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September 14, 2007 #3,040 Editor-Barry Block, DPM, JD

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Proper Shoes and Socks Can Prevent Many Ailments CA Podiatrist

In two decades of practice as a Lodi podiatrist, Kevin Stroh has seen it all - corns and bunions, athlete's foot and nail fungus. Many foot ailments can be prevented, he said, by proper shoe and sock selection along with some simple hygiene tips.

There's no shortage of products designed to keep your feet dry, but applying regular antiperspirant to them is a good way to prevent too much sweat, Stroh said. Other methods include powdering the foot or applying sprays inside the shoe.

Before you slip back into your fall shoes, consider your wardrobe and throw out anything that seems too worn to provide adequate support. "The shoe has to be comfortable when you buy it," Stroh said. "Don't think you're going to break it in and make it comfortable."

Source: Sara Cardin ,The Record [9/11/07]

Levy Speaks on Bioterrorism on 9/11

On September 11th, Dr. Leonard Levy, director of the Center for Bioterrorism and All-Hazards Preparedness at Nova Southeastern University, spoke on bioterrorism and all-hazards preparedness as part of a series of mini-seminars hosted by the Office of Continuing Medical Education at Barry University’s School of Podiatric Medicine.

Dr. Leonard Levy

Dr. Levy said that although podiatric medicine was often overlooked in discussions of bioterrorism and preparedness, its wide diagnostic scope made it one of the most relevant disciplines in terms of responding quickly and thoroughly to a terrorist attack or natural disaster. The seminar was the first in a series of three-credit mini-seminars scheduled throughout the fall on Barry’s Miami Shores campus.

OneBeacon Insurance to Offer Podiatric Malpractice Program

OneBeacon Insurance Group has announced that its OneBeacon Professional Partners business will begin offering medical malpractice coverage tailored for podiatric physicians. The product will be offered on an excess and surplus basis, with limits available up to $1 million/$3 million.

The product will be offered exclusively through Fox Point Programs, an affiliate of Rockwood Programs, Inc. Matt Dolan, president of OneBeacon Professional Partners said, "We are very excited about expanding our medical malpractice capabilities to podiatrists. By partnering with Fox Point Programs, a liability insurance protection specialist, we gain expertise and leverage their proven experience with the podiatric physicians' community."

Source: PR Newswire [9/12/07]

Query: ESWT for Neuromas

I would like to know if anyone is using the Dornier Epos Ultra device for the treatment of neuromas. If so, I would appreciate the exact protocol being used.

David Zuckerman, DPM, Woodbury, NJ

Query: Regal Medical Group

I received an application to join Regal Medical Group here is southern California. They claim to have commercial and senior plans for Aetna, Blue Cross, Pacificare, Scan etc. Does anyone have any experience with them?

P. Benjamin Nikravesh, DPM, Los Angeles, CA

RE: Low Insurance Payments
From: Mark Levine, DPM

Why do we take these plans? After fighting with HIP insurance of NY to get paid for a bunion I did in November 2006, I was finally told that the claim was processed properly in July 2007 and according to the "EMed" podiatry contract, I'll be paid in JANUARY 2008!I've been dealing with the low fees the HIP and other plans pay and I really had enough. It just doesn't pay to see patients when we lose money. We all complain about politics and we re-elect the same losers and in the same vein we complain about insurance plans and we continue to take them.

It's out own fault and we need to drop out, NOW. Insurance companies won't significantly raise our fees no matter how much we yell. They have us where they want us and drop fees consistently only "because they can" and we let them. After 27 years in practice, I've had enough and seen enough and will start dropping these plans. If we as a profession don't become pro-active in areas where this is endemic, it just won't pay to be a podiatrist anymore. The APMA can't help us, we can only help ourselves by saying no more.

Mark Levine, DPM, Middle Village, NY, MarkLevineDPM@verizon.net

ASSOCIATE WANTED – NEW YORK IMMEDIATE OPENING

Busy multi-dimensional practice; 70 miles north of New York City. Currently five (5)-doctor practice. looking to expand – all phases of podiatric medicine. contact: (845) 454-8308 EXT: 106

ASSOCIATE POSITION (NON-SURGICAL) HOUSTON, TX

Full time non-surgical podiatrist needed for the Harris County Hospital Clinics. A Baylor College of Medicine staffing will be obtained. Competitive salary and benefits. Fax CV to G. Lepow 713 790-9320 or email CV to lepowft@cs.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION – MISSOURI

Due to growth, we will have a position available about February or March for an experienced podiatrist. Should have significant cases toward board certification or be board certified. Partnership available. Missouridpm@yahoo.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - WISCONSIN

Our group practice is seeking caring DPM's for FT & PT opportunities available in the Eau Claire, Wausau, and Stevens Point regions. We offer an excellent compensation package and a family-friendly flexible schedule. Please fax or email resume to (920) 468-1235 or caringwi@healthdrive.com, or please call Dianna DeMond at (920) 366-6762.

ASSOCIATE POSITION- NORTH LOS ANGELES COUNTY

Full scope of podiatry. Requires usual skills in surgery, medicine and biomechanics. Must be self-starter and highly motivated. Two full days per week. May soon increase to three days per week. All billing and administrative aspects handled by staff. Can practice autonomously. footguy1@pacbell.net

ASSOCIATE POSITION - LOUISIANA

2-location (Baton Rouge / Villa Platte) Louisiana practice has an immediate opening for an associate with option to buy, written into the contract. Earn, learn and buy! We won't let you fail. Great pay with benefit package. Send CV to American Doctor Sales, fax 614-918-3001

NY/NJ METRO PRACTICE FOR SALE

Sellers motivated! Contact American Doctor Sales 614-918-3000 or email sell_my_practice@yahoo.com 10-year financing available with working capital loans - we can get'r'done!!!

PODIATRISTS NEEDED - CHICAGO --NORTHWEST INDIANA

Home Physicians, a medical group specializing in house calls is looking to hire podiatrists. We are located in Chicago and Northwest Indiana. Full and part time positions are available. Competitive Compensation including malpractice. Contact Scott Schneider. Phone-773-292-4800. Fax 773-342-4201 -E-Mail sschneider@homephysicians.com -- www.homephysicians.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO

Immediate opening for PSR 24/36 individual in three office practice. We are looking for an ethical, hard working, well trained Podiatrist. Partnership available. Please Fax CV to sfpodiatry@aol.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION – LOUISVILLE, KY

Immediate opening for multi-office podiatric practice specializing in general podiatry, high volume orthotics, surgery, and advanced wound care. Looking for a motivated, surgically trained podiatrist. Partnership opportunity. Competitive starting salary, benefits, and pension. Please submit: CV, letter of intent and references to: jbroyles23@yahoo.com

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