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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,461 Subscribers Daily
September 27, 2016 #5,762  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 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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Pete Dye Golf Resort |
This week's prize grand prize is a 4-Night Stay in the Pete Dye Golf 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 AND FOOTWEAR | |
NY Podiatrist Provides Cold Weather Footwear Tips
According to Brooklyn, NY-based podiatric surgeon Dr. Allyssa Knowles of The Brooklyn Hospital Center, there are some easy steps to follow to ensure positive foot health as the cold weather looms. Here, she shares five easy-to-follow tips to comfortably take your feet through the fall and winter seasons.
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Dr. Allyssa Knowles |
Wear the appropriate type footwear when heading outdoors, warns Dr. Knowles. Since many women may ignore ice and snow, stepping out in heels can lead to conditions such as frostbite. "Boots are the way to go," said Dr. Knowles. For sports enthusiasts, such as runners, Dr. Knowles warns to be mindful of changing into performance footwear that offers moisture-wicking properties due to wet weather conditions. A visit to a pro running store offers plenty of choices.
Source: Barbara Schneider-Levy, Footwear News [9/14/16] via APMA News Brief
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
CA Podiatrist Joins Visalia’s Orthopaedic Associates
Dr. Kazi Saidur Rahman, a podiatrist, has joined Visalia’s Orthopaedic Associates. Dr. Rahman earned his doctor of podiatric medicine degree at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. He completed his internship and residency at Hahnemann University Hospital of Drexel University College of Medicine in Pennsylvania.
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Dr. Kazi Saidur Rahman |
He completed graduate and undergraduate studies at the University of California, Riverside, and was appointed as an assistant lecturer in biochemistry at the University of Southern California. He became familiar with the Central Valley while visiting his twin brother, who is a doctor in the Fresno area.
Source: Central Valley Business Times [9/22/16]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
PA Podiatrist Joins Premier Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine
Christopher R. Hood Jr, DPM, recently joined Premier Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine as a podiatric surgeon. He earned his medical degree from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in 2012 and completed his podiatric surgery and medicine residency at Crozer Keystone Health System in Upland, PA in 2015.
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Dr. Christopher Hood |
He earned his fellowship training at the Pennsylvania Intensive Lower Extremity Fellowship at Premier Orthopaedics under Jason R. Miller, DPM. He sees patients at the practice's Malvern, Phoenixville, and Pottstown PA offices.
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| FROM PM's CURRENT ISSUE | |
Twice 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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| HEALTHCARE NEWS | |
Falls are Number One Cause Of Fatal And Non-Fatal Injuries Among Adults Over 65
Older Americans need to go for regular eye exams, get rid of their throw rugs, and retire their high heels. These are just some of the pieces of advice experts on aging and government health officials are doling out in tandem with a new report that shows falls are the number one cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries among adults over 65.
In 2014, older Americans fell 29 million times, leading to seven million injuries, according to the report out today in the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. About 2.8 million cases were treated in emergency departments, and approximately 800,000 seniors went on to be hospitalized for fall-related issues. More than 27,000 falls led to death.
Source: Mary Brophy Marcus, CBS News [9/22/16]
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: Anchor for Jones Tenosuspension
It has been some time since I had a patient who needed a Jones tenosuspension. Instead of creating a sling through a transosseous tunnel or using a trephine plug with a button, I would like to use an anchor. I am looking for a recommendation for the easiest and most secure anchor for this application.
Greg Caringi, DPM, Lansdale, PA
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: To Block or Unblock Caller ID on Your Cell Phone
In this modern day technology, cell phone use is ubiquitous. When I'm not at the office, I return patient phone calls with my cell phone caller ID not showing. It is expected that most people will not answer a "NO CALLER ID" when they receive a call. Our group does not utilize pagers as they are antiquated.
I've spoken to a number of my colleagues who state that there is no need to block my number and that it is okay for patients to have my personal cell phone number. I find this too invasive. It's a task to always having to call your answering service to connect with the patient, not to mention the cost involved in each call they need to put through. Any ideas or am I just being too paranoid about freedom of access to me?
Ty Hussain, DPM, Chicago, IL
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Medicare DME Orders
Medicare DME dispensing rules require an "order" by the physician, but what does that entail? Is that part of the physician's note or a separate note such as a written prescription? Please advise.
Amy Meehan, Billing Manager, Potomac, MD
Response: The physician order is the prescription. In the case of DME, there would be no difference. The order would need to include patient identifying information, item name/description, diagnosis, and the expected length this device will be needed (e.g., lifetime for an AFO vs. 3 months for crutches).
The physician-supplier does not need to produce a unique prescription for their own patient for DME or supplies. That order can be included within the physician's medical record. You should check with your DMAC to see about any other requirements. Make sure that your records include what you are prescribing, the medical necessity, why a custom device is required vs. an OTC device, the level of disability/impairment, symptoms, etc.
Tony Poggio, DPM, Alameda, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (EMR) | |
From: Michael L. Brody, DPM
A second back-up is not a bad idea. Here are some things to look at: If the company closes their doors will you have access to that second backup? Or is it 'their' account? How often is the back-up done? Is the back-up encrypted? Can you get access to the decryption key? Can you get the back-up file if you need it?
My recommendations: 1) Try the service and then try to 'get' a copy of the back-up. 2) Try to de-crypt it, and then have an IT professional look at the back-up to see if the data can be accessed. 3) Contact some competing EHR vendors and see if they have the ability to 'import' your back-up into their EHR so that you have access to their data.
A back-up that you cannot use does you no good. If you can get your back-up in a form that you can use, then this is an 'extra' protection against the company closing their doors. Alternately, you can ask for a copy of your back-up directly from your current vendor at least once a month and avoid the charge from the third-party vendor. If you do this, you still need to make sure that you have any necessary decryption keys and can use the back-up
Michael L. Brody, DPM, Commack, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) | |
From: Keith L. Gurnick, DPM
A 7 year old with crossover toes (could also be called under-riding, or varus rotated toes) will not improve or resolve on its own without treatment. This condition is most likely congenital, present at birth, and was either undetected, under-appreciated, or if the parent(s) had asked their pediatrician they were told a) don't worry about it or b) it will resolve on its own once the child begins walking or c) wait until the child is older and see if it gets better or d) if it doesn't hurt, leave it alone.
All of these answers are not only wrong, but show a total lack of concern for the patient for the future or an understanding of how the foot should...
Editor's note: Dr. Gurnick's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Can winter sledding be far away? |
Source: Olga Saley via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
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
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
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
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 2 - 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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