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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,483 Subscribers Daily
October 24, 2018 #6,293  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| STATE PODIATRY NEWS | |
CPMA Recognizes State Representative
The Connecticut Podiatric Medical Association, comprised of more than 200 doctors of podiatric medicine, has recognized state Rep. Pam Staneski for her advocacy of legislation that updates the scope of practice of podiatry to make their surgical services more available to patients in Connecticut.
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The podiatrists also praised Staneski’s opposition to higher taxes on healthcare and medical professionals. Proposals for a “medical provider tax” have been discussed at the legislature for a number of years but were not enacted during the deliberations over reducing the state’s budget deficit. The group also thanked Staneski for her support of adequate funding for the Medicaid program that provides healthcare services to hundreds of thousands of Connecticut residents. Podiatric services are provided to enrollees of the program.
Source: The Orange Times [10/22/18]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
OR Podiatrist Relocating to New Zealand
Dr. Stacey Clarke, a local podiatrist, will soon be practicing in New Zealand. “I had been wanting to do patient care, and I wanted to look outside the traditional U.S. model because of insurance,” Clarke said. “Online, I found all kinds of recruiters and options.” She uploaded her resume to a recruiter in New Zealand, and three weeks later she had a job offer. Not having been in the job market for 28 years, she didn’t know what to expect, so she was pleasantly surprised.
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“I had a WhatsApp interview with the CEO of the company and the co-workers, and the rest of the process has been trying to get my work visa,” she said. Once Clarke has her 30-month work visa in hand, she has 60 days to get across the water and set foot in the country. Dr. Clarke said she looks forward to living in a different country with a multicultural environment, which includes Pacific Islanders, the indigenous Maori and the Kiwi people. In contrast to the U.S., New Zealand has a public health system, and she is eager to learn about that, too.
Source: Trish Yerges, La Grande Observer [10/22/18]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
“Walking is America’s cure for obesity and mental health”: OH Podiatrist
The City of Delaware and the Delaware County Diabetes Association (DCDA) have joined together to combine two events into one big party. Saturday, Oct. 27, the city will host both the Pumpkin Run 5K and the Sweet Feat 5K Walk, which will be held at Mingo Park. “With exercise, the habits should start young,” DCDA President Jane Graebner, DPM said. “Exercise has to become part of everybody’s lifestyle, and when you can do it as a family, it no longer is drudgery. It’s a way of enjoying each other and be a part of the community, and it’s for a good cause.”
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Dr. Graebner, a podiatrist who owns the Foot and Ankle Wellness Center located in Delaware, has served as the president of DCDA since 2015. She said the Sweet Feat Walk is DCDA’s biggest source of exposure and strongly believes “walking is America’s cure for obesity and mental health.”
Source: Dillon Davis, Delaware Gazette [10/20/18]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 3 | |
Woman Drives Car into MI Podiatry Office
A Bruce Township woman drove her Jeep Grand Cherokee through the outer wall and window of a podiatry office in Sterling Heights on Monday morning. The woman was entering the office of Foot & Ankle Specialists of Southeast Michigan’s Sterling Heights/Troy office at approximately 8:30 a.m. when the driver apparently confused the gas pedal and the brake, causing the vehicle to lunge forward into the building and crash into the lobby.
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Woman Drives Car into MI Podiatry Office |
Sterling Heights police confirmed the accident but could not provide additional details. An employee of the clinic who contacted The Macomb Daily said no one was hurt. Dr. Eric Kissel was on hand to help remove the women from her car and check for injuries. “We were not expecting to start off the work week in this manner,” Kissel said. ”However, we are very thankful that no one was injured and that we have the resources available to still assist patients counting on us for their podiatry needs.” All patients scheduled to see the podiatrists were quickly moved to the Foot & Ankle Specialists’ Warren office just a few miles away.
Source: Macomb Daily [10/22/18]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
Limb Preservation Center Named After Canadian Podiatrist
Physicians, Calgary Health Trust brass and members of the Zivot family gathered Sept. 26 at Peter Lougheed Centre for the naming of the Zivot Limb Preservation Center in honor of the donor, Mark Zivot, DPM. The centre will continue to provide care to patients through podiatric surgeons along with a multi-disciplinary team dedicated to reducing the impact of lower limb amputations.
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This generous $1-million donation through Calgary Health Trust will help to enhance world-class care for patients managing diabetes and vascular disease and at risk of amputation of feet and lower limbs. The Limb Preservation Center opened to patients in October 2016, and will continue to provide care to approximately 6,500 patients each year.
Source: Bill Brooks, Calgary Herald [10/20/18]
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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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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Front Office Billing Tips - Part 4
If you want your billing and collections to be as smooth and effective as possible, you need to make sure everybody on your team is doing their part.
4. Double-check before patients leave the office. When patients get to check-out, your front desk still has to complete a few remaining billing tasks. Have the staff review the superbill or encounter form. Collect any additional money due from self-pay patients or procedures that were performed beyond a standard office visit. Make it as easy as possible for patients to pay. Allow payments through mobile devices, credit cards, patient portals, and also by old-fashioned bank checks. If the patients cannot pay in full, refer them to the back office to get on a payment plan.
Source: Avery Hurt, Physicians Practice [10/15/18]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM NEWS QUICKPOLLS) | |
From: Michael Forman, DPM
I used Dragon for approximately two years. I recall speaking to a Dragon rep who promised me a 99% accuracy rate. I am not sure what my average length of a dictated note is currently, but I know that our notes are longer and longer. If the Dragon promise of 99% accuracy is true, you will have one error in your transcription in a 100-word note. You can do the math for longer notes. So, you say, one mistake isn't so bad. In Helsinki, Donald Trump mis-spoke the word "would" for "wouldn't", which changed his entire presentation. You get the idea. I am addicted to cable news which provides closed caption viewing. I am sure a cable network used the best closed caption software possible, yet some of the messages are incredibly wrong, sometimes hysterical.
I know you are going to advise me to re-read my note, and of course that is the best option even if we do not use voice activated dictation. My problem with that is - I don't want to. I would like to hear which audio dictation system my colleagues find best. Yes, you can teach on old dog new tricks.
Michael Forman, DPM, Cleveland, OH
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 1 | |
The Passing of Jeffrey J. Bernardone, DPM
Dr. Jeffrey J. Bernardone of Mansfield, 60, peacefully passed away at home on Sunday, Oct. 21, 2018 after a long battle with multiple sclerosis. He was a graduate of the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, and completed his residency there.
Dr. Bernardone had a private practice in Quincy, worked at the VA hospital in Boston, and was affiliated with Quincy and Carney hospitals and several nursing homes on the South Shore until he was stricken with MS over 23 years ago.
Source: The Sun Chronicle [10/22/18]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
It is always sad to see friends for many years pass away. Dr. Stuart Bass will be greatly missed as he was the rock who kept the podiatry alumni associations from both Civic Hospital and Kern Hospital active for many years. He was also very instrumental in the education of many podiatrists in the residency programs, primarily in the Michigan area, as well as other regions in the country. I extend my deepest sympathy to his loving family. Stuart will always be remembered as a wonderful person who will be also missed by the podiatry profession.
Steven J Berlin, DPM
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Source: Suhandan Ozay Demirkan via Virtual Shoe Museum
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Diabetic Limb Salvage Fellowship
Two positions for a 12-month Diabetic Limb Salvage fellowship beginning July 1, 2019. Candidates must complete a podiatry residency by June 30, 2019 and be eligible for a Texas Podiatric Medical License. Training involves all aspect of diabetic foot management. Curriculum focuses on surgical limb salvage, and medical management of the complex, high-risk diabetic patients at risk for limb loss. Interested candidates should email their CV, personal statement and three (3) letters of recommendation to Tomeka.bennett@utsouthwestern.edu UT Southwestern is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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MEETING NOTICES
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 1 -ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST NEEDED ASAP (AND JULY 2019) - MARYLAND
Looking for enthusiastic, industrious podiatrist to join Foot and Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic practice in Wheaton and Rockville/ Shady Grove, Maryland. Surgical boards and ties to Maryland preferred. Good benefits and a competitive base salary with incentives. The position is available immediately but I am also interested in hiring another in July 2019. If you are interested in this opportunity, please respond to aspector@footandankle-usa.com with your resume, comments and questions. I look forward to hearing from you. Adam K. Spector DPM, FASPS, Partner, Foot and Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic, Wheaton/Shady Grove Division, 301-949-3668
LOCUM NEEDED – MARCH – JUNE, 2019 CALGARY, ALBERTA
Podiatrist needed for private practice in Calgary, Alberta. No call. Position is full-time, Monday through Friday. Opportunity to become an associate or partnership position. Please contact jessica@ualberta.net or 403-266-2700 for more information. Priority given to Canadian citizens or permanent residents.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NASSAU COUNTY, NY
Exciting opportunity! Busy Nassau County, NY office seeks full-time podiatrist. State of the art facility. Complete EMR, digital radiograph and diagnostic ultrasound. Excellent salary and benefits. Must be board qualified. Please e-mail resume to: Medicalofficeinquiry@gmail.com, or call: 516-902-1073
ASSOCIATE POSITION - KANSAS CITY
Our busy, multi-office practice is still growing and needs another doctor who understands the importance of creating an amazing patient experience as much as providing great medical care. You will be working with supportive doctors and staff who are committed to your success. Go to: www.YourFutureInPodiatry.com for full details.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - UPSTATE NY
Excellent opportunity to start your career in a fresh practice! Seeking an associate to join, grow, and become partner. Key attributes: Board Qualified/Certified, self-starter, willingness to build practice. Looking for a motivated individual to contribute to our growth through all aspects of podiatry. Please send CV to: docryanlee@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO
Seeking a hard-working, board eligible/certified podiatric physician for our growth oriented practice. January 1, 2019 start date is preferred. This full-time position assumes coverage at well-established location. To learn more about us, visit www.ankleandfootcare.com. Please email your CV to Michael Vallas, Practice Administrator at mike@ankleandfootcare.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TENNESSEE
Village Podiatry Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of Extremity Healthcare, Inc. is growing and seeking board qualified/certified associates with a Tennessee license. Ideal candidates have 3-5 years’ experience and knowledge of coding/billing, and desire to excel while utilizing our practice owned ancillaries. Our successful model is built to enrich the physicians and their efforts. Serious inquiries only to Tony Brzezicki, Human Resources, at tbrzezicki@extremityhc.com. Starting salary will be based on experience and the value you bring to the practice. EHI also offers a competitive benefits package.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WASHINGTON, DC
Growing, well-established practice seeking well-trained, hard-working surgical trained podiatrist. Practice with concentration in foot & ankle surgery as well as sports medicine. Excellent referral base. Downtown location. Full benefits package. Please send CV to WDCDPM@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - UPSTATE SOUTH CAROLINA
Busy two physician practice in Upstate South Carolina seeking highly motivated, ethical associate. PSR-36 trained. High surgery case load. Competitive benefits & salary. Send CV to upstatescpodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – FLORIDA
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 foot, ankle, and lower leg care to residents living in long-term facilities throughout Florida. 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 Florida licenses. Email CV to kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - UPSTATE AND WESTERN NEW YORK
Looking for podiatrists to see residents in nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities in Upstate and Western New York. Great opportunity for part-time income. Positions available immediately! Send inquiries to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE – KENTUCKY
Looking for podiatrists to see residents in nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities in Kentucky. Great opportunity for part-time income. Positions available immediatly! Send inquiries to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – HOUSTON, TX
Established Houston practice seeking motivated, hard-working recent graduate for associate position in all aspects of podiatry. Long-term plan includes partnership. Send CV to dpm2docs@gmail.com.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 2 - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE WANTED – NORTH NEW JERSEY
Looking for immediate purchase of an established practice in the North Jersey area. I would like the doctor to be available to help with transition. Contact: nnjpod@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - WESTERN WASHINGTON
30 year established practice in Auburn Washington. In medical office building connected to hospital. Practice scope includes clinic, hospital-based surgery, and hospital consultations. Forefoot, rearfoot, and ankle surgery. Will stay on three months during transition. Contact/send resume to Dgusman@hotmail.com
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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