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September 16, 2011 #4,261 Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD

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Two Podiatrists Named to Texas State Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners

Gov. Rick Perry has named Dr. Travis Motley of Colleyville chair of the Texas State Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners, and has appointed Dr. Brian Carpenter of Bridgeport to the Board. The Board is responsible for licensing podiatric physicians and regulating podiatric medicine in Texas. Both positions expire July 10, 2017.

Drs. Travis Motley and Brian Carpenter

Motley is a podiatrist and assistant professor in the University of North Texas Health Science Center Department of Orthopedics. He is a member of the American and Texas Podiatric Medical associations, a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, and a volunteer with Niños de la Frontera. He is also chair of the John Peter Smith Hospital's Operating Room Operations Committee, and a past member of the Medical Practice and Orthopedic Department Research committees.

Carpenter is a podiatrist at Wise Orthopaedics. He is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, and American Board of Podiatric Surgery. He is an executive member of the Texas Podiatric Medical Association, chair of the Texas Podiatric Medical Association Podiatry College Council, and a board member of the Texas Podiatric Medical Foundation. He also is a board member of the Bridgeport Independent School District and a volunteer with Niños de la Frontera.

Source: The Cypress Times [9/15/11]

Podiatric Medicine Students Celebrate Annual Rite of Passage

Barry University’s School of Podiatric Medicine celebrated its annual Rite of Passage ceremony alongside family and friends as the 55 member class of 2013 received their white coats this month. The event marks the completion of their classroom studies and beginning of their clinical rotations. 

Class of 2013 Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine taking student oath (Photo Muchael Murphy).

Class of 2013 podiatric medicine students Kristen Patterson, Sarah Haller and Thomas Wilson were each awarded three newly established scholarships for their hard work and dedication. Patterson, past president of the Barry podo-pediatric club, is the winner of the Dr. Sean Liffiton Memorial Scholarship. Patterson, who helped organize the Memorial Golf Tournament for the scholarship was awarded $2,000 which will be credited to her tuition costs. She was selected by Barry faculty based upon her interest in podiatric sports medicine. The late Liffiton was a member of the class of 1993 and served as team podiatrist for the Florida Panthers hockey team.

3 Podiatrists Perform with World Doctors Orchestra in Charity Event

Podiatrists Richard Gosnay, DPM (CT), Nichol Salvo, DPM (OH) and Jeff Yung, DPM (MI) performed with the World Doctors Orchestra in Washington D.C. on September 11, 2011. The performance took place at the Music Center at Strathmore and was performed with the National Philharmonic Chorale. The program included Barber's Adagio for Strings, Mozart's Violin Concerto No. 5 in A major, and closed with Mahler's Symphony No. 2 in C minor "Resurrection." 

(L-R) Drs. Richard Gosnay, Nichol Salvo, and Jeff Yung

The orchestra includes a total of over 500 physicians from 36 countries. The mission is to raise awareness that healthcare is a basic human right and a precondition for human development and productivity. This concert benefited Whitman-Walker Health, an organization that serves Washington's diverse urban community and has a special expertise in providing care for patients with HIV/AIDS.

UK Podiatrist Climbs Volcano for Charity

A podiatrist who lives near Pershore is putting his best foot forward to raise funds for charity. Jonathan Small sets off today on an ice-climbing trek across one of the highest active volcanos in the world. He’s climbing Cotopaxi in Ecuador to raise money for the Raynaud’s and Scleroderma Association in memory of his mother Pat Small, from Walsall, who died from the disease 16 years ago. 

Jonathan Small

Jonathan was all set for a similar challenge last year, but it was beset with problems. This year, an old injury threatened to scupper his plans, but after knee surgery in March, and lots of exercise ever since, Jonathan declared himself fit and well. The father of one has already raised nearly £4,000 and is keen to increase that total.

Source: Eversham Journal [9/15/11]

Antibiotic Ointments May Fuel Resistance and Spread of MRSA

Bacitracin and neomycin, two common ingredients in over-the-counter antibacterial ointments, may be selecting for a specific clone of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, according to a study published online September 14 in Emerging Infectious Diseases. There is an increasing worldwide prevalence of community-acquired methicillin-resistant S aureus (CA-MRSA), and one clone - MRSA USA300- appears to be spreading rapidly in the United States.

Community-acquired soft tissue infections are commonly treated using over-the-counter ointments known as triple-antibiotic ointments (TAOs), including Johnson & Johnson's Neosporin (polymyxin [PL] B sulfate, bacitracin, and neomycin) and Polysporin triple ointment (PL B sulfate, bacitracin, and gramicidin). The antibiotic components of these ointments are present in concentrations much higher than their minimum inhibitory concentrations (MICs). The study suggests that bacitracin and neomycin resistance in response to TAOs may be driving the spread of USA300 in the United States. In Japan, TAOs are not commonly used, and so there is little selective pressure for bacitracin and neomycin resistance.

Source: Jim King, Medscape Medical News [9/15/11]

BioMedix Appoints David Lerner as Chief Technology Officer

BioMedix™ has announced the appointment of David Lerner as Chief Technology Officer (CTO), where he will lead the company’s vision and strategy in technological development. In this role, Mr. Lerner will work with the BioMedix™ development and IT teams to build upon the company’s high standards for technological innovation .Lerner is an industry leader in the design of medical devices and software. As the VP of Engineering, and later CTO, at BioMedix™ from 1997 to 2002, Mr. Lerner’s work was key in helping to develop the company’s original product line, including the Portable Vascular Lab (PVL), which has evolved into one of the company's flagship products, PADnet™.

Mr. Lerner has held leadership positions at several successful medical technology organizations, has made significant contributions in product development, design, engineering, quality assurance, and holds several patents for device design. Mr. Lerner has served as Vice President of Engineering and Technology for both Image Sensing Systems, Inc. and Telex Communications, Inc.

Source: Pharmalive.com [9/14/11]

Capture What’s Going Right

Things really aren’t as bad as they seem. The problem is that most people remember negative events more than positive ones. That leads to reacting to difficult situations rather than approaching them in a calm and thoughtful manner.

Train yourself to find the value in any situation. Answer these questions:

•  “What’s working?” Instead of dwelling on what went wrong, think about the many things that went well. Example: You missed your flight to a CME seminar, but discovered you could take the courses on-line.
•  “How can I use this to my advantage?” That’s right: Make lemonade. Example: If a patient cancels an appointment with you at the last minute, how can you best use that unexpected available time?
•  “What went well today?” Make a daily practice of writing down three good things that happened, no matter how small. Soon you will become more attentive to the positive events in your life.

Source: Adapted from “How to Turn Around a Week From Hell—3 Tips,” Carla Rieger, Thank God It’s Wednesday! Via Communication Briefings

Query: CSC Paperless EMR

I'm curious to hear from any colleagues about their experiences using CSC Paperless EMR.
 
Dan Waldman, DPM, Asheville, NC

RE: Professional Attire (Carl Solomon, DPM)
From: Paul Busman, DPM, RN

Wearing scrubs outside the clinical setting defeats their whole purpose. The reason you wear scrubs in the OR is to prevent outside bacteria from entering the OR. If you wear them on the street, that benefit is gone. As Dr. Solomon noted, wearing those scrubs outside after surgery risks bringing infectious organisms outside.  For the OR, at least, keep scrubs where they belong.

If you're just wearing scrubs as a professional "costume" and for comfort in the office, this is less of an actual problem. Still, the public may see those scrubs and think of bloody surgery and be put off.

Paul Busman, DPM, RN, Clifton Park, NY, paul@busmanwhistles.com

RE: APMA Nixes MD/DO Referendum
From: Kevin Lam, DPM

In regard to the debate about MD/DO degree, I am proud to be a DPM, and yes we do have an identity crisis. I do believe that some of this identity crisis is brought on by ourselves. I had a hospital board member who is also my top referring doctor ask me how many years of school we do. I had an ER doctor friend ask if it was okay to call podiatry for Lisfrancs or calcaneal fractures.

MDs/DOs and the general public do not know what we really do. We should be spending the time and money on educating people about who we really are, the advancements in our education and training. If we keep on referring out the rearfoot/midfoot traumas or deformities to foot and ankle orthos instead of our fellow DPM's, what does that tell the MDs about us?

I can tell you what a local foot and ankle MD calls our DPMs who refer cases to him,...

Editor's note: Dr. Lam's extended-length letter can be read here.

RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day

The Ambivalent High Heel by Kobi Levi

Source: Submitted by Dr. Stuart Steinberg

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PRACTICE FOR SALE - NORTHERN NJ

Well established, part-time practice is for sale in Northern NJ. Digital X-rays, EMR, located in a medical condo building. Surgery 35%, Routine 30%, Average Gross is $130K on 2 half days per week. Priced for quick sale. Real estate available for purchase. Please call 800-983-4194, or e-mailcontactus@podiatrypracticeconsultants.com

PRACTICE FOR SALE - ARKANSAS

Busy, well established practice of 13 years grosses 160K/year for the past 5 years, while working 3.5 days/week. Nursing homes available. 50% Medicare, average of 15 new patients/week. Doctor retiring. Please call 800-983-4194 for more details, or e-mailcontactus@podiatrypracticeconsultants.com

PRACTICE FOR SALE - NORTH DALLAS, TX

Great opportunity; 26 year old solo practice, reasonably priced. General practice consisting of hospital surgery, office surgery, orthotics, children, adults, geriatrics. Turn-key office located in medical building inside Loop 635. Will consider owner finance with down-payment.dallasfootdr@yahoo.com

PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHERN OH

Busy, well-established, full-time home visit practice. 100% referral-based. Wound care, pain management, routine care & DME’s. Excellent income, low overhead. DPM relocating out-of-state for family. Contact: nanetter@zoomtown.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTH OF BOSTON

Seeking part-time podiatrist for both office and nursing home work. North Andover, MA (North of Boston) Could lead to possible partnership for the right person. jmclaughlin19@yahoo.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - EAST TENNESSEE

30 year old practice with 5 offices in greater Knoxville area seeking ethical, personable, hardworking, team player. Extremely competitive base salary with bonus incentives and benefits. Knoxville is consistently ranked in top 5 places in U.S. Post-residency experience a plus. Please send resume to ddavidphawk@yahoo.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - MANHATTAN

Experienced podiatrist wanted – Position available for per diem podiatrist (weekly and vacation coverage) in Park Avenue office. Seeking experienced, kind and well-trained podiatrist with out-of-network capability. Starting at $50/hour. Please fax CV to 212-889-6150.

ASSOCIATE POSITION - PORTLAND, OREGON

Busy office with good steady referral sources looking to expand. Areas of expertise wanted: wound care, surgery of all aspects, knowledge of running an office. Please come with good personality and hard work ethics. New main and satellite offices. mail: office.pfac@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - UPSTATE NEW YORK

Outstanding Opportunity. Our medical surgical group is recruiting a well-trained licensed podiatric physician. Located in Beautiful upstate NY. Full hospital privileges, as well as working with two residency programs. Must be highly motivated and great with patients. Opportunity for growth. Competitive salary and benefit package. Please send CV to associateinfoot@yahoo.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION – IOWA CITY AREA

ASSOCIATE  POSITION - LONG ISLAND, NY

Immediate Position Available for motivated individual in well established,  diverse office. South Shore of Long Island. New Graduates will be considered. Send CV to dsmith4177@gmail.com

FULL-TIME ASSOCIATE POSITION – NORTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA (LEHIGH VALLEY)

Well-established, rapidly growing practice with multiple offices. Motivated, ethical and personable with well-trained PSR-24/36. Modern office’s with complete EMR, digital radiography, diagnostic ultrasound, and laser. Competitive salary/benefits package with partnership opportunity. If interested please fax your CV, letter of intent and references to: 610-432-4887.

ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTH CENTRAL PA

Martin Foot and Ankle, largest provider of foot and ankle care in South Central Pennsylvania, is seeking a full-time associate interested in future partnership. Practice facilities and technologies include: Surgical Center, in-office Physical Therapy, six appointment locations, in-office MRI, digital x-ray, PSSD and PVR testing, diagnostic ultrasound, and Electronic Medical Records. We are looking to hire candidates with a minimum of a three-year surgical residency. Experience in rear foot and forefoot reconstruction, including complex nerve releases of the foot and leg, Charcot arthropathy, and arthrodesis is helpful. E-mail CV to mfatrans@aol.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - CANADA 

Beautiful Victoria, B.C. Canada on the ocean, fast growing area. Associate for multi-office full scope practice. Reply to dr.cole@shaw.ca

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