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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 22,100 Subscribers Daily
October 10, 2022 #7,356  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
MI Podiatrist Discusses Biofilm and Wound Healing
According to Conway McLean, DPM, "When an ulcer remains open, numerous types of bacteria will “set up shop,” colonizing the surface of the lesion. These often don’t invade the tissues of the host, which would mean infection was present. Instead, multiple types of bacteria will form a cooperative colony, encased in tough, thick gelatinous material produced by the microorganisms. These colonies are referred to as biofilm, a common concern with implanted hardware as well as chronic wounds. Biofilm is a frequent obstacle to healing, altering the chemistry of many wounds, making it difficult for the body to grow tissue to fill the defect. Fighting biofilm is challenging. It’s also the reason many ulcers fail to heal."
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"A newer weapon in the battle against biofilm formation is a specialized medication, applied in a sheet of collagen, whose sole purpose is the killing of biofilm. When left to persist, biofilm can ruin the best wound care plan. Along with the biofilm fighter, it's possible to use a series of treatments to the surface of the wound utilizing an ultrasonically-charged mist. Studies reveal the benefits of this therapy are many, including killing bacteria, improving blood flow, even breaking up debris. This can be followed by the application of lab grown skin, " said Dr. McLean.
Source: Mining Journal
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
TX Podiatrist Opens River Oaks Foot & Ankle Specialists
Lara Zacca, DPM recently opened River Oaks Foot & Ankle Specialists in Houston, Texas. Dr. Zacca earned earned her podiatric medical degree at the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine.
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Dr. Lara Zacca |
Dr. Zacca completed her podiatric residency at the Kingwood Medical Center in Houston, TX.
Source: Linkedin
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
CA Podiatrist Joins Pacific Foot & Ankle Center
Chase Dahl, DPM recently joined Pacific Foot & Ankle Center in San Clemente, CA. Dr. Dahl earned his podiatric medical degree at the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine.
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Dr. Chase Dahl |
Dr. Dahl completed his podiatric residency at Oak Hill Hospital in Brooksville, Florida.
Source: Linkedin
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| FROM PM's CURRENT ISSUE | |
Several times 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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Today's featured article |
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY |
8 Best Practices for Medical Malpractice Defense
The best way to prevent a malpractice lawsuit is to prepare for the likelihood of being sued, experts say. Check out these 8 medical malpractice best practices.
1) Insurance
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Malpractice defense depends upon having good malpractice insurance. For this reason, the least expensive insurance is not always best, says attorney Christopher Ryan, counsel and co-chair of the healthcare litigation task force at Dickinson Wright in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
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Look for insurance that comes with risk management tools that can add value to a practice.
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Physicians should make sure they have a policy in place with an admitted carrier in their state, according to Tom Benvenuto, a senior trial attorney with Benvenuto & Slattery in Roslyn, New York.
Source: Jordan Rosenfeld, Logan Lutton, Medical Economics [10/5/22]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Coding a Surgical Repair of a Lisfranc Fracture Dislocation
What are the options to code for a Lisfranc fracture dislocation repair? I fixated the medial cuneiform to the second metatarsal. Additionally, the repair involved the fixation of the first and second metatarsal-cuneiform joints. Would this be an open reduction and internal fixation procedure?
Jeffrey Klein, DPM, Warren, MI
Response: From the information you’ve provided, it doesn’t sound like you did an “open repair”. So, I’m assuming you did closed reduction and then percutaneously fixated multiple joints involving tarsal and metatarsal joints. Therefore, I suggest CPT 28546, percutaneous skeletal fixation of tarsal joint dislocation.
Howard Zlotoff, DPM, Camp Hill, PA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) | |
From: Charles Morelli, DPM
Every child is different, each and every clinical presentation is different, and every parent is different. It’s my personal choice to not deal with a kicking and screaming baby in the office, having both parents hold the child down which does nothing than to raise anxiety for everyone. I would not use phenol in these cases as I feel it is important to deal with the hypertrophic skin. That being said, when presented with similar cases, I take them to the O.R., monitored anesthesia care, Winograds, and closure with Vicryl and Steristrips. A few months later, the toes look perfect.
Charles Morelli, DPM, Mamaroneck, NY
Editor's note: This topic is now closed.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
RE: Recent Changes in ABFAS Recertification
From: Richard Silverstein, DPM
With respect to the recent changes for recertification that have been instituted by ABFAS: My board certification expires in August 2025. I went to the website and it instructed me to take 4 of the 30 question tests prior to the expiration date. I did so and maintained above the required MDT P-value. For all intents and purposes, I do not have to take another test until the end of 2025 as I have met the requirements.
The whole point in the change in format was to have us keep up-to-date periodically as opposed to having us study for one test at the end of the certification period. I called to ask if I could continue to take the tests for practice and I asked to make sure they wouldn’t be officially scored. I was shocked to hear that they would have to be scored, meaning the next test or 5th would replace the first one I took. This makes no sense.
At a point where I don’t have anything to achieve by taking them, other than testing my own knowledge and keeping up-to-date, why not just designate us in the system as having fulfilled the requirements and now let us take the exams for practice? Isn’t that the whole point, to keep us reviewing and learning on a continual basis? ABFAS is missing the opportunity to allow docs to continue to use the LEAD testing system even after they fulfill their obligations.
Richard Silverstein, DPM, Havre de Grace, MD
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
From: Wenjay Sung, DPM
I agree with Dr. Sherman wholeheartedly that it is time that one board finally offers both pathways in our profession. Although Dr. Rogers’ gambit with CAQ may not be in the future, it puts the onus on APMA to allow the boards to create a single pathway for medicine and surgery. It is high time to allow ABFAS to create a certification pathway in podiatric foot and ankle medicine and ABPM to create one in podiatric foot and ankle surgery. There are no laws against the boards to compete like this except it may disrupt the "Podiatry Lives Matter" gatekeepers.
Wenjay Sung, DPM, Los Angeles, CA
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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How to tread with thread? |
Source: Takafumi Arai via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE AND FACULTY POSITIONS, AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CHANDLER/GILBERT ARIZONA
Growing multi-location practice looking to hire a skilled podiatrist to join our team at Preferred Foot & Ankle Specialists. Seeking Full-time DPM with current Arizona state license and ABFAS or on track for ABFAS. Newly graduated residents are highly encouraged to apply. $200k-$250k annually. Resumes to anolan.pfas@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – KANSAS CITY
Join our rapidly growing podiatry practice in Kansas City, home of the Chiefs, Royals, 2023 NFL Draft, the world’s best BBQ: big-city lifestyle with small-city cost-of-living. Great comp; huge upside potential; perks. Skilled DPMs, focused on positive patient experiences, email your CV and compelling cover letter to jeff@kansascityfootandankle.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LOUISVILLE, KY
Seeking well-trained associate in busy surgical practice with 4 well-established providers in and around beautiful Louisville, KY. High surgical volume. Opportunity to train top surgical residents. Level 2 trauma hospital system call available. Competitive salary with bonus structure, health benefits, 401k match, CME allowance, vacation. Submit resumes to dwinchell6603@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - VIRGINIA (NORTHERN)
Immediate opportunity to join a multi-office practice. In search of a well trained, hard working, ethical podiatrist to take this well established full scope practice to the next level. Competitive salary and benefits package. Looking for a long-term relationship. Will wait until summer for the right individual but prefer a start date as soon as possible. Reply to: krpsgold@cox.net.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA
Join a well-established, busy and growing podiatric practice. We are fully integrated with the medical community in a large tertiary teaching hospital. Research opportunities are available. Applicant should be ethical, personable, hardworking, and committed to quality patient care. We are offering a competitive salary with bonus opportunities and a wide range of benefits. Associate position can lead to partnership. All interested candidates should send a resume to JCMOOREDPM@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – LOUISVILLE, KY
National podiatry leader hiring physicians to practice at state-of-the-art facilities in Louisville — with more national locations to come soon. Our physicians receive generous compensation, bonuses, and a path to partnership without the financial risk. Email resume to careers@pacesetter-health.com or apply online at https://pacesetter-health.com/#careers
FOOT & ANKLE SURGEON NEEDED - FT LAUDERDALE
Growing group with immediate open position. Full schedule, good variety of pathology, robust support staff, well equipped office, and many ancillaries. Help train our fellow! BQ/BC ABFAS required. Competitive salary/ benefits. Send CV to podiatrymanda@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – BROOKLYN, NY
Podiatrist position available for immediate hire in a multidisciplinary practice for part time in Brooklyn, New York. Flexible hours and potential to progress to full time. Ideal position for recent grads. Send resume to dr.shtarkman@gmail.com or call Dr Shtarkman at 917-363-2702.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PITTSBURGH, PA AREA
Multi doctor, multi office practice seeks a full time Associate trained in all aspects of podiatry and surgery. We currently have four office locations around the Pittsburgh area. The candidate must be board certified or board eligible and must have a Pennsylvania license or be eligible to obtain one. We offer a competitive salary with a bonus opportunity, a 401K and profit-sharing plan and health insurance. To apply, please forward a CV to: drkmo12@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. GEORGE, UT
Immediate Doctor of Podiatric medicine position for a well-trained, highly motivated individual. Location: St. George, Utah. Competitive salary with commission structure. Benefits include: PTO, CME allowance, health and malpractice insurance. Must be confident in working solo in your own office environment. Please email Cover Letter and CV to st.georgefootcare@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CHICAGO SUBURBS
Looking to hire Summer 2023. Thriving podiatry practice in Chicago suburbs looking for an associate to take practice to the next level. Must be highly motivated and have the ability to WOW our patient with your charismatic personality and professionalism. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art office (which includes MRI) with a team-oriented culture. 3-year surgical residency required. Submit CV to jswalter@hotmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CALIFORNIA
Come join a team that is changing lower extremity care across California. Bay Area Foot Care has openings for energetic, warm and positive podiatrists in our San Francisco Bay Area Locations. As part of our group, you will work with leading doctors across subspecialties and receive the tools and support necessary to grow your practice. Excellent training, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a 401k match included. If interested in learning more, submit your CV to DPMcareers@balancehealth.com
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE – SW FLORIDA (NAPLES/FT MYERS)
Seeking BC/BQ physician for a well-established podiatry practice in beautiful SW Florida. Looking for a motivated and well-rounded candidate who has patient care as priority #1. Multiple hospital affiliations and excellent opportunity for growth. For inquiries please contact footdocswfl@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WISCONSIN
Looking for personable, highly motivated podiatrists in the Wisconsin area. Podiatrists that join our team will benefit from the satisfaction of providing care to residents in Longterm Care Facilities. Above average compensation package plus other benefits. Look forward to adding you to our team!! Inquiries can be sent to info@completepodiatrycare.com
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST, FL
Stat, busy, modern offices. ABFAS BC/BQ, EMR, Dig x-rays, U.S., CT, DME, Base salary + bonus, PTO, 401K, free health ins. 1 ACFAS fellowship position also DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA
SIGNING Bonus. We are looking for a podiatrist that provides service to our in-office patients, skilled nursing home patients, wound care patients and our affiliated hospitals. Required: Completion of a 3-year residency program • Current holder of a state podiatry license • Board certification/qualification is highly preferred • Looking for well trained, well rounded and personable candidate to plug into our growing group of 5 Podiatrists and 4 locations. Competitive 6 figure base with lucrative bonus structure. Full benefits including 401K and match. Email resumes directly to victorian@footnankledoc.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PENNSYLVANIA
Join a well-established, busy and growing private podiatry practice. Multiple locations in the Pittsburgh area. Applicants should be hard-working and committed to quality patient care. We are offering a competitive salary with bonus opportunities. Associate position can lead to partnership. All interested candidate should email résumé to Academyofpodiatryfootdocs@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NYC (IMMEDIATE)
Multi-location boutique office in Manhattan is hiring a surgically trained practitioner to join our sports-medicine practice. If personable, motivated and driven to succeed, we would be delighted to have you join. We offer a strong compensation package: associate average $250K+/year, health benefits + retirement pension. https://tinyurl.com/ApplyTHFP
WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP - MICHIGAN
Beaumont Hospital 12-month Diabetic Limb-Salvage, wound care and reconstruction fellowship beginning July 1st, 2022. This Fellowship is designed to enhance and refine the skills of residency-trained Podiatric Surgeons. Heavy focus on wound care, research, and diabetic limb salvage surgery. Full-benefits and competitive salary. Please email your CV to Randy.Semma@beaumont.org
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 22,000 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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MANHATTAN PATIENT LIST AND PHONE NUMBER FOR SALE
Patient list and (212) Phone number, 6,000 patient database of 26-year-old Park Avenue, NYC for sale. Asking 75k. Please contact JYouner@icloud.com.
FIRST-CLASS PRIVATE PRACTICE FOR SALE - DUBLIN, IRELAND
Mr. Paul Gabriel Scullion, FCPodS, Podiatric Surgeon the owner of Kirkfield Foot Clinic, welcomes enquiries from interested parties. Long-established business of over 38 years. Current annual turnover in excess of €350K based on 3 day work week. Property and clinic in an attractive, busy, high-profile 0.452 acre corner site in Dublin 15. Ample onsite parking in the front and rear of the premises (up to 9 cars). Please contact using ‘Expressions of Interest’ form on our website. Get in touch here: https://www.footclinicsale.com/
PRACTICE FOR SALE – CENTRAL PA
Turn-key 30-year-old established practice with loyal, compliant, educated patient base. High surgical volume. Located in the pearl of central PA with the cultural advantages of a university town and great school system. Grossing seven figures prior to Covid. Retiring physician willing to finance and help. nvafc@md-officesolutions.com. 814-231-0130
PRACTICE FOR SALE - CENTRAL GA
Outstanding opportunity. Busy practice with fully licensed and accredited sx ctr for sale. High volume patient flow. Fully equipped and staff practice and sx center. Owner desires to retire. Opportunity to expand and grow business. Contact MCrosby518@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NORTHERN IL
Located approximately 50 miles west of Chicago this practice has high volume and strong collections. Wide array of services including surgery. The office is fully equipped and staffed. Dedicated procedure room. In medical corridor close to hospital and surgical center. Strong payor mix with no public aid or nursing homes. Currently open 3.5 days per week. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com
PRACTICE LOCATION FOR SALE – ATASCOCITA, TX
Recently remodeled, well-established, turn-key podiatry practice for sale in Atascocita, TX (northeast suburb of Houston). Fully stocked with four exam rooms, exam chairs, instruments, digital x-ray equipment, autoclave, computers, and phones. Contact Rebeccah at 281-361-7400 or rburgers.tcfa@gmail.com.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - PHILADEPHIA
Upscale Rittenhouse Square Practice in Center City Philadelphia. Non-surgical 4 days a week grossed over $378K in 2021 . Beautiful office setting with 3 treatment rooms. Mostly fee-for-servic . Doctor can stay for transition. A cream puff practice such as this is a rare find. Dr Z (215) 715-1570 wallstreetdr@hotmail.com
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