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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,234 Subscribers Daily
November 24, 2015 #5,532  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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COPYRIGHT 2015- No part of PM News can be reproduced without the
written permission of Barry Block
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| PM NEWS QUICK POLL |
Quick Poll
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| EDITOR'S NOTE | |
Call for Nominations - Podiatry Management's 2016 VIP List
Every five years, Podiatry Management Magazine publishes its "Most Influential Podiatrists" list. This list is compiled by the editorial board of PM. We invite nominations of individuals for this prestigious honor. Please send nominations along with a brief statement of why this podiatrist belongs on the VIP list to bblock@podiatrym.com. Self-nominations will be accepted. The deadline for nominations is December 1, 2015.
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| APMA COMPONENT NEWS | |
APMWA Announces 30h Annual Student Writing Competition
The American Podiatric Medical Writers Association has announced its 29th Annual Student Writing Competition.
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All papers MUST be non-technical in nature. Appropriate subjects include practice management, ethics, law, education, or any topic that would be suitable for a lay publication.
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There is no word limitation. Papers will be graded for content, style, grammar, neatness, and overall impact.
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First prize will be one thousand dollars ($1,000), sponsored by an APMA Educational Foundation endowment from Dr. and Mrs. Steven Berlin, and recognition in the APMA NEWS and the APMWA Newsletter. Honorable Mention Certificates may also be awarded.
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This competition is open to ANY enrolled podiatric student.
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Entries must be received by 4/1/16 via e-mail at bblock@podiatrym.com
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Entries become the property of APMWA, which may arrange publication of the entry.
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
NYCPM Class of 2018 Gives Thanks for Cadaver Donors with Convocation
Recently, the students of the New York College of Podiatric Medicine (NYCPM) class of 2018 held a convocation of thanks. This is a tradition in medical schools for students as they finish anatomy. In the case of our students, this year for the first time the convocation is being held as they complete their second anatomy course, their LEAN course. They completed General Anatomy in June, and the Lower Extremity course this fall.
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(L-R) Michael Sayad, Mai Pham, Vrunda Dalal, Michael Paula, all Class of 2018, and Dr. Daria Dykyj. On Monitor Drs. Anthony DiLandro, Joy Reidenberg, and Daria Dykyj.
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This is an important way for medical schools to help the medical students think about the personal dedication and sharing on the part of the donors, according to Daria Dykyj, PhD, Professor of Lower Extremity and Anatomy. At the October 19 ceremony, NYCPM students had a chance to share their thoughts about how grateful they are for the opportunity of learning by using human cadavers. Students offered their heartfelt thanks with poems, and lit candles in memory and tribute to the generosity of the donors.
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
OPMA Announces New Executive Board
At the most recent annual conference and general meeting, the Ontario Podiatric Medical Association (OPMA) elected Kel Sherkin, DPM as its incoming president. The rest of its new executive board of directors is as follows:
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Dr. Kel Sherkin |
Vice President - Tej Sahota
Vice President - Shel Freelan, DPM
Secretary - Martin Brain, DPM
Treasurer- Peter Higenell, DPM
Immediate Past President - Bruce Ramsden, DPM
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| PODIATRIC PRODUCTS IN THE NEWS | |
MI Podiatrist Uses Surgical Safety Monitor
Horror stories abound about surgical instruments accidentally left inside patients after an operation. More often, instruments get lost or inadvertently tossed out with the trash. All are problems that retired nurse Carol Schmucker set out to solve when she invented the Surgical Safety Scanner, a new system for tracking surgical instruments for accurate surgical counts, inventory control, and billing for surgical services. “When a surgeon opens a tray now, there’s a piece of paper that tells them what’s on the tray and they take a visual count to match,” Schmucker said. “By having each instrument tagged you always can find where each instrument is and you can bring up each instrument visually along with its history. You can bring it up on the screen: what’s missing, what you need and what’s there.”
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Dr. Jeff Szczepanski (photo: Tessa lightly) |
Podiatrist Dr. Jeff Szczepanski, owner of Great Lakes Foot & Ankle Specialists, has been using it in his practice for several months. He said already it has proved its worth in staff teaching. Now he hopes it will save on instrument replacement costs of $100 or more per instrument and ultimately improve patient safety. “I’m excited about tracking my instruments,” said Szczepanski, who has his staff scan all instruments at the start and end of each day as well as around surgeries. “They’re so expensive that, as owner of a practice, it’s very frustrating when an instrument goes missing. Many times (staff are) dumpster diving through some nasty, bloody trash.”
Source: Marta Hepler Drahos, Record-Eagle 11/21/15]
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| SUCCESS TIPS FROM THE MASTERS | |
Bret Ribotsky: How does a podiatrist go about learning how to do research?
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Dr. Adam Landsman |
Adam Landsman: First, find a mentor - someone who is doing research in you area. Contact them and say that you would like to get involved. Everyone interested in doing research needs to get CITI training (citiprogram.org). It's a good start. Look for national seminars to see if they are having a research track. Many have had these in the past. If you are interested, let the seminars know and hopefully, they will respond.
Meet the Masters airs live on Tuesday night. This week's guest is to be announced. You can register for this and future events by clicking here.
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| PM JURY VERDICT REPORTER | |
Physician Denied Amputation of Toe Resulted From Improper Care (PA)
Facts: On March 21, 2010, plaintiff Lauren Ward, a nurse in her late 20s, presented to an emergency room with complaints of left foot and ankle pain, following a fall. X-rays showed a small fracture in the fourth metatarsal of her left foot. She was told to follow up with Defendant.
Ward first treated with a podiatrist and then with Defendant, who were both with the...
Editor's note: The complete verdict reporter can be read here.
Award: $ 0. The jury found that defendant did not fall below the applicable standard of medical
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Plaintiff's Expert: Ronald A. Sage, DPM, Park Ridge, IL
Defendant's Expert: Steven Shannon, DPM, Doylestown, PA
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF OF THE DAY | |
Five Steps to Improve the Patient Experience - Part 1
It is believed that strengthening the relationship between healthcare providers and their patients will lead to earlier detection of diseases, better patient compliance, reduction of cost, and improved clinical outcomes, among other benefits. To that end, the ACA has instituted measures to change physician behavior and hold them accountable for improving the patient experience.
By 2017, practices will be required to conduct and report Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems - Clinician & Group Surveys to CMS as part of the transition to a new value-based reimbursement program. The intent over time is to improve population health for the United States, while reducing the cost of medical care. One of the most important contributing factors to accomplish this requires improving the patient experience.
Source: Judy Capko, Physcians Practice [11/11/15]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM NEWS QUICK POLLS ) | |
From: George Jacobson, DPM
Government shouldn't be penalizing anyone. Whether it was e-prescribing, EHR, or PQRS, there should be incentives only, not penalties. We have done the work and should be praised and paid for participating. These blackmail techniques are for the mob. They are extortion.
George Jacobson, DPM, Hollywood, FL
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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A shoe fit for a birdbrain? |
Source: Costa Magarakis via Virtual Shoe Museum
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MEETING NOTICES
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FREDERICK, MD
Experienced practitioner or recent residency graduate. Start July 2016. Established practice with all the administrative and professional tools needed for your success. On site orthotic, gait, and shoe labs. shoe store. Surgery center and hospital opportunities too. Only motivated, self starting podiatrists ready to work as a team need apply. Send cover letter and resume to owkalo@gmail.com. We are Foot & Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic www.footandankle-usa.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST, FL
now or July '16: must be BC or BQ by ABFAS. Need great work ethic, & team players needed. Fellowship experience preferred, not mandatory. LOI with how you are a superstar, LOR from director, CV. great salary + bonus, partnership buy-in. Naples, FL klamdpm@hotmail.com
PART-TIME PODIATRIST POSITION - CHICAGO SUBURBS, WILL AND LAKE COUNTIES
Excellent supplemental income opportunity in an established podiatry practice. Scope of work-- seeing patients in an office setting in retirement communities; nursing home visits, house calls and office visits are available if desired. Must be hardworking, personable and self-motivated. Please send your CV to chifootcare@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY
available immediately in a busy, 30 year established, single location, high visibility office with digital x-ray, DME, diabetic shoe store, and EMR. Good patient volume and potential for partnership or purchase. Contact samuel10530@yahoo.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TAMPA, FLORIDA
Newly available position to join a well established multi-office group practice in the beautiful Tampa Bay area starting July 2016. Our practice has 12 locations and is rapidly growing. We are seeking a highly motivated, ethical, outgoing surgically trained associate for this excellent opportunity. Candidate will require Florida licensure and prefer ABFAS certified or eligible/qualified. Competitive salary, excellent benefits, bonus structure with partnership opportunity. Please email CV: Kristin.pontious@ankleandfootcenter.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW JERSEY
Seeking energetic podiatrist. Must speak Spanish. You must be trained in all aspects of Podiatric Surgery including forefoot and rearfoot surgery. Be willing to follow and learn proven systems for practice success. Competitive remuneration package. Position available for Summer 2016. If you meet all these qualifications, please apply with CV attached. njpod2013-1@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - BANGOR, MAINE
Seeking personable, well rounded individual to join our well established, modern three-doctor practice performing all aspects of foot and ankle care. Digital x-ray, EHR, DME, etc. Competitive salary with bonus structure and benefits. Early partnership opportunity for the right person. Send letter of interest and CV to: Mainoffice@acadiafootandankle.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL FLORIDA
Associate wanted for well-established practice in central Florida. Experienced support staff, great benefits including malpractice coverage. Excellent opportunity for a promising future. To apply, go to www.yourcareerinpodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Full-time associate leading to partnership. Immediate position available. Busy office with multiple locations. Full scope practice. Three year residency preferred. ABPS Board qualified/certified. California license required. Benefits included. Inland Empire. Please forward resume to familyfootcenter@verizon.net
PODIATRISTS WANTED - NORTHERN AND CENTRAL CALIFORNIA
Podiatrists wanted for practice in long-term care and SNF facilities in the Bakersfield and Oakland areas. Independent practice professionally managed and billed. Reply with letter of interest and C.V. to : zbubblesz@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MISSOURI
Newly available position to join a well-established independent practice, associate leading to partnership. Board qualified/certified. Please forward resume to stcpod@att.net
ASSOCIATE WANTED - SOUTHWEST, FL
Associate position: now or July '16: must be BC or BQ by ABFAS, ability to work independently on complex cases. Hospital rounds, ER calls, great work ethic, team players needed. Fellowship experience preferred, not mandatory. LOI, LOR from director, CV. great salary + bonus, partnership buy-in. Naples, FL klamdpm@hotmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - OHIO
Well-established group practice in Ohio seeks a well-trained surgeon, PSR24/36. Our practice provides all of the latest technology needed to provide patients with the best care, including ultrasound, lasers, PAD testing, DME, EMR and digital x-ray. Competitive compensation package including salary base $120,000 and bonus. Please send CV to: DPMgroup1@yahoo.com
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 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 16,500 subscribers. For details,click here or write to: bblock@podiatrym.com or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at (800) 284-5451.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 2- PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICES WANTED - HOUSTON AREA
Expanding current practice and looking to buy podiatry practices within 1 hour driving radius of Houston. Prefer selling physician to stay with practice for at least 12 months but more is better. If interested please email faajobs@gmail.com
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE
1. Surgical instruments 2. Brand new, never used Tourniquet Delfi PTS (9"x5") 3.cast cutter plus cast splitter . Contact me for full details ksherkin@hotmail.com
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - PADNET SYSTEM
Padnet System for Sale: $7,500. Complete system. The computer has been erased and it’s software updated by Padnet. I will include the rolling stand as well if the purchaser wants to pay the shipping or pick it up on the west coast of Florida. Contact: venicefootclinic@comcast.net
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - MANAHATTAN
Entire contents of podiatry office for sale in lower Manhattan. Midmark chairs 646 and 416 w stools, Philips wall mount xray units, Fluroscan 50200, ScanX digital xray, mobile cabinets, burton lights, Mettler EMS and Ultrasound, fixtures etc
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHEAST FLORIDA
Busy well established successful turn-key Podiatry practice for sale. Active adult community. Professionally designed and decorated. Office is immaculate. Good yearly gross with many new patients. Medicare and cash patients. No managed care. Owner willing to stay for transition. Excellent well trained staff. Click on this link to view website.
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 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 16,500 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@podiatrym.com or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at (800) 284-5451.
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