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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,520 Subscribers Daily
September 14, 2019 #6,505  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 Chad Friedman, DPM of Atlanta, GA... winner of last week's prize a La Crosse WiFi Projection Alarm Clock. 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 2020 issue of Podiatry Management. It also makes you eligible to win thousands of dollars worth 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 |
This week's prize is a $100 Macy's gift card. To begin survey, click here.
***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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| IN YOUR MAILBOX SOON | |
We've just mailed the September 2019 issue of Podiatry Management. This is our special biomechanics issue. In addition, you'll find our usual assortment of features, including a CPME-approved CME.
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September 2019 Podiatry Management |
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| REMEMBERING 9/11 | |
NY Podiatrists Participate in 911 Calling Of The Names Ceremony
On the Anniversary of the September 11th attacks, volunteers from the 2001-2002 St. Paul’s Chapel World Trade Center Relief Ministry created the first Calling Of The Names Ceremony. Their intention: to honor all deceased 9/11 Rescue and Recovery Workers and Volunteers by having a ceremony similar to the National September 11 Memorial & Museum’s annual ceremony. They felt it meaningful to do so on the anniversary itself, and at St. Paul’s Chapel where many responders found respite.
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Drs. Arthur Gudeon and Kathy Reilly Fallon |
Drs. Arthur Gudeon, Kathy Reilly Fallon, and Wilma Hunt-Watts served as volunteers at St. Paul’s Chapel following the attacks at the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. They rendered foot, ankle, and wound care to the NYPD, NYFD, Iron/Steel workers, recovery workers. They were honored to recite the names at the “4th Annual Calling Of The Names Ceremony” on Wednesday, September 11, 2019. They recited the names of the deceased 9-11 responders at St. Paul's Chapel in NYC.
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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 | |
Improve Your Patient Communications - Part 6
Here are some strategies to help you refocus and enhance your patient interactions:
6. Show empathy - Engaging with a patient means making a connection, first and foremost, as a person who is hearing the issue from someone else’s perspective. Empathy requires listening intently and focusing on the patient to understand their experience, particularly when feelings or emotions are expressed. Empathy provides the patient with validation of their experience and communicates, “I see you, I hear you, I understand you and I accept you.”
Empathy also saves time. It’s estimated that patients provide numerous clues about their concerns during conversations with physicians. When physicians miss those clues, patients tend to repeat themselves until they feel they have received the appropriate response.
Source: Rohit Uppal, Physicians Practice [8/29/19]
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: General Solo Practice Overhead
I’m writing to see if there is any current information published discussing average solo podiatry practice overhead that is stratified and broken down into categories such as DME, etc.?
Mark Gerig, DPM, Amarillo, TX
Editor's comment: You can obtain a wealth of information on expenses by reading PM's current Practice Management Survey. While it doesn't break down expenses by type of practice, the overall survey indicates that the overhead in a solo practice will be greater than in a group practice.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
From: William Scherer, DPM, MS
Assuming patient specimen tracking is not part of your EMR system, the most basic, easiest to configure, and least expensive programs for tracking laboratory and biopsy specimens is a spreadsheet such as Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, LibreOffice, Calc, and Apple Numbers.
William Scherer, DPM, MS, Delray Beach, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
RE: Welcome to the Future of Podiatry
From: Joseph Borreggine, DPM
Who needs a podiatrist when you can just buy a pair of custom orthotics on your own? Soon not one insurance will pay for orthotics, but what does it matter anyway? A new class of DPMs are now entering the profession with the mindset that they are only “foot and ankle” surgeons.
They opine that general podiatry is truly passe’and is beneath the DPM degree. All the time and money invested in their degree that was earned along with the required 3-year surgical residency is far beyond the...
Editor's note: Dr. Borreggine's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 3A | |
From: Steven Kravitz, DPM
Dr. Udell’s commentary on the original article from Dr. Levy is right on target. Dr. Allen Jacobs is a major proponent of podiatrists as true physicians, practicing as expert specialists in foot and ankle medicine. In that regard, my commentary and suggestions on the topic are as follows.
Blood pressure measurement should be standard at all, if not most office visits. Informational pamphlets from other medical societies describing different pathology that affects foot and ankle provides information to patients and the ability for the podiatrist to make appropriate referrals. A yearly annual history and physical exam should be taken to update records and follow up on patient standard health. This leads to referral to appropriate colleagues, provides better patient care, decreases patient morbidity, and increases your visibility in the medical community.
All of this reflects good quality practice and the very best method to build a stable practice in your medical community.
Steven Kravitz, DPM, Pfafftown, NC
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 3B | |
From: Leonard A. Levy, DPM, MPH
Dr. Udell further emphasizes the potential role of podiatric physicians in primary care . The way that those in the profession practice, and the kind of patients they see not only makes this obvious, but contemporary podiatric medical education produces DPMs who are also educated, trained, and qualified to serve in that role compounded by the rapidly growing shortage of primary care physicians. These are only a few of the factors that make it virtually an obligation for podiatric physicians to be part of the team that can fill this major gap in healthcare.
Leonard A. Levy, DPM, MPH, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
Not only is New York Met Pete Alonso the National League record holder for most home runs by a rookie in a season, but the slugger has also shown tremendous leadership and awareness.
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NY Mets' tribute to the victims of 9/11 |
Alonso organized an effort for his team to wear custom cleats for their game on 9/11 to commemorate the tragic day. His effort included getting all of his teammates’ cleat sizes. He also paid for them.
Source: Larry Brown Sports [9/12/19]
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - BERGEN COUNTY, NJ
Part-time podiatric physician needed in the Bergen County NJ area. Must have NJ license and be a Medicare provider. Must have reliable transportation to travel from office to facilities. Email Myfootdoctor2@aol.com also Podiatry X-ray Unit for sale, best offer.
EMPLOYMENT/INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR - FL
Mobile podiatrist wanted to cover long-term care facilities throughout Florida. Travel is required however we do offer Flexible schedule, flexible hours, no call. Office days available if candidate wishes to keep that aspect of practice. Full-time preferred but part time will certainly be considered. Looking for a personable and dependable doctor to join our team. Very competitive salary with benefits and buy-in options. We are not a big corporation and want a doctor who will grow with us. Contact: DrGatCare@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MANHATTAN
Part time position: Well-established Park Avenue podiatric practice seeks associate for office coverage Mondays and Wednesdays. All aspects of podiatry including diagnostic ultrasound, lasers, fluoroscopy and digital x-ray along with office-based procedures. Excellent opportunity for ethical, energetic and skilled individual. Please send CV to Healthyfeetny@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – LOS ANGELES, CA
Multi-specialty wound care and reconstructive surgery group hiring podiatrists to our growing family. Our practice treats wounds within inpatient and outpatient settings. Opportunity for general podiatry cases in brand new surgery center. Benefits include health insurance, 401k plan, and paid vacation time. $140k salary plus bonus . E-mail woundcaredocs@gmail.com with CV
ASSOCIATE POSITION - S. E. PENNSYLVANIA
Seeking full time associate for growing, multifaceted practice in SE Pennsylvania. Must be ABPS Qualified/Certified, motivated, personable, compassionate and dedicated. Competitive salary + bonus. Forward CVs to podmedsurg@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST FL
Immediate Position. Associate for busy practice. ABFAS or ABPM BC or BQ. Great interpersonal skills and willingness to work as a team a must. EMR, dig x-rays, Ultrasound, DME. Base salary, bonus, health, 401K, etc. DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
MOBILE PODIATRIST NEEDED - NEW JERSEY
Well-established and fast growing House-call podiatry practice (www.homefootcareservices.com) is looking for Full-Time or Part time podiatrist (at least 2 weekdays) to provide services to home-bound patients in New Jersey. Full-time position salary 100K+ bonuses, paid time off, gas/health insurance/car/malpractice compensation and administrative support . Lana.Raginsky@homefootcareservices.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - MINNESOTA AND PENNSYLVANIA
Rapidly expanding company serving Skilled Nursing Facilities, Nursing Homes, and Assisted Living Centers is looking for doctors for full or part time positions. Openings include, but are not limited to, Minnesota and Eastern Pennsylvania. Positions available immediately. Send inquiries and CV to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – DAYTON, OHIO
Established practice seeks full-time ABFAS or ABPM cert or qual. Podiatrist for our growing practice. Ideal candidate possesses strong clinical and surgical skills. Must be willing to merge into an already established protocol-based office. State-of-the-art facilities and equipment. Hospital privileges, No nursing homes, base $120,000 and generous bonuses. Benefits include medical insurance, disability insurance, paid vacation and holidays, paid CME and malpractice. Please send C/V to DPMOhio@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE/WORK TO OWN POSITION - NEW JERSEY
Doctor needed for busy growing practice in south Jersey. Multiple locations with interdisciplinary work. Facets include private practice, government contracts, DME, and both surgical and conservative care. ABPS qualification or certification necessary. Competitive package starting at $125k and a great opportunity to join a growing successful team. Partnership/ownership available. Must have or obtain an active NJ license. Please send cv to hhfootdoc@gmail.com
PODIATRY POSITION – BROOKLYN
Well rounded podiatrist needed for private office, competent in all aspects of podiatry including surgery. Competitive rates, negotiable. Please email resume to contactus@starrettpodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WESTERN PA
Seeking an immediate full-time BQ/BC associate to help grow a multi-office practice in Western PA. Must be competent in conservative/surgical treatments of the foot and ankle, along with wound care. Competitive salary with benefits (health insurance, mal-practice, CME, 401k, state licensing) offered. Email CV to carrie@knlmedical.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SAN ANTONIO, TX
Dynamic, growth-oriented, established practice seeks full-time ABFAS certified or qualified Podiatrist to join well respected eight doctor group in San Antonio, TX, a growing city with a small-town feel. Candidate must possess strong surgical and clinical skills and must practice EBM and follow established clinical protocols. State-of-the-art facilities, including MRI, ultrasound and EPAT. Compensation includes $115,000 base with bonus structure, malpractice, CME, PTO, health insurance, 401k. Please send CV to: credentialing@sapodiatry.com.
MOBILE PODIATRIST NEEDED - SAN DIEGO AREA
Fast growing house call practice is looking for a podiatrist to see patients in their homes or an assisted living facility. We offer a flexible schedule (Part-Time /Full time), excellent monthly compensation, dedicated support staff. If interested, please email CV to: barefeetpodiatry1@gmail.com Our website: https://barefeet-podiatry.com
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