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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,038 Subscribers Daily
October 05, 2015 #5,489  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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COPYRIGHT 2015- No part of PM News can be reproduced without the
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| PM NEWS QUICK POLL |
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| PODIATRISTS AND PUBLIC HEALTH | |
2nd Post Doctoral Public Health Fellow Receives MPH
The APMA PHPPM Committee along with the Podiatric Health Section of APHA have announced that this year’s post doctoral podiatric public health fellow, Dr. Kyle Bruce, has completed this year's fellowship program culminating in his receiving the Master in Public Health degree from the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth College.
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(L- R) Drs. Kyle Bruce and Dyane Tower |
Dr. Bruce follows Dr. Dyane Tower, the first Dartmouth public health fellow who is now an assistant professor at Dartmouth Medical School and clinician in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at DHMC. Bruce, who prior to graduating the fellowship completed his three year residency at Henry Ford Hospital in Michigan, has accepted a position at River Bend Medical Group, a group practice in western Massachusetts.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
NJ Podiatrist Goes from Foot Racer to Foot Doctor
In December 2002, Red Bank Regional High School senior, Katy Trotter, had the best showing in Shore Conference history when she finished second overall at the National High School Cross Country Championships in San Diego. Now, Katy Trotter, DPM, one of the most accomplished high school runners to ever come out of New Jersey, has returned to the East Coast to join the practice of renowned sports podiatrist John Connors, DPM.
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(L- R) Drs. Katy Trotter and John Connors |
After completing her college degree, Trotter decided that she wanted to study medicine and attended the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago. “I have always been interested in medicine but was not committed to going to medical school for the majority of my college career,” said Trotter. “I had exposure to podiatry growing up in Little Silver with Dr. Connors, but it was not until after I graduated from Stanford that I realized podiatric medicine was the career for me.”
Source: Rob Cavanaugh, The Rivers Times [10/2/15]
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| ON THE LECTURE CIRCUIT | |
AZ Podiatrist Keynotes at Cleveland Wound Healing Symposium
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Drs. David G. Armstrong, Lee Kirksey, and Joseph L. Mills |
Dr. David G. Armstrong, Professor of Surgery and Director of the University of Arizona's Southern Arizona Limb Salvage Alliance (SALSA), provided the keynote address for the inaugural symposium on Diabetic Limb Salvage/Critical Limb Ischemia and Wound Healing held in Cleveland this weekend.
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| ICD-10 UPDATE | |
Just When You Thought it was Safe, ICD-11 Looms for 2018
At Security Health Plan, a 230,000-member payer owned by Marshfield Clinic in Wisconsin, the impact of ICD-10 won't be felt immediately. Security received its first claims files the evening of Oct. 1 for services provided earlier that day, said Sara Foemmel, the plan's claims operations director. Few hiccups are expected. “We've tested a tremendous amount with all of the providers,” Foemmel said.
But in 2018 comes ICD-11. Foemmel said her colleagues have just discussed the new codes, which are in beta testing now. “We just want to get through ICD-10 in the first couple of months, and then we'll get a game plan for ICD-11 once more information is released,” Foemmel said.
Source: Joseph Conn and Bob Herman, Modern Healthcare [10/2/15]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF OF THE DAY | |
Seven Ways to Beat Telemedicine at Its Own Game - Part 5
5. If you can't beat 'em — work with them.
If you choose not to offer extended or weekend hours, forge a relationship with your favorite urgent-care center and make sure your patients know about it. Make sure the urgent-care center sends you notes on your patients; that's your ROI for this relationship, along with increasing odds that your patients won't wander to another provider.
Source: Lucien W. Roberts, Physicians Practice [9/16/15]
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: Nail Striping
I have recently seen this 60-year-old Caucasian male in my office for complaints of toenail fungus. He does have toenail fungus on some other toenails but this particular toenail has an unusual pink stripe which appears to blanch minimally with pressure. There has been no injury to the toenail, but the patient is worried about the possibility of a mass in this area.
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Nail Striping |
No drainage has come from this area, either purulent or serosanguineous. The patient is concerned, but does not want to have his toenail avulsed or biopsied needlessly. Any ideas of what this might be?
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) - PART 1A | |
From: Fay Mushlin
We have outfitted 3 office locations with podiatry chairs from Hill Laboratories Company in Frazer, PA. They are able to customize a chair to fit your individual needs. Hill is a family owned business since 1945 and are very focused on customer service. Howard Hill is the owner and his niece Robin are both there to help you with any questions. They have a very comprehensive website.
Fay Mushlin, Newtown Square, PA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1B | |
From: Judith Rubin, DPM, Steven J. Kaniadakis, DPM
After seeking one for myself, I spoke to a rep from Midmark and he said Boyd chairs are a quarter of the price and substantial. If you are looking for a long-term purchase, you may want a Midmark bariatric chair that can hold up to 550 pounds.
Judith Rubin, DPM, Cypress, TX
Simple. Get the Midmark brand.
Steven J. Kaniadakis, DPM, St. Petersburg, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
From: Don Peacock, DPM
The ABFAS is a certifying board that has specific requirements for certification, and these rules are clearly outlined on their website. As an ABFAS diplomate, I know firsthand of the process. It is tough and rewardingly enjoyable. I had lots of cases to submit and the candidate can submit the cases he chooses to submit in accordance with the guidelines. From this list, 10 are chosen for further review. The guidelines are very clearly spelled out, and the ABFAS has loads of info to help the candidate submit cases properly.
Your complaints are unfounded and untrue. You have PSR24+ training and meet all requirements for certification. So what you are saying is that you volunteered to get in the ring and you got knocked down. So, get up and train for the next match. That's what a champion does. If you continue to do surgery, it will not be the last time you get knocked down.
You should feel honored to have a pathway to certification as I had. Remember, many of our colleagues have no pathway to certification by the ABFAS. One of the best foot surgeons in the world lives here in NC and he failed the surgical board his first time through. Quit bellyaching and resubmit. You are not the only one that has had to redo this process. Get it right and you will be certified by the ABFAS.
Don Peacock, DPM, Whiteville, NC
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Paint Thinner for Onychomycosis?
In the stress of ICD-10, we must try to keep laughing, and our patients sometimes help. Recently, a patient on oral antifungal for his toenails presented in my office. When asked if he had been taking his medicine, he replied," I take one of those "turpentines" (terbinafine) every day. I guess that must be the generic!
Rich Hofacker, DPM, Akron, OH
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MEETING NOTICES
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2- ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN CALIFORNIA AND NEVADA WITH WOUNDTECH
Why Woundtech? Largest employer of podiatrists * Earn a six figure living (No nights, No weekends, No call) * Benefits offered (health, dental, vision and paid malpractice)* No billing (No ICD10)* Flexible schedule.If you are ready to take back control of your life give me a call @ 954-602-9148 or email me @ manker@woundtech.net to get a priority interview.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CHICAGO
Chicago. Office and housecalls; projected income $140-180K. Base salary and bonus structure are flexible. Malpractice and mileage allowance are paid. Partnership track is available. Contact chipod12@yahoo.com
MOBILE PODIATRISTS NEEDED - HOME FOOT CARE, INC.
Looking for podiatrists to service the following areas: Las Vegas, Nevada, Oxnard/Ventura County, Santa Barbara, Lancaster/Palmdale, San Bernardino/Riverside, Palm Springs/Palm Desert. Full or Part-time available, Full/Part time available, flexible schedule, independence, excellent compensation, electronic billing/scheduling, great support staff. If interested, email CV to: homefootcare@hotmail.com check us out @ www.footdocs2u.com
ASSOCIATE –PARTNERSHIP- OWNERSHIP FAST TRACK- CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA
If you’re bright, articulate, and skilled in all aspects of foot and ankle surgery with a prime focus on the biomechanics of foot and leg function, I’m interested in you. Earn what you’re worth and live in Silicon Valley. Send resume to setdpm44@yahoo.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - KANSAS CITY
You're not looking for a typical podiatry practice. We're not looking for the typical podiatrist. We need another doctor who understands the importance of creating an amazing patient experience as much as providing great medical care. You will be working with doctors who are committed to your success. If you are an entrepreneurial-minded doctor who wants to grow and eventually own part of an already successful practice, go to: www.YourFutureInPodiatry.com for full details.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL FLORIDA
Associate wanted for well-established practice in central Florida. Experienced support staff, great benefits including malpractice coverage . Excellent opportunity for a promising future. To apply, go to www.yourcareerinpodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – GEORGIA
Village Podiatry Group, a subsidiary of Extremity Healthcare, has opportunities for motivated, talented, and board qualified or certified doctors to start immediately. Ideal candidates have 5+ years’ experience and knowledge of coding/billing. EHI currently offers the following ancillaries: Ambulatory Surgery Centers, Vascular Intervention Centers, Compounding & Retail Pharmacy, JACCHO Accredited Pathology lab able to perform Anatomic Pathology, DNA & Pharmacogenetics. We are also adding Hyperbaric Medicine, Wound Care and other ancillary services. Our successful model is built to enrich the physicians and their efforts. Serious inquiries to Tony Brzezicki, HR, tbrzezicki@extremityhc.com or fax (770.874.1748). EHI offers a competitive benefits package.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WALDORF AND CLINTON, MD **IMMEDIATE HIRE**
Well established practice with multiple offices located just south of Washington D.C. Practice amenities include EHR, digital x-ray, state-of-the-art surgical suite, shoe stores, PADnet, and large support staff. This is an extremely busy practice with high patient, new patient, and surgical volume. We are looking for a highly motivated, personable individual. Must be well trained in a PMSR-36/RRA forefoot and would like someone with rearfoot surgery experience, but not required. Competitive base salary with bonus structure. Relocation fees will be covered if able to join practice immediately. Send CV to:feet_r_neat@aol.com
1 YEAR FELLOWSHIP IN RRA SURGERY & ASSOCIATE POSITION
Get more experience in arthroscopy, fusions, trauma & complex hindfoot/ankle deformity corrections. Must be BQ or BC in foot & RRA or on track to be. CV, DPM school transcripts, director LOR, LOI. ALSO AVAIL Associate position , now or Aug '16: must be BC by ABFAS, ability to work independently on complex cases. Long hours, hospital rounds, ER calls, great work ethic needed. Fellowship experience preferred, not mandatory. LOI, LOR from director, CV. great salary, bonus, partnership buy-in. Naples, FL klamdpm@hotmail.com
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 DPMs AND STUDENTS
Whether you have used equipment to sell or are offering an associate position, PM News classified ads are the fastest, most-effective way of reaching over 16,500 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@podiatrym.com or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at (800) 284-5451.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 1 - PRACTICE FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - PADNET SYSTEM
Padnet System for Sale: $7,500. Complete system. The computer has been erased and it’s software updated by Padnet. I will include the rolling stand as well if the purchaser wants to pay the shipping or pick it up on the west coast of Florida. Contact: venicefootclinic@comcast.net
PRACTICE FOR SALE- GEORGIA
Practice for sale in the podiatry friendly state of Georgia in a city just south of Atlanta. This practice was established 10 years ago and includes a great mix of insurances, patients, medicine and surgery. The owner is selling due to family obligations. Interested? Email: gapractice4sale@gmail.com
PODIATRY MEDICAL PRACTICE - NORTHWEST MONTANA
Immediately available due to illness. Four treatment rooms, 1,400 square feet, digital x-ray, up-to-date computer and software. 150,000 drawing area. Will exchange practice for lease on the office space. Beautiful location surrounded by the Rocky Mountains with excellent hunting, fishing, skiing, boating, and hiking opportunities. If interested send email to: wlranch@montanasky.net or call (406) 752-4988 or (406 ) 250-1756
DESIRABLE LOCATIONS TO SUBLET AND SHARE - NEW YORK / NEW JERSEY
Midtown, Gramercy, Financial District and Plainview (North shore of Long Island) turn-key. Extremity MRI, Extremity CT scanner, diagnostic ultrasound, digital xray in selected offices. Fair Lawn ASC,LLC a dedicated certified ambulatory surgical center for foot and ankle surgery accepting applications for staff privileges 516 476-1815 PODO2345@AOL.COM
PRACTICES WANTED - GEORGIA, TENNESSEE & OTHER SOUTHEASTERN STATES
If you are serious about selling or merging your practice into our model, the EHI Equity Based Supergroup Model, then we are interested in a conversation. We are looking mainly in Georgia and the Atlanta area but we will be ready for scaling in early 2016. Our practice top 3 criteria are; successful, must have a high volume of patients and Physicians who stay must be willing to utilize EHI's in-house ancillaries. If you meet these criteria, send us an e-mail to dhelfman@extremityhealthcare.com and dmazzone@globalmna.com, our investment banking firm.
PRACTICE WANTED
Two 3rd year residents seek to buy a practice financially stable to sustain two podiatrists. Well trained in conservative care, forefoot surgery, and wound care. Willing to move anywhere and start practicing in July 2016. Ideally selling physician would stay on during transition period. Please emailfootdoctors2016@gmail.com with more information.
PRACTICE WANTED
Two 3rd year residents seek to buy a practice financially stable to sustain two podiatrists. Well trained in conservative care, forefoot surgery, and wound care. Willing to move anywhere and start practicing in July 2016. Ideally selling physician would stay on during transition period. Please email footdoctors2016@gmail.com with more information.
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 DPMs AND STUDENTS
Whether you have used equipment to sell or are offering an associate position, PM News classified ads are the fastest, most-effective way of reaching over 16,500 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@podiatrym.com or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at (800) 284-5451.
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