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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 16,662 Podiatrists Daily
November 11, 2014 #5,214  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| EDITOR'S NOTE |
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Remember those who sacrificed for our freedom |
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| PM NEWS QUICK POLL |
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
PA Podiatrist Participates in YMCA Diabetes Awareness Event
To recognize November as National Diabetes Awareness Month and to honor the memory of their former chaplain Tom Rivera, the Spring Valley YMCA held a diabetes awareness event of their own. The event also included information about foot care and eye screenings which are two things recommended for individuals with diabetes.
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Dr. Renata Millman |
Doctor of podiatric medicine Renata Milman represented the Comprehensive Foot and Ankle Center of Collegeville. Milman said it’s recommended for those with diabetes to check their feet every day to make sure they didn’t step on anything. She said diabetics have nerve damage and sometimes won’t feel it when there’s a cut or scrape, which can lead to infection.
Source: Michilea Patterson, The Mercury [11/9/14]
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| SUCCESS TIPS FROM THE MASTERS | |
Bret Ribotsky: You have 28 physicians in your group. Do they all practice similarly when confronted with the same condition?
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Dr. Lowell Weil, Jr. |
Lowell Weil Jr: Our goal is not to create 28 robotic people. Each person is an individual who does it his or her own way with successful outcomes. What we have tried to do as an institution is to develop care pathways. Within each pathway, there are a few options. The benefits of having a care pathway is that we can take that pathway to insurance companies and referring doctors and show them what we will provide to patients. We can show them what percentage of patients will progress to a cure at this level and how much it will cost. These care pathways are discussed and agreed upon at our provider meetings.
Meet the Masters airs live every Tuesday night. Meet the Masters will return on Tuesday November 18th . You can register for future events by clicking here
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| PODIATRISTS AND THE LAWENTERTAINMENT | |
NY Podiatrist's Suggestion Leads to Joe Piscopo's New Radio Show
Joe Piscopo’s career soared with Saturday Night Live, but stalled in Hollywood (Johnny Dangerously), impressed on Broadway (Grease), and took some bizarre turns (Celebrity Wife Swap).
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Joe Piscopo and Dr. Rock Positano |
He was happily performing at casinos and clubs around the country, he said, when his pal Dr. Rock Positano, the foot doctor to the stars, suggested he consider getting into radio. Piscopo, who studied broadcasting in college, began visiting a midtown studio to hone his skills when Curtis Sliwa abruptly left AM 970 last winter.
Source: Joel Siegel, New York Daily News [11/8/14]
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| IN THE COURTS | |
MA Nurses Union Objects to Mandatory Flu Shots
A nurses' union is suing a Boston hospital to preserve its employees' ability to decline influenza vaccination after the hospital made it a condition of employment. While Massachusetts law lets employees opt out of workplace flu shot initiatives, Brigham & Women's Hospital has made it mandatory due to an employee vaccination rate that is lower than that of other regional hospitals.
The Massachusetts Nurses Association filed a civil lawsuit in state court on Sept. 22 to block the implementation of Brigham & Women's mandatory vaccination policy. The union represents approximately 23,000 nurses and other providers statewide, including 3,200 of the hospital's employees.
Source: David Bernard, Outpatient Surgery [11/5/14]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) | |
From: Estelle Albright, DPM
Diagnostic non-surgical suggestions:
1. Try a period of non-weight-bearing and see if the pain resolves. Have the patient use crutches, a knee scooter, or similar.
2. Try lidocaine injections, distal to proximal to pinpoint the area/s of pain.
3. Have an MRI taken. This is essential.
4. Try a custom orthotic with sesamoid relief.
5. Shoe modification: Sesamoid pocket in shoe, and tall toe-box.
6. Prescribe a physical therapy referral, including daily home self therapy, and NSAIDs.
7. Order a neurological consult: R/O nerve entrapment, RSDS/CRPS, etc..
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CODINGLINE CORNER) | |
From: Bret Ribotsky, DPM
I disagree with my friend Dr. Kesselman on his response about having a patient split the wearing of a night splint between legs. Really? Have we all just bowed down to the "insurance gods" and given in? I am sure if Paul were to come down with plantar fasciitis, he would sleep with two splints.
Maybe the next time I get my eyes checked and they find only a problem with one eye, the doctor will prescribe a monocle. Maybe if I have a patient with a wound on both legs, I could share the VAC one day left, one day right. Please, we must never lose sight of the fact that we must do what is best for the patient. If the insurance company only wants to pay for one night splint, I leave it up to the patient to complain to the insurance gods. I tell the patient that this is the cost of the second splint and have them get it. The motivated patient wants to get better quickly, and the physician who treats patients to a speedy recovery will have a significant advantage today and in the future.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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What Cuben women wear? |
Source: Archena Nighthawk
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EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - NEUROTHERM NT250
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PRACTICE FOR SALE- ARIZONA
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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
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 - 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.
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
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