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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,463 Subscribers Daily
September 26, 2016 #5,761  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| ANNUAL SURVEY NOW ONLINE - WIN VALUABLE PRIZES |
Congratulations to Dr. Jose Castiblanco winner of (2) ShoeZap Ultra Violet Shoe Sanitizers (value $120). 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. To begin survey, click here.
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This week's prize grand prize is a 4-Night Stay in the Pete Dye Gold Lodge in Casa De Campo Dominican Republic with resort cart* (value $1,050). *Taxes and service charges not included. This is also your final opportunity to vote for the next DPM and non-DPM inductees into the PM Podiatry Hall of Fame.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
TX Podiatrist and MD Venture Into the Mani-Pedi Business
NailMD is a joint venture by Richard Galperin, a doctor of podiatric medicine in Dallas' Oak Cliff neighborhood, and Dr. Maryam Raza, medical director of wound care & hyperbaric medicine at Methodist Dallas Medical Center. An unnoticed skin tear or a fungal infection lurking on the foot can lead to serious complications, the kind Raza and Galperin often treat, they explained while giving a tour of the spa, located adjacent to Galperin's office.
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They are delving into the mani-pedi business as a way to offer "hospital-grade infection prevention" to patients with diabetes, hepatitis, and other circulatory issues. It also encourages the early detection of diabetic foot wounds, a costly health issue. "This is my living, looking at these wounds ... and I don't want to see them," Raza said. "I want patients to take care of their feet. That's where the idea came from."
Source: Sabriya Rice, Dallas News [9/24/16]
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| PUBLISHED PODIATRISTS | |
FL Podiatrist Publishes Runner's Guide
Dr. Brian Fullem has just published a book titled The Runner's Guide to Healthy Feet and Ankles: Simple Steps to Prevent Injury and Run Stronger.
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Dr. Brian Fullem |
This book draws upon Fullem's over 30 years of competitive running experience along with 25 years as a podiatrist specializing in sports medicine. It features contributions from Drs. Matt Werd, Amol Saxena, and Rob Conenello.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
NJ Podiatrist Assists Homeless Veterans
Stand Down South Jersey is an annual event at the Cherry Hill Armory of the New Jersey National Guard where homeless and at-risk veterans received social and medical service. U.S. Marine Corp. veteran Don Morton of Camden was able to relax in a reclining chair at the armory. It was not just to rest his legs and feet. Podiatrist Dr. Karen Galli sat down and began examining his chronic foot problems — blisters, calluses, and other issues from too much walking. The doctor then tended to his needs, treating and cleaning Morton's feet. Podiatry, and other medical services were provided by or through the Philadelphia VA Medical Center.
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Dr. Karen Galli treats Marine veteran Don Morton |
Galli advised Morton that he needs regular foot care and should consult with his primary physician at the VA Clinic in Camden. "Usually, the underlying cause of foot problems in homeless veterans is diabetes, whose symptoms include ulcers and neuropathy. Sometimes they may step on a nail or glass, not feel it, and may end up losing their toes," the doctor explained.
Source: Carol Comegno, Vineland Daily Journal [9/24/16]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
Avoiding Hitting Kangaroos is a Challenge for Aussie Podiatrist
Rising kangaroo numbers aren’t limited to notorious hotspots in the state’s south, with farmers across the North West also hopping mad over the population boom. Lucy Shorter runs a podiatry practice in Moree and often travels local highways for appointments. Lately, she said she had come close to hitting several roos during most car trips.
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"It’s not a matter of if you’ll hit one; it’s a matter of when," Shorter said. She said the amount of kangaroos on her property was also making her nervous about planting pasture for stock feed this year.
Source: Amelia Williams, The Land
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| IN THE COURTS | |
TX Podiatrist's Suit Accuses Former Patient of Harrassment, Defamation
A North Harris County podiatrist sued a former patient he claims is stalking him. In a lawsuit filed Sept. 20 in the Harris County 157th District Court, Dr. Jason L. Armstrong explains that David Johnson’s alleged acts date back to when he treated the defendant at the Foot and Ankle Centers of North Houston from June 2010 to June 2012.
Armstrong said that he "reluctantly" gave an "upset and angry" Johnson his personal cell phone number after the latter demanded it in October 2011. Johnson abused his access to the plaintiff, the complaint says. Court papers show that Johnson called Armstrong three times a day, as well as sent up to 20 texts per day. Armstrong said that the texts were "extremely disruptive and distracting."
Source: John Suayan, SE Texas Record [9/23/16]
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| ORTHOTICS | |
High Price of Orthotics Means Declining Growth of the Market
The orthotic market is majorly categorized into custom and pre-fabricated foot insoles. Factors such as rise in the aging population, increase in the lifestyle associated disorders such as diabetes and obesity, increasing awareness about the foot orthotic insoles, and rise in disposable income are the factors responsible to drive the market of foot orthotic insoles. The high price of the foot orthotic insoles is known to decline the growth of the market.
Source: MedGadget [9/23/16]
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| HEALTHCARE NEWS | |
Most Physicians Report Low Morale, Burden from New Payment Models
A majority of physicians look negatively at their profession and are increasingly burdened by new reimbursement models, according to a new survey. The Physicians Foundation, a not-for-profit organization that supports research on the impact of the Affordable Care Act on physician groups, surveyed 17,236 physicians across the U.S. on a variety of issues related to their field.
The report highlighted low morale among a majority of physicians. Fifty-four percent of physicians rated their morale as somewhat negative or very negative and only 37% were positive about the future of their profession. This is a decrease, however, from 2012 when 68% of physicians described low morale when surveyed by the organization. Further, 49% of physicians reported always feeling burned out. The same percentage also said they wouldn't recommend medicine as a career to their children.
Maria Castellucci, Modern Healthcare [9/22/16]
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| QUERIES (EMR) | |
Query: Is Second EMR Back-up Required
My EMR company is offering a "cloud" with a built-in disaster recovery plan (back-up) necessary for HIPAA compliance. Their back-up uses another third-party (Microsoft) to implement this plan.
Question: To ensure HIPAA compliance, do I need a separate, independent company to do a "second" back-up in the event my EMR company closes their doors?
Joe Boylan, DPM, Ridgefield, NJ
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) | |
From: Dan Michaels, DPM, MS, James Koon, DPM
This is common, especially involving the 3rd toe. A flexor tenotomy on toe 3, left foot will correct this.
Dan Michaels, DPM, MS, Frederick, Hagerstown, MD
Asymptomatic? Here is your answer: Don’t do anything.
James Koon, DPM, Winter Haven, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
RE: CMS Emergency Preparedness Requirements Call - October 5
From: Joseph Borreggine, DPM
Wednesday, October 5 from 1:30 to 3 pm ET. To register or for more information, visit MLN Connects Event Registration. Space may be limited, register early.
The Emergency Preparedness Requirements final rule established national requirements for Medicare and Medicaid providers. During this call, we will discuss the new requirements and revisions in the final rule, as well as how to plan for both natural and man-made disasters, while coordinating with other emergency preparedness systems. A question and answer session will follow the presentation.
Agenda: Provisions of the final rule, Enforcement process, Overview of available technical assistance
Joseph Borreggine, DPM, Charleston, IL
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of The Day
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Perfect for searching for a woolly mammoth? (Photo: Charlotte Visser) |
Source: Maurice Regnaut via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 1 - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE | |
PRACTICE FOR SALE - OTTAWA ONTARIO
Are you surgically trained with osseous surgical competency? Offering a podiatric opportunity of a lifetime. - a 43 year old extremely high grossing, multifaceted practice (including bone surgery) in one of North America's finest and safest cities. There is a way for you to perform in office bone surgery here, given my proximity to Quebec. I will stay to assist, practice, and introduce as required. My practice has little to no competition -well suited to an experienced podiatrist who wants to change and improve the quality of his/her personal and professional life. dgreenberg@greenbergpodiatry.ca
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
SEEKING FULL TIME POSITION
PMSR/RRA graduating in June. Taking qualifying exams. Hardworking, diligent, ethical, personable, clinically and surgically well trained in forefoot and rearfoot. Compassionate and caring with old time values. No encumbrances. Prefer Northeast, but open to all areas. CV/references available upon request. Pod2017@aol.com 646-541-1079.
INFECTIOUS DISEASE/WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP - OHIO
Join one of the premiere podiatry programs in the nation. Become a leading expert in our profession. The fellowship has a multi-disciplinary approach to podiatric medicine, surgery, and wound care. Participate in numerous surgical procedures. Be exposed to the world renowned Harrington Heart and Vascular Surgery Institute at Cleveland Medical Center along with research at Case Western Reserve Medical School. Become part of a winning team. Change your future. One position for 24-month fellowship beginning July 1, 2017. Candidate must currently be completing 3-year podiatric surgical residency. Application requests: deborah.mott@uhhospitals.org. Deadline: October 15, 2016. CPME approved.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR POSITION - AMERICAN PODIATRIC MEDICAL STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION (APMSA)
APMSA is the national organization, representing students from all nine podiatric schools, which provides a forum to address and resolve student issues. The APMSA is hiring a new executive director (full-time, on-site position) that is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organization. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of a baccalaureate degree with 3-5 years’ experience working with non-profit organizations. Self-initiative with ability to lead a team to satisfy deadlines is expected. Experience in association management preferred. Salary: $70-80,000/year with $7,500 health insurance allowance. For details, please email Arti Karmur arti2.karmur@my.rfums.org
SEEKING PODIATRIST - ST. LOUIS METRO
Progressive podiatry practice in STL Metro area looking to hire within the next two to six months. Practice expanding to additional locations and searching for someone to fit in with our forward thinking and energetic culture. Candidate will also have opportunity to become involved with clinical research studies. Two to three year surgical residency preferred but will consider all candidates with the right attitude. Full time and part-time opportunity available. Interested candidates reply to valerieustin@gmail.com.
PODIATRIST WANTED IN NEW JERSEY
Immediate opening for a podiatrist in New Jersey. Full-time and part-time positions are available. Hours are flexible. Will be seeing patients in nursing homes. Excellent compensation. Please e-mail CV to nk210@aol.com.
EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY!
Home Foot Care, Inc. is looking for qualified podiatrists to visit home patients in the following areas: Phoenix, AZ, Las Vegas, NV, Honolulu, HI, Palm Springs/Palm Desert, Los Angeles, Ventura County, Santa Barbara, Lancaster/Palmdale, and San Bernardino/Riverside, CA. Full/part time, independence, excellent compensation, dedicated support staff, electronic billing/medical records. Email CV to: homefootcare@hotmail.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 POSITION - SUBURBAN PHILADELPHIA
Multi doctor group has an associate position available to join our busy practice. Candidate must have a minimum PMSR/36 with RRA training. Our practice is extremely diversified with all aspects of podiatry including wound care. If you are well trained, outgoing, personable, and would like to join our team please e-mail a cover letter and your CV to: medstaff1977@gmail.com Contact phone number must be included.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MARYLAND
Associate position available for an established practice of 40 years. Must be competent with both office based podiatry and hospital work, including rearfoot/ankle surgery and complex wound management. Very competitive starting salary with bonus, and benefits. Private practice experience and Maryland license preferred, but not required. Full EHR, digital x-rays and newly renovated modern office. Please email: podiatryassociate2995@gmail.com
IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR DPM - WASHINGTON DC
Established practice in Northwest DC in search of associate with potential for long term. Active DC License required. All facets of podiatry including office, ER, surgery center, hospital surgery, and nursing homes. We are in three offices in the DC area. Applicants should be PSR-24/36. Competitive salary. Significant patient flow. EMR. Laser. Opportunity to get cases for boards. Office / Hospital based practice. Must be board qualified. Come grow with us. Send CV and references to DCMDfootdoc@aol.com
IMMEDIATE FULL TIME OPPORTUNITY IN CHICAGO
Office hours and house calls. Partnership track for right candidate. Financial arrangements to be discussed. Contact chipod12@yahoo.com
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