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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 14,864 Podiatrists Daily
October 15, 2013 #4,889  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| HOSPITAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
PA Podiatrist is Key Member of Wound Healing Team
Southwest Regional Medical Center’s Wound Care & Hyperbaric Center, a member of the Healogics network, treats chronic wounds with underlying conditions, and offers non-invasive testing for P.A.D. It also counsels patients on managing the illness which can, if left untreated, lead to lower limb amputation and death.
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(L-R) Woundcare nurse Darla Mylan and Dr. Darlene Saheta |
A key member of the wound healing healthcare team is podiatrist Darlene N. Saheta, DPM. Dr. Saheta graduated from the Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine and completed her residency at the Mt. Sinai School of Medicine.
Source: Washington Observer-Reporter [10/9/13]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY- PART 1 | |
TX Podiatrist is Emcee for NAACP Beautillion
Chivalry is said to be a thing of the past in today’s society, but at this year’s Beautillion presented by the Harrison County-Marshall, Texas Branch of the NAACP, the 14 participants proved that it’s very much alive and appreciated. The emcee, Dr. Selwynn Willis, a podiatrist in Longview, was an example to participants that they, too, can follow their dreams when they surround themselves in positive things.
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Dr. Selwynn Willis |
“I think they would see from the past beaus, from people who are in leadership positions now, that this program is not a play thing,” said Willis.
Source: Robin Y. Richardson, Marshall News Messenger [10/13/13]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
NY Podiatrist Excellence in Academics and Clinical Research Award
The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, USA has awarded Tahir Khan, DPM, MD, MPH, PhD with the “Excellence in Academics and Clinical Research Award”. Dr. Khan, currently a Chief Resident at the United States Department of Veterans Affairs New York Harbor Healthcare System, received the Nation’s Highest Volunteer Service Award from President Barack Obama earlier this year.
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Dr. Tahir Khan (L) receives award |
With numerous publications in various journals, Dr. Khan is a leading podiatric researcher and lower extremity limb salvage expert.
Source: NYC News [10/12/13]
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| PUBLISHED PODIATRISTS | |
Irish Golfing Great Credits Book by CA Podiatrist for Shaping His Thoughts
When Golfing great Padraig Harrington talks, winners listen, and many of Ireland's finest coaches — Declan Kidney (2009 Grand Slam), Brian Cody (2009 All-Ireland), Conor Counihan (2010 All-Ireland), Jim Gavin (2013 All-Ireland) — have profited from knocking on his door.
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Dr. Thomas Amberry |
But to whom does Harrington turn? One of the books that shaped his thoughts was Free Throw — a book by Dr. Tom Amberry, a then 72-year-old basketball-loving podiatrist, who entered the Guinness Book of Records for sinking 2,750 shots in a row from the free throw line.
Source: Paul Kimmage, Ireland Independent, [10/13/13]
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| SUCCESS TIPS FROM THE MASTERS | |
Bret Ribotsky: If it's more lucrative to make orthotics than to do surgery, why are we losing this opportunity to pedorthists and chiropractors?
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Dr. Kevin Kirby |
Kevin Kirby: I don’t think students have a choice. The residency model has them becoming surgeons. I think the death of biomechanics is requiring students to complete three years of training with minimal exposure to biomechanic training. Required today are 75 biomechanical exams; that is, two a month over the three years. So, when these students start practice, they forget what they had learned in podiatry school.
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World Congress of Podiatry |
Meet the Masters will not be aired this week because of the World Congress of Podiatry. The next show, recorded at the World Congress of Podiatry in Rome will be aired on October 22. You can register for this event by clicking here
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Ensure Cooperation
People generally do what you expect them to do. So make requests and give instructions as if their cooperation is a sure thing.
Examples:“I know you’re someone I can count on.” “Thanks in advance for …” “Once you finish …” “When you have …” “I know you will want to …” “After you have …”
Source: Adapted from Meryl Runion’s SpeakStrong via Communication Briefings [October 2013]
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: Excessive Hyperkeratosis with Erythema in Diabetic
A 51 year old male was referred to me with an incredible amount of painful hyperkeratotic build-up, with some fissures on the bottom of his feet with surrounding erythema. He stated that this began 11 months ago. At the time, he was diagnosed with diabetes, which he now controlled with Metformin. He also takes blood pressure and cholesterol meds. I trimmed off some of the keratotic skin with a sterile nail clipper and placed him in Silipos gel heel cups. Is there an exfoliant for him that my colleagues might recommend? What might be the cause of this condition? Any ideas on how to get rid of it?
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
From: Stephen Musser, DPM
From what I noticed from observing his upper extremity (lack of arm swing and position of his hand/wrist), there appears to be an underlying neurological element involved. Also, he appears to internally rotate on the left lower extremity. As others have duly noted, a neurology consult is indicated.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
From: Stephen Musser, DPM
File/grind the implant material to below subchondral bone (if possible). Flush out (a lot) and reposition it as an end-to-end fusion. Consider using an MPC-type material to hold the toe in alignment. Keep us posted.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
RE: HIPAA Craziness
From: Tip Sullivan, DPM
I have been reading the posts in PM News regarding cameras and HIPAA, charting and HIPAA, such and such and HIPAA, etc. Will we one day see common sense and HIPAA? I suppose that personal information could actually be used to injure our patients - like identity theft, but this HIPAA craze is far more than protecting our patients from Identity theft. It is just another way we allow our government to rule our lives.
We have let the camel stick its nose in another one of our tents and the next thing you know, before we realize how it happened, we will be sitting outside the tent looking in, and the camel will be in our tent all warm and snug. I don’t know about other physicians, but the people I treat don’t care about HIPAA! They think it is as crazy as I do. How does one get in trouble for a HIPAA violation? Is Big Brother watching us? Are there HIPAA Nazis out there? How much does HIPAA and HIPAA enforcement cost us as tax payers? “We the people” are most likely paying for some HIPAA patrol to seek and destroy all the deadly HIPAA violators out here. Why do we put all this brain power, effort, time, and money into HIPAA when there are so many other things that should take priority? It just seems crazy.
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 1
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Shakespeare and Foot Issues
My son had to read Romeo and Juliet for school and I decided to read it also. This is from Act 1, scene 5 Capulet.
"Welcome, gentlemen! Ladies that have their toes Ah, my mistresses! Which of you all unplagued with corns will walk a bout with you.— Will now deny to dance? She that makes dainty, She, I’ll swear, hath corns. Am I come near ye now?"
Doug Dickson, DPM, North Syracuse, NY
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 2
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| CLASSIFIED ADS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PENNSYLVANIA
Associate Wanted for busy, multifaceted podiatry practice in Chester and Delaware counties, Pennsylvania. Seeking PSR-24/36 trained podiatrist for full/part time associate position. Two offices and hospital privileges. Send CV and letter to: 123bunion@gmail.com
PODIATRIST WANTED - MN
We are seeking highly motivated, experienced and enthusiastic associate’s to join our successful, well-established practice, we currently have 6 locations and plans to add more, throughout Minnesota. The practice incorporates surgery, wound care, sports medicine and general podiatry. This opportunity offers an excellent salary, bonus and % commission with benefits, also an opportunity to become an associate down the road. PPMR/PSR required. Email CV to: kpepple@midwestpodiatrycenters.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTHWEST, FL
R U a SuperStar? PM&S36 or PSR24. Comfort W Recon surgery. Hardworking w/o Ego. Excellent salary, benefits, chance at partnership. ABPS BC/BQ required RRA. Send CV, Tell why you are a superstar. mny1029@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE – NEW YORK AND/OR NEW JERSEY
Hard work, grueling hours, and low pay. Seeking a top producer only. We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic associate to join our well-established practice. Send resume to footcomfort@outlook.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL FLORIDA
Associate position for busy practice in Central Florida. Competitive salary with complete benefit package available. Please send resume to: cmedders@atlanticpodiatry.com
PODIATRIST WANTED - NEW JERSEY
Busy Northern New Jersey podiatry practice needs board certified podiatrist participating with Blue Cross/ Blue Shield to work in office one day a week to start. Email resume to minggao@optonline.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CT (GREENWICH, FAIRFIELD AND NORTH HAVEN)
Join one of the largest podiatric groups in Connecticut. Well-established and progressive offices, including EMR, digital x-ray, vascular and NCV studies, Pinpointe and CO2 lasers, diagnostic ultrasound and electrical stimulation therapy. You can expect a full schedule of patients the day you start, and a very competitive salary. For more info www.greatfootcare.com. Send resume to:Dr.Kassaris@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE – NEW JERSEY
Podiatrist needed for an expanding practice in Bergen County. Will be required to perform house calls. Very competitive salary plus incentives. Must be motivated and willing to build a practice. Please email resume to: medicinenj66@yahoo.com
SPACE AVAILABLE – BUFFALO GROVE, IL
Fully equipped podiatry office in Buffalo Grove, Illinois is looking for a podiatrist to share a space. Please email: jdhr2011@yahoo.com.
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE – USED PINPOINTE LASER
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE -DIOWAVE 15 WATT, PORTABLE. 980 LASER
This is a used multiple function laser, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, joint pain. nerve pain, post surgical, warts toenail problems , two year plus warranty, MSRP: 18,500 E mail Dr. Zuckerman at: footcare@comcast.net. for questions and pricing .
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - 2012 PINPOINTE FOOTLASER
FDA-cleared treatment for toenail fungus. Used only 30 times. Doc closing practice. Paid 66K asking 42K or best offer. Buyer pays shipping from Arizona. rmfleck@cableone.net or call Robin at 928-443-0943 Thursday or Fridays 8-5.PST.
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