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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 15,920 Podiatrists Daily
August 25, 2014 #5,146  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 | |
Congratulations to Dr. Howard Roesen of Newport News, VA, winner of a one night stay in deluxe accommodations at the Quincy Hotel in Washington, DC, including a welcome cocktail and continental breakfast. 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 2015 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 week's prize is a dual-core 7" Android tablet.
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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| APMA COMPONENTS IN THE NEWS | |
MPMA Donates 215 Pairs of Shoes to Local School
Starting the school year with a new pair of shoes might seem like a given, but that’s not necessarily the case — especially for teens who live at Wellspring Lutheran Services in Farmington Hills. Yet, thanks to the generosity of the Michigan Podiatric Medical Association (MPMA), a couple of dozen young Wellspring residents will head to their Farmington Public Schools classrooms next month sporting brand-new footwear.
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Dr. Jodie Sengstock fits a teen with new shoes (photo: John Stormzand) |
On Friday morning, 215 pairs of shoes were delivered to Wellspring, and Dr. Jodie Sengstock of the MPMA visited the facility to provide proper fitting for the teenagers in its New Beginnings Program. The rest will go to other Wellspring campuses throughout the state of Michigan. This is the third year MPMA has donated shoes to Wellspring, which supports kids in the foster care system as well as those with abusive backgrounds or needing more support transitioning into adulthood.
Source: Aileen Wingblad, Hometown Life [8/22/14]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
ID Podiatrist Discusses Heel Pain
Dr. Randal Wraalstad of St. Luke's Clinic says, "Heel pain on the bottom of the foot, without any easily defined trauma, most often is an inflammation of the fascia on the bottom of the arch, known as plantar fasciitis. It begins fairly mild and gets progressively more painful as the inflammation increases and the fascia become tighter. It’s characterized by severe pain in the morning or when standing after sitting or resting for a while. It feels a bit better with stretching or “warming up,“ but can be very achy by evening if you’ve been very active. This condition also can be related to a plantar heel spur, which can be seen on an x-ray."
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Dr. Randal Wraalstad |
"If the pain is on the back of the heel, it’s usually related to a posterior heel spur or an inflammation of the insertion of the Achilles tendon on the back of the heel. The inflammation of the second foot can be due to compensating or walking differently on the more painful foot, which can cause overload or strain of the better foot," says Wraalstad.
Source: Twin Falls Times [8/23/12]
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| PODIATRISTS AND THE LAW - PART 1 | |
NC Podiatrist Arrested in Drug Case
An investigation into complaints about physicians’ alleged aggressive prescribing practices has resulted in charges against a Shelby foot doctor, according to Cleveland County authorities. The Sheriff’s Office said Dr. Steven Elliott Skorman was arrested Thursday at his office, Carolina Foot and Ankle. Skorman was charged with 19 counts of prescribing controlled substances without a legal medical purpose; possession of marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia; and possession of counterfeit CD/DVD. He was jailed under $150,000 bond.
Source: Steve Lyttle, charlotteobserver.com [8/22/14]
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| PODIATRISTS AND THE LAW - PART 2 | |
IA Podiatrist Allegedly Obtained Pain Pills from Patients
State officials have suspended the license of a Marshalltown podiatrist who allegedly let patients skip their co-payments for his treatment if they would give him some of the narcotic painkilling pills he prescribed for them. The Iowa Board of Podiatry says Dr. Timothy Harold Smith was treated at Marshalltown Medical and Surgical Center Aug. 11 for the effects of oxycodone, a powerful painkiller best known by the brand name Oxycontin. He had to be resuscitated and treated with Narcan, a medication that helps reverse the effects of narcotics, according to documents the board released this morning. The board said it received a complaint saying that Smith had been receiving pills from patients in exchange for waiving their co-pay obligations.
Source: Tony Leys, The Des Moines Register [8/22/14]
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| PROFESSIONAL DISCIPLINE | |
IA Podiatrist Faces Disciplinary Hearing for Practicing Out of Scope
Dr. James P. Licandro, a podiatrist from Bettendorf, faces a disciplinary hearing with the Iowa Board of Podiatry. Licandro is charged with practicing outside the scope of his profession. As a licensed podiatrist in Iowa, he has been cited for performing a biopsy on a lesion on a patient's upper back. The incident occurred April 30, 2013.
Source: Deirdre Baker, Quad-City Times [8/2/14]
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| HEALTHCARE NEWS | |
A Gadget Designed to Finally Make Doctors Wash Their Hands Enough
According to the Centers for Disease Control, almost 75,000 patients died last year from healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) in the United States. It’s consistently ranked as one of ten leading causes of death. The culprit is usually unwashed hands. Studies vary, but show that, on average, hospital workers only wash their hands between 10 and 50 percent of the time they enter or exit a patient room. That number, of course, is supposed to be 100 percent.
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This summer, Biovigil rolled out their first product: a sensor-laden electronic badge that uses traffic-light language—red, yellow, and green flashing lights—to hold doctors accountable for hand-hygiene. To use the Biovigil system, hospital workers clip the two-ounce electronic badge onto their pockets. The badge can detect infrared sensors that Biovigil installs in patient rooms, so that every time the doctor or nurse in question walks in or out of a new room, the badge knows. Hospital workers will sanitize their hands, either with Purell or soap and water, and hold one hand near the badge. Chemical sensors in the Biovigil gadget will detect clean hands, and cue a green light. If the doctor delays the process, the badge turns yellow. If they downright ignore it, it glares red.
Source: Margaret Rhodes, Wired [8/22/14]
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: Onycholysis in a Child
This 6 year old male presented with proximal lysis of b/l thumbs and b/l toes 3-5 for the past 6-9 months according to his parents. His past medical history is unremarkable,with no allergies or meds, or trauma to the nails. He has had eczema at the popliteal areas of both knees and the forearms on an intermittent basis for the past 2 years. The nails are clean, dry and blacked at the lytic areas proximally.
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Onycholysis in a child |
Has anyone seen this condition, especially in a child? What is the diagnosis and treatment? Scrapings and cultures have been taken and I am awaiting results. It looks like onychomycosis. Any suggestions and help would be appreciated.
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| QUERIES (MEDICAL-LEGAL) | |
Query: In-Office Compounding
I have been approached by a company that puts compounding equipment and supplies in your office for a set-up fee, and I would dispense the compounded medications to my patients. They would bill the insurance and I would receive a percentage of the fee collected for the medication. The representative assured me that as long as I gave the patents a choice of where to obtain the compound, I would be safe from Stark Laws. Does anyone have any experience with this type of set-up?
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
From: Chris Mahaffey, Glenn Gastwirth, DPM
APMA and ACFAS appreciate that CMS is taking steps to resolve the inequity created by its current Physician Payment Sunshine Act (Open Payments) reporting exclusion for indirect payments made to covered recipient physician speakers at certain accredited and certified continuing education events. We strongly disagree with the decision of CMS to omit arbitrarily the accrediting entity for sponsors of continuing education in podiatric medicine, the Council on Podiatric Medical Education (CPME), as an accrediting or certifying entity under the current exclusion.
Together, APMA and ACFAS lobbied CMS heavily, which included...
Editor's note: This extended-length letter can be read here.
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 1
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Source: lifeartcollide.blogspot.ca
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 2
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ASSOCIATE POSITION - HUDSON VALLEY REGION, NY
Hudson Valley Foot Associates has a great opportunity available! We’re a high-volume, diversified, multi-office group practice utilizing state-of-the-art modalities. Great growth for a personable and motivated DPM. Please visit www.hvfa.com and forward cover letter with CV to info@hvfa.com.
ASSOCIATE WANTED- NY CITY AREA
For nursing home patient care, one morning/ week, 9-12. Immediate opening for NY State licensed podiatrist. Please send C.V. to pgreenberg@msn.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – PENNSYLVANIA
Great low stress, full time opportunity for a surgically trained podiatrist in a 2-office full spectrum practice. Located in the suburbs of Philadelphia. You are highly motivated, board qualified and have great communication skills. Opportunity for a buy-in/partnership in 2 years. Send cover letter and CV toinfo@qualityfootcare.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE- FULL TIME/ PART TIME SOUTHERN IL AND EASTERN MO
opportunities to serve residents of long-term care facilities in southern Illinois and eastern Missouri. High earning potential with competitive benefits as part of a 40 year old company for the right candidates. Contact ckestner@preferredpodiatry.com for additional information.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WASHINGTON STATE
Well established, multi office busy practice looking for ethical, motivated podiatrist to work in our offices and see residents in assisted living facilities in greater Seattle area. Russian or Spanish speaking preferred but not required. No weekends. Please send C.V. with salary and benefit expectations omega571@comcast.net
FULL-TIME PODIATRIST WANTED – TEXAS
PSR 24-36 trained multi-dimensional, multi-office group treating a wide range of patients including: forefoot, rearfoot, diabetic wound care, sports medicine and work related injuries. Dallas/Fort Worth Area. Modern offices and equipment. Great opportunity for driven personable individual. Please e-mail: Cover letter, CV, Letters of reference to: cnunez1940@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW JERSEY
Well established practice in Atlantic County looking for a part-time associate. Modern facility with EMR and digital x-ray. Located in a coastal community with a supportive and professional staff. No weekends! Email CV to ShoreDPM@Gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE WANTED - SO CAL COAST
Excellent opportunity for the right doctor. Looking for a young, hard-working, full- time doctor who wants to learn how to run a practice from top to bottom. Need an out-going, very personable doctor to shadow me and practice similarly, someone who would want to take over the practice in the near future. asbf@pacbell.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION - KANSAS CITY
Kansas City may be the perfect move for you and your family. We are looking for an entrepreneurial-minded associate who wants to grow and then own part of an already successful practice. If you are the right candidate for this associate position, you will enjoy a competitive compensation package and you will be working with doctors who are as committed to your success as we are to our own. Go to:www.YourFutureInPodiatry.com for full details.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL FLORIDA
Associate wanted for busy up-to-date practice in rural Florida. Looking for a long term commitment. PSR 24-36 trained a plus. EHR, digital x-rays, laser, DME dispensing, hospital privileges available. Very little HMO in the area yet. Send CV to HIGHFOOT@Outlook.com
LOTS OF OPPORTUNITIES - SOUTHEAST GEORGIA STATESBORO
Willing to live in Rural area in a College town. Beautiful weather year round. Seeking experienced, min of 5 years, Family-oriented podiatrist. If you have a great attitude and you are looking to build a long-term relationship with the practice , Don't miss out on this one. Must be PSR-24 trained. Full range of services including Surgical Suite/ Ambulatory Sx Center in the practice. E-mail cover letter & CV tomelissafoot@atlanticfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL FLORIDA
We are looking for a hardworking entrepreneur-minded podiatrist to fill a position. This practice is a Non-surgical clinic based practice. Competitive salary with full benefits available. Respond with CV to e-mail: Podiatryflorida@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN MICHIGAN
Associate wanted to join a 4 physician/4 facility organization. Must be residency trained and have great work ethic. You will be assisted by a well-trained staff and have comfort knowing there will be Board Certified Surgeons who have your back. Salary plus incentive. Reply to: paulapmac@me.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WESTERN VIRGINIA
Private Orthopaedic Group Practice in seeking rear foot surgically trained podiatrist. Surgical suite on-site; surgical and wound care privileges at 1 hospital. BC or BE required. Base salary + bonus + benefits. Will acquire established practice from podiatrist who is relocating. Email Lindsay McHone, Practice Administrator at lindsayathoc@ntelos.net.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LONG ISLAND, NY
Looking for an experienced, board certified/qualified podiatrist for busy practice, must be personable, energetic and highly motivated. Well rounded practice incorporating all phases of podiatry including general podiatry, surgery, wound care, orthopedics. P/T, F/T position available, excellent salary. Please email CV to: jobke@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - EAST TENNESSEE
30 year old practice with 5 offices in greater Knoxville area seeking ethical, personable, hardworking, team player. $160,000 base salary with bonus incentives and benefits. Post-residency experience a plus. Please send resume to ddavidphawk@yahoo.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
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