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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 22,148 Subscribers Daily
August 30, 2022 #7,327  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. Matthew G. Garoufalis, of Hines, IL, winner of last week's prize of a Turbomed XTERN fit kit ($240 value) donated by KevinRoot Medical. 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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iPhone for scanning your patients with Foot ID |
This week's prize is an iPhone for scanning your patients with Foot ID donated by KevinRoot Medical.
***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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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
3 NV Podiatrists Named as Health Care Quarterly’s Top Doctors
Health Care Quarterly’s Top Doctors recognizes some of the best doctors in Southern Nevada. These selections are made using a peer-to-peer review process, wherein thousands of local doctors are surveyed for their recommendation by specialty, to compile a comprehensive list for the public.
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(L-R) Drs. Jerry Henry, Kirk Larkin, and Jodi Politz |
The top podiatrists selected were: Jerry Henry, DPM, Kirk Larkin, DPM, and Jodi Politz, DPM.
Source: Vegas INC [8/25/22]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
NJ Podiatrist Joins Eastpointe Medical Group
Lenny Ramirez, DPM recently joined Eastpointe Medical Group-Foot and Ankle Division of Eastpointe Medical Group in Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey. Dr. Ramirez earned his podiatric medical degree at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. He is also a Registered Pharmacist (RPH).
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Dr. Lenny Ramirez |
Dr. Ramirez completed his residency at Passaic Beth Israel Hospital. He is board certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.
Source: Linkedin
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
NY Podiatrist Discusses What to Look for in Shoes for People with Sciatica
Experiencing pain of any kind is no fun, especially if it has to do with the sciatic nerve. "Sciatica nerve pain is pain that radiates from the sciatic nerve at the level of the lower spine down the buttocks and back of the leg," says Nelya Lobkova, DPM, a podiatrist based in New York and founder of Step Up Footcare. When picking shoes for sciatica, look for a shoe with a heel height no higher than one inch. "A heel height above one inch causes the torso to tilt forward over the pelvis, which can worsen sciatica pain," explains Dr. Lobkova.
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Dr. Nelya Lobkova |
To reduce strain on your sciatic nerve, you'll want a shoe that's supportive and rigid, particularly in the midsole and heel counter. To determine whether your heel counter is firm, "make sure you cannot pinch this part of the shoe," Dr. Lobkova says. You'll also want to check for a rigid midsole because "support from a shoe that is not too flexible has midsole rigidity," she adds. To test, try to bend your shoe's toe box and heel in half. Rigid midsoles shouldn't fully fold in half.
Source: Kayla Hui, Well + Good [8/19/22]
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| IN THE COURTS | |
SCOTUS Ruled on Opioid Prescriptions: Here’s What You Need to Know
The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) has ruled that doctors must show intent to mis-prescribe opioids in order to face criminal charges.
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Despite the drop in opioid prescriptions in recent years, opioid overdoses and deaths are on the rise, largely because of street drugs.
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The CDC’s position is that physicians can better serve patients by focusing on when to initiate and continue opioid treatment, what type and dosage of opioid to use, and how to address risk of drug abuse when prescribing opioids.
Source: Jules Murtha, MD Linx [8/26/22]
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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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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Telehealth vs. Telewealth: Six Steps to Ensure Your Future
Your success or lack thereof will rest upon patient loyalty. Here are six steps to take:
1. Read Peter Shankman’s Zombie Loyalists. The core message is that the best marketing you can have consists of employees and patients who are rabid fans of your practice. You want to be so good that your staff and patients rave about you and the care you provide. Despite its title, Zombie Loyalists has nothing to do with zombies and everything to do with your future success. It is a wonderful read.
Lucien W. Roberts, III, MHA, FACMPE, Physicians Practice [8/17/22]
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| RESPONSES.COMMENTS (MEETING NEWS) | |
From: Jeffrey Kass, DPM
Congratulations to ACPME for achieving their record attendance with their recent seminar. The seminar was excellent and is proof positive podiatrists should have the choice to choose to attend in person or virtually. Pennsylvania recently changed their law allowing podiatrists to obtain their CME as they deem fit. It’s about time for the laggard states to become mainstream and allow their doctors to learn as they choose.
Jeffrey Kass, DPM, Forest Hills, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PODIATRISTS AND STUDENT DEBT) - PART 1A | |
From: Richard A Simmons DPM
I would say that many who enter into any field of medicine should no longer think they will work until they are 65 and retire. Not just podiatrists, but everyone. If I were a generalist/family practitioner MD, I would be very concerned about my job being taken over by a nurse practitioner or PA. It seems that many in my generation are either still working in podiatry or working in some other endeavor, such as podiatry lecturer, property management, stock trading, etc. Many have simply taken off one hat and replaced it with another. The best advice I have for young practitioners: pace yourself. For most, it’s a long, steady course. Make it enjoyable.
Richard A. Simmons, DPM, Rockledge, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PODIATRISTS AND STUDENT DEBT) - PART 1B | |
From: Ivar E. Roth DPM, MPH
I would like to opine on this pathetic case of owing nearly a million dollars in student debt as a podiatrist. Many of you will ask, "How could this happen?" The shocking truth is that a percent or two of each graduating class should not have been passed on to graduate from podiatry school.
Unfortunately, I have interviewed some of these candidates over my career who have come by requesting a job at my office. The sad fact is they actually believe they have something to offer when the reality is they are either socially inept and unable to properly communicate with a patient, or are on the slow side and just do not catch on and have terrible to little clinical acumen. I personally feel sorry for these podiatrists and the fact that the schools did not properly flunk them out but rather allowed them to pass through. While this may not be the case here, I can say that this situation does unfortunately exist.
Ivar E. Roth DPM, MPH, Newport Beach, CA
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Foiled again! |
Source: Bart Hess 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 - 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 FOR IMMEDIATE SALE - ENCINO CALIFORNIA
Due to illness, long established routine practice in busy centrally located shopping center with 3 well equipped treatment rooms. This is a good turnkey opportunity that is PRICED RIGHT Reply to: FOOTDOC1@AOL.COM
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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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE AND FACULTY POSITIONS, AND FELLOWSHIPS |
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 - 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
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.
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 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.
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 - COASTAL SOUTH CAROLINA
Podiatry group in the coastal South Carolina region is seeking a full-time, well-trained Doctor of Podiatric Medicine. We are a high volume, six office/seven physician practice. This position will cover the entire gamut of the foot. From comprehensive patient examination to the surgical and non-surgical management of foot and ankle conditions. Partnership track available. Generous base salary + bonus. Full benefits package provided. Candidate must be ABFAS eligible or certified marketing@coastalpodiatry.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SW FLORIDA
Full time/Part time associate wanted in a multi-faceted practice! Located in Beautiful SW Florida, with offices in Fort Myers and Naples and hospital affiliations throughout. We are looking for BQ/BC doctor to become a part of our family (Buy in Potential) and continue to grow with us. If you are caring, interpersonal and motivated individual with a “patient first” mentality, then please contact us at footdocswfl@gmail.com.
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
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