your resume to daria.nichiforova@deloorpodiatry.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – EVANSTON, IL
Full time podiatry associate needed for busy well rounded practice in Evanston, IL. Email: rebregbob@hotmail.com Robert Gerber, DPM Cell (773) 852-0106
ASSOCIATE POSITION – HUDSON VALLEY, NY
Opportunity to improve your quality of life and start a thriving career in the beautiful Hudson Valley. Offices are located in Hudson and Catskill. We are looking for skilled, well rounded podiatric surgeon. Please send CV to: mzhubrak@yahoo.com
PRACTICE ASSOCIATE POSITION – BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA
We are looking for a podiatrist that provides service to our in-office patients, skilled nursing home patients, wound care patients and our affiliated hospitals. Required: Completion of a 3-year residency program (NO Resident applications) • Current holder of a state podiatry license • Board certification/qualification is highly preferred • Looking for well trained, well rounded and personable candidate to plug into our growing group of 5 Podiatrists and 4 locations. Competitive 6 figure base with lucrative bonus structure. Full benefits including 401K and match. Email resumes directly to victorian@footnankledoc.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - FLORIDA, SOUTH CAROLINA, AND GEORGIA
Join a podiatric team whose work positively impacts the lives of seniors every day! KG Health Partners, the largest podiatric practice in Florida, is seeking full and part-time podiatrists who will provide mobile-based lower extremity care to residents living in long-term facilities throughout the states of Florida, South Carolina, and Georgia. Achieve work-life balance with a Monday through Friday schedule, competitive wages, malpractice insurance, and exceptional benefits for full-time employees (health, paid time off, 401K retirement plan with company match). You must maintain active Medicare and State licenses. Email CV to kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - FLORIDA, MASSACHUSETTS, and BUFFALO, NY
Looking for reliable and ethical podiatrists to service Nursing Homes and Skilled Nursing Facilities throughout Florida, Massachusetts, and the Buffalo, NY region. Send inquiries and CV to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – FLORIDA
Go golfing and fishing every day. Well-established practice seeks reliable PT/FT Mobile Podiatry team players for home visits, ALF/ILF, RN Homes throughout sunny Florida. Flexible. No call. Weekends optional. Competitive commission plus mileage. New grads through semi-retired $100K+ PT or $200K FT. contact@PodiatristAtHome.com
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST, FL
Stat, busy, modern offices. ABFAS BC/BQ, EMR, Dig x-rays, U.S., CT, DME, Base salary + bonus, PTO, 401K, free health ins. 1 ACFAS fellowship position also DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – VA, MD, CT, DE, PA, OH, MO, NJ, NY, TN, FL
PediRite provides care to nursing home residents. Excellent opportunities working in our contracted facilities. Flexible scheduling, very lucrative commissions! Great match if you have open days/hours in your schedule. Resume to sara@sightrite.com (sign-on bonus for VA)
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA
Join a well-established, busy and growing podiatric practice. We are fully integrated with the medical community in a large tertiary teaching hospital. Research opportunities are available. Applicant should be ethical, personable, hardworking, and committed to quality patient care. We are offering a competitive salary with bonus opportunities and a wide range of benefits. Associate position can lead to partnership. All interested candidates should send a resume to JCMOOREDPM@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – EASTON, MD
Single physician practice is seeking an associate interested in owning a thriving office and senior living facilities based practice. Office is located in Easton, MD. There is an opportunity to develop a surgical aspect to the practice. Compensation is personal productivity commission based. Please contact for information Tidewaterpodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTH CENTRAL, PA
www.martinfootandankle.com is looking for a professional and energetic associate. Practice is high volume and full scope. Practice includes: 5 offices, 4 PT gyms & 2 shoe stores. Competitive compensation & benefits. Send letter of interest and CV to jbowen@martinfootandankle.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MIDTOWN MANHATTAN
Multi doctor practice in Midtown Manhattan is looking for a full time/Part time podiatrist. Please send CV to: cfcviv@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MEMPHIS, TN
Modern practice in Memphis, TN seeking PSR 36/fellowship trained/board qualified/certified podiatric surgeon with entrepreneurial spirit. Experienced practitioners with private practice skills also welcome to apply. The candidate should be comfortable with a busy office schedule and should be ready to see all patients and treat all ages, demographics, pathologies including diabetic foot care. Hospital management skills. The practice is equipped with modern technology. The practice needs a well-trained, well rounded, motivated “go getter”. Start Jan 2023. Salary plus bonus with benefits. TN is low cost of living/no income tax. Submit LOI, CV, 3 references to utoepia8637@gmail.com.
PODIATRIC PHYSICIAN – SOUTH CAROLINA
Physicians Footcare, SC largest provider of foot & ankle care, is seeking a highly skilled and personable physician to join our TEAM. If work-life balance and above average compensation is important to you send letter of interest and CV to: careers@physiciansfootcare.com.
FULL-TIME or PART-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 Cover letter, CV, short introduction video Email: cnunez1940@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – LOS ANGELES COASTAL
Well established and growing 35+ year practice with a full-time, associate-to-partnership opportunity for a motivated, friendly individual. The practice encompasses a full scope of podiatric treatment, including routine care, wound care, peds, sports med, surgery. Very competitive compensation and benefit package. Please email CV to airportpodiatrygroup@gmail.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
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