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The Voice of Podiatrists
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December 16, 2022 #7,405  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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PM News Advance Notice
PM News will not be publishing the week of December 26, 2022. We will resume publishing on January 2, 2023.
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| ABPM NEWS | |
ABPM Welcomes Class of 2022 Diplomates
The American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM) has welcomed 296 Doctors of Podiatric Medicine to its 2022 Class of Diplomates. The ABPM reports that this year’s pass rate was 86%. The Board tested 345 applicants nationwide during this testing cycle. These results continue a longstanding trend among our classes of diplomates, comparable to allopathic and osteopathic counterparts, who demonstrate pass rates in the range of 80 to 90 percent each year.
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“We are so excited to welcome our Class of 2022 to the American Board of Podiatric Medicine,” said Board President Lee C. Rogers, DPM. “Each of these doctors can look forward to a lifetime of advantages and benefits incumbent upon achieving their Board-Certified status. ABPM Diplomates represent the very best of our profession and we look forward to our partnership with each, and every, member of the Class of 2022.”
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| PODIATRIC SUPER GROUPS IN THE NEWS | |
USFAS Expands in Missouri
US Foot and Ankle Specialists (USFAS) expands with its recent acquisition of Missouri Foot and Ankle, adding three podiatry offices in St. Louis and Arnold, Missouri. Seth Anderson, DPM is a graduate of Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine and completed his residency at Waterloo Medical Center in Iowa. John Holtzman, DPM is a graduate of Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery (DMU-CPMS) and completed his surgical residency at Deaconess Hospital in St. Louis, MO. Timothy Oldani, DPM is a graduate of DMU-CPMS, and completed his residency training at Forest Park Hospital in St. Louis, MO.
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Top Row (L-R): Drs. Seth Anderson, John Holtzman, Timothy Oldani, and Vincent Sollecito Bottom Row (L-R): Drs. Jay Moradia, Kara Kozlowski, and Allen Jacobs |
Vincent Sollecito, DPM graduated from New York College of Podiatric Medicine and completed his residency at Lindell Hospital in St. Louis, MO. Jay Moradia, DPM is a graduate of Samuel Merritt University, and completed his residency at DePaul Health Center. Kara Kozlowski, DPM is a graduate of the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine and completed her residency at Mineral Area Regional Center in Farmington, MO. Allen Jacobs, DPM is a graduate of the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine and complete a residency at Monsignor Clement Kern Hospital in Warren, MI.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
KY Podiatrist Joins Baptist Health Medical Group
Scott Rotterman, DPM, has joined Baptist Health Medical Group in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. Dr. Rotterman graduated with his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine, and he completed a podiatric surgery residency at Norton Audubon Hospital.
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During his residency, he earned reconstructive rearfoot and ankle certification. He has received national board certification in foot surgery and rearfoot/ankle surgery from the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.
Source: The News Enterprise [12/14/22]
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| FOOTWEAR IN THE NEWS | |
NY Podiatrist Recommends New Balance Walking Shoe
If you are looking for a pair of walking shoes built to last, splurging on a good pair of walking shoes is a good idea. While there are many luxury brands to look into, New Balance (which has been making shoes for decades) is a great brand to stick with, according to New York-based board-certified podiatrist and foot surgeon Bruce Pinker, DPM. Sure, New Balance has a variety of shoes to choose from, but if you are looking for a pair that can handle just about everything, this is the shoe to snag.
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“While this is a running sneaker, it is excellent for walkers,” says Dr. Pinker. “It provides cushioning, shock absorption, a stable heel counter, and a mesh design in the toe box. These features help prevent excessive moisture buildup and reduce the onset of Athlete's foot fungus (tinea pedis), toenail fungus (onychomycosis), and plantar warts.”
Source: Courtney Leiva, People [12/12/22]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
6 Patient Engagement Trends for 2023
The new era of healthcare is continuously changing from growing telehealth services and rising healthcare costs to patient experience as top of mind for consumers. Here are 6 health tech trends we expect to see going forward:
5. Multiple-location practices need web platforms to scale
The recent shift toward larger group practices highlights the need to have technology solutions that are scalable.
With digital healthcare on the rise, ensuring web platforms are fully integrated with your EHR system, are mobile-friendly, and easy to use for the patient will produce the most efficiency and maximize patient retention.
Source: Hari Prasad, Physicians Practice [12/8/22]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Frank A. Donovan, DPM
Franklin Anthony Donovan, better known as “Doc” or Frank, 95, of Atchison, KS, passed away Saturday, December 10, 2022, after a brief struggle with pneumonia. Frank enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corp, serving 14 months before the World War II ended. He graduated from the Chicago College of Podiatry in 1951.
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Frank was a past president of the Kansas Podiatric Association and was active in the American Podiatric Medical Association, serving as Kansas P-PAC Chairman and Representative.
Source: Arensberg Pruett Funeral Home
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| QUERIES, (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Recommendation for Malpractice Carrier in NJ
I’m looking for recommendations for malpractice carriers in New Jersey.
Cheryl Martinetti, CMCO, PMAC, Howell, NJ
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE FRAUD) - PART 1A | |
From: Paul Kesselman, DPM
Unfortunately, Dr. Rosenblatt is correct. There, no doubt, is a two-tiered system of justice in this country. That does not mean we need to sit back and accept it as it appears, though many consumers and providers have. Dr. Rosenblatt and his family have had a similar experience that many of us have had with insurance companies, whether they deal with long-term care, health, life, disability, homeowners, auto, and all the various types of insurance.
This issue, however, is a bit different. As opposed to these nefarious practices dealing with individual consumers who have little practical recourse, the Part C Medicare contractors have a contract and fiduciary duty to report audit results accurately and not...
Editor's note: Dr. Kesselman's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE FRAUD) | |
From: W. David Herbert, DPM, JD
I have experienced the two legal justice systems that Dr. Rosenblatt identified in his posting. After I passed the bar in 1987, I began working with an attorney physician. He went to med school after being an attorney for a number of years. To obtain a lot of litigation type experience, he suggested that I become a parole board attorney. A parole board attorney was hired by the state of California as an independent contractor on a case-by-case basis. As this type of attorney, I represented inmates who were seeking a date to be paroled; they had an indefinite sentence. Most of them had been convicted of murder. Their files usually contained more than a thousand pages, including trial transcripts, psych report, etc. The board meetings lasted 3 hours, basically a mini trial. I engaged in over 300 of these in a little over a year.
Virtually all of these inmates had over-worked public defenders representing them. Many of them were convicted of murder when at the most, they were guilty of manslaughter. That is, they were over charged and over convicted. Many times their sentences were the result of a plea bargain. Obviously, if they could have afforded a competent defense attorney, they would not have been my client! Yes, there is a different justice system if you can afford it!
W. David Herbert, DPM, JD, Billings, MT
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS ( PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS) | |
From: Philip Radovic, DPM
Most of my HAV surgical patients are active and employed. They are interested in "little downtime." If they have bilateral deformities, they prefer to have one done at a time when informed. They understand the difference between two limited episodes of recovery vs. a more restrictive one-time recovery. It allows more freedom, mobility, and less stress. They are generally more productive.
In general, I restrict bilateral procedures to younger healthy patients, where temporary immobility is more tolerable due to agility and other youthful advantages, and of course which procedure is indicated. Performing unilateral vs. bilateral HAV surgery should come down to what's best for the patient, not the economics for us or the insurance company.
Philip Radovic, DPM, San Clemente, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (RESIDENCY NEWS) | |
From: John M. Giurini, DPM
I would like to point out two inadvertent photo omissions. Drs. Tom Lyons and Adam Landsman were inadvertently omitted from the montage of past residents, current attendings, and past attendings who have significantly contributed to the education, training, and success of the BIDMC program over its 50 year history. My sincere apologies to both of these outstanding clinicians and individuals.
John M. Giurini, DPM, Chief, Division of Podiatric Surgery, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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Walking in these shoes can be quite "meshy" |
Source: Laura Papp via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE AND FACULTY POSITIONS, AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ST. GEORGE, UTAH
Immediate Doctor of Podiatric medicine position for a well-trained, highly motivated individual. Location: St. George, Utah. Competitive salary with commission structure. Benefits include: PTO, CME allowance, health and malpractice insurance. Must be confident in working solo in your own office environment. Please email Cover Letter and CV to vanessa.deleon@summitmedicalpartners.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION -- LAS VEGAS, NEVADA
Busy and well-established practice in Las Vegas, NV. Must have excellent bedside manner. Send cover letter and CV to: sierra@lasvegasacfac.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – HUDSON VALLEY, NY
Opportunity to improve your quality of life and start a thriving career in the beautiful Hudson Valley. Offices are located in Hudson and Catskill. We are looking for skilled, well rounded podiatric surgeon. Position available immediately but also willing to wait for skilled resident to begin in July. Please send CV to: mzhubrak@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN
Opportunity to join a well established and expanding practice. Expertise in wound care a plus. Benefits: 401k, health insurance, paid time off, and bonus potential. Email CV and letter of interest to info@monpod.com or fax 734-241-1961
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CT (GREENWICH)
Full time position available. A very busy schedule and competitive compensation package is being offered. Our EMR system is MacPractice and digital x-ray is 20/20 Imaging. Sonoace ultrasound, a PinPointe laser, and an EPAT by Curamedix as well. Please visit our website www.greatfootcare.com and send resume to DrKassaris@GreatFootCare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – VA, CT, DE, FL, MD, MO, PA, OH, NJ, NY, TN
PediRite provides care to nursing home residents. Excellent opportunities working in our contracted facilities. Flexible scheduling, very lucrative commissions! Great match if you have open days/hours in your schedule. Resume to sara@sightrite.com (sign-on bonus for VA)
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WAYNE, NEW JERSEY
FT position. $200K starting base salary. Includes health insurance, malpractice, bonus opportunity, paid vacation. Well established, single location, over a decade in practice. Office has been recently renovated. Position has high financial growth potential for those that are motivated. Private practice experience recommended, but not required. Email CV to northjerseypodiatrist@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - GREATER HARTFORD, CT
Our four-doctor practice is looking for an associate to join us this coming Summer. Competitive six figure salary with a bonus structure, health insurance, 401-k and vacation benefits. You must be personable. Surgical training is desired. Send resume to amldpm64@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL FLORIDA
Fast pace, well established, office seeking full time podiatrist in The Villages, FL covering all aspects of podiatry. Office location only a little over an hour away from Orlando. We are looking for a self-motivated, positive individual, surgery preferred. Serious inquires only, please! Malpractice, Health Insurance and Retirement Benefits. Please send CV to centralfloridapodiatrist@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - LOS ANGELES, CA
Associate positions as part of a rapidly growing practice providing care in Los Angeles. Position including hospital rounding, clinic and skilled nursing facility providing wound care and limb salvage. Position comes with a competitive salary with full benefits including CME allowance, Health, Dental, Vision coverage as well as matching 401k plan. Email resume to info@woundinstitute.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION FOR FELLOWSHIP TRAINED - SUBURBS OF NYC
Live and work in a great community. Successful and supportive practice. Only 30 minutes from NYC. Desirable area. High volume surgery to build cases for surgical boards quickly - elective, trauma, diabetic limb salvage. Busy, modern, technologically advanced offices. ABFAS BQ/BC required. Competitive Salary + Bonus, PTO, Paid Vacations, Retirement Plan with Employer Matching, All Professional Fees Paid, Generous Signing Bonus. Please send CV to: linchpindpm@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE NEEDED - VIRGINIA
Multi-office practice in the DMV and Shenandoah Valley Region. Desired candidates should be ethical, energetic, and surgically trained with BE/BC. High volume in all aspects of podiatry including both foot and rearfoot/ankle reconstructive surgery. Competitive base/bonus structure and benefits. Please forward a cover letter and CV to careers.footandankle@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - EUGENE, OREGON
Growing practice seeking highly skilled, ethical, and personable physician. ABFAS BQ/BC required. Competitive salary, benefits, paid malpractice. Partnership path for the right candidate. Practice sees wide range of foot/ankle pathology. No nursing homes. New, modern office & equipment; digital x-ray, shockwave. Email CV to monica@cascadiafootandankle.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION- FT/PT - AUSTIN/SAN ANTONIO, TX
Growing practice looking for associate to provide care to Nursing Homes and ALF's in the greater Austin and San Antonio, TX areas. Earn 50% of receivables to start; P/T = Six figures. Flexible schedule; Be your own boss. For info email: t.fisher@thebestfootforward.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - HUDSON VALLEY, NY
Thriving practice with 5 DPMs and multiple office locations…. and continuing to grow. With as modern/state-of-the-art office that you will see… with multiple ancillaries including vascular testing, Gait analysis lab, EPAT/Shockwave. Large volume, diverse pathology, Wound care/ limb salvage, and elective surgery. We have all the tools to allow you to be successful. We offer a competitive salary and benefits from day 1, but more importantly a great culture and place to stay and grow for years to come. Please send inquiries/ CV to eriksims@hotmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TX/AR
Growing practice on the border of Arkansas and Texas is looking for a well-trained associate to join and become a member of the team. Outdoorsman's paradise. Opportunity for full range of services outpatient surgery, hospital privileges, busy office practice. Competitive salary and benefits. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTH CENTRAL GA
Senior doctor looking to hire well-trained associate. Practice has a fully accredited surgery center. Opportunity to join and become a partner. Competitive salary and benefit package. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CALIFORNIA
Come join a team that is changing lower extremity care across California. Bay Area Foot Care has openings for energetic and warm podiatrists in our Redding, Sacramento and Bay Area Locations. As part of our group, you will work with leading doctors across subspecialties and receive the support necessary to grow your practice. Excellent training, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a 401k match included. If interested in learning more, submit your CV to DPMcareers@balancehealth.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. Modern offices and equipment. A great opportunity for driven personable individual. Please e-mail Cover letter, CV, Letter of references Email: cnunez1940@gmail.com
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST, FL
Work where you want to live. Supportive environment, Sunny SWFL, build your surgical boards cases quickly, busy, modern, technologically advanced offices. ABFAS BC/BQ a must, EMR, CT, DME, Base salary + bonus, PTO, 401K, health ins. 1 ACFAS fellowship position also DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA
Join a well-established, busy and growing podiatric practice. We are fully integrated with the medical community in a large tertiary teaching hospital. Research opportunities are available. Applicant should be ethical, personable, hardworking, and committed to quality patient care. We are offering a competitive salary with bonus opportunities and a wide range of benefits. Associate position can lead to partnership. All interested candidates should send a resume to JCMOOREDPM@aol.com
LIMB SALVAGE FELLOW POSITION – LOS ANGELES, CA
art of a busy rapidly growing practice providing care in Los Angeles. Position includes multiple settings for learning including tertiary and community hospitals, private clinic with in house surgery center and skilled nursing facilities. Training also includes practice management along with coding training. Position comes with a competitive salary with full benefits including CME allowance, Health, Dental, Vision coverage as well as matching 401k plan. Email resume to info@woundinstitute.com
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - AZPOD (GLENDALE, AZ)
The Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine with Midwestern University, Glendale, Arizona invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenure track Assistant Professor faculty appointment that will include an academic (80%) and clinic (20%) appointment. Rank will commensurate with experience. Position requirements include: DPM; board certification and AZ Podiatric license (or eligibility to obtain); previous research, clinical and teaching experience. Please submit your application packet, including a cover letter and CV, through Midwestern University online job board located at the THIS link. https://www.midwestern.edu/faculty-and-staff/employment
DR. WILLIAM M. SCHOLL COLLEGE OF PODIATRIC MEDICINE - ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, PODIATRIC MEDICAL EDUCATION
The Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science is seeking one full-time Assistant Professor to train and lead the next generation of podiatrists in an interprofessional, multicultural learning environment. Responsibilities include but are not limited to didactic lectures, clinical workshops, and clinical education. https://www.rosalindfranklin.edu/employment/ Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and is dedicated to creating and fostering a diverse academic environment. EOE, Including Disability/Vets.
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 22,000 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 22,000 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@podiatrym.com or call (718) 897-9700 for details.
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EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - ZIMMER ENPULS PRO SHOCKWAVE SYSTEM
Dual handpieces. Lightly used. 2020 model. Extra tips and wheeled stand included. $12,500. Doctor retiring. Contact nlevindpm@gmail.com
ACTIVE PRACTICE FOR SALE IN TARZANA CALIFORNIA
Serious inquires only great location across from major hospital three treatment rooms and all equipment free parking great staff. Perfect for one or two doctors text 818-451-8441 Email drpatriciawalters@gmail.com.
PRACTICE FOR SALE – MINNEAPOLIS
Beautiful clinic in suburban Minneapolis with large population draw. Well established, busy solo practice grossing over 500K-4 days per week. Has everything needed to produce immediate income. Golden opportunity with amazing potential. Wonderful place to live & to practice the way you’ve always wanted to. Contact: https://mailchi.mp/00143c0ccdcb/wwfootclinic
PRACTICE LOCATION FOR SALE – ATASCOCITA, TX
Recently remodeled, well established, turn-key podiatry practice for sale in Atascocita, TX (northeast suburb of Houston). Fully stocked with four exam rooms, exam chairs, instruments, digital x-ray equipment, autoclave, computers, and phones. Contact Rebeccah at 281-361-7400 or rburgers.tcfa@gmail.com.
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 22,000 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 22,000 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@podiatrym.com or call (718) 897-9700 for details.
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