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October 31, 2022 #7.371  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
Pacesetter Health Celebrates Grand Opening of New Braunfels, TX Location
Pacesetter Health, a management and growth partner to lower extremity care clinics throughout the country, has expanded with partner practice San Antonio Podiatry Associates, adding a location in New Braunfels, TX. The New Braunfels office is the sixth location for San Antonio Podiatry Associates and will be led by Kenneth Lai, DPM and Sonam Patel, DPM.
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(L-R) Drs. Kenneth Lai and Sonam Patel |
Dr. Lai is a graduate of Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine (TUSPM) and completed his residency at Reading Hospital. Patel also obtained her Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine at TUSPM and completed her residency at Virtua Hospital in Voorhees, NJ, serving the county she grew up in.
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS AND HUMANITARIAN EFFORTS | |
UK Podiatrist Receives Award for Care of Leprosy Patients in India
A podiatrist in Wargrave has won an award for her voluntary work helping people in India suffering from leprosy. Alison Clark-Morris, who co-founded Feetwise Footcare in High Street, was presented with the Alf Morris Award by the Royal College of Podiatry at a ceremony at the House of Lords.
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Alison Clark-Morris |
The award is in recognition of her work with the Village of Hope leprosy colony in Delhi. Clark-Morris was the first podiatrist to visit the colony when she went in 2017. She has now visited four times in total, working in the bandaging unit to treat people with foot ulceration and dress their wounds. Since her first visit, she has also fundraised to buy equipment, including hand-propelled tricycles for patients, better lighting, clinical trolleys, footwear, and blankets.
Source: Henley Standard [10/24/22]
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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 | |
4 Ways Streamlining Front Office Operations Can Drive Revenue For Your Practice
2. Automate your appointment reminders.
Ninety percent of cell phone users ignore calls and rarely check voicemails. However, people respond to text messages in about ninety seconds and check emails more than thirty-four times daily. Practices utilizing appointment scheduling software can set up reminders and notifications for upcoming patient appointments. Patients can confirm, cancel, or reschedule with a few clicks.
For practices, automating appointment reminders reduces no-shows, improves scheduling accuracy, and eliminates the time-consuming task of manually confirming appointments. In addition, when appointments are canceled in advance or left unconfirmed, the practice can fill those available appointment slots to maximize profitability.
Source: Andrea Kowalski, Physicians Practice [10/27/22]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Deborah Sue Ross, DPM
Deborah Ross, 74, died peacefully on October 17th, after a full and vibrant life. She was adventurous, always reaching out, and always interested in how her many friends around the world were doing.
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Dr. Deborah Ross |
She was a leader in the profession of podiatry, practicing for over 35 years in Briarcliff Manor, NY, her lifelong home, continuing the work of her beloved father, Dr. Sidney Ross. Deborah graduated from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 1987, held leadership positions in her professional association helped improve podiatry, and lobbied legislators for better care. Dr. Gabriel Ross has continued the family tradition as the third generation Ross to graduate as a podiatrist.
Source: River Journal [10/28/22]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (ACFAS NEWS) - PART 1A | |
From: Patrick (PJ) Andrus, CAE
Thank you to Dr. Oloff for raising an important issue. The College agrees that advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion is imperative; additional information that should be considered when reading Dr. Oloff’s letter:
• The 2022 Board Nominations Committee, Chaired by Thanh Dinh, DPM, FACFAS, Immediate Past President of ACFAS, conducted a detailed review of all applicants for the Board, including an interview process to thoroughly assess every candidate. Last year, Amber Shane, DPM, FACFAS was elected to the Board of Directors and Dr. Dinh still serves on the Board. Unfortunately, the College received zero applications from female members this year. We recognize our role to improve that statistic and accept a goal of increasing the diversity of...
Editor's note: Patrick Andrus' extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (ACFAS NEWS) - PART 1B | |
From: Allen Jacobs, DPM
ACFAS has had and continues to benefit from female leadership, including the recent ACFAS presidency. Academic recognition and leadership positions are a meritocracy. In my opinion, no leadership position in ACFAS should be awarded based upon any criteria other than demonstrated excellence. If the ACFAS BOD fails to include a recently nominated slate which happens to not include a female, and the basis for such nominations was legitimate, then I say so be it. Many of the schools (medical and podiatry) are greater than 50% female in constitution. There is therefore every opportunity for female podiatrists to establish bona fides by committee participation, publishing, teaching, and thus advancing to nomination for the BOD of ACFAS, or in fact any podiatry-affiliated organization.
Perhaps Dr. Oloff might devote equivalent time to ACFAS as she does designing shoes, advance in the organization, and participate in magnifying the role of female podiatrists in the organization. Whether it is APMA, ACFAS, my state organization, or my personal healthcare provider, I want the most qualified individual regardless of their individual identifying characteristics.
Allen Jacobs, DPM, St. Louis, MO
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CODINGLINE CORNER) | |
From: Eddie Davis, DPM
I agree with Dr. Anthony Hoffman concerning the lack of a specific ICD-10 code for plantar fibromatosis or Ledderhose disease. Keep in mind that the lack of a specific diagnosis code not only affects our ability to bill for treatment of this malady but also affects data collection with respect to the incidence and prevalence of this disease. Ledderhose disease is classified as a rare disease, but I question how rare it actually is.
I have had an interest in Ledderhose disease for several decades and have developed an off-label treatment for it involving use of enzyme injections into the lesions. Hyaluronidase has worked well for me and I am happy to share my protocol with...
Editor's note: Dr. Davis' extended-length letter can be read here.
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From: Richard I. Polisner, DPM
With my legal and mediation background, I always like "innocent until proven guilty." I do believe that once the allegations are printed, you are guilty without a defense. I don't like that! It's too easy to make false accusations and too hard to defend yourself after. I knew Sol Lipsman 50 years ago and he was certainly one of the good guys. From the age listed, I assume this is the Sol I knew. I hope the news of these accusations are totally unfounded and PM News will someday print a retraction. If they are true, I will be sad for Sol and hope that he is punished as appropriate and receives the help he would then need.
Richard I. Polisner, DPM, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
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From: Chris Robertozzi, DPM
This seems to me to be an example of a case that should have never been filed. From reading the article, it appears the plaintiff’s expert lied at trial about the cause of the post-operative complication. Rest assured that this isn’t the only case where the plaintiff’s expert has lied. For the last few years, I have had the opportunity to defend my fellow colleagues in malpractice cases. The majority of them have outrageous lies. For example, the first case I defended, without going into all the details, the plaintiff’s expert stated the surgery was unnecessary because everyone knows that gout is caused by trauma. Consequently, medication should have been prescribed and no surgery should have been performed.
I filed a complaint with the NJ State Board of Medical Examiners since the case was filed in...
Editor's note: Dr. Robertozzi's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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Newest addition to Temple's Shoe Museum - Worn by the Philly Phanatic |
Source: Submitted by Dr. Jennifer Gross-Edwards
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE AND FACULTY POSITIONS, AND FELLOWSHIPS |
FULL-TIME PODIATRY POSITION - NEW YORK & NEW JERSEY
Esteemed Metropolitan Practice looking for a surgical podiatrist to join our well established team. Starting $90,000, w/PTO, w/401K, and insurance. Starting $150,000 if surgically experienced. Position for Immediate filling, Moonlighting and fulltime applicants only. Submit resume to enlist@deloorpodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CALIFORNIA
Concierge podiatry practice is looking for a go-getter, friendly podiatrist to join our fantastic team and provide high-quality concierge/mobile-based lower extremity care to our patients in the Los Angeles and Long Beach area. Enjoy being your own boss with a work-life balance, the ability to decide your own schedule, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to capture the benefits of being an independent contractor. Full-time or part-time available, primarily home visits and luxury retirement communities. Must have an active CA license and DEA license. Complete office support that makes life very easy for optimal patient care. Email your CV to info@anywherefootandanklecare.com.
HOSPITAL STAFF PODIATRIST - ILLINOIS
Seeking full time surgically trained podiatrist. Board qualified preferred. Rural setting hospital. Must be well versed various aspects of both foot and ankle surgery. MGMA Competitive salary package and benefits. Preferably looking to start in 3-4 months. Must have Illinois license. Send CV to ndbbem@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION FOR FELLOWSHIP TRAINED - SUBURBS OF NYC
Live and work in a great community. Successful and supportive practice. Only 30 minutes from NYC. Desirable area. High volume surgery to build cases for surgical boards quickly - elective, trauma, diabetic limb salvage. Busy, modern, technologically advanced offices. ABFAS BQ/BC required. Competitive Salary + Bonus, PTO, Paid Vacations, Retirement Plan with Employer Matching, All Professional Fees Paid, Generous Signing Bonus. Please send CV to: linchpindpm@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FT LAUDERDALE, FL
Progressive group with immediate open position. Full schedule, good variety of pathology, robust support staff, well equipped office, fellowship program affiliation, and many ancillaries. BQ/BC ABFAS preferred. Competitive salary/ benefits/ signing bonus/ ownership track. Send CV to podiatrymanda@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CHANDLER/GILBERT ARIZONA
Growing multi-location practice looking to hire a skilled podiatrist to join our team at Preferred Foot & Ankle Specialists. Seeking Full-time DPM with current Arizona state license and ABFAS or on track for ABFAS. Newly graduated residents are highly encouraged to apply. $200k-$250k annually. Resumes to anolan.pfas@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MARYLAND
Thriving podiatry practice with 3 office locations and ASC seeking a highly motivated and reliable full-time associate. Candidate must be board eligible, residency with RRA preferred. Great work environment with strong support staff. Competitive compensation and benefits package with bonus opportunities offered. Please email CV to: careers@mynewfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA
Join a well-established, busy and growing podiatric practice. We are fully integrated with the medical community in a large tertiary teaching hospital. Research opportunities are available. Applicant should be ethical, personable, hardworking, and committed to quality patient care. We are offering a competitive salary with bonus opportunities and a wide range of benefits. Associate position can lead to partnership. All interested candidates should send a resume to JCMOOREDPM@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – NC, VA, WV & PA
US Foot and Ankle Specialists (USFAS), one of the largest podiatric groups in the United States is hiring! USFAS is looking for experienced Associate Doctors to join our team! We have multiple openings: Charlotte, NC, Huntington, WV, Charleston, WV, Blacksburg, VA, & Central, PA. Our group of physicians use state of the art, podiatry-specific technology, and software to stay on top of today’s changing medical trends and provide our patients with the highest quality care. Please send a cover letter and resume to recruiting@footandankle-usa.com. Candidates must be either licensed or in the process of becoming licensed.
JOIN OUR GROWING TEAM!
The MedServ Group is a medical service provider group that connects board certified licensed podiatrists with health care facilities across numerous states servicing the elderly population. Flexible schedules, competitive pay, sign-on bonus, and administrative support. Please forward your resume to Raj Dawson at Rdawson@themedservgroup.com or Amontantine@themedservgroup.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LOUISVILLE, KY
Seeking well-trained associate in busy surgical practice with 4 well-established providers in and around beautiful Louisville, KY. High surgical volume. Opportunity to train top surgical residents. Level 2 trauma hospital system call available. Competitive salary with bonus structure, health benefits, 401k match, CME allowance, vacation. Submit resumes to dwinchell6603@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - KILMARNOCK, VA
Largest Podiatry Practice in Central VA looking for podiatrist for office setting in Eastern, VA. Sports medicine, wound care, high risk foot care, orthotics. Need to live within 30 min of office. $300,000 base salary, bonus structure, health insurance, PTO, paid malpractice insurance, CME, 401K. please submit CV to spatel@achillesfootandankle.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – VA, MD, CT, DE, PA, OH, MO, NJ, NY, TN, FL
PediRite provides care to nursing home residents. Excellent opportunities working in our contracted facilities. Flexible scheduling, very lucrative commissions! Great match if you have open days/hours in your schedule. Resume to sara@sightrite.com (sign-on bonus for VA)
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NORTHWEST WASHINGTON
Well established practice in NW Washington looking to hire a 2nd associate with clinical and surgical skills. Immediate referral base in place with the opportunity to have a full schedule right away. We offer a competitive base + salary package with a moving stipend, malpractice insurance, health benefits, vacation leave, CME allowance, and retirement options. New 2023 graduates are encouraged to apply. Submit CV to bfacstaffing@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - FLORIDA, SOUTH CAROLINA, AND GEORGIA
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 lower extremity care to residents living in long-term facilities throughout the states of Florida, South Carolina, and Georgia. 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 State licenses. Email CV to kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
PT AND FT PODIATRIST - LONG ISLAND, NEW YORK
Busy, fast-paced podiatry practice with multiple locations and doctors seeking a podiatrist for FT or PT hours. Well-established, fast growing practice. Competitive salary package and benefits. Please send CV to podiatryoffice20@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - GREATER HARTFORD, CT
Our four-doctor practice is looking for an associate to join us this coming Summer. Competitive six figure salary with a bonus structure, health insurance, 401-k and vacation benefits. You must be personable. Surgical training is desired. Send resume to amldpm64@gmail.com
FULL TIME PODIATRIST - NEW JERSEY
We are a fast-growing podiatry practice in New 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, guaranteed 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
ASSOCIATE POSITION – BROOKLYN, NY
Podiatrist position available for immediate hire in a multidisciplinary practice for part time in Brooklyn, New York. Flexible hours and potential to progress to full time. Ideal position for recent grads. Send resume to dr.shtarkman@gmail.com or call Dr Shtarkman at 917-363-2702.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NORTH DALLAS SUBURBS
Exceptional opportunity for the right individual with superb personal, clinical and surgical skills. Seeking well trained (PMSR/RRA), ethical, hardworking, motivated individual to join our group practice of 3 podiatrists. Full scope of podiatry including office, hospital and surgery center work. Expedited Partnership opportunity for the right individual. Well-rounded practice with competitive salary/benefits package.Please send letter of intent and CV to dpmopening@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE & FELLOWSHIP POSITION - SOUTHWEST, FL
Work where you want to live. Supportive environment, Sunny SW FL, build your surgical boards cases quickly, busy, modern, technologically advanced offices. ABFAS BC/BQ a must, EMR, CT, DME, Base salary + bonus, PTO, 401K, health ins. 1 ACFAS fellowship position also DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW YORK CITY/BROOKLYN
Great opportunity for a recent graduate to join a rapidly growing team. Will have hospital privileges at a prestigious, institution in NYC. Looking for a self-motivated, positive individual willing to work hard. Competetive benefits package. Please send resume to: simonpodiatrystaff@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CENTRAL NEW JERSEY
Curalta Foot & Ankle is a large podiatry group with locations throughout the tri-state area looking for a podiatrist to join one of our offices in Central, NJ. We are looking for a motivated, ethical, and personable full-time doctor. This opportunity offers long-term growth and stability with the possibility of ownership in the company and both professional and personal advancement. The group will provide the candidate with resources to succeed, including mentoring, education programs, and marketing, We offer a full employment package including malpractice insurance, health insurance, 401(k), CME allowance, and the resources that a large employer can offer. pwishnie@curalta.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CHICAGO SUBURBS
Looking to hire Summer 2023. Thriving podiatry practice in Chicago suburbs looking for an associate to take practice to the next level. Must be highly motivated and have the ability to WOW our patient with your charismatic personality and professionalism. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art office (which includes MRI) with a team-oriented culture. 3-year surgical residency required. Submit CV to jswalter@hotmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ARIZONA
Well established, fast growing, large group podiatry practice has an immediate opportunity for an associate now, as well as July 2023. We have a great balance of office and surgical practice. Looking for a well-rounded associate with the desire to grow and learn and develop excellent clinic and surgical skills. Base pay from 100-150K with bonus package, potential to do 200K + in your first year, with no call. Prior experience and or future residency graduates encouraged. AZ License needed, can obtain within a month. Bilingual a bonus, Spanish +. We offer medical benefits, CME, Malpractice, and 401K. Please submit resumes to: podiatryaz@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MANHATTAN/BROOKLYN
Looking to hire in-network podiatrist for busy midtown Manhattan and Downtown Brooklyn offices, full time position, competitive salary, for immediate hire, contact jgrdo@aol.com
DIABETIC LIMB SALVAGE & WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP — MICHIGAN
Beaumont Hospital 12-month diabetic limb-Salvage, wound care and reconstructive fellowship. The fellowship will enhance and refine the skills of residency-trained Podiatric Surgeons. Heavy focus on diabetic limb-salvage surgery, wound care, research, and elective surgery. Please email your CV to Randy.Semma@beaumont.org
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