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Serving Over 17,488 Subscribers Daily
August 31, 2016 #5,742  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| ANNUAL SURVEY NOW ONLINE - WIN VALUABLE PRIZES |
Congratulations to Dr. Ronald Werter, winner of last week's prize, Sony Extra Bass Bluetooth Headphones (Value $100). 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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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS | |
NC Podiatrist Qualifies for Triathlon World Championship
Asked what led him to get involved in competing in triathlons, Dr. Matthew Thompson laughed and said, "There's something wrong with me." Based on his triathlon record, there's nothing wrong with him physically, at least. He has competed in a number of races and will be headed to the world championships in Australia next month. Thompson is a versatile individual. He's a podiatrist who practices in Lumberton and Fayetteville. He's also an accomplished painter, with some of his works appearing on the walls at the clinic where he works.
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Dr. Matthew Thompson (photo: Michelle Bir) |
Thompson competes in the 60-65 age group and said a good time for his class is under six hours for the half triathlon and under 14 for the full. He recently posted a personal best, fifth, in a half triathlon in Raleigh - his first time winning a trophy and earning a spot on the podium. He got an even bigger thrill when he learned that he had been qualified to compete in this year's world championships next month at Mooloolaba, Australia.
Source: Earl Vaughan Jr., Fayobserver [8/28/16]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
AZ Podiatrist Joins Apache Foot & Ankle Specialists
Dr. Lee Wittenberg and Apache Foot & Ankle Specialists have announced the arrival of Dr. Christina Hulsebos – Foot Doctor in Las Vegas to the team. A newly created web page details her credentials in education and experience. Dr. Hulsebos worked as an associate in a group practice in southern California following her residency and moved to Las Vegas in 2016.
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Dr. Christina Hulsebos |
Hulsebos attended the College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery at Rosalind Franklin University in Chicago. The new foot doctor in Las Vegas took her three-year podiatric residency at Loma Linda VA Hospital under the direction of Dr. Brian Mills.
Source: KFMB-TV [8/29/16]
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| PODIATRISTS AND DIABETES | |
UNLV Community Concert Band to Help Lions Task Force Against Diabetes
Proceeds from ticket sales for a November 9th University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) Community Concert Band performance in the 1,800-seat Ham Hall will help prevent low income diabetics in Nevada from losing their legs needlessly, according to Dr. Lawrence M. Rubin, the podiatrist director of the non-profit Lower Extremity Amputation Prevention (LEAP) Alliance Task Force Against Diabetes.
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Dr. Lawrence Rubin |
“Leg amputations can begin with a minor foot problem such as a thick toenail, a blister, or an inflamed corn,” says Rubin. These common foot ailments can cause pressure points that become open sores, and the sores can become severely infected and lead to eventual amputation. According to the American Podiatric Medical Association, up to 80% of these amputations can be prevented when diabetics are under the care of a podiatrist.
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Bret Ribotsky: Please share a few ideas that can be implemented to improve the foot surgery experience for patients?
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Dr. Ali Sadreich |
Ali Sadreih: I have tried to place the patient above everything else. I have written a post-op manual that I give to each surgical patient. I direct them to my website which has many videos that explain everything from what to do if your dressing gets wet, to what to expect pre- and post-surgery. All in all, I have tried to make the experience the best for the patient.
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Drs. Brian Fullem and Amox Saxena |
Meet the Masters is broadcast each Tuesday night at 9 PM (EST). This week's guests are sports podiatrists Drs. Brian Fullem and Amol Saxena. You can register for future events by clicking here
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Five Ways to Decrease Patient Wait Times
Practices should consider the following five tips to help improve patient wait times by operating more efficiently and increasing physician capacity:
1. Find a physician champion
The first step is to find a physician leader who wants to drive change and understands how patient access influences care quality and financial performance. Any scheduling or workflow change designed to improve efficiency or capacity is likely to receive a warmer reception from a clinical colleague aligned with the practice manager.
Source: Johanna Epstein, Physicians Practice [8/28/16]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) - PART 1A | |
From: Stephen Musser, DPM
I don't think a fusion is possible at this point. Perform an arthroplasty. Find out the manufacturer of the screw to have appropriate instrumentation for removal after using a reamer.
Stephen Musser, DPM, Cleveland, OH
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) - PART 1B | |
From: Andrew Levy, DPM
This case presents several unfortunate red flags to me as you go forward in your treatment choices. The 3 major red flags: 1) the patient is a smoker, 2) you indicate he stated the screw was stripped during surgery; how could he possibly know that? To me, that raises concerns of a litigious patient. 3) The surgery has left a wide gap at the IPJ.
If it was a fusion for trauma. There is a fair chance that the IPJ sesamoid ligament was torn from its insertion and is incarcerated in the IPJ. You stated that there is DF & PF with one grade of weakness. What are the goals of the surgery or treatment you want to accomplish?
Andrew Levy, DPM, Jupiter, FL
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RE: Charcot Check-Up (Karen Banks, DPM)
From: Robert D. Phillips, DPM
I realize that I do not have the same billing issues that most private practitioners do; however, I do face the same issues of Charcot joints that chronically break down into ulcers on the bottom of the foot. The big issue here is whether the treating physician can document what would happen if he lets the patient go longer than two weeks.
What happens if he lets the patient go 2.5 weeks or 3 weeks between visits? Are there pre-ulcerative changes in the keratoses? I have some Charcot joint patients who, if I don’t see them every 2-3 weeks, will come in with a new ulceration under the foot. This is documented. The fact that a callus can build up in 2 weeks time would necessitate debridement speaks greatly about the ineffectiveness of the shoes/orthotics that the patient is wearing.
One of the things that would help document the need for a check-up is a pedobarograph examination of the patient wearing the diabetic shoes/orthotics. Even with the best shoe/orthotic therapy, pathological forces cannot always be adequately alleviated to prevent callus and ulcer formation in the Charcot joint patient.
Robert D. Phillips, DPM, Orlando, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
From: Brian Lee, DPM
I was reading a post which highlighted Dr. Andrew Glass' "cutting edge procedure" for bunions. I realize this was a news story and not a post from Dr. Glass, so this comment is in no way directed towards him.
I just found the phrase, "cutting edge procedure" somewhat comical. I have been performing this procedure for 30 years with the same excellent results, and so have many other DPMs. But I can tell you, I have patients every week who had consulted other DPMs who wanted to perform a procedure that would keep them off their feet for anywhere from 3-8 weeks. People are looking for better options. Keep up the good work, Dr. Glass!
Brian Lee, DPM, Mt. Vernon, IL
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Worn by the Red Queen in Alice in Wonderland? |
Source: Danny Sullivan via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOVIATE POSITION - BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA
Experience associate for multi office practice Located in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia, Canada If interested and debt free, NO Obama Care here. Reply to Dr.cole@shaw.ca
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NORTH CAROLINA
New associate position available that can lead to partnership. We are a very busy practice providing care in both office and hospital settings. EHR, arterial vascular testing, and ESWT in the office. We are fully integrated in a large tertiary teaching hospital. We are located in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina. Research opportunities are available. Applicant should be ethical, personable, hard-working, and committed to quality and patient care. We are offering a competitive compensation package and a wide range of benefits. All interested candidates should send a CV to MFAS828@aol.com
2017 GRADUATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - LONG ISLAND
Expanding Long Island based, well rounded group practice seeks 2017 third and fourth year graduating residents or fellows to join our state-of-the-art practices. Our practices are affiliated with multiple hospital systems, surgical and wound care centers and a residency program. Requirements: Caring, ethical, board qualified/certified candidates with surgical training and leadership qualities who are willing to live/relocate to the Long Island, NY metro area. Email CV to: Drbrook@countryfootcare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - FLORIDA
KG Health Partners, Inc., a multispecialty group practice in Florida has two territory openings (Tampa and Lakeland) for a full time podiatric physician servicing skilled nursing, assisted and independent living facilities. Physicians must maintain an active Florida license. Physicians are provided a medical assistant, administrative support including scheduling and billing. Expenses including malpractice insurance, medical supplies, travel allowance, etc. are covered. Exceptional benefits include paid holidays, vacation, health insurance and 401K retirement plan with company match. First year six figure salary is guaranteed! Second year profit sharing. Most second year doctors earn $150,000 and up. Email CV to admin@KGHP.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION FULL-TIME – NEW JERSEY
Do you have 8 arms and 12 legs? Can you handle a challenge? Associate wanted for amazingly busy practice. Must be surgically trained but conservatively minded. The sky is the limit. Wonderful environment and great support team. Great pay with potential for expansion Bergen County, New Jersey. Please email CV to: jackienjfootandankle@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
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW YORK
Seeking motivated PMS-36 trained podiatric surgeon for full-time associateship in group with offices in Manhattan, Queens, LI, and and the Bronx. Offering competitive salary with room for growth. Surgical-based practice - special emphasis on trauma, reconstruction, rearfoot and ankle surgery. Please email resume to: nypodrecruit@gmail.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 - NEW JERSEY
Doctor needed in south Jersey for expanding practice. Multidisciplinary setting. Six figures. No weekends. Must be both conservative and surgically capable. ABFAS certified/qualified. jennberlin1@gmail.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE- FULL TIME/ PART TIME IN MISSOURI, COLORADO, AND OKLAHOMA
Opportunities are available to serve residents of long-term care facilities in Missouri, Colorado, and Oklahoma. High earning potential with superior benefits with Preferred Podiatry Group, P.C. for the right candidates. Contact ckestner@ppgpc.com for additional information.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CT (NORTH HAVEN AND FAIRFIELD)
Well-established and progressive offices, including EMR, digital x-ray, vascular and NCV studies, Pinpointe and CO2 lasers, diagnostic ultrasound and electrical stimulation therapy. You can expect a full schedule of patients the day you start, and a very competitive salary. For more info www.greatfootcare.com. Send resume to: Dr.Kassaris@yahoo.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 Cover letter, CV, Letter of references Email: cnunez1940@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Ready for a change? We have an immediate, full-time opening in our fast-paced, technologically driven, Sports Medicine Practice. If you’re looking for a collaborative team environment, free of politics, with an emphasis on work-life balance then we want to hear from you. Partnership track considered. No travel. No wound care. No Medicare. Candidate must have strong biomechanical and surgical background. Generous salary and benefits. Applications accepted online at www.fdfac.com/z/about-careers.html.
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
POSITION WANTED – ILLINOIS
Recent 2016 graduate seeking position in Illinois. From the Chicagoland area and hoping to stay in the area long-term. Looking to help the practice grow. Hard-working, motivated, personable, team-player, and honest. Well-trained in all aspects of podiatry with an interest in wound care. Please contact pmnewsad2016@gmail.com for information.
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PODIATRY EQUIPMENT FOR SALE
2-Midmark 647 Powder podiatry chair $4,250, 2-PDM chair $1000, 5-Midmark 417 $3000, 1-ultrasound $6000, 1-Mini C-arm $15,000, 2-X-cell x-ray $4000 OBO, 1-All Pro imaging scanner, 4- Exam room cabinets, 1-Ritter M9 Ultra autoclave $2500, 1-Sani Grinder $400, 4-Portable office desks, 8-Waiting room chairs, 1-Waiting room table, 5-Patient room chairs, 5-Ritter chairs, 1-Centrafuse Life Line Medical Life Spin 6T, 1-Sonoace Pico ultrasound with Sony printer (1yr old) $13,000 OBO. Contact docbernz@aol.com
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