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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,380 Subscribers Daily
November 23, 2018 #6,315  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
NY Podiatrist Discusses Taking Care of Your Feet When Traveling
Packing more than one pair of shoes takes up precious space in your suitcase, but this may be the difference between enjoying your vacation and staying in your hotel because you can’t take more than 10 steps without feeling excruciating foot pain. “Switch it up from an active morning of sightseeing to a casual, "lounge-y" lunch and an afternoon of shopping to a dressy dinner and exploration of nightlife,” says Dr. Jacqueline Sutera, who is a member of Vionic’s Innovation Lab . “If you wear the same shoes all day, they may cause injury if not appropriate for long periods of walking and standing.”
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Dr. Jacqueline Sutera |
Pads, cushions, and insoles will also help. Gel pads, for example, won't absorb odors like traditional fabric pads. They also last longer and are washable and re-usable. “There are also some really great silicone adhesive gel cushions that stick onto feet instead of inside the shoes,” suggested Dr. Sutera.
Source: Dobrina Zhekova, Instyle [11/18/18]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRY IN THE NEWS - PART 1 | |
Bahamas Podiatrist Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
While World Diabetes Day was being commemorated last week, Minister of Health Dr. Duane Sands brought the dismal news that The Bahamas is the world leader in the prevalence of diabetes. His remarks came as the Bahamas Podiatric Medical Association (BPMA) launched its first annual conference under the theme: “New Hope for Diabetic Feet.”
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Dr. Deborah Raine |
At the conference, BPMA presented a Lifetime Achievement Award to Dr. Deborah Raine, who in 1974 made history as the first Bahamian podiatrist. She became a founding member of the Bahamas Diabetic Association (BDA). The BDA was established in March 1986. .
Source: Felicity Darville, Bahamas Tribune [11/20/18]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRY IN THE NEWS - PART 2 | |
UK Students Given a Unique Look into Podiatry
Twenty-four students studying health courses at East Sussex College Hastings were given an insight into podiatry and anatomy during a recent trip to the Leaf Hospital in Eastbourne. Specialists took students around the clinic and gave them an interactive session on the anatomy of a body that was donated to the center for scientific research. They looked at the structural organs, bones, and soft tissue and were able to get hands-on and palpate the cadavers.
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UK students observe plaster casting for orthotics |
The students were then taught how to plaster and cast the foot and learn about how orthotics are made. Podiatry experts then told the students about the link between podiatry and forensics, and how organizations like the FBI and CSI are able to solve crime cases using gait analysis. The final part of the day enabled the students to observe and learn from third-year university students as they assessed and treated patients with minor foot or lower limb conditions.
Source: fenews.com [11/19/18]
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| ON THE LECTURE CIRCUIT | |
IL Podiatrist Lectures on Coming Healthcare Changes
Fifty podiatric physicians and surgeons attended a three-hour lecture by Sev Hrywnak, DPM, MD presented by the Medical Business Institute. The main focus of the presentation was how a podiatric physician and surgeon can be prepared for the coming healthcare changes. “Everything will change because of big data and artificial intelligence. A lack or ignorance of knowledge are the roots of many of our current problems and conflicts in medicine. “Podiatry will be greatly affected as analytics show and the DPM should be aware and be prepared for these changes.” said Hrywnak.
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Dr. Sev Hrywnak |
The lecture covered how the podiatry office needs to be re-structured, how to make a proposal to CMS, when the time comes for bundled payments under the Bundled Payment for Care Improvement model (BPCI), how to become part of integrative groups, and how to make sure podiatry is part of the major changes proposed by the healthcare disrupters (Amazon, JP Morgan Chase, and Berkshire-Hathaway). “The intent going forward in healthcare is to encourage standardized, cost-effective healthcare decisions,” stated Hrywnak.
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
Car Crashes into Aussie Podiatrist's Building
A white Ute crashed into Jay Loukes Podiatry on Thursday afternoon, November 22. Police, ambulance staff, and two fire and rescue trucks were on site.
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Car crashes into podiatry office (photo: Ciara Bastow) |
With the help of fire and rescue staff and a tow truck, the Ute was pulled from the store. A police officer controlled traffic as this was happening. According to police, one man was being attended to in the ambulance and another was giving his statement to police.
Source: Lithgow Mercury [11/22/18]
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| IN THE COURTS | |
Appeal in IN Amputated Toe Lawsuit Denied
An Indiana appeals court has upheld a summary judgment against an Anderson woman who attempted to sue her healthcare providers after her toes were amputated. Mary N. Poole of Anderson said her healthcare fell below the applicable standards causing her to lose portions of her toes causing impairment, disfigurement, pain, suffering, and emotional distress.
In her civil lawsuit, Poole said her doctor of podiatric medicine subjected her to a “risky, non-emergency surgery” and she was deprived of an opportunity to make an informed decision on whether or not she should undergo the procedure. On April 10, 2017, a summary judgment in favor of the healthcare providers was granted in Madison County Circuit Court 6. Poole appealed the judgment. Court of Appeals Judge Elaine B. Brown, however, upheld the lower court’s finding affirming Poole’s case lacked expert testimony to establish the required standard of care.
Source: Traci L. Miller, The Herald Bulletin [11/21/18]
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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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Today's Featured Article |
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Steps to Improve Patient Relationships and Increase Staff Efficiency – Part 1
1. Give Patients The Power To Schedule Appointments at Their Convenience. Some patients need to set appointments after hours; others simply like online convenience. Both groups prefer self-scheduling. In fact, 64 percent of patients will book appointments online by 2019. Giving patients the power to schedule their own appointments is smart for several reasons.
First, it increases the chance that they’ll keep their appointments. Second, you’ll connect with patients the way they prefer. This increases satisfaction. Self-scheduling also frees your front office team to work on other tasks.
Source: Solution Reach
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
From: Elliot Udell, DPM
Dr. Musella is correct when he asserts that we often rely too heavily on evidence-based medicine and ignore clinical judgment based on common sense combined with years of clinical experience.
Part of the problem is that we still live in an era where research into new medications and subsequent papers need to be funded by corporate entities. Unfortunately, if a procedure or medication cannot earn a company a 'pot of gold', they won't fund the research. At board meetings of the American Society of Podiatric Medicine, we have often lamented that there are no good studies to the support the use of PT blocks, when clinically indicated, because there are no corporations willing to fund the research.
The great thing about EBM, however, is that it prevents 'bullies' in many medical fields, including ours, from promoting non-effective treatments based solely on their personal opinions and political status in their respective professions.
Elliot Udell, DPM, Hicksville, NY
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Same designer - Now if only we could combine these shoes! |
Source: Jolanda van Eijk 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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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 1 - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE – BLOOMINGTON, IN
A well-established, profitable 47 year-old podiatry practice is for sale in Bloomington, Indiana. All office equipment and inventory is separately for sale, including but not limited to a digital x-ray, c-arm, laser, and power chairs. Inquires can be made to blmpodiatry@gmail.com
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 2- ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WESTERN PA
Well-established podiatry practice in Western, PA looking for a full-time Podiatrist to join their team. Position will involve seeing patients at multiple hospitals, wound care centers and satellite offices. Basic qualification: Graduation from an accredited medical school and completed accredited residency program. Board Certified/Qualified. Certificate/license medical license to practice in State of Pennsylvania. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to our team members. email CV to: dysteindpm@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE WANTED – NEW JERSEY
Looking for full-time podiatry associate in East Orange, NJ. Associated with Wound Center. Competitive Salary and benefits. Looking for someone interested in long term arrangement, with buy in option in 2 years. Send CV and cover letter to drfoot44@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – FLORIDA
A provider of high quality podiatric care in nursing facilities is looking for podiatrists to treat patients in Florida. We are a fast growing company looking for motivated, caring podiatrists. Full-time and part-time positions available. Please send your CV & cover letter to office@easternpodiatrypllc.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA
Retiring Soon. Looking for associate to join busy practice in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia
Candidate must have completed residency. Will sponsor for immigration For terms email orthotic4d@shaw.ca
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NORTH CAROLINA
Great opportunity in rural Northeastern NC! 20 year, well established practice with multiple locations, ready to continue to grow, seeking hard working podiatrist/s just entering practice or with experience, to join us. North Carolina license a must, Send questions and/or CV to iiicms@aol.com
FULL-TIME or PART-TIME PODIATRIST - DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA
PSR 24-36 Trained Multi-dimensional, Multi-office group treating a wide range of patients to include: forefoot, rearfoot, diabetic wound care, sports medicine and work-related injuries. A great opportunity for driven personable individual. Please e-mail CV, Letter of references, 1 minute Video Introduction Email: cnunez1940@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LOS ANGELES CA
Excellent opportunity for hard working, ethical rearfoot and ankle trained foot & ankle surgeon. Full scope practice including fore/rearfoot surgery, trauma, biomechanics. Located across the street from a major hospital. Associateship leading to partnership. Email CV to lafootanklesurgeon@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - EL PASO, TX
If your passion is to enhance people's independence and quality of life through helping them improve their mobility, then a career as a Preferred Podiatry Group podiatrist could be for you. Flexibility, autonomy, resources - they're all yours! Oh, and did we mention that there's very high earning potential based on patient volume? Please send an email to recruiting@PPGpc.com if you're interested in learning more about PPG podiatric care for residents in long term care homes.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MARYLAND
Established practice looking for a full-time podiatrist for our three Maryland locations. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills including ulcer care, diabetes, surgery and general foot care. Must have a strong office personality with the ability to maintain and attract patients. Must be willing to merge into an already established protocol based office. Please send C/V to podiatristsmd@gmail.com
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 – HOUSTON, TEXAS
Busy podiatry practice seeks motivated DPM to join our team. Amazing opportunity for someone looking to grow with us. Incredible company culture. Suburban outpatient practice in an active part of town. Sports medicine and lots of kids. No weekends or hospital call. Interested applicants invited to send CV's to: HoustonDPMJob@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ORANGE COUNTY, CA
Busy practice looking for a bilingual, Spanish speaking, part or full-time associate for a multi-office practice. Both Non-surgical & PSR-24-36 Board qualified/certified foot and ankle physicians and/or fellowship trained surgeons wanted. Candidate must be personable, outgoing and motivated with excellent bedside manner with ability to be busy from day one. Must be competent in all areas of conservative, wound care and surgical treatments of the foot and ankle. Competitive salary offered. Email CV to: ocfootdoc27@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LOUISVILLE, KY
Immediate opportunity to walk into a busy three doctor practice to take over for an established podiatrist moving back to his home town for family reasons. Multifaceted well-equipped office centrally located with a local residency. Send resume and letter of interest to benfeet@yahoo.com.
MULTI-LOCATION GROUP - CHICAGO/NEAR WEST SUBURBS
Seeking F.T. ABFAS Board Certified/Eligible associate- P.T. available. MINIMUM 2 year practice experience required. Surgical/ortho patients. Great staff. DME, MIS, EMR, ultrasound, PRP, shockwave, digital x-ray, laser, sx center & Physical Therapy- Top pay, associateship & practice equity available for experienced candidates. Contact podiatryoffer@gmail.com
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 18,500 DPMs AND STUDENTS
Whether you have used equipment to sell or are offering an associate position, PM News classified ads are the fastest, most-effective way of reaching over 18,500 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@prodigy.net or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at davidekagan@gmail.com or call (215) 808-0770.
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