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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 16,660 Podiatrists Daily
November 10, 2014 #5,213  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRIC TRAGEDIES IN THE NEWS - UPDATE | |
IN Podiatrist's Condition Upgraded From Critical to Fair Condition
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Podiatrist Dr. Thomas E. Freeman, II's condition is improving, according to hospital staff. The Muncie doctor has been in critical condition at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio, since a motorcycle accident Oct. 17. Currently, his condition is classified as fair, hospital personnel confirmed Friday afternoon, meaning his vital signs are stable and he is conscious. The accident occurred in Wayne County. Freeman was traveling southbound on U.S. 35 North and Round Barn Road north in Richmond. His 2008 Kawasaki motorcycle collided with a 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. Freeman is the podiatrist at Preferred Footcare in Muncie.
Source: The Muncie Star Press [11/7/14]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
NC Podiatrist Joins Rocky Mountain Practice
Rocky Mount-born podiatrist Dr. Jennifer Purvis has returned to the city and joined a practice that includes her father. She will offer surgery through Nash UNC Health Care and Vidant Edgecombe Hospital. Purvis earned a doctorate in podiatric medicine from Temple University in Philadelphia. She also completed a podiatric medical residency at Western Pennsylvania Hospital in Pittsburgh and a foot and ankle surgical residency at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys, OH.
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Dr. Jennifer Purvis |
Purvis comes to the center after eight years of private practice in Alexandria, VA. Her father, Dr. Carl G. Purvis, is the center’s founder. She is board certified in foot surgery by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.
Source: Rocky Mountain Telegram [11/7/14]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
CO Podiatrist to Practice at Sedgwick County Health Center
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Dr. James Yakel will begin taking appointments at the Sedgwick County Health Center (SCHC) on Wednesday, November 12. He graduated from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio, and completed his residency at Mt. Sinai Medical Center, also in Cleveland. He has been in private practice for 18 years. He is past president of the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine, and lectures locally and nationally on sports medicine topics. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine, Diplomate of the American Board of Podiatric Surgery, and a Fellow of the American Professional Wound Care Association.
Source: Julesburg Advocate [11/7/14]
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| PODIATRISTS AND THE LAW | |
FL Podiatrist Indicted in Murder of Wife
A grand jury has indicted podiatrist Dr. Adam Frasch in the death of his French model wife. Eight months ago, Samira Frasch was found dead floating in the swimming pool at her upscale Tallahassee home. Her husband, Dr. Adam Frasch, has denied guilt for the incident since February. He testified before the grand jury that indicted him Friday. Frasch turned himself in to detectives at the Leon County jail after the indictment. He was handcuffed and led away. His attorney, John Leace, has always contended Frasch is innocent.
Source: Mike Vasilinda, Capitol News Service [11/7/14]
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| IN THE COURTS | |
OR Woman Sues Nail Salon After Pedicure Leads to Infection and Amputation
A woman who claims a pedicure at a North Portland nail salon led to an infection and then to the amputation of one of her toes and eventually her right leg has filed a $280,000 lawsuit against the salon’s owners. Madhu Kumar got a pedicure at Nails Trap, according to her lawsuit filed last week in Multnomah County Circuit Court. “When the pedicurist was attempting to use a sharp instrument to shave calluses off both of her feet, the pedicurist negligently lacerated the media distal tip of (Kumar’s) right hallux,” states the suit.
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Although Kumar's suit doesn't state if she had an existing medical condition, health experts say those at greatest risk of contracting serious infections from nail salons often have problems such as diabetes, poor circulation, or numb feet. "People with neuropathy may not feel the pain of the infection, leaving them unaware of the problem until it's too late," wrote Dr. Neil Scheffler, a Maryland podiatrist in a newsletter for the Amputee Coalition.
Source: Aimee Green, The Oregonian [11/7/14]
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: Arthritic Sesamoids and Hallux Limitus
A 45 year old male developed hallux limitus. Podiatrist #1 performed a Valenti procedure in 2011. Pain persisted. Podiatrist #2 lengthened the EHL and “cleaned up” the joint. Pain persisted. Podiatrist #2 then determined that most of the residual pain was from osteoarthritis of the hallux IPJ, and performed a fusion. After 9 months, the patient presented to my office with severe pain. The hallux IPJ demonstrated no clinical motion, but radiographically was never fused. I asked the patient to determine if his pain was from the hallux IPJ or the MTPJ. Answer: The IPJ. I fused the IPJ, which is now asymptomatic.
He then stated that he still had severe pain. The pain was at the MTPJ. I asked him to determine if the vast majority of pain from from the primary joint or from the sesamoids. Answer: The primary joint. Since the IPJ was already fused, I was reluctant to fuse the MTPJ, and therefore performed an arthrodiastasis. He now has good ROM at the MTPJ (measured when he is NWB) with no crepitus, but severe pain from the sesamoids. I cannot be certain that there is no pain at the primary joint as well.
Dilemma: I am concerned about fusing the great toe joint, since the IPJ is also fused. I am concerned about excising both sesamoids, which may lead to a transfer of WB pain to the second metatarsal. Nevertheless, I can think of no feasible alternative to doing both. Suggestions?
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Source: Submitted by Dr. Peter Bregman
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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 - AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY- KANSAS CITY
Kansas City may be the perfect move for you and your family. We are looking for an entrepreneurial-minded associate who wants to grow and then own part of an already successful practice. If you are the right candidate for this associate position, you will enjoy a competitive compensation package and you will be working with doctors who are as committed to your success as we are to our own. Go to: www.YourFutureInPodiatry.com for full details.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CALIFORNIA
We are a group practice based in Irvine (Orange County), with a second office in the high desert city of Victorville. Currently, there are four doctors in the group and we are ready to bring on a fifth doctor. Both offices are attached to surgicenters. We have a high patient volume and very little C & C. Our compensation is competitive and negotiable. If you are interested in this opportunity, please feel free to reply via email or call me at your convenience. Michael Goddard 949-289-0685 Email: mgoddard@cafai.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW YORK
Well-rounded, hospital based podiatry practice. Large number of new patients monthly, digital x-rays, and EMR. Team podiatrist for Division 1 college sports program. Currently have 3 DPMs and 3 offices. Senior partner is Chair of Pod Dept.; Partner & Associate are involved in wound center. Offices located 75 miles north of New York City, in the beautiful Hudson Valley. More affordable cost of living; great place to live. Looking for a personable individual with strong ethics and high motivation. Seeking an associate leading to potential partnership. Must have PM & S-36 training. Please call (845) 471-2243 or emaileriksims@hotmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NORTHWEST INDIANA/CHICAGOLAND AREA
Busy established practice looking for a full time Associate with long term goal of partnership. Two to Three PSR trained. Modern office with EHR/Digital X-ray. Competitive salary, bonus and benefits. Please send cover letter, and CV to Pjames@cffaac.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - MISSOURI/KANSAS
Podiatrists needed to join the nation’s largest growing, most technologically advanced and expertly managed nursing home medical and podiatry practice. We ensure your success by providing an established patient base, scheduling and billing assistance, medical assistant, allowances for equipment, coverage of travel expenses, and the newest tablet-technology EMR system to dramatically reduce your workload so you can spend more time providing quality care to patients. We offer generous benefits and flexible scheduling: base salary available, bonus opportunities, malpractice coverage, matching 401(k), health insurance benefits. Part-time positions available. Send CV to careers@aggeus.org. Call 866-216-5518, ext. 305. www.aggeus.org. Confidentiality assured.
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. Salary range $120k-$140k (base + bonus) and benefits. Please send Letter of Interest and CV to scdpmjobs@gmail.com
FULL-TIME ASSOCIATE POSITION - WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA
Beautiful mountain area near Asheville. Two doctor, busy, established practice looking for associate with long term goal of partnership. Growing two-office practice that is looking to expand days and hours in both locations. Ideal candidate would have a three year residency and a combination of surgical and in-office skills to meet the needs of our patients in this rapidly growing area. EMR, laser and modern up-to-date office features. Offer to include salary, bonus and benefits. Please send CV to drh@mountainpodiatry.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TAMPA FLORIDA
Beaches, great weather, great restaurants, culture, laid back lifestyle – all year! "old-style" work ethic unique practice model. Buy into thriving established practice. Customer service, sense of humor detailed, driven, laid back personality. Market yourself and the practice, Good surgical skills, great practice management ability. Email, "I'm the ONE!", CV,docmkatz@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NY, LI, and NJ
Position available for a 3-year residency trained, board eligible/certified experienced DPM to work in multiple locations. NYC, Long Island,and New Jersey. Call for information (516) 476-1815
ARE YOU A ROCK STAR DPM? - KENTUCKY
If not, keep scrolling. Full time associate to join a thriving practice in gorgeous Lexington, KY. Work in THE most advanced and beautiful office space in the state alongside progressive DPM's. Put the patient first with a focus on hospitality, holistic health, plus conservative and surgical care. Work with the most technologically advanced equipment, spa services, laser for nails and pain, salary, bonus, benefits – the sky is the limit! Must be self-motivated, team player, enthusiastic, outgoing and personable. Surgically trained, but conservative-minded. Must be a member of AAPPM and practice managementsavvy. #NoScrubs elise@lexpodiatry.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 our website.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TEXAS
Seeking three-year surgically trained podiatrist for busy podiatric medical and surgical practice in Texas. Must be hard-working, open to direction, and willing to do all phases of podiatric foot and ankle care. Please send CV, and salary history to: jmh6122@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SEATTLE WA AREA
General podiatry practice with offices in Kirkland, Everett and Renton seeking an associate. Must be board qualified or certified by ABFAS. Must be self-motivated, Office is state of art with EHR, digital x-ray, ultrasound, laser. Salary with bonus and benefits. Email resume with cover letter: seattlefootdoctor@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - DC/MD/VA
Experienced practitioner needed! Come join our team of top docs. Foot and Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic, LLC is acquiring a busy, multi-faceted practice, with all the bells and whistles. From day one, walk into a full schedule, as the current and well-established doctor is ready to retire. See patients, do your charting and leave the rest to us. Please email your resume and cover letter to newdpm@footandankle-usa.com. We look forward to receiving your information.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CALGARY, ALBERTA
Growing new practice is seeking a highly motivated associate. State-of-the-art office (5 exam rooms, 1 surgical suite), EMR, digital x-rays, Cutera Genesis Plus laser, shockwave therapy and orthotic scanners. Must have excellent bedside manner and people skills. Please e-mail CV to info@alpinefootankle.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - GEORGIA
Join our Team! Thriving, five location, progressive, podiatry practice seeking a family-oriented Associate Podiatrist to build career and long-term relationship. Must be surgically trained (PSR-24/36) and have EMR experience. Position available in our Statesboro, GA location, one of the fastest growing cities in Georgia and home to Georgia Southern University. Associate will have full range of services and access to Surgical Center along with access to all of the latest diagnostic and therapeutic technologies. Email CV with Cover Letter to hr@atlanticfeet.com.
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - MULTIPLE ITEMS
PADNET $14,000 OBO Cost $28,000, 2 Midmark 417 chairs and 2 stools $4,000 each, Autoclave Ritter/MidmarkM 9 $2,000, Fluoroscan Premier Purchased used 1 year ago $20,000. Email Tajranier@aol.com
DIGITAL X-RAY SYSTEM - $8,000 OR BEST REASONABLE OFFER
ScanX12 with In-line Erase by All-pro and Tigerview software for managing/viewing Xrays. Located in NH. Purchased new in 2008 for $22,000. Selling b/c office was moved to multi-doctor outreach clinic already equipped for X-rays. Older X-cell unit also available. Emailtwoponyfarm@gmail.com for more information.
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - NEUROTHERM NT250
Podiatherm /NT250 Incoming test procedure with various accessories. Purchased in 2012 for 7075.00 now priced @ 4995.00. Training possible Please contact me @ no1footdoc@gmail.com or 845 454 0630 ext 106
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.
PRACTICE FOR SALE- ARIZONA
Central Arizona - between Phoenix and Tucson. Well established and very busy 35 year old solo-practice. High volume surgery and general practice with good cross-section of patients from pediatric to geriatric. Hospital, surgicenter and in-office surgery. Located in professional center. Contact E-mail:pmmpod@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - KANSAS
Well-established, successful practice for sale in a vibrant, Kansas City Metro area city that offers great schools along with recreational and cultural activities for the entire family- the perfect blend for a great quality of life and a rewarding career. The practice opportunity provides a full array of adult and children services, with limited palliative care. Newly revised scope of practice also offers additional levels of surgical care opportunities for qualified physician. Practice has high level patient and physician referrals. Strong commercial insurance mix with Medicare 20%. Well -trained office staff. Traknet EHR. Owner would assist buyer in practice transition. Contact Mike Crosby at MCrosby518@gmail.com
PRACTICE MERGER SOUGHT – NORTHERN NJ
If you are tired of the business aspect of running your practice, and are in the Paramus, Ridgewood, or Hackensack area, I am looking for the right practice to merge into my own. I will handle all aspects of your practice. No more worrying about ordering supplies, paying suppliers, dealing with employees, health insurance or malpractice insurance. Diagnostic x-rays, laser, vascular analysis, diagnostic ultrasound, EMR, etc., available. Earn more money without the day-to-day drudgery of practice. No practice is too small to consider. All information discussed will be considered confidential. E-mail Lfg3657@optonline.net
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