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September 10, 2013 #4,865 Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD

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VA Podiatrists Underwriting Orthotics for Local First Responders

Charlottesville police Lt. Tom McKean walked on the same pair of orthotic inserts for almost 20 years. Knowing it could cost as much as $500 to replace them, he kept using them. He knew they’d need to be replaced eventually. Thanks to a new program coordinated by the Charlottesville Police Foundation, McKean recently got a new pair for much less than he would typically pay. Richey & Co. Shoes and 10 participating podiatrists are taking the brunt of the cost, charging police officers, firefighters, and EMS workers only $75 for their orthotics.

Dr. Bryan Snyder

Dr. Bryan Snyder, a podiatrist at Albemarle Family Foot and Ankle, said the amount of time police and firefighters spend on their feet participating in strenuous activities generally means more of them need orthotics. Snyder said the inserts can be used to correct current problems and to prevent future ones. Snyder said he and fellow podiatrists in the area were happy to reach out and offer the orthotics at reduced costs. “It’s a way to say thank you,” he said.

Source: Liana Bayne, Daily Progress [9/8/13]

LA Podiatrist Leads Sock Collection Drive

At the beginning of 2013, Dr. Erin Mathews, a podiatrist at NOLA Podiatry Group, established a goal of gathering and distributing "Socks for the Sockless." It started out as a small effort among her patients, and it rapidly grew into an overwhelming success, much in part to her hometown community and alma mater A.M. Barbe High School. A total of 6,239 pairs of socks were donated. 2,500 pairs of ankle crew socks were sent overseas as part of care packages to our military. The remaining socks were recently distributed to men, women, and children at the St. Jude Community Health Fair held at the New Orleans Treme Center.

Dr. Erin Mathews

"It is very rewarding to know that such a small inexpensive item can make a real difference in the lives of others," says Dr. Mathews. She did not realize that so many children were without school socks and relates she will focus her future collection efforts on them.

UK Podiatrist to Climb Mount Mt. Kilimanjaro

In just one week’s time, Horsham based podiatrist Kathryn Tyler will swap spending her days examining and treating the feet of patients in her busy Clockhouse podiatry practice, and will instead be using her own feet to climb the highest freestanding mountain in the world, Kilimanjaro.

Kathryn Tyler

The trip in total will last 11 days, with 7 of those on the mountain itself; the rest is spent visiting local schools and projects supported by the Village Education Project Kilimanjaro (VEPK), who over the last 20 years have achieved remarkable results in enabling local children to receive a proper education, and also providing vocational training for young adults to help them develop the skills necessary to earn a decent living wage.

Source: West Sussex County Times [9/9/13]

Bret Ribotsky: If the number of surgery cases is not the real problem for residency genesis, what is?

Gregg Young: The real limitation to residency genesis is not number of cases, but the number of residency educators.

Dr. Gregg Young

Bret Ribotsky: So the real solution is to have podiatry incorporated within medical education/university centers that train other resident specialties, or our profession needs to set up “training orientations.”  

Gregg Young: That would be one solution.

Dr. Richard Willner

Meet the Masters returns this Tuesday night with guest Dr. Richard Willner, nationally known peer review expert. You can register for this event by clicking here

RE: Gangrene S/P Cast Complication
From: Ron Raducanu, DPM

Your idea of HBO is an excellent one. A vascular consult is highly recommended, if for nothing else than to have another name in the records, but more importantly to assess the level of potential outcomes. I think this young man/woman has a great chance of recovery. Young arteries and patients are extraordinarily resilient. Very interesting case. Please keep us posted on the outcomes. Serial photos would be amazing!

Ron Raducanu, DPM, Philadelphia, PA, kidsfeet@gmail.com

RE: Gangrene S/P Cast Complication
From: Wm. Barry Turner, BSN, DPM

It may already be too late, but I would try to instigate the use of oral and topical vasodilators. Using HBOT is a great idea, but keep in mind that O2 is a vasoconstrictor. The blood fluid will be richer in oxygen. If you couple the oxygen therapy with a vasodilator, you will see a much quicker and maximized response. I do not like the response quoted from the ortho doctor. I hope his licensing organization is aware of his callous concern for this patient. Topically, I would rub in 1/2 inch of nitroglycerin pasted to the affected foot's arch, tid. Hold for SBP under 100mm. Discuss  with the patient's PMD about using oral medication, like Procardia.
 
My question to the patient's parent, "how did the child tolerate the significant pain that would accompany this travesty?"
 
Wm. Barry Turner, BSN, DPM, Royston, GA, claret32853@ymail.com

RE: Gangrene S/P Cast Complication
From: Khurram Khan, DPM

What type of procedure was performed? Is it a possible compartment syndrome after the surgery? Sickle cell? Vasculitis? All these need to be worked up.
 
1- Given the proximal aspect of the incision site, refer the patient to vascular to assess the PT artery - it may have been injured in the surgery both at the ankle and its branches in the midfoot.
2- PT nerve block for sympathetic blockade.
3- Nitro paste/patch for vasodilation in the area.
4 - Warm compress behind the knee.
5 - An anecdotal suggestion would be to use Metanx to help NO production.

Khurram Khan, DPM, NY, NY, khankhurram@hotmail.com

RE: Podiatrists and Hospital Privileges (Barry A. Wertheimer, DPM)
From: Robert Scott Steinberg, DPM

With all due respect, Dr. Wertheimer, what problems are you talking about that need fixing by podiatric med-mal insurance companies? The only problems I see today are those caused by CPME, AACPM, and APMA. They allowed new schools to open and they knew or should have known that there would not be enough residencies.

Dr. Wertheimer, your voice seems to be more for division of our profession instead of unification. We don't need that.

Robert Scott Steinberg, DPM, Schaumburg, IL, doc@FootSportsDoc.com

RE: Unmatched Residency Placements Currently Stand at 80 (Robert Bijak, DPM)
From: Ron Raducanu, DPM

We ARE the foot and ankle experts. No medical profession comes close to the level of what we learn and can do within the foot and ankle - medically or surgically. Our training is far superior in the management of the lower extremity than that of any other medical professional - again, both medically and surgically. If one chooses not to be a surgical practitioner, there is plenty of pathology and plenty of feet to go around.

Questioning the above is what's wrong with podiatry. There is no question, only a failure to realize who and what we are, and what it is we can do with our training.

Ron Raducanu, DPM, Philadelphia, PA, kidsfeet@gmail.com

RE: NY Podiatrist Roughed Up by Former Boyfriend
From: Jennifer Barlow, DPM

I was shocked, dismayed, and offended to open my PM News last night to see the above headline, and pictured below Dr. Emily Splichal. I can't imagine what reason PM News would have for publishing this. I realize you were only quoting another news source, but it was a sensationalist piece, describing her as "a stilleto loving guru", "Dr. Legs", and "midriff baring" in her "glamour shot." It appears to me from the article Dr. Splichal has apparently already been through more than enough without publishing this for all of her colleagues to see. Why the original news source singled her out in the first place, when there are countless women who are victims of domestic violence every day, is beyond me as well. Please show Dr. Splichal, who is a smart, progressive podiatrist, and in my opinion, a new pioneer in our field, some respect, and respect her privacy as well.

Jennifer Barlow, DPM, Berkeley, CA, jenbarlow36@yahoo.com

RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day

Perfect for Turkey Day?

PRACTICE FOR SALE - MIAMI, FL

Established Medicare base, no HMO's with tremendous room for growth. 30 year practice, current doctor relocating. Office renovated and fully equipped with digital x-ray. Ready for new practitioner or group to take over. Perfect satellite, 2nd office or great for new grad looking to start out. dpmoffice10@gmail.com

PRACTICE FOR SALE - CONNECTICUT

Well-established, 35-year-old reputable practice/condo with approx 2,500 Square ft. Grossing approximately $450,000. Outside Hartford area. All phases of podiatry. Contact drsch52@hotmail.com

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE – USED PINPOINTE LASER

Used Pinpointe Laser for Sale! $19,500 Firm. Please call 202-255-6236 or email cosmedresources@verizon.net

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - DIOWAVE 15 WATT, PORTABLE 980 LASER

This is a used multiple function laser, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, joint pain. nerve pain, post surgical, warts, toenail  problems, two-year plus warranty, MSRP: $25,000. E mail Dr. Zuckerman at: footcare@comcast.net for questions and pricing.

ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - CHICAGO

Chicago practice has 2 part-time house calls positions available. You'll make at least $3,000 per months working your own hours. Full logistical support provided. Great moonlighting  opportunity for 2nd and 3rd year residents -IL license required; we'll provide malpractice insurance . Contact dpms2@hotmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA

Looking for reliable, honest, and motivated podiatrists to join our group to assist with house calls to patient’s home residences and  group facilities. Candidate must be willing to drive throughout the San Fernando Valley and the greater Los Angeles area. Part/Full time, flexible hours, independence, great compensation! Please email resume to: homefootcare@hotmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - PLAINFIELD, IL

Associate wanted for established practice in the suburbs of Chicago, self motivated and patient oriented a must. We will provide you with a state of the art facility, experienced support staff, $100,000+ salary, 401K with match, bonus and flexible hours. Please forward cover letter and CV to chrisbaileydpm@sbcglobal.net or fax 815-230-4925. 

PODIATRIST WANTED - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Podiatrist for practice in long-term care facilities. Facilities include Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living and Board and Care homes.  Professionally managed. Email interest and CV to: ZbubblesZ@aol.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE - MANHATTAN 

Excellent opportunity to join a Midtown Park Ave practice. Surgery only. You need to do forefoot surgery well. Must be ABPS board qualified or certified. CV to mailto:nealblitz@yahoo.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTHWEST IOWA

A well-established, Midwest multi-physician practice with strong hospital affiliations seeking FT podiatrist. Applicant should be well trained surgical physician, completed a 12/24 month residency, & board eligible. Practice offers high surgical volume, advanced wound care and good mix of general podiatry. Competitive salary, excellent benefits. Fax resume: 712-258-9977.

PODIATRIST WANTED - MN

We are seeking highly motivated, experienced and enthusiastic associate’s to join our successful, well-established practice, we currently have 6 locations and plans to add more, throughout Minnesota. The practice incorporates surgery, wound care, sports medicine and general podiatry. This opportunity offers an excellent salary, bonus and % commission with benefits, also an opportunity to become an associate down the road. PPMR/PSR required. Email CV to kpepple@midwestpodiatrycenters.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - FLORIDA

Great opportunity for PSR- 24/36 BE/BC podiatrist with strong surgical skills to join multi-office practice. Hospital privileges available at 648 bed hospital system, 200 bed hospital system and multiple surgical centers. Florida has a great scope of practice law and we rotate for ER call at all 4 hospitals. Candidate needs to be ethical and motivated. Established practitioner or new practitioner OK. Base salary, percentage, benefits including 401K. Fax CV to (239)566-8778 or Email CV to Drgordon@gulfcoastfootcare.com.

ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Very busy, two location group practice seeking a full-time, self motivated and hard working podiatry associate. Competitive salary and benefits are offered. Please email CV to: footcare4all@aol.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL FLORIDA

Associate position for busy practice in Central Florida. Competitive salary with complete benefit package available. Please send resume to cmedders@atlanticpodiatry.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - MARYLAND/SUBURBAN DC

Busy 3 doctor practice seeking highly motivated, hard working associate. PSR 24/36 trained with opportunity for partnership.  Hospital privileges, ER call, in office ASC, etc. Will consider residents completing their program to begin work July 1, 2014 or sooner. E-mail CV to mlmltm@aol.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTHWEST, FL

R U a SuperStar? PM&S36 or PSR24. Comfort W Recon surgery. Hardworking w/o Ego. Excellent salary, benefits, chance at partnership. ABPS BC/BQ required RRA. Send CV, recommendations, and why you are a superstar. email: mny1029@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - LONG BEACH, CA

Immediate opening available for a DPM with 2 or 3 year residency . Prefer some work experience, but with the right qualifications and can-do attitude, will consider newly out of residency. Full-time needed, must be willing to work hard and provide excellent care. We have a very fast paced, busy practice and lots of great patients. Please send your resume/c.v. and a brief note citing what you are looking for in your career to: Mil2RN@gmail.com.

ASSOCIATE POSITION - ARIZONA

Immediate opening for a full time podiatrist in a rapidly expanding multi-office practice in the suburbs of Phoenix, Arizona. Compensation is performance based with patients scheduled from day 1 but must be entrepreneurial and an ambitious individual who can provide excellent care and expand already existing patient base. Should be familiar and competent in podiatric surgery, biomechanics, trauma, PRP, wound care, and ultrasound diagnostics. Send CV to ArizonaFootAnkle@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - PENNSYLVANIA

Associate Wanted for busy, multifaceted podiatry practice in Chester and Delaware counties, Pennsylvania. Seeking PSR-24/36 trained podiatrist for full/part time associate position. Two offices and hospital privileges. Send CV and letter to: 123bunion@gmail.com

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