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October 29, 2020 #6,799  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS AND THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC | |
Telemedicine is Now a Standard, Not an Option: TX Podiatrist
Houston Methodist, an eight-hospital health system in Texas, was prompted into doubling down on innovative processes to improve the patient experience due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Nicholas (Shetal) Desai, DPM, chief medical innovation officer at Houston Methodist, tells HealthLeaders that the system adjusted to the circumstances created by the virus and outlines the three-step process of implementing digital health strategies for patients.
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Before the pandemic began, telemedicine was "nice to have," according to Dr. Desai, but now "digital virtual care is no longer an option; it is a standard core benefit." He says that telemedicine visits at Houston Methodist rose from a couple of thousand visits per month pre-COVID to 240,000 visits between March and August, including around 140,000 virtual urgent care visits. "People are leveraging virtual [care,] even in the walls of the hospital, to minimize exposure and risk," Desai says. "I think that has changed the entire landscape of how we view digital continuous monitoring and then how you access patients so you can protect them, minimize exposure, and keep medicine moving."
Source: Jack O'Brien, HealthLeaders [10/27/20]
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
VA Podiatrist Interviews Olympian on Staying Healthy During the Pandemic
Ben Pearl, DPM interviewed Gary Hall Jr. this week for his biweekly Fit Foot U program. The segment included Hall's commentary on overcoming the challenges of diabetes in sports, doping, harassment, and keeping physical and mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Gary Hall, Jr. and Dr. Aaron Pearl |
Hall noted that he has come across two different types of people regarding fitness during the pandemic. “There are those that say I just finished Netflix or HBO and those that tell him I'm in the best shape of my life,” says Hall. He encouraged a routine for exercise with small goals that are within reach. Dr. Pearl created the format to have a forum for athletes and doctors to discuss issues related to health, fitness, and sports medicine.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
IL Podiatrist Provides Foot Care for Kids Through Elks Program
David Yeager, DPM, podiatric surgeon, has been providing complimentary foot care to children through the Illinois Elks Children’s Care program for the past 14 years. The Illinois Elks Children’s Care Corporation has been providing services, treatments, and equipment needed to ease a child’s daily burden in coping with a physical problem.
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Dr. David Yeager examines pediatric patient |
Many cases are very complex and require custom designed braces, wheelchairs, and treatment programs. Sometimes, it may simply be the provision of corrective shoes or physical/occupational therapy services for three to six months.
Source: Whiteside News Sentinel
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| PODIATRISTS AND POLITICS | |
MA Podiatrist Running for Seat on Board of Selectmen
David Tarr, DPM is among 4 candidates running to fill a vacancy on the Board of Selectmen. Dr. Tarr has a plethora of experience in the field of health and safety. The 12-year resident of Dunstable is a podiatrist with an office in Lowell, who also volunteered with the Dunstable Fire Department as an EMT for over a decade.
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Dr. David Tarr |
Tarr said his experience in public safety has led to him wanting to focus on improving local schools, supporting local police, growing the town’s fire department, and ensuring residents are safe. “Politics isn’t my inherent skill, but helping people and getting that inner reward of knowing that you helped somebody is more important than the power of local politics,” Tarr said.
Source: Jon Winkler, The Lowell Sun [10/27/20]
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
NC Podiatrist Provides Boot Buying Tips
Look for boots that are slightly higher than ankle height. These pairs promote ankle stability and support and have an advantage in snowy areas where your feet are most likely to get wet. "A style that crosses the ankle can provide extra stability which can be helpful on uneven or slippery surfaces. Knee-high boots may be necessary for anyone trudging through very deep snow," says says Jane Andersen, DPM, a podiatrist based in Chapel Hill, NC, and the chair of the APMA communications committee.
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Dr. Jane Andersen |
Seek pairs with a low heel instead of one that's completely flat. Winter boots with textured soles and a small heel offer traction and help elevate the foot out of the water and snow. Dr. Andersen recommends boots with a 1/2-inch to one-inch heel. "This can be beneficial for patients with tight muscles and foot issues, such as Achilles tendonitis and plantar fasciitis, by taking some pull off the muscles."
Source: Tiffany Ayuda, Sanah Faroke, Prevention [10/26/20]
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| HEALTHCARE LEGISLATION | |
Patients Can Read Your Clinical Notes Starting November 2
Starting November 2, all patients in the United States will have immediate access to clinical notes and thus will be able to read their doctors’ writings, as well as test results and reports from pathology and imaging.The 21st Century Cures Act mandates that patients have fast, electronic access to the following types of notes: consultations, discharge summaries, history, physical examination findings, imaging narratives, laboratory and pathology report narratives, and procedure and progress notes.
An outstanding concern about open notes is that it will cause more work for healthcare professionals. Traditionally, doctors have written notes using medical lexicon, including a lot of abbreviations and jargon for efficiency’s sake. Now that patients will read the notes, will clinicians have to spell out things in lay terms, alter their writing so as not to offend, and generally do more work? William Harvey, MD, chief medical information officer, Tufts Medical Center, Boston, acknowledged that that may be the case.
Source: Nick Mulcahy, MDedge [10/22/20] via Dr. Richard Rettig
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| DME NEWS | |
Medicare Moves to Speed DME to Diabetics, Others
A new proposed rule would provide more therapy choices for Medicare beneficiaries with diabetes and make it easier for durable medical equipment manufacturers to make their products available to beneficiaries, the Trump administration said.
The proposal, announced Tuesday by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, would streamline the process for Medicare coding, coverage, and payment for durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotic devices, and supplies (DMEPOS).
Source: Tony Pugh, Bloomberg Law [10/27/20] via Dr. Bret Ribotsky
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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 | |
Things to Consider When a Physician Goes Part-Time - Part 1
There are many factors to consider in coming up with an effective part-time/reduced modality policy that works with the physician practice. The following are some concepts to consider:
1. The best time to come up with an effective policy is in advance, before anyone is ready to make a switch.
• Under such circumstances, the various financial, scheduling, and related issues can often be addressed in a less emotional and more thoughtful manner.
Source: Ericka L. Adler, JD, Logan Lutton, Physicians Practice [10/27/20]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (MEDICAL-LEGAL) | |
From: Daniel Chaskin, DPM
I want to thank Jeffery Kass, DPM for understanding my intent. A roadmap to permanently increase scope for every podiatrist nationwide:
1. If DOs were able to become equal to MDs, regarding hospital privileges, license, etc., so should podiatrists.
2. My intent is to create a political roadmap for the APMA to forward to each state component. Each state lobbyist hired by a state podiatric medical association should receive a copy of the Pennsylvania emergency resolution. They can lobby for similar or the same emergency scope as Pennsylvania.
3. Once this is achieved on a national level, there should be no reason why this cannot continue after the COVID-19 crisis ends.
4. The ultimate result will be that our profession will no longer be divided into those who cannot and those who can treat the ankle in New York, Connecticut, South Carolina, and other states. After all, if a podiatrist can treat the whole body with a referral from an MD or DO (lawfully delegated by an MD or DO), then the ankle is just another part of the body.
The beauty of this idea is there is no downside I can think of. After all, if Pennsylvania can have podiatrists join as first responders regarding emergency care, and if podiatric residents can do so, then there is no reason during a pandemic that states should prohibit podiatrists lawfully delegated by an MD or DO from doing so.
Daniel Chaskin, DPM, Ridgewood, NY
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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"A shoe can be"...Art is in the eyes of the beholder. |
Source: René van den Berg via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITY IN SE GEORGIA
Fellowship Opportunity in SE Georgia with Fellowship Director Lee M. Hlad, DPM, FACFAS. In this one year fellowship you will expect to be exposed to deformity correction, trauma, Charcot reconstructions, orthoplastic reconstructions, total ankles, and external fixation. Schedule will be designed and tailored to the fellow but will be mostly surgical based with a private practice experience of in house billing, practice management, and fellows clinic. This is an exciting opportunity with a growing practice. For more information and application contact AnkleandFootFellowship@outlook.com. Applications are due in November and candidate will be chosen by December.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW YORK CITY
Looking for podiatrist to work in skilled nursing facilities in the 5 boroughs full time or part time available. Please respond to Jayray822@aol.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - BUFFALO AND SYRACUSE/UTICA, NY
Looking for reliable and ethical podiatrists to service Skilled Nursing Facilities and Nursing Homes in and around Buffalo and Syracuse/Utica. Positions available immediately. Send inquiries and CV to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NYC, NY
Opportunity available for new Associate/Graduate for Immediate start in modern practice located in NYC. In search of hard working flexible podiatrist with firm verifiable clinical and surgical experience who is willing to travel as needed. In PDF form, email a letter of interest and resume with references to nynypod7@aol.com for consideration. If both are not received, there will be no consideration. Compensation will be discussed.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW JERSEY
Looking for a part-time podiatrist in a very busy, fast-paced practice. Offering competitive salary and bonuses. Lots of sports medicine, excellent support staff, and positive environment. Immediate start date. Please e-mail CV to cma@njfootpain.com, should you have any further questions you may call Gerry 201-523-9489 ext 101.
ASSOCIATE POSITION- NEW YORK CITY
Need full-time associate starting ASAP for our group practice. Must be capable to do foot surgery and be competent in evaluating and treating patients in the office. Must be willing to travel to any one of our 5 locations within the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Manhattan. To inquire please email cv to contactus@starrettpodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LONG ISLAND
Advanced Podiatry Seeking Full Time DPM for upscale practices located in Suffolk county. Excellent work environment and company culture. Latest technology with digital x-ray, laser, EHR, Ultrasound, the latest Apple software and iPads. Must be surgically trained, motivated, with a great work ethic. Very competitive salary with significant upside. Visit www.LIFootCare.com and email eavieiradpm@gmail.com for more info.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NW FLORIDA/COASTAL ALABAMA
busy, well-established practice, EHR, digital x-ray, diagnostic ultrasound. Offering competitive six-figure salary w/bonus structure, health/malpractice insurance, and PTO. PSR-36 required. Partnership path to motivated and compassionate associate. Must obtain Florida and Alabamalicenses. Send CV: Brentmharwood@gmail.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY - RHODE ISLAND and VIRGINIA
Looking for reliable and ethical podiatrists to service Skilled Nursing Facilities and Nursing Homes in Rhode Island and Virginia. Positions available immediately. Send inquiries and CV to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST, FL
Immediate position for busy practice in Sunny Southwest, FL. ABFAS RRA BC/BQ. EMR, E x-rays, US, DME. Base salary + bonus w, PTO, 401K, fees, health benefits. Also 1 ACFAS credentialed fellowship avail, must be BQ ACFAS by start of program 8/2021: DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW YORK
Seeking a highly motivated individual interested in evolving in private practice to a wealthy and knowledgeable affiliate entity with a large surgical based podiatry group. Surgeons with a two or three year residency preferred. Come join and Let’s keep New Yorkers on their feet! Please email your CV at podiatrynewyork@gmail.com
FULL TIME PODIATRIST- NORTHERN NEW JERSEY
We are a fast-growing podiatry practice in North 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 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
FACULTY POSITION -- DES MOINES, IOWA
The College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery (CPMS) at Des Moines University seeks applicants for a full-time faculty position that will participate in academic, clinical patient care, scholarly, and service activities within the College, University and community. Qualified candidates are invited to apply by submitting a CV and cover letter to www.dmu.edu/employment where detailed information about the position is available. Candidate review and interview scheduling will commence immediately.
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PRACTICE FOR SALE - NYC & LONG ISLAND
Selling 3 part-time general podiatry offices, together or separately, well established, excellent growth potential in Bushwick, Brooklyn, Rego Park, Queens and Franklin Square, Long Island. All fully equipped with very low overhead. Priced to sell. Turn-key, will transition. Great starter office or secondary office. wperez1000@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE- BOCA RATON, FL
35 year old practice, great location in central Boca Raton. General practice specializing in sports medicine and orthotics. 25% routine care. Great potential for surgically oriented podiatrist. Willing to stay for transition. 561-306-3399.
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE- BOYD CHAIR, X-CEL X-RAY UNIT, LASER
X-cel p700 x-ray unit with orthoposer and 3 cassettes, red motorized Boyd surgery chair with foot screen, Cooper Medical CO2 laser. All in good working order. Each priced for immediate sale, individually or all together. Pick up in central Maryland. Send inquiry to spierfootmanager@gmail.com
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