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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 22,092 Subscribers Daily
October 13, 2022 #7,359  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
IL Podiatrists and Scholl Students Volunteer at the 2022 Chicago Marathon
The 2022 Chicago Marathon took place on Sunday October 9th. Podiatry was again well represented as an integral part of the marathon medical team. As in previous years, AAPSM fellows Jeffrey Baker, DPM of the Weil Foot & Ankle Institute and Michael Chin, DPM of the Running Institute were podiatric co-coordinators for the event.
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IL podiatrists and Scholl student volunteers at the Chicago Marathon |
Other attending Volunteers were Drs. Regan Bond, Larry Kosova, Katie LaViolette, Hannah Park, Lauren Schnack, and Alison Young. Volunteering as well were podiatric medical students from the AAPSM Scholl Chapter. The podiatry volunteers were stationed at two medical tents at the finish line area and provided medical care to 156 runners throughout the day.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
FL Podiatrist Discusses How Technology Aids Podiatry
According to Ronald Troxell, DPM from Advent Health, "technology is being utilized on a weekly basis...anytime we operate, whether it's complex deformity correction using state-of-the-art equipment or total ankle replacement. Now there are patient-specific custom implants that are designed from CT scans of the patient. That means decreased operative room time and improved results."
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Dr. Ronald Troxell |
"In addition to that, there are amniotic tissues that we are using, basically stem cell derivatives, which we find are showing decreased scarring after surgery, decreased post-operative pain, and getting us to the end point we are wanting to achieve," says Dr. Troxell.
Source: Sarykarmen Rivera, Tampa Bay's Morning Blend (ABC) [10/10/22]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
TN Podiatrist Opens 5th Office in Nashville
Yerusalem Lanier, DPM has opened her 5th Office in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Lanier earned her podiatric medical degree at the Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine.
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Dr. Yerusalem Lanier |
Dr. Lanier completed her podiatric residency at St. Vincent Hospital in Boston, MA. She founded Cutting Edge Foot and Ankle Clinic in 2019. She now has 30 employees and 5 offices across the area.
Source: Yahoo Finance [10/11/22]
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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.
4) Nuances of informed consent
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Most physicians understand the law of informed consent pretty well: Let the patient know what they're signing up for before they do it. However, a problem can occur, Peter Kolbert, senior VP of claims and litigation management said, when a physician makes assumptions about common complications or side-effects of a treatment and fails to alert the patient.
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"Informed consent is a recognition of the limitations of medicine. It's a recommendation that we can't give a guarantee; therefore, it's about shared decision-making," Kolbert said.
Source: Jordan Rosenfeld, Logan Lutton, Medical Economics [10/5/22]
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: Tenotomy of the Posterior Tibial Tendon
My patient is a middle-aged male with diabetic neuropathy and peripheral vascular disease. Previous vascular intervention was successful in getting a wound closed and osteomyelitis resolved. In the process of resolution and healing, the wound care facility debrided the base of the 5th metatarsal and part of the cuboid which detached the peroneus brevis and removed the peroneus longus without re-attaching them. His foot is now severely inverted due to the unopposed posterior tibial tendon. Despite bracing and shoe modifications, his foot continues to progressively become more inverted. I try to employ the old risk/benefit ratio to these types of cases. A major reconstructive surgery, in my opinion, carries more risk than benefit for this individual. But one option that I am considering is performing a simple percutaneous ultrasound-guided tenotomy of the posterior tibial tendon which I think will make this foot much more amenable to bracing.
I have successfully performed percutaneous Achilles tenotomies to resolve forefoot ulcers in diabetics and have used other tendon balance procedures for dysfunctional feet due to other causes, but there does not seem to be a lot of literature on posterior tibial tenotomies as a tendon balance technique in diabetics. Comments and critique are welcomed.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
RE: Stepping up Podiatry's Role in Fall Prevention
From: Ben Pearl, DPM
Many of us do not have to look far when it comes to the devastation that falls can have, particularly as we age. We all know the stats. The APMA just reminded us in their summer newsletter that 30-40% of adults 65 and older will fall. Falls are the leading cause of death related to injury in adults 65 and over, with an increase in morbidity and mortality after a hip fracture from an errant step. According to the CDC, $50 billion is the cost estimate to the U.S. healthcare system alone for the ripple effect of medical costs related to falls. This has only been made worse, no doubt, by the change in habitus that has occurred during the pandemic.
When my mother was young, she was graceful as an equestrian and diver. She skied by the time I came along but slowly succumbed to the steady decline that many Americans suffer. I would implore her to take a walk and get moving. I noticed that her walking became more unsteady over the years. She did not take me up on my “prescription” but I did get her to walk occasionally when I came over. I got a call one evening that my mom had fallen, broken her neck, and suffered a massive stroke.
Many times these tragic events happen with the cardiac or clot event preceding the fall but here’s the thing; John, her significant other, saw her hook her ankle on the low lying coffee table as she was carrying a tray of plates from the living room back to the kitchen. Perhaps if she had done some modest exercises at home, her fall may have been prevented; if nothing else, walking more regularly to try to control her weight and help her heart health.
Ben Pearl, DPM, Arlington, VA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
From: R. Alex Dellinger, DPM
I had the same issue. On a whim, I called a compounding pharmacist I know at Cornerstone Pharmacy in Little Rock, AR and provided her the ingredient list. I gave her the package insert for Cantharone plus and she was able to compound the near exact formulation (I think there is 1% difference in the canthiridin percentage). She provides it in 10 mL vials, with a glass stick in the cap. It works exactly the same as Cantharone Plus (as you would expect). It was even cheaper than what I was buying from the Canadian pharmacy.
R. Alex Dellinger, DPM, Little Rock, AR
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
From: Rod Tomczak, MD, DPM, EdD
I haven't noticed anyone complaining about completing a podiatric surgical residency and not being able to achieve board certification in podiatric medicine. It's only from podiatrists who don't match in surgical residencies who want to qualify somehow as board certified podiatric surgeons. Since 1986, I have been involved with institutions granting osteopathic or allopathic degrees to students who go through a match process similar but not identical to ours. I went through the first podiatric residency match in 1977 and this process was supposed to end the early signing of students into the most desirable programs and give everyone the opportunity to apply and perhaps interview for the more attractive surgical programs if that's what the student wanted.
If a fourth year MD or DO student wants to eventually become an orthopedic surgeon, he or she must apply to interview at the programs the student would like to train with. There is a screening process based on data all students submit. There is no guarantee...
Editor's note: Dr. Tomczak's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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Racoon slippers? |
Source: Submitted by Dr. David Alper
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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.
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/
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DIABETIC LIMB SALVAGE & WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP — MICHIGAN
Beaumont Hospital 12-month diabetic limb-Salvage, wound care and reconstructive fellowship. The fellowship will enhance and refine the skills of residency-trained Podiatric Surgeons. Heavy focus on diabetic limb-salvage surgery, wound care, research, and elective surgery. Please email your CV to Randy.Semma@beaumont.org
FULL TIME PODIATRIST - NEW JERSEY
We are a fast-growing podiatry practice in New Jersey with multiple locations and Doctors. We are currently looking for a full-time motivated and caring Doctor to join our busy practice. Some benefits include: competitive six-figure salary, generous, guaranteed bonus structure, health insurance (including vision & dental), paid vacation time off, paid malpractice insurance and CME time off. Great prospects for experienced Doctors as well as new Associates. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your Podiatric medical and surgical experience in an office-based practice! If interested, please submit your CV to DrSamofal@PodiatryCenterNJ.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 – 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
ASSOCIATE & FELLOWSHIP POSITION - SOUTHWEST, FL
Work where you want to live. Supportive environment, Sunny SW FL, build your surgical boards cases quickly, busy, modern, technologically advanced offices. ABFAS BC/BQ a must, EMR, CT, DME, Base salary + bonus, PTO, 401K, health ins. 1 ACFAS fellowship position also DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - FLORIDA, SOUTH CAROLINA, AND GEORGIA
Join a podiatric team whose work positively impacts the lives of seniors every day! KG Health Partners, the largest podiatric practice in Florida, is seeking full and part-time podiatrists who will provide mobile-based lower extremity care to residents living in long-term facilities throughout the states of Florida, South Carolina, and Georgia. Achieve work-life balance with a Monday through Friday schedule, competitive wages, malpractice insurance, and exceptional benefits for full-time employees (health, paid time off, 401K retirement plan with company match). You must maintain active Medicare and State licenses. Email CV to kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
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 – 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 - 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
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