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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,766 Subscribers Daily
October 06, 2016 #5,768  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| EDITOR'S NOTE | |
Classified Ads Found at Bottom of PM News
We wanted to remind our readers that two (2) classified ad section appear at the bottom of PM News, following the Meeting Notices section. One section is devoted to employment and the other to sales of practices or equipment. We alternate the position of these sections on a daily basis. For information on classified ads, click here.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
NC Podiatrist Discusses Causes of Bromhidrosis
The vast majority of the time, stinky feet are caused by one thing: Bacteria breaking down fatty acids in your sweat. Sounds innocent enough, but, as some of you know all too well, the biochemical process can create an odor powerful enough to clear a room when you slip off your shoes.
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The bacteria on your feet is actually the same as what lives all over your body. So why are perspiring pads so much stinkier than, say, a sweaty forearm? You have more sweat glands on your feet—250,000 on each foot, in fact—which means more perspiration to turn into odor, explains Jane Andersen, DPM, communications committee chair for the American Podiatric Medical Association and podiatrist at InStride Chapel Hill Foot and Ankle in North Carolina. Plus, your feet are typically kept in an enclosed environment (socks, shoes), and less ventilation means more perspiration, she adds.
Source: Rachel Schultz, Men's Health
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| PODIATRIC ECONOMICS | |
Podiatrist Ranked #23 Highest Paying Job
Mic crunched the most recent numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and found the 30 highest-paying positions in the United States: More than half are in medicine.
Highest-paying job #23: Podiatrist
Average annual pay: $136,180
Projected growth (2014-2024): 14%
One reason podiatrists are the lowest-paid medical professionals among the top 30 earners is because they are not trained at (allopathic) medical school, but rather complete four-year graduate training at podiatric medical school. Podiatrists provide medical care for people with foot, ankle, and lower leg problems. They diagnose illnesses, treat injuries, and perform surgery involving the lower extremities. Industry growth is expected because of an increasingly active and longer-living population, coupled with chronic conditions like diabetes and obesity.
Source: Money.mic [10/3/16]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
OrthoArizona Expands Foot and Ankle Division
OrthoArizona is expanding its foot and ankle division after it added six podiatrists in a merger with the East Valley Foot & Ankle Specialists. Those doctors are Lewis Freed, Todd Gunzy, Todd Haddon, Doug Griffin, Phillip Richardson and Scott Wyant.
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Dr. Jason Lake (orthopedist), foot and ankle specialist and board member of OrthoArizona, said the practice always had orthopedic surgeons but needed podiatrists. “There is an overlap in the practices, but each of us do different things and it’s really hard to call yourself a true foot and ankle institute if you can’t cover everything,” he said. OrthoArizona has 65 musculoskeltal specialists working at more than 30 offices throughout the Valley.
Source: Angela Gonzalez, Phoenix Business Journal [10/2/16]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
Podiatrist Joins Marianas Footcare Clinic
Marianas Footcare Clinic has added Dr. Dustin Prins as a provider. Prins is board-certified in reconstructive rearfoot, ankle and foot surgery. Prins was a Navy officer, and has served as an assistant professor and podiatric surgeon.
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Dr. Dustin Prins |
"My goal is to get patients back on their feet and ready to face their next challenge," Prins said.
Source: Pacific Daily News [10/2/16]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 3 | |
CT Joins Orthopedic Associates of Middletown
Dr. Tee Adeleke, a foot & ankle surgical and advanced reconstruction & trauma specialist, has joined Orthopedic Associates of Middletown. His previous fellowship at the American Foundation of Lower Extremity Surgery & Research in New Mexico, along with his comprehensive training at Des Moines University and a podiatric residency at The Western Pennsylvania Hospital are just some of the distinctive personal details that support OAM's continued trajectory as one of the most advanced and successful orthopedic specialty centers in New England.
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After completing a fellowship, Dr. Adeleke became immersed in comprehensive training from the knee to the foot, which is a departure from the way many podiatric students learn. "Most podiatric physicians are trained in the foot and ankle, but I have been extensively trained from the knee down, and I know that makes a big difference in how I am now able to understand, diagnose and treat my patients," said Adeleke.
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| PM JURY VERDICT REPORTER | |
Alleged Negligent Performance of Indicated Bunionectomy
Facts: This was a podiatric case involving a 38-year old plaintiff who underwent a bunionectomy that was performed by the defendant.
The plaintiff contended that the defendant negligently failed to move the capital fragment of the metatarsal laterally, as well as remove sufficient bone from the medial aspect of the metatarsal head, and claimed the bunionectomy was doomed to failure. She maintained that as a result of the alleged negligence, alignment of her toes was not...
Editor's note: The complete Jury Verdict Reporter can be read here.
Result: Defendant's verdict ($0)
Plaintiff's expert: Jack Gorman, DPM from Warminster, PA
Defendant's expert: K. Paul Flannigan, DPM from Yarmouth, ME
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| ACA UPDATE | |
Ailing Obama Healthcare Act May Have to Change to Survive
The fierce struggle to enact and carry out the Affordable Care Act was supposed to put an end to 75 years of fighting for a healthcare system to insure all Americans. Instead, the law’s troubles could make it just a way station on the road to another, more stable healthcare system, the shape of which could be determined on Election Day.
Seeing a lack of competition in many of the health law’s online insurance marketplaces, Hillary Clinton, President Obama, and much of the Democratic Party are calling for more government, not less. Mr. Obama’s signature domestic achievement will almost certainly have to change to survive. The two parties agree that for too many people, health plans in the individual insurance market are still too expensive and inaccessible.
Source: Robert Pear, The New York Times [10/2/16]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
9 Tips for Surviving after the ICD-10 Grace Period Ends - Part 6
Oct. 1, 2016. This date has likely been highlighted on many a calendar at physician practices around the country. That's because this date marks the end of the one-year grace period from CMS for practices' use of these new diagnostic codes for Medicare fee-for-service claims. In other words, the flexibility on not having to be specific in ICD-10 coding will end on this day:
6. ICD-10 Codes That Focus on Quality Initiatives
"We need to have a discussion about how the diagnostic codes may help shape the future of practices through quality initiatives and how vitally important it is for practices to submit clean claims utilizing the coding system to the highest level of specificity and to capture co-morbid conditions in reporting when needed to demonstrate the complexity of the patient." - Rhonda Buckholtz, CPC
Source: Aine Cryts, Physicians Practice [9/22/16]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
From: Jeffrey A. Ross, DPM, MD
Congrats to my former associate and friend Dr. Tamar Hew-Butler. I'm so proud of all her work on hypernatemia and dehydration in marathon runners. We miss her here in Houston.
Jeffrey A. Ross, DPM, MD, Houston, TX
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Can Halloween be far away? |
Source: Maris Pill via Virtual Shoe Museum
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MEETING NOTICES
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
POSITION WANTED
3rd year surgical resident with PMSR/RRA program looking to add value to a growing practice starting summer 2017. Excellent training with emphasis in FF/RF surgery. Experienced in billing. Preference to IL, CO, TN, TX, and GA, but will consider any location. Contact me at footandanklecareer@gmail.com for more information.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MADISON, WI
Growing practice is seeking an associate for our Madison Clinics, as well as coverage in our outreach clinics. Partnership opportunity available. Please email CV to: angel.righter@madisonpodiatrists.com
ASSOCIATE - POTENTIAL PARTNERSHIP – WESTERN WASHINGTON STATE
Busy group practice needs surgically capable associate, 2-3 year surgical resident to replace well trained doctor leaving practice. West of the sound from Seattle with a great environment: water, mountains and free from the Seattle congestion. All phases of practice with ASC, hospital practice/coverage in an expanding regional medical center. Send resumes to pwa@kitsappodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION- ST. LOUIS, MO
Expanding group practice seeks full-time podiatrist to join our team, We have state of the art facilities with EHR, Lasers, EPAT, Digital X-Ray, etc. Candidates must have completed a PSR/36 residency and be well-trained, ethical and collegial. Competitive salary with incentives and benefits. If interested, please contact charlenew@facstl.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. LOUIS' METRO EAST AREA
House call practice is seeking part-time podiatrists for St. Louis' Metro East area. The podiatrist will treat dermatologic conditions, perform a high percentage of C&C, etc. Familiarity with an EHR system is a plus. For information, please Email CV or write to VisitingFootDocs@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MANHATTAN
Full time associate opportunity for a board qualified or ABFAS certified podiatrist to join a thriving practice in Manhattan. New York license required. Partnership opportunity, generous salary and benefits package available. Staff privileges available If interested please email cover letter and CV to: NYpod2016@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION FULL-TIME - NJ
Do you have 8 arms and 12 legs? Can you handle a challenge? Associate wanted for amazingly busy practice. Must be surgically trained but conservatively minded. The sky is the limit. Wonderful environment and great support team. Great pay with potential for expansion Bergen County, New Jersey. Please email CV to: jackienjfootandankle@gmail.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 AVAILABLE - CENTRAL NEW JERSEY
Full time associate position in busy progressive practice in Central New Jersey. Opportunity on many levels. Please send letter of intent and CV to: cherylm@footdoctorsnj.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 FULL TIME OPPORTUNITY IN CHICAGO
Office hours and house calls. Partnership track for right candidate. Financial arrangements to be discussed. Contact chipod12@yahoo.com
FULL-TIME SURGICAL FACULTY MEMBER WANTED - NYCPM
The New York College of Podiatric Medicine is seeking a full-time surgical faculty member. Candidate must have completed an approved three-year surgical residency and possess ABFAS RRA qualification or certification and be eligible to obtain an Advanced Limited Permit or the Advanced Ankle Privilege through the NYS Department of Education, pursuant to Chapter 438 Education Law. Candidate must have training and experience in complex ankle trauma and Charcot reconstruction. Position will involve extensive academic responsibilities at the student and resident level, patient care, resident training and research. Please send letter of intent and CV to: jsturm@nycpm.edu
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@prodigy.net or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at davidekagan@gmail.com or call (215) 808-0770.
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ASSOCIATE - POTENTIAL PARTNERSHIP – WESTERN WASHINGTON STATE
Busy group practice needs surgically capable associate, 2-3 year surgical resident to replace well trained doctor leaving practice. West of the sound from Seattle with a great environment: water, mountains and free from the Seattle congestion. All phases of practice with ASC, hospital practice/coverage in an expanding regional medical center. Send resumes to pwa@kitsappodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION- ST. LOUIS, MO
Expanding group practice seeks full-time podiatrist to join our team, We have state of the art facilities with EHR, Lasers, EPAT, Digital X-Ray, etc. Candidates must have completed a PSR/36 residency and be well-trained, ethical and collegial. Competitive salary with incentives and benefits. If interested, please contact charlenew@facstl.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. LOUIS' METRO EAST AREA
House call practice is seeking part-time podiatrists for St. Louis' Metro East area. The podiatrist will treat dermatologic conditions, perform a high percentage of C&C, etc. Familiarity with an EHR system is a plus. For information, please Email CV or write to VisitingFootDocs@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MANHATTAN
Full time associate opportunity for a board qualified or ABFAS certified podiatrist to join a thriving practice in Manhattan. New York license required. Partnership opportunity, generous salary and benefits package available. Staff privileges available If interested please email cover letter and CV to: NYpod2016@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION FULL-TIME - NJ
Do you have 8 arms and 12 legs? Can you handle a challenge? Associate wanted for amazingly busy practice. Must be surgically trained but conservatively minded. The sky is the limit. Wonderful environment and great support team. Great pay with potential for expansion Bergen County, New Jersey. Please email CV to: jackienjfootandankle@gmail.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 AVAILABLE - CENTRAL NEW JERSEY
Full time associate position in busy progressive practice in Central New Jersey. Opportunity on many levels. Please send letter of intent and CV to: cherylm@footdoctorsnj.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 FULL TIME OPPORTUNITY IN CHICAGO
Office hours and house calls. Partnership track for right candidate. Financial arrangements to be discussed. Contact chipod12@yahoo.com
FULL-TIME SURGICAL FACULTY MEMBER WANTED - NYCPM
The New York College of Podiatric Medicine is seeking a full-time surgical faculty member. Candidate must have completed an approved three-year surgical residency and possess ABFAS RRA qualification or certification and be eligible to obtain an Advanced Limited Permit or the Advanced Ankle Privilege through the NYS Department of Education, pursuant to Chapter 438 Education Law. Candidate must have training and experience in complex ankle trauma and Charcot reconstruction. Position will involve extensive academic responsibilities at the student and resident level, patient care, resident training and research. Please send letter of intent and CV to: jsturm@nycpm.edu
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@prodigy.net or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at davidekagan@gmail.com or call (215) 808-0770.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 1- PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - VANCOUVER
Podiatry opening with multispecialty group. The Vancouver Clinic is recruiting a BC/BE Podiatrist to join our group. Join an integrated team of orthopedic surgeons, podiatrists, physiatrists, and sports medicine physicians. We are looking for a Podiatrist with interest in a non-surgical practice that will focus on diabetic foot care. abarter@tvc.org
PRACTICE FOR SALE - LONG ISLAND NEW YORK
30+ year old part time practice and professional co op for sale in Cedarhurst/ 5 towns. Own your own office with very low monthly maintenance. Fully equipped with Xray and more, ground level, no steps. Priced for quick sale. Call Dr. Rudolph at 516 316-6690
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
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@prodigy.net or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at davidekagan@gmail.com or call (215) 808-0770.
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