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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 16,067 Podiatrists Daily
October 16, 2014 #5, 191  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PM PODIATRY HALL OF FAME NEWS | |
APMA National to Host PM Podiatry Hall of Fame Luncheon
Podiatry Management (PM) and the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) have announced that the PM Podiatry Hall of Fame Luncheon will be held on Friday July 24, 2015 in conjunction with the APMA National Scientific Meeting at the Marriott World in Orlando, FL. PM News editor Barry H. Block, DPM, JD will be the master of ceremonies for this roast-style event.
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Podiatry Management’s Hall of Fame luncheon was created to recognize a podiatrist's and a non-DPM’s accomplishments in the podiatric medical profession. The ticket proceeds from the luncheon benefit the APMA Educational Foundation Student Scholarship Fund. To date, these luncheons have raised over $200,000 for podiatric students.
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| PODIATRISTS AND POLITICS | |
Ohio Veterans United Endorses OH Podiatrist for Congress
Ohio Veterans United has announced the endorsement of Congressman Dr. Brad Wenstrup for re-election to U.S. Congress in the Ohio 2nd Congressional District. The announcement was made by Harry Prestanski, executive director and founding member of Ohio Veterans United. “Ohio Veterans United is very proud to endorse our fellow veteran, Brad Wenstrup,” said Prestanski.
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Dr. Brad Wenstrup |
In Feb. 1998 Wenstrup accepted a commission with the U.S. Army Reserve and later served with the 344th Combat Support Hospital in Iraq as the podiatrist and the Chief of Surgery, as well as the Director of the Wound Care Clinic. Major Wenstrup was also the assistant to the Deputy Commander of Clinical Services. For his service and actions in Iraq, Wenstrup was awarded the Bronze Star and Combat Action Badge. He has continued his service in the U.S. Army Reserve as a Lieutenant Colonel.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
IL Podiatrist Joins Rezin Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
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Rezin Orthopedics and Sports Medicine has announced that foot and ankle surgeon Dr. Kyle T. Pearson has joined its team. Pearson earned his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from Des Moines University, where he was the top clinical ranking student. He completed his residency as Chief Surgical Resident at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Pearson has advanced training to treat children and adults with foot and ankle injuries.
Source: Morris Daily Herald [10/14/14]
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ACE USA and RPS Healthcare Expand Podiatrist Professional Liability Coverage
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid guidelines and rules resulted in a record number of investigations and enforcement actions in 2011. ACE Medical Risk, a division of ACE USA, has responded through an endorsement that increases limits on Medicare/Medicaid legal expense reimbursements, raising coverage limits from $30,000 to $50,000 per action, with an annual aggregate of $50,000. This product is underwritten by companies within the ACE Group, an A.M. Best “A+” rated carrier, and is offered to podiatrists exclusively by RPS Healthcare, National Program Administrator of the Podiatry PLUS programs and one of the largest wholesalers and the largest Managing General Agent in the country. For more information Call 800-397-9697 ext 2646.
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Antipersirant Doubles Up as a Blister Buster: UK Podiatrist
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There are some clever ways to reuse your beauty products. Before you rush out and buy new cosmetics, try one of these ingenious bathroom cabinet solutions. Anti-perspirant doubles up as a blister buster. "Sweating increases moisture levels in feet, which creates the perfect environment, with friction, for blisters," says podiatrist Dina Gohil. "This is why using anti-perspirant deodorant will help prevent [blisters]." Gohil suggests spraying the anti-perspirant over the feet or smearing gel inside a shoe.
Source: Daily Mirror [10/14/14]
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| PM JURY VERDICT REPORTER | |
Alleged Negligent Removal of Neuromas (NY)
Facts: The plaintiff, in her 40s, who had undergone surgery to remove two neuromas situated between adjacent interspaces between the toes, contended that the defendant acted in a negligent fashion by deciding to remove two adjacent neuromas in the same surgery. The plaintiff contended that the defendant thereby increased the risk of injury needlessly, and that she suffered neurological injury.
The defendant maintained that removing the neuromas during one surgery is acceptable and obviates the...
Editor's note: The complete summary can be read here.
Result: The jury found that the defendant was not negligent.
Plaintiff's expert witness: Jordan Rachlin, DPM, Hartsdale, NY.
Defendant's expert witnesses: Michael Trepal, DPM, Brooklyn, NY, Edwin Wolf, DPM, NY, NY.
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| QUERIES NON-CLINICAL | |
Query: Nursing Home Billing Service
Soon, I will be seeing patients as a contract physician in a long-term facility for the hospital I am on staff at. I will need to do my own billing outside of my current office where I work as an associate. Can anyone recommend a user-friendly online billing service that is not too expensive, so that I can do my own billing at home?
Laura Shea, DPM, Chicago, IL.
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| QUERIES (EMR) | |
Query: Office Ally (Paid Version)
I am looking for reviews Office Ally's (Paid Version) EMR/EHR. We currently submit claims through them only, and use Amazing Charts for our EMR system. We need a single source for our practice management needs. OA is great for claims submission and I am hoping their PAID EHR is close in terms of ease of use.
David Kahan, DPM, Sacramento, CA.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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There once was a woman who lived in a shoe... |
The Shoe House, built in 1948 in Hellam, PA, was by far "Colonel" Mahlon N. Haines' most outlandish advertising gimmick. It is a wood frame structure covered with wire lath and coated with a cement stucco. It measures 48 ft. in length, 17 ft. in width at the widest part, and 25 ft. in height. The interior consists of five different levels and contains three bedrooms, two baths, a kitchen and a living room.
Source: shoehouse.us.
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PRACTICE FOR SALE - LONG ISLAND
30+ year old practice located on a busy street. Referrals from Doctors, Senior residence and Hospital in the community. Neighborhood is very family oriented. Good mix of general podiatry, sports injuries, DME; seniors, working population and children. Please contact: drlschwartz@hotmail.com.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - CORONADO, CALIFORNIA
Ppractice on beautiful Coronado Island. 2 blocks from beach and right across the bridge to San Diego. Well- established 30 plus years. all aspects of podiatry including surgery. New patients and referrals from doctors in and around community. Hospital and senior residence blocks away. Priced to sell. Ready for immediate transition. pestibear@gmail.com.
SPACE TO SHARE - MANHATTAN AND LI
Desirable locations on Upper East Side, Gramercy, the Financial District, and Plainview (North Shore Long Island). Extremity MRI and cat scan available in selected offices. Call 516 476-1815 PODO2345@AOL.COM.
FELLOWSHIP POSITION - NAPLES, FL
Reconstructive Ankle /Rearfoot, Ex Fix, arthroscopy fellowship. Must have 3 years residency + Board Qualified RRA by ABPS. 1 year spot. FL license. LOI and LOR from director required. $50,000 stipend. Start 1/2015 or 8/2015. mny1029@gmail.com.
ASC STAFF PRIVILEGES AVAILABLE - NEW JERSEY
Fair Lawn ASC (ambulatory surgical center) is accepting applications for staff privileges. NJ license needed. Patient transportation available in the tri state area. Equity buy-in available. Call 516 476-1815 PODO2345@AOL.COM.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LONG ISLAND
Seeking a personable, well rounded individual in a busy Long Island practice, that has a good personality and is self-motivated. Must have willingness to provide exceptional care for pt’s. Office has w/ EHR, digital x-rays, DME. If you are looking to build a career then send letter of interest and CV to lifootdr@yahoo.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – BRIDGEVIEW, IL
Seeking a highly motivated Podiatrist for a part-time position (two to three days a week) mainly performing home visits, with potential for growth. Transportation, equipment, and a medical assistant are provided to assist the podiatrist. Call 708-477-6512 or email podiatry_123@yahoo.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MICHIGAN
Professional Foot & Ankle Centers of Davison and Lapeer is seeking personable and self-motivated associate(s) looking to build a career and long-term relationship/partnership. Must have PM&S 36 or equivalent training with a good work ethic and strong surgical skills. ER call and affiliation with a major wound care center is available. Modern offices with EMR and a fantastic staff. Competitive salary, bonus, benefits. E-mail CV with cover letter to: contactus@professionalfoot.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – PART TIME – NEW JERSEY
Very busy practice is seeking a PT associate in the Toms River, NJ area. Office is state of the art with electronic EHR, digital x-rays, ultrasound and fully trained medical assistants. High RNC. Must have great people skills, bedside manner, and positive demeanor. Please email toesec@aol.com. Looking for associate to start ASAP.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TAMPA
Well established, multi-doctor practice in the Tampa Bay area. Preference to PSR 24+/Florida license. High-tech, EMR, digital x-rays, sports medicine, surgery. No NH/HMOs. Excellent hospital privileges available. C.V. to dpmfc@tampabay.rr.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – OH
If you are…a “Buckeye” at heart & want to practice in a small town in the fastest growing county in Ohio; an achiever and know how to work hard for your goals. If you want your patients to know you personally and call you by your first name. to work with 3 podiatrists who deliver quality care with compassion and continually strive to improve; to join a stable thriving practice experiencing increased revenues of 66% in the past 5 years. Send your CV to
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTH CAROLINA
South Carolina's largest provider of foot care is a multi-doctor, multi-location practice currently seeking a highly skilled, personable, and hardworking physician to join our TEAM. South Carolina License is necessary and December 2014 is next exam date. Above average salary and benefits. Please send Letter of Interest and CV to scdpmjobs@gmail.com.
INDIANAPOLIS-BASED PODIATRY GROUP SEEKING FULL-TIME HOSPITALIST PODIATRIST
Very busy established practice has an immediate position available for a full-time hospital on-call podiatrist. We service two of the largest hospital organizations in Indianapolis and are in need of a hospital podiatrist to manage a high volume call schedule with 2 office clinic days per week. PSR-24 Required. Base salary plus commission, benefits and malpractice included. Contact Marla Watson, Practice Manager: marlakwatson@aol.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION, IMMEDIATE – NORTHERN CALIFORNIA/SF EAST BAY
We’re seeking a podiatrist to join multi-office practice, immediate opening. Must have great people skills, bedside manner, and positive demeanor. California license required. No nursing home visits. Prefer private practice experience. Send CV and cover letter to: ebpod2008@gmail.com.
PODIATRISTS WANTED FOR NAIL CLINICS – MULTIPLE STATES
Need additional income/patients for your existing practice? We provide Pinpointe FootLaser, training, and patients- you get paid for treating. Needed only in: Honolulu, Hartford, Boston, Indianapolis, Charlotte, Nashville, Houston, San Francisco. We can also work with practices that already own Pinpointe. Contact corporate@lasernailtherapy.com for info.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - FULL TIME/PART TIME IN WISCONSIN
Opportunities to serve residents of long-term care facilities in Wisconsin. High earning potential with competitive benefits as part of a 40 year old company for the right candidate. Contact ckestner@preferredpodiatry.com for additional information.
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