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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 15,264 Podiatrists Daily
October 22, 2013 #4,895  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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Change in This Week's PM Quick Poll
Shortly after we launched this week's quickpoll on Saturday afternoon, we modified the choices to reflect the number of meetings instead of the specific meetings you plan to attend. If you were one of the 45 podiatrists who responded to the initial question, we ask you to redo the poll. As always, we count only the last response received from a particular IP address in our tabulations. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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| HOSPITAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
IL Podiatrist Joins Hospital's Orthopedic Staff
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Dr. Sarah Anderson has joined the orthopedics department at Carle Foundation Hospital. Anderson received her doctor of podiatric medicine degree from Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, North Chicago.
Source: Champaign News Gazette [10/20/13]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
NY Podiatrist Wants to Build Shoe Museum in Manhattan
This Park Ave. pad has a lot of sole. Celebrity podiatrist Dr. Suzanne Levine is selling her office of 25 years — a maisonette near 78th Street that has brought in actresses, directors, and heads of state. Now she’s looking for a creative buyer for the $1.25 million medical space, bringing her one step closer to fulfilling her dream of opening the city’s first shoe museum.
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Dr. Suzanne Levine (Photo: Angel Chevrestt) |
“This is the shoe capital of the world,” Levine told The Post. “I feel it’s my purpose in life to build a shoe museum in New York City, where you have access to all kinds of shoes.”
Source: Kate Briquelet, NY Post [10/20/13]
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| FOOT AND ANKLE RELATED RESEARCH | |
Prevalence of Vitamin D Deficiency in Patients with Foot and Ankle Injuries
Vitamin D deficiency has been identified as one of the most common causes of fragility fractures and poor fracture healing. Although rates of vitamin D deficiency have been delineated in various orthopedic populations, little is known about the prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in patients with foot and ankle disorders. The goal of this study was to identify the prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in patients with a low energy fracture of the foot or ankle.
Hypovitaminosis D was common among patients with a foot or ankle injury seen at our institution. Patients with a low energy fracture of the foot or ankle were at particular risk for low vitamin D, especially if they smoked, were obese, or had other medical risk factors. Given that supplementation with vitamin D (+– calcium) has been shown to reduce the risk of fragility fractures and improve fracture healing; monitoring of 25–OH vitamin D, and supplementation should be considered in patients with fractures.
Source: Smith JT, et al., Foot & Ankle International via MDLinx [10/16/13]
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| QUERIES (EMR) | |
Query: SkyCare
I received a phone call on Friday. I was advised that the caller represented SkyCare (previously Platinum MD) and they wanted information to see if I qualified for a $15,000 to $20,000 refund from CMS if I billed Medicare or Medicaid over $20,000 during this past year. Has anyone else been contacted or does anyone have experience with this company? What were your results?
Chuck Ross, DPM, Pittsfield, MA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
From: Robert T Morris, III, DPM
In short, reactions are not common and the data is questionable. Brackett writes: "apparent cross-reactivity responses to sulfonamide-containing drugs likely represent multiple concurrent, rather than linked, drug hypersensitivities." Additionally, Knowles expounds "reports showing lack of cross-reactivity balance the few case reports suggesting cross-reactivity." These quotes are per the articles cited below, which were found through a simple google search (which will lead you to PubMed.org - a wonderful website with a wealth of academic literature).
Brackett CC. Sulfonamide allergy and cross-reactivity. Curr Allergy Asthma Rep. 2007;7(1):41-8. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17504660]
Knowles S, Shapiro L, Shear NH. Should celecoxib be contraindicated in patients who are allergic to sulfonamides? Revisiting the meaning of 'sulfa' allergy. Drug Saf. 2001;24(4):239-47. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11330653]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
From: Simon Young, DPM
Thank you, Dr. Rosenblatt, for the informative article and post. We must look at the whole patient. Not every heel pain is plantar fasciitis, not all 1st MPJ pain is due to a bunion. Although I am a fan of the KISS (keep it simple) principle, if symptoms persists, start looking for other causes.
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From: Barbara Aung, DPM
I am a solo practitioner. Two years ago, I became a certified coder and a certified medical auditor through AAPC. I am also a member of the APMA Coding Committee.
I do understand your concerns, and definitely, at first glance, it does seem that ICD-10 for practitioners will be extremely challenging. Podiatrists, as a whole, have been...
Editor's note: Dr. Aung's extended-length letter can be read here.
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From: Peter Bregman, DPM
I did not notice an MTHFR test or a serum fasting insulin test. Standard Vit B is usually not a culprit. Of course, an epidermal nerve fiber density test is also important for small fiber neuropathy. Having said that, I would like to add that in light of negative blood work in the face of peripheral neuropathy, there is a very good chance that you are dealing with nerve entrapment(s). EMG/NCV tests are not to be relied upon.
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 1
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Ed Stein
I met Dr. Stein once or twice during the New York Clinical Conference. He was very nice and cordial. I urge people to tell a mentor, friend, or colleague what you think of them when they are alive, as well as memorializing them after their deaths.
Simon Young, DPM, NY, NY
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 2
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| CLASSIFIED ADS |
PRACTICE FOR SALE - CENTRAL NY SYRACUSE SUBURB
Disability forces quick sale of well-established 25+ year practice. Grossing 460,000. Fully equipped with pedorthist on staff. Brick building with apartment above office rented to same tenant 10+ years. Will sell practice and lease space or sell building along with this well rounded practice. High physician referral base. Respond to: instepwithpodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATION POSITION – TX
Are you looking for a permanent practice home? Do you have great biomechanics skills and maybe not so interested in ankle surgery? Are you highly motivated and ready to work in the Grapevine, Keller or Bedford area? If you answered yes to any of these questions, email: newfaantassociate@yahoo.com Put Hire Me in the subject line.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - DAYTON, OHIO
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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 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 wanted for well-established practice in central Florida. Experienced support staff, malpractice coverage and health insurance provided. Excellent opportunity for a promising future. To apply please go to www.yourcareerinpodiatry.com
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
CENTRAL KENTUCKY DIABETES MANAGEMENT FELLOWSHIP
Directed by Dr. Jonathan Moore of Cumberland Foot and Ankle Centers of Kentucky, this non-accredited, 1-year fellowship starts in July and offers a wide variety of training opportunities that focus on diabetes, but span a wide variety of pathologies and unique training opportunities. Work hands-on with our office administration team to learn ICD-10. Our on-staff certified orthotist, physical therapist, shoe store staff, MRI director and other team members will make this the most valuable training year of your career. Generous stipend, benefits, and free housing. Learn more at www.myhappyfoot.com (click the Fellowship Tab). Send CVs to jmoore@aappm.org.
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - MEDICAL CABINETS AND PODIATRY CHAIRS
Medical cabinets, podiatry chairs and sonicator for sale (Long Island Office). Click here for photos and details.
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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