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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 22,087 Subscribers Daily
December 23, 2022 #7,410  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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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
NYCPM Selects 2023 Michael Stone Winner
Michael J. Trepal, DPM, NYCPM’s VP of Academic Affairs, has announced that Holly Zucchero has been selected as the NYCPM winner of the 2023 Michael L. Stone, DPM Outstanding Professional Conduct Award, presented by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS). The prize was determined by the NYCPM Scholarship Committee, working in conjunction with the Department of Surgery. Ms. Zucchero has served several leadership roles at NYCPM, including as ACFAS student representative and Vice President of the NYCPM ACFAS chapter. As VP of the ACFAS chapter, Ms. Zucchero was critical to the organization of and completion of the annual poster and in organizing successful workshops and campus-wide events.
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A senior, Ms. Zucchero is pursuing a Master of Science degree in biomedical ethics in addition to her DPM. According to Matrona Giakoumis, DPM, in NYCPM’s Department of Medicine, “she has proved to be effective and industrious. She exhibits real professionalism and has an impeccable work ethic that will continue to serve her patients, her team, and her career well.“ She will receive her award in person at the annual ABFAS meeting to be held in conjunction with the ACFAS meeting in Los Angeles in February.
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| ACFAS NEWS | |
ACFAS Announces New Board Members
The newly elected 2023-24 ACFAS Board members from the election that ended on December 14:
• Incumbent: Matthew E. Williams, DPM, FACFAS
• Jason A. Piraino, DPM, MS, FACFAS
Drs. Williams and Piraino will serve three-year terms (2023-2026).
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(L-R) Drs. Matthew Williams and Jason Piraino |
Also serving on the 2023-2024 Board of Directors are Eric A. Barp, DPM, FACFAS, President; George T. Liu, DPM, FACFAS, President-Elect; Alan Ng, DPM, FACFAS, Secretary-Treasurer; Michael J. Cornelison, DPM, FACFAS, Immediate Past President; Shane M. Hollawell, DPM, FACFAS; Alan A. MacGill, DPM, FACFAS; Andrew Meyr, DPM, FACFAS; Amber M. Shane, DPM, FACFAS; and Gregory P. Still, DPM, FACFAS.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS - PART 1 | |
IL Podiatrist's Gait Analysis of Wrongfully Convicted Man Leads to Release
Michael Nirenberg, DPM assisted with the exoneration of a man who was wrongfully convicted. In 2013 Darryl Williams was convicted of kidnapping and robbery in Queens County, New York, but he maintained his innocence. Appellate Advocates, who represent indigent individuals took on the case and asked Dr. Nirenberg to compare the gait of the kidnapper to Williams.
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Nirenberg’s report showed Williams’ gait differed from that of the criminal, and with this information and other evidence, Judge Michelle Johnson of Queens County Supreme Court threw out the conviction and dismissed the charges against Williams. Williams is now a free man.
Source: Ken Otterbourg, National Registry of Exonerations [12/16/22]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS - PART 2 | |
Epsom Salts Not Recommended for Wounds, Infections, or Burns: NY Podiatrist
Magnesium and sulfate provide a soothing effect on the body, says Bruce Pinker, DPM, a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon at Progressive Foot Care in White Plains, New York, who often recommends epsom salt soaks to patients. Not only can it help reduce feelings of soreness, pain, and inflammation, but it may also help to reduce draining of superficial wounds, such as a paper cut and ingrown toenails, says Dr. Pinker, who notes epsom salt should not be used to treat deep, open wounds, infections, or burns.
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While Dr. Pinker notes it’s safe to soak superficial wounds that are not draining, it should be avoided if there is an open, deep, infected wound, skin infection, or severe burn. Speak to your healthcare provider to determine if epsom salt is safe to treat any wound before trying it yourself.
Source: Heidi Borst, Forbes [12/19/22]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
MA Podiatrist to Assume Presidency of IMANE
Deepa Jhaveri, DPM will assume the Presidency of the Indian Medical Association of New England, known as IMANE, on Jan. 1, 2023, along with its new board and executive committee. Dr. Jhaveri replaces Dr. Akash Patel, whose term expires this year.
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Dr. Jhaveri earned her podiatric medical school degree from the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, PA. She completed her residency at Plantation General Hospital in Plantation, FL. Dr. Jhaveri is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. Her clinical interests include diabetes, surgery, and wound care.
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| MEETING NEWS | |
Awards Presented at Inaugural Methodist Lower Extremity Symposium (MILES)
This year’s inaugural event was a great success, welcoming participants from across the country and featuring a multidisciplinary national and international faculty with expertise in diabetic lower extremity reconstruction. John J. Stapleton, DPM, FACFAS was the first recipient of the Thomas Zgonis, DPM, FACFAS Fellowship Award of Excellence in Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgery honoring Dr. Zgonis’ Legacy in fellowship training and education.
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(L) Drs. John Stapleton and Thomas Zgonis; (R) Drs. Zgonis and Ahmed Taha. |
Ahmed Taha, MD, FRCS was awarded the 1st Annual Methodist International Lower Extremity Symposium (MILES) Award of Excellence in Diabetic Lower Extremity Reconstruction sponsored by Methodist Hospital December 15-17, 2022 in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Taha practices in Cairo, Egypt and is a Professor and Chairman, Department of Vascular Surgery, Cairo University, Egypt. MILES-San Antonio will hold its summer scientific meeting MILES-Europe June 14-17, 2023 in Athens, Greece.
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Five Trends for Health Systems in 2023
Adaptability and flexibility underscore nearly every major trend facing the healthcare industry in 2023.
4) New technology - Fortunately, the news isn’t all bad. With new technologies comes the promise of better treatment options for many patients. MRI and CT technologies, for example, now offer faster speeds and higher image resolutions than previous equipment. Also, the imaging equipment is more widely available than ever before. When a healthcare facility purchases a new MRI or CT machine, it need not replace the older machine, whose image resolution might be suitable for diagnosing less complicated health issues. The newer machines can be used for more complex diagnoses, and this additional imaging equipment can help expedite evaluating more patients.
Most innovations are more expensive than their predecessors. Against the backdrop of the critical labor shortage, legacy healthcare institutions can help offset declines in their labor force by investing in new technologies.
Source: Ronald Grifka, MD, Medical Economics [12/15/22]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
RE: APMA's Letter About Ongoing Discord Between Our Certifying Boards
Rober Scott Steinberg, DPM
In response to the APMA's December 21, 2022 letter, "Concerns About Discord Between Our Boards," to the membership:
Dear APMA,
This has been going on for nearly 44 years. We are a tiny profession, yet some continue to dig their heels in and proclaim how much better they are than the rest of us. What this has done is open the door to a more reasonable approach by more reasonable colleagues who have not let ego interfere with what is right, fair, and just.
Robert Scott Steinberg, DPM, Schaumburg, IL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (RESIDENCY PERESPECTIVES) | |
RE: Residency is Hard Work
From: Michael Felley, DPM
After being in residency for over a year, I could sum up my time and hopefully help future residents who are hoping to match in a single word- WORK. There is no other way around it. Residency is hard work. After clinic, cases, and education, there still is work to be done and we sometimes have to put off our recreational time until later.
The most important thing to remember when working these long days is to not feel sorry for yourself. We only have three years to be trained into the best doctors and surgeons. Three years is not a long time! When we feel like it’s too much or we feel like we’re being pushed too hard and that we need a break, is the time when the rest of the group has to pick up your slack. We all have a role to play.
Just remember the quickest way to grow is to be pushed and forced to stretch our capabilities. That is when we learn what we’re made of. Sometimes a day’s work will last into the late evening and we still have to study for a surgery the next day, or we have early morning clinic. It’s difficult to stay focused on the real reason we are there. No matter the reason, stay focused on the prize. Don’t play the victim - work for your goals.
When you feel like you’re at the end of your rope and you’ve had to work late several nights or your attending tried to reinforce something you should have already learned and you're overwhelmed, remember this quote by Australian activist, Christine Caine: “… you think you have been buried, but actually you have been planted.”
Michael Felley, DPM, Wycoff Heights Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CODINGLINE CORNER) | |
From: Jeffrey Kass, DPM
A PM News subscriber wrote in informing readership that they were being denied on claims from Aetna Medicare advantage when billing CPT 11721 with 11055 (with appropriate modifiers). Lori Stack was kind enough to inform readership she appeals denials with “the APMA appeal letter” and gets paid. If Ms. Stack appealed to Aetna Medicare Advantage and they paid her, then they are aware of the problem and should have fixed it so that the problem does not repeat itself.
I think a better solution would be that the next person that gets denied for the same problem start a class action lawsuit. The solution is not for every individual practice to send in appeals letters separately every time they get an individual denial. The solution is to fix the problem once and for all and to put an end to abusive payment practices performed by insurance companies. Each time a practice takes the time to send the appeal letter in, it is costing you money to do so and in the process reducing the payment one receives.
Jeffrey Kass, DPM, Forest Hills, NY
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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Santa's helpers' shoes? |
Source: Phillip Brande
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FULL TIME PODIATRIST - NEW JERSEY
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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 – DALLAS, TX
Well established practice in the Dallas-Fort Worth Texas area, seeking part or full time associate offering competitive compensation packages. We are looking for a personable, motivated, well trained, and hardworking, Board Eligible Certified podiatrist. Please email inquiries/CV with one minute introductory video to minah@drdaveysuh.com.
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 – 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 – 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
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 – GEORGIA
Large multi-site podiatry group seeking Board Qualified/Certified podiatric surgeon for a location in GA. This is an outstanding opportunity with steady new patient volume and a well-trained team. We offer an excellent compensation and benefit package. Please send inquiries and CV to doctors@podiatryinga.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. LOUIS, MO
Rapidly growing podiatry practice in desirable area is seeking a personable, outgoing, and self-motivated individual, who is competent in office-based practices, surgery, and enjoys all aspects of podiatry. Position available immediately and/or July 2023. Salary is percentage based with bonus and incentives. Please send CV and letter of interest to podiatrystlouis@gmail.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
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 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 - 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 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 – JOPLIN, MISSOURI
Established practice looking to add a third podiatrist and eventual partner. Senior podiatrist is non-surgical thus surgery volume high, if desired. Joplin is an outdoorsman’s paradise, a fantastic place to live and raise a family. Please send CV and cover letter to mnmrichins@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MONROE, LA
Full-time associate position available next fall. 2 year contract, 100k base 1st year, 150k base 2nd year, and realistic bonus structure. Malpractice, Health Insurance, Boards, plus more paid 100%. Sign-on and Moving bonus. No call. 2 weeks paid off, plus holidays. Low cost of living, family friendly. Email Resume to Dr.lukehunter@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 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
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