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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 16,727 Podiatrists Daily
November 27, 2014 #5,228  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
More Patients Opt to Replace Ankle Joints Instead of Fusion
Replacing hips and knees has become a common affair. Now, people are increasingly swapping out weakened or injured ankles to get back on their feet. Ankle replacement is an alternative to the more common fix, ankle fusion, restoring more range of motion and flexibility. Newer artificial joints can include parts such as mobile bearings that make moving up and down on an incline easier. Some patients who had fusions in the past may be candidates for ankle replacements. Dr. Shannon Rush, a podiatrist who performs foot and ankle surgery at the Palo Alto Medical Foundation’s Mountain View, CA center, says he sees one or two patients a month whose ankles were fused in a poor position.
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Erika Spencer Brose, 44, a former dancer who now works as an emergency 911 operator, had her ankle fused after a car accident in 1992, but it was fused at a slight angle so she could wear a heel or boot. She says she became addicted to painkillers for a time, and was unable to walk very far.Two years ago, Dr. Rush removed the fused bone and put in a new ankle joint. “Overall it has made a huge difference,” says Ms. Brose. “It turns, it flexes, and it does things it never did before.”
Source: Laura Landro, Wall Street Journal [11/24/14]
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
NYCPM Sports Medicine Club Gets Hands-On Lessons in Kinesiology Taping
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Jessica Botvinick, DPT, guides Zakiyyah Waters as she tapes Joseph Waterhouse, both Class of 2017 |
A kinesiology taping workshop was given by the New York College of Podiatric Medicine's NYCPM's Physical Therapy Department this month for members of the Sports Medicine Club. Good information, real experience, and good times were had by all! Instructors were Gregory Taylor, DPT, Jessica Botvinick. DPT, and Nicholas Argerakis, DPM ('09).
Source: Footprints [November 2014]
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
FL Podiatrist Hosts Sports Injuries Event for UCF Students
University of Central Florida (UCF) medical students joined a group on physicians, orthopedic residents, and professional athletes for an in-depth session on sports injuries and treating athletes as a whole. The event was hosted by sports medicine physician and surgeon, Dr. Gideon Lewis.
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Dr. Gideon Lewis (L) at sports injuries event |
“It’s very rare that medical students and residents have a chance to talk with professional athletes and physicians who treat these athletes on a daily basis,” Dr. Lewis said. “I just want them to think outside the box and understand that medicine is not just a science, but it’s also an art.”
Source: UCF
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
NE Podiatrist Provides Winter Boot Buying Tips
Are your winter boots stylish or safe? It's a question many people are wondering about when it comes to finding the best shoes to prevent them from slipping and sliding on icy streets. "The last patient I saw had just a sprain, thankfully for her, but it could have been a hairline fracture," said Dr. Don Buddecke, a podiatrist in Bellevue. Winter footwear can make or break you or your ankles, especially with below freezing temperatures and icy streets.
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Dr. Don Buddecke |
Dr. Buddecke says that people are slipping and falling and it could be because of their shoes. "We see a lot of broken ankles this time of year," said Buddecke. That's why he says to be more careful, especially when shopping for a winter boot. "Some of the more stylish boots have more of a high heel to them, and it's not going to have much support; it's very slippery, so again it's that rubber type sole that's going to be the best," said Buddecke.
Source: Fox 42 News [11/24/14]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
RE: MI Podiatrist Turns Her Life Around
From: Sharon Stewart, DPM
I was disappointed to find that your fine publication ran a press release from a local newspaper about some significant trouble I was tragically caught up with in 2004. At the time of your publication of this article, I was incarcerated and had no knowledge that PM News would print something of this nature, particularly as I, the subject, was given no opportunity to discuss the matter with PM News. While PM News runs a statement regarding the protection of privacy, I found it particularly lacking in this case. At this time I would appreciate the opportunity to reply to your article.
Since my release from prison in 2010, two separate courts have determined that....
Editor's note: Dr. Stewart's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
From: Richard Stess, DPM
From my earlier post, I omitted the following two companies that fabricate custom gauntlets for podiatric practitioners:
American Shoe Company
Mile High Orthotics
Richard Stess, DPM, Mill Valley, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (EMR) | |
From: R. Alex Dellinger, DPM
While I agree in principle with what Dr. Brody is saying -- and there is probably no better expert in Meaningful Use than he is. How efficient is it really? I would love to see this: Let's compare the EMR "structured data" from each medical provider that a single diabetic patient sees -- let's say their internist, their PCP, their opthalmologist, their podiatrist, their neurologist, and their orthopedic surgeon. I'll bet a whole lot that it's not all the same. It's probably not even close. But since all of these docs have their own separate EMR, and are getting the stimulus money, there are a whole lot of separate data.
Why didn't the government think about having a patient's PCP be the "hub" of meaningful use? They could keep a master EMR system of all of a patient's structured data. And as ancillary providers, our systems could access it! Then, it would all be cohesive, as Dr. Brody suggests it should be (of which I agree). But we don't have a cohesive system. We have multitudes of different medical assistants, nurses, and techs entering different structured data into different EMRs. I know the government's goal is to achieve cohesiveness. But with all the different systems, I don't see how it can be. Oh, and I have heard that not many doctors are achieving stage 2 Meaningful Use.
R. Alex Dellinger, DPM, Little Rock, AR
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
From: Jon Purdy, DPM
Before anyone uses long-acting or slow-release opioids, consider a recent statement by physicians of the American Academy of Pain Management who do not recommend their use in acute or post-operative pain management. Although it is a selling point of manufacturers of medications such as Xartemis, I personally use what works best for my patients and not necessarily what protects those who obtain and abuse opioids illegally.
Recommendations for acute pain are multimodal regimens combining acetaminophen, NSAIDs and opioids. Preparations of LA and SR medications are best reserved for chronic pain management.
Jon Purdy, DPM, New Iberia, LA
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 1
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Absurd ICD-10 Code of the Day
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Prolonged stay in a weightless environment |
Prolonged stay in weightless environment – X52
Source: Xavier E. Martinez, poweryour practice.com
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 2
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| CLASSIFIED ADS |
LOCUM TENENS WANTED – LOS ANGELES AREA
Need podiatrist for 8-12 hours a week to cover Encino practice for 8 months (Dec-July 30, 2015). (Ex: Tues pm and Friday 9-5; flexible). Must have own malpractice ins. Urgent reply requested. O:(818)905-1000, C: (818)807-3200, send cv to email: gilmanpodiatry230@gmail.com.
LOCUM TENENS WANTED – NEW YORK
Seeking recent podiatry graduate who can speak English and Spanish to run 2 offices in Queens January, February, and possibly March due to medical absence. Position can lead to associate/ partnership. Please email: Hsd18@aol.com if interested.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MULTI-SPECIALTY GROUP IN LOS ANGELES
Looking for PMSR/RRA graduate to join the group and the residency training faculty. Must be well trained in limb preservation, trauma, and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. Starting guaranteed base salary of 120,000/yr with incentives & benefits. Send CV with 3 references to podiatricri@yahoo.com attention Stan Mathis, DPM
ASSOCIATE POSITION - EASTERN SHORE OF MARYLAND
Multiple office practice located on the Eastern Shore of MD near beaches. Seeking motivated, energetic individual to join our three existing physicians. We are an expanding practice with focus on all aspects of podiatric care. Offices equipped with ultrasound, digital imaging, 3-D scanners, onsite ambulatory surgery center and many other state of the art amenities. Excellent salary with bonus and benefits package. Send CV to dpmkthomas@gmail.com
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
IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR A DPM - DC METRO AREA
Foot and Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic, LLC is in need of a replacement practitioner in our Downtown Silver Spring and DC offices. Come join our team of top docs. If you are an established practitioner (available now), and you are enthusiastic, personable, motivated and well-trained, we would be delighted to discuss an associate position in our 33-doctor group with 21 locations with you. Significant patient flow, EMR, computerized scheduling, certified ambulatory surgical centers, hospital and physician referral base. Please send cover letter and resume to: newdpm@footandankle-usa.com.
BUSY PRACTICE SEEKING FULL TIME / PART-TIME ASSOCIATE - WASHINGTON, DC
Active DC License required now. All facets of podiatry including office, ER, hospital surgery, and nursing homes. We are in three offices in the DC area. We treat you right. Applicants should be PSR-24/36. Competitive salary. You will be seeing 20 patients a day from the start. Opportunity to get cases for boards. Hospital based practice.. Come grow with us. Send CV and references to DCMDfootdoc@aol.com
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 email eriksims@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 POSITION - DAYTONA BEACH, 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 www.yourcareerinpodiatry.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TAMPA FLORIDA
Beaches, great weather, great restaurants, culture, laid back lifestyle – all year! "old-style" work ethic, unique thriving practice. Associate to "Buy-In" Opportunity. 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
PODIATRIC PHYSICIAN WANTED - CHICAGO/SUBURBS
If you are working in private practice and have the time to see more patients; we can significantly increase your income. Chicago Podiatric Surgeons is looking for a minimum of two days per week commitment to work at one of our offices located in Chicago, Tinley Park or Lombard. Enjoy a full schedule and high compensation immediately. We would consider part or full time employment, independent contracting, partnership or merge. If interested or want more information contact, Thomas Carr, DPM at dr.tcarr@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION, IMMEDIATE – NORTHERN CALIFORNIA/SF EAST BAY
We are seeking podiatrists to join our multi-office practice, immediate opening. Must have great people skills, bedside manner, and positive demeanor. California license required. No nursing home visits. Prefer private practice experience, credentialed with insurance. Full and Part Time positions. Send CV and cover letter to: ebpod2008@gmail.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.
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - PADNET
PRACTICE FOR SALE – MARYLAND
Well established, turn-key busy podiatry practice with accredited hospital-grade ASC is available for sale. Situated in a full service medical building located in a very desirable and convenient area of Northwest Baltimore County. Strong referral base and modern facility with EMR, digital x-rays, hi-def ultrasound and multi-use laser equipped. A great opportunity for a group to expand services into this area or for a very motivated and well trained individual. For more information contact Mr. Jesse Delanoy, attorney representative c/o Offit/Kurman Law Group: jDelanoy@offitkurman.com or at his office 301-575-0301.
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
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