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December 11, 2025 #8,164  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
IN Podiatrist Discusses Achilles Tendon Injuries
Indiana Colts Quarterback Daniel Jones is done for the season after he was betrayed by his Achilles tendon during Sunday’s game in Jacksonville. “It’s not really that it’s fragile. It’s quite a strong tendon. It’s actually composed of three muscles; it’s the tendons of three muscles combined,” said Sandra Raynor, DPM of Podiatry Associates of Indiana. “It’s very powerful, so there’s a lot of force generated through that tendon, especially in sports like basketball and football or gymnastics, where they’re asking for the tendon to generate a lot of power as the person is jumping up off the ground or sprinting.”
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Dr. Raynor said a minor tear can heal on its own, a major rupture requires surgery, which can take up to a year to repair and yet still not have a guaranteed full recovery to pre-injury performance. “It’s a slow process, the repair, and the rehabilitation to get the area back strong again, and it is a hard injury to recover from,” she said. “We even know that with the best repair, it’s pretty hard to return to the same strength and functionality on that tendon that was there before.”
Source: Russ McQuaid, Fox-59 [12/8/25]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
Aspirus Health Welcomes WI Podiatrist
Aspirus Health has welcomed Jason Dunn, DPM, to the Aspirus Rhinelander Clinic – Chippewa Drive. Dr. Dunn joins a talented podiatry foot and ankle team at Aspirus which includes Thomas Landretti, DPM, who provides outreach care in Rhinelander, and Andrea Dirksen, DPM, at Aspirus Woodruff Clinic.
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Dr. Dunn earned his podiatric medical degree from the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine. He then completed his forefoot and rearfoot/ankle reconstructive surgical residency in Aurora, Colorado.
Source: Aspirus Health [12/9/25]
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| MEETING NEWS | |
UT Health San Antonio Hosts Diabetic Foot Update
The 2025 Diabetic Foot Update, hosted by UT Health San Antonio, featured lectures by international experts in the Charcot foot, in honor of Professor Charcot's 200th birthday. The meeting was chaired by Lee C. Rogers, DPM, Lawrence A. Lavery, and Robert G. Frykberg, DPM.
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(L-T) Drs. Lawrence Harkless, Edward Jude, and Lee Rogers) |
The 2025 Lawrence B. Harkless Award in Diabetic Foot Leadership was presented to Professor Edward Jude of Manchester, United Kingdom, in recognition of his enduring global contributions to diabetic foot care, research, and education. Dr. Jude presented his research on "Two Decades of Inflammatory Markers and Targeted Pharmacotherapies in the Charcot Foot."
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APMA Swiftly Defends Podiatrists Against Misleading OIG Reports
APMA is deeply concerned by recent Office of Inspector General (OIG) reports addressing podiatrists' claims for evaluation and management (E/M) services billed with modifier -25 and routine foot care services. The reports make sweeping claims regarding podiatrists' compliance that fail to recognize the value of care delivered by our profession and are not reflective of care delivery and claims billing today.
The OIG reports audited 2019 data which does not reflect how care is currently delivered, documented, or billed. APMA has called on CMS and the MACs to ensure that any additional oversight or educational efforts recommended by the OIG are transparent and supported by clear guidelines. They should also recognize and accommodate the clinical realities of patient care. APMA will continue to fight for podiatry and defend the profession from misleading narratives.
Source: APMA Weekly Focus [12/9/25]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (MEDICARE NEWS) | |
From: Farshid Nejad, DPM
Minnesota has been identified with $70M in healthcare fraud. Grafts being billed by the billions: Medicare Advantage programs are stealing money by the millions. Vascular surgeons billing millions by unbundling endovascular procedures. And I am sure there are billions more in fraud. But the OIG is worried about $4M in overpaid RFC billing. Where are their priorities?
Farshid Nejad, DPM, Beverly Hills, CA
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From: Lawrence Kosova, DPM
I wouldn't upload any patient chart, especially with the information you stated, into Chat GPT or any open AI system. You are just opening yourself up to lawsuits that the lawyers can now use the entire Internet against you. Also Sam Altman, who invented Chat GPT states in many recent articles that it is not even close for that yet. If you use Chat GPT vs Dax Copilot (Microsoft) vs Google Gemini, you will notice the accuracy and detail is different for the same questions/inquiries. Also, the way you phrase the question and the detail given will change what you wish to discover.
I am an advisor for Heidi Health AI. We are beta testing a research mode that the hospitals/clinicians are asking for. It will do what you are looking for but in a closed system. The LLM is specific to medicine also. This will aid in evidenced-based medicine protocols and even give citations etc. Imagine using this type of information for research but also for fighting with insurance companies to get paid properly. I would in fact go right to your malpractice carrier and ask these questions. They probably won't know the answer since everything is developing so quickly, but rest assured they won't want you to upload items about patients to the web via an AI model. Closed systems de-identify the patient; name, age, where they live, location, etc. needs to be stripped off what you are uploading.
I totally understand what you are doing and my answers are so others can learn as well. Please reach out to me if you would like to go further in this and I should be able to put you in touch with people that can possibly help.
Lawrence Kosova, DPM, Naperville IL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE) - PART 1A | |
From: Carl Solomon, DPM
Dr. Smith, thank you for sounding the alarm. As testimony to your comments, I can describe my own very recent experience. For over 6 months, I've had increasing connective tissue pain unrelated to overuse, stiffness, rotator cuff problems, a hamstrings strain from simply drying off after a shower, then a biceps tendon rupture. There was an obvious predisposition to these injuries due to something systemic. I reviewed my meds with my internist and we decided to do a 3-month holiday from rosuvastatin. My symptoms gradually subsided to the point I was pain-free after only 3 weeks. The biceps rupture us healing on its own.
If you do a PubMed search for keywords "statin", "tendonopathy", "rotator cuff", "rupture", etc., you'll find a wealth of articles in well-respected peer-reviewed the journals that describe this.
Carl Solomon, DPM, Dallas, TX
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE) - PART 1B | |
From: Ron Werter, DPM
I wonder where Dr. Smith gets his data from that he claims that statins cause diabetes and lowers testosterone and estrogen. According to most cardiologists, the data shows a 5% increase in muscular pain at higher doses. Nothing in legitimate peer-reviewed journals speaks about statins causing diabetes or hormonal disturbances. Most articles speak about statins reducing vascular inflammation and reducing cardiovascular pathology.
As a cardiologist friend of mine said many years ago when asked about the early thought that lipitor causes cataracts, it’s easier to treat cataracts than to treat death.
Ron Werter, DPM, NY, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE) - PART 1C | |
From: Robert Scott Steinberg, DPM
As to Dr. Smith's assertions regarding statins and Achilles injuries, the science is not that solid. Here is what a Google AI result states: "Yes, there's a noted link between statin use and Achilles tendon problems (tendinopathy/rupture), with case reports highlighting severe issues, though large population studies show mixed results, some finding a slight increased risk, while others finding no causal link, suggesting other factors like age, diabetes, or combined meds play a role. Tendon issues often resolve when statins are stopped, and symptoms usually appear early in treatment, prompting physicians to monitor patients for pain or weakness."
Since we all know there are multiple factors that can lead to Achilles injuries, like age, health, weight, and body conditioning, I am not sure how these were figured into the suggestion that statins are a significant risk.
Robert Scott Steinberg, DPM, Schaumburg, IL
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RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Source: Submitted by Dr. David Alper
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ASSOCIATE POSITION – MASSACHUSETTS
Seeking a full-time associate, ABFAS BQ/BC, to join our well-established group practice with a strong reputation located just north of Boston. Our practice is deeply integrated within our hospital system and medical community and we engage in both inpatient and outpatient care. We have an excellent referral network with high influx of new patients. We handle wide range of elective surgeries and manage diabetic foot infection/limb salvage. Despite our strong integration within our hospital system, we maintain our autonomy ensuring a positive work-life balance. We offer an excellent compensation/benefits package. Outstanding opportunity for qualified candidate. Email CV: footdocsma@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MARYLAND
Thriving podiatry practice with 3 office locations seeking a highly motivated and reliable full-time associate. Candidate must be board eligible, residency with RRA preferred. Great work environment with strong support staff. Competitive compensation and benefits package with bonus opportunities offered. Please email CV to: careers@mynewfeet.com
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY IN DALLAS - FORT WORTH
We’re growing in DFW and looking for a podiatrist who wants an associate job that’s genuinely fun. Think amazing vibes, unique culture, no drama, daily laughs, and a prime DFW location with everything close by. If that sounds good, email parrfoot@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TEXAS
Multi-location private practice seeks full-time associate in the Houston area. Immediate, substantial patient base. Start date Jan 1, 2026, with some flexibility. Spanish-speaking preferred. Learn more at www.archfootankle.com and apply by emailing drlakhani@archfootankle.com. Candidates must be TX licensed or in process.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – LONG ISLAND , NEW YORK
Advanced Foot Care is seeking a full-time Podiatrist to join our upscale, multi-location practice with 8 state-of-the-art offices across Long Island. We provide a modern, newly renovated work environment, a supportive and collaborative team culture, and access to the latest medical technology and billing software. We are looking for a motivated physician with a strong work ethic, positive energy, and a passion for patient care. In return, we offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. To learn more, visit www.AdvancedFootCare.com and apply by emailing catherinec@advancedfootcare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MARYLAND
Immediate associate position to join our team. An expanding, dynamic podiatry practice with lots of room to grow. Limb salvage, deformity, trauma & clinic. Multiple hospitals to participate with. Maryland license preferred, BQ or eligible required. Please email CV to footanklerecon@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST OPPORTUNITIES – MULTIPLE STATES
US Foot & Ankle Specialists (USFAS), the nation's largest podiatric group, is hiring! We have immediate and future openings in FL, KY, MD, NC, OH, PA, VA, & WV—ideal for doctors ready now or graduating by 2026. Join a team committed to advanced technology, top-tier care, and long-term growth. Must be licensed or in process. Email cover letter and resume to: recruiting@us-fas.com
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Aria Care Partners is seeking Mobile Podiatrists to work 1-2 days/week in skilled nursing facilities. You will have autonomy and focus on clinical care while we take care of all scheduling and billing. Guaranteed daily base rate plus competitive compensation. Electronic charting and all equipment provided. Make a true difference in an under-served population. New graduates or experienced practitioners are welcome! Email CV to: kcampbell@aria.care
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Join a dynamic, fast-growing podiatry practice seeking a surgically trained podiatrist who thrives in the OR and delivers exceptional patient care. We value integrity, drive, and teamwork. Enjoy strong support, a solid referral base, and real career growth. Call or text 410-459-4909 (preferred) or email DrHoward@HLESfootcare.com to learn more.
GREAT OPPORTUNITY- GEORGIA
Associate position available in our thriving practice outside of Atlanta. Two physician, two office practice, well established in the community for over 40 years. Senior doctor looking to slow down as patient volume is expanding, so this is a great opportunity to join a practice where you can provide full-scope care, with the great entrepreneurial opportunities which private practice affords. Salary + bonus + benefits. Send CV to Georgiadpm557@gmail.com
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Join a well established multi-location group practice. Participate in Residency Training and Clinical Research. Must be well trained in surgery and limb preservation. Send CV to podiatricri@yahoo.com
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Our growing podiatry team in Palm Springs, CA is seeking skilled Podiatrists specializing in Wound Care and Diabetic Limb Salvage. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in preventing diabetic foot complications and limb salvage techniques. We provide a competitive salary to include healthcare and other fringe benefits. This role requires collaboration with our multidisciplinary team, focusing on advanced wound care and surgical interventions. Qualified candidates email manager@westcoastfootandankle.com
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Well established group practice seeking a part-time associate 2-3 days a week, with full-time potential, in Freehold and Burlington, NJ. Applicant must have a current NJ License, Board Certified/Qualified, and at least 1 year experience as a rendering provider. Please send letter of interest and CV to cherylm@njpodiatrygroup.com
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Preferred Foot & Ankle has an immediate opening for a motivated DPM in Chandler. New MESA location also seeks a pediatric-focused DPM for Pediatric Foot & Ankle. Join a collaborative, growth-driven team with strong community ties, and an established patient base. Offering Competitive compensation Bonus Structure. Apply today – send CV to anolan@preferredfootankle.com.
WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP – NEW YORK
CPME APPROVED 12 month fellowship, located at St. John's Episcopal Hospital in Queens, New York. Hospital and clinic environment, with onsite hyperbaric medicine. The wound care fellowship position pays a 6 figure salary for the year, with benefits. Please contact or jtfootcare@gmail.com. EOE employer.
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