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09/09/2022
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
RE: The Passing of Warren L. Simmonds, DPM
It is with great sorrow that I note the passing of Warren Simmonds, DPM. Warren was a cum Laude graduate of the New York College of Podiatric Medicine (1960) and practiced podiatry in Brooklyn and later in Miami Beach for over 40 years.
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Dr. Warren Simmonds |
He was a past president of the Florida Podiatric Medical Association and was in charge of the assistants and x-ray training for many years. He was a true gentleman. He will be missed by his patients and his many friends. Rest in Peace.
Martin Karns, DPM
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08/08/2024
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
From: Victor V. Cachia, DPM
I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Lyman Wilson. Somewhere in the back of my mind, I thought that our wonderful mentors would live forever. Dr. Wilson was a superb example of integrity, professionalism, compassion, and mentorship. He helped to advance our profession tremendously, especially at a time when orthopedic surgeons were taking bold steps to limit our scope of practice and minimize our ability to educate our students, residents, and fellows.
Through his leadership, Dr. Wilson took a strong stance to advance our profession at our hospital, and on both state and national levels. He dedicated his time to educate residents in this program alongside other attending staff like Nicholas Grumbine, Richard Viehe, Greg Tilley, Tim Byron, Dale Rosenblum, and many others. Together, they constituted a strong fabric of education and excellence in our community.
I will be eternally grateful to Dr. Wilson for his guidance and mentorship. May he rest in peace with grace.
Victor Cachia, DPM, Laguna Beach, CA
04/18/2024
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
From: Mark Stempler, DPM
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Ira Tartack. I got to know him during my podiatric residency through the New York College of Podiatric Medicine way back in 1991. I found him to be so knowledgeable and approachable that I would always call him with difficult podiatric cases throughout the years. He always provided me with his sage and warm advice. I will really deeply miss him. He was my mentor but also a friend. Goodbye Ira.
Mark Stempler, DPM, Lakewood, NJ
01/16/2024
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2 B
RE: The Passing of Ben Hara, DPM (Glenn Shintaku, DPM)
Billy Joel wrote the words and music to the very popular song, “Only the Good Die Young”. He wasn’t taking into account Ben Hara, DPM who passed away at the age of 97. Ben was an outstanding podiatrist and more importantly an outstanding human being. Our profession was blessed to have him around for so many productive years. I will always remember him as a dear friend and colleague.
Gary Dorfman, DPM
01/16/2024
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2 A
Dr. Ben Hara lived a wonderful life, passing at age 97. Ben practiced in the community next to mine in the San Gabriel Valley, California. He was always generous with his time and his expertise in practice management. Ben was a recognized speaker on podiatric management and gave willingly to our profession, our students, and our residents.
His office was always open for colleagues to learn about his success in podiatric medicine and surgery. Thank you Ben, for all you shared.
Jack Morgan, DPM
I too, like my classmate Glenn Shintaku, had the honor to spend a month in Dr. Hara's office as a senior in 1979. He taught me so much about office-based podiatric medicine and surgery, practice management, patient interaction skills, and a plethora of invaluable information that I took with me when I started practice. He was, as we say in Yiddish, a mensch (person of integrity, morality, dignity). Thank you Dr. Hara. RIP.
Ira R. Cohen, DPM
01/03/2024
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
RE: The Passing of Stephen Vincent Corey, DPM
It is with a sad and heavy heart that we announce the death of Dr. Stephen Vincent Corey. Steve 64, died on December 25, 2023. He attended the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine, in Philadelphia, PA, where he earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree.
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Dr. Stephen Corey |
He completed his residency in foot and ankle surgery at Northlake Regional Medical Center in Tucker, GA in 1989. He worked in Atlanta for three years before returning to his alma mater and becoming an Assistant Professor, instructor, and clinician at the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine. He was a member of the Podiatry Institute, and he served as Chairman of the State Board of Podiatry in South Carolina for many years.
Michelle Butterworth, DPM
10/24/2023
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
RE: The Passing of Norman "Norm" M. Field, DPM
I am greatly saddened by the news of the passing of Norm Field, DPM. We met as classmates at PCPM, and forged a close friendship in later years when Norm's parents moved to the same community as my parents in Gulfport, FL, and Norm would visit. Norm was passionate about and was successful at several business models including his practice in Griffin, GA.
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Dr. Norman Field |
We visited occasionally throughout the years and talked often by phone. We last spoke a couple of months ago, and although he was battling lymphoma, he was still physically active, and never stopped taking tennis lessons. My sincere condolences to Norm's family including his wife Sarah, and sons Benjamin and Jason. I will miss you my friend.
Peter M Mason, Largo, FL
10/18/2023
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2 C
From: Steven Selby Blanken, DPM
I was from the PCPM class of 1990. One of the reasons I selected this school was for their faculty, especially the Surgery Department which consisted of Drs. Bauer, Vogler, Downey, Malay, and others. They were all famous and fun to be with. I had the pleasure of being with Dr. Bauer on a Saturday morning on the day of his own wedding. We were near the end of the clinic hours and his colleagues in the clinic wanted to play a practical joke on him for working on the same day of his wedding.
I was the student they used to play the joke on Gary. I told him there was a patient of his in a room who needs immediate emergency surgery. I told him he needs to come to the clinic room to see the patient immediately. He denied that there were any more patients in the clinic and he had to go to his own wedding. I told him he was the last one left in the clinic and I was just a...
Editor's note: Dr. Blanken's extended-length letter can be read here.
10/18/2023
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2 B
From: Greg Caringi, DPM
I first met Gary at OCPM when he was asked, as a 3rd year student, to lecture on the fine details of tendon anatomy and function, to the 1st year students. He was even then a master anatomist. Starting in 1989, I had the opportunity to work with Gary at PCPM/TUSPM in the lab for his class in surgical anatomy (aka cadaver lab) for 10 years until 1999. I will never forget those days and all that I learned from Gary. We became good friends. I understood his "unusual sense of humor".
Behind the scenes, he admitted to me that he was aware of his sometimes-odd mannerisms and creative language - "Cobanize and amalgamate the dressing" - because he wanted the students to pay attention and remember what he was saying on a difficult, but important subject. I will admit that Gary cased me to rethink podiatry in terms of anatomy. I believe it made me a better diagnostician and...
Editor's note: Dr. Caringi's extended-length letter can be read here.
10/18/2023
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2 A
From: Harvey Lemont, DPM
I had the privilege to work with Gary throughout our years together at PCPM and Temple. Gary was the “go to doc” to send the worst diabetic cases with extensive infections, performing the slow tedious work requiring multiple plastic procedures extending over months, with excision of underlying infected bone and skin grafting. Gary had a reputation for taking time with all his patients, which ended in a waiting room filled to the gills. However, once his patients were in his chair and finally seen by him, they were all truly grateful for his meticulous singular focus to their complaint.
He was also very generous with the sharing of his knowledge to students, residents, and fellow physicians. He was a true Drs.’ doctor and a personal friend. His absence will be felt throughout the country. He was a true pioneer in limb salvage.
Harvey Lemont, DPM, Professor Emeritus, Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine
07/20/2023
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
RE: The Passing of Golta Eragi, DPM
Golta Eragi, age 41, of Newport Beach, California passed away on Saturday, July 8, 2023. Dr. Eragi earning a doctorate in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery from the California School of Podiatric Medicine in Oakland.
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Dr. Golta Eragi |
Following her doctoral studies, she completed her residency at Coney Island Hospital in Brooklyn, New York, where she distinguished herself as the chief resident. She completed an additional year of training in Wound Care and Limb Salvage Fellowship at Coney Island Hospital.
Source: Dignity Memorial [7/11/23]
07/06/2023
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
RE: The Passing of Ronald T. “Ron” Osborne, DPM
Ronald T. “Ron” Osborne, 91, of Marysville, formerly of Beavercreek, passed away peacefully Saturday afternoon, July 1, 2023, at Monarch Skilled Nursing & Rehab after months of failing health.
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Dr. Ronald Osborne |
He spent one year at Kent State University and while in ROTC, was a member of the Pershing Rifles, before being drafted into the United States Army during the Korean War. After proudly serving his country for 6 years, he went back to school and graduated from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, becoming a podiatric physician and surgeon in Dayton for 32 years.
Source: Union County Daily Digital [7/5/23]
06/09/2023
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
RE: Passing of Alan J. Tabb, DPM
My brother, Alan J Tabb, DPM, passed away June 1st following a stroke May 20, 2023. Dr. Tabb graduated from NYCPM in the class of 1972. After completion of his post-graduate training at Coney Island Hospital/Maimonides Medical Center, he joined with Dr. Donald Rubin to practice as Steuben Podiatry of Corning and Bath New York. He practiced there for 42 years before retiring to Ave Maria, Florida.
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Dr. Alan Tabb |
Dr. Tabb was predeceased by his daughter, Lori B. Tabb. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Marian Tabb, son Scott Tabb and his spouse, daughter Jennifer Tabb Taft and her spouse and four grandchildren, and brother Dr. Bill Tabb.
William Tabb, DPM, Eagle, ID
05/05/2023
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
RE: The Passing of Joseph G. Wolfe, DPM
Joseph G. Wolfe, DPM, 80, died peacefully at home April 7, 2023. He was a dedicated and caring podiatrist for 33 years. Joe was also an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, and sports.
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Dr. Joseph Wolfe |
He was a U.S. Army Vietnam War veteran, having served in Germany.
Source: Perry County News [5/4/23]
02/28/2023
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
Bob was my classmate, a truly nice guy.
Ken Hatch, DPM
02/23/2023
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
RE: The Passing of Robert J. Fuerstman, DPM
Robert J. Fuerstman was an outstanding podiatrist, skilled in the medical and surgical management of the foot and ankle. Dr. Fuerstman began practicing podiatric medicine in 1979, specializing in surgical and non-surgical foot disorders.
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Dr. Robert Fuerstman |
Dr. Fuerstman was the Director of the Wound Center at West Hudson Hospital in Kearny NJ from 2002-2011. He earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine and was a Diplomate of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.
Source: Kevin A. Canessa Jr., The Observer [2/22/23]
01/11/2023
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
I was very saddened to hear of the passing of Lou Levine. When I was president of NYSPMA in 2003, Governor Pataki omitted the funding for podiatry in the Medicaid program in his budget. This would have been devastating for our residency programs, NYCPM, and our profession. Lou and I, as well our school and our association, worked together to avert this.
Lou cancelled classes and had the students join hundreds of our members to go to Albany. We were able to convince the governor to reinstate the funding in the Medicaid program. Without Lou’s leadership and the relationship between the college and NYSPMA, I do not know if this would have happened.
May his memory be a blessing.
Bruce Waxman, DPM
09/23/2022
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
RE: The Passing of Joseph H. Murton, DPM
Joseph H. Murton, 72, of Lewisburg, formerly of Lock Haven, PA passed away unexpectedly Tuesday while camping at Black Moshannon State Park in Centre County with his companion, Nancy Hazlinsky.
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Dr. Joseph Murton |
Dr. Murton graduated from the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine and was affilated with Geisinger Jersey Shore Hospital.
Source: Legacy.com
09/11/2022
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2A
With deepest sympathy on the passing of Dr. Warren Simmonds. He was a strong factor in podiatric medicine and its related organizations. He will be missed by those who knew him. He made many significant contributions to our profession over the years and was always there when we all needed his wisdom.
Rest in peace my friend. The profession has lost an individual with great dignity, compassion, and knowledge. Rest in peace and may his memory be blessed.
Arthur E. Helfand, DPM, Narberth, PA
I am shocked at the news of the passing of my friend and colleague, Dr. Warren Simmonds. Dr. Simmonds in addition to so many of his podiatric accomplishments, was the executive director of the American Society of Podiatric Medicine, which was one of the first APMA specialty groups. Under Dr. Simmonds' guidance, the society went on to run many academic programs in the medical aspects of our profession at venues in many parts of the country. Dr. Simmonds was all giving and never said no when asked to serve our profession. I will always miss him.
Elliot Udell, DPM, Hicksville, NY
09/11/2022
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
RE: The Passing of Warren L. Simmonds, DPM
I was very sad to hear of Warren's passing. I first met him as a resident in the late '70s, he was a most kind and affable professional and we developed a lifelong friendship. During my practice years in south Florida, he was a great friend and mentor.
When the podiatric medical school developed at Barry, he was welcoming of the program and as always, offered his aid and assistance to the school and its students. I always admired his ability to remain calm and mild-mannered throughout his personal and professional life regardless of the situation. He will be sorely missed.
Chet Evans, DPM, Winter Garden, FL
08/08/2022
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
RE: The Passing of George H. Morgan, Jr., DPM
George H. Morgan Jr., DPM. of Rydal, PA. passed away on July 30, 2022. Dr. Morgan graduated and received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from Temple University College of Podiatric Medicine. He also completed a one-year podiatric medical preceptorship at the same institution.
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Dr. George Morgan |
He held a “consulting staff” position at Abington Memorial Hospital, and he was a staff member at the Pennypack Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Source: The Intelligencer [8/3/22]
07/29/2022
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
The impact that Dr. Davidson had on the field of podiatry cannot be understated. David started practicing in an era when we were laughed out of boardrooms and could only do surgery in our offices. He fought tirelessly to promote the specialty, and he garnered immense respect and admiration from our medical colleagues. My generation of podiatrists has him to thank every time we walk into an OR and perform a triple without question, or when our ID and vascular colleagues eagerly consult us. Thank you Dr. Davidson, you are dearly missed.
Taylor Hoff, DPM, Buffalo, NY
07/28/2022
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2A
Dr. Davidson is what is best about our specialty. His capacity and drive, married with skill and an innate goodness, were on display every day during his decades-long career in Buffalo. He will live on in the memory of his family, his trainees, and his patients-- but also in our discipline. We are better off because of him.
David G. Armstrong, DPM
04/06/2022
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
It is sad to learn of the passing of a classmate. Kevan was always one of the nicest people in our class, with great stories of his family. My condolences to his family, patients, and community in this time of sadness.
Andrew Levy, DPM (Retired), Jupiter, FL
04/01/2022
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
RE: The Passing of Charles Robert Rettig, DPM
Dr. Charles R. Rettig "Chuck", age 75, of Millersburg, MI, passed away at his home unexpectedly but peacefully on Wednesday, March 23, 2022. Dr. Rettig earned his Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine at the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in 1973. During medical school, Chuck was the editor of the school's student publication Footprints and supported himself by working as a licensed pharmacist.
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Dr. Charles Rettig |
Dr. Rettig established the Ann Arbor Foot Clinic and was a practicing podiatrist for over 27 years. In 2000, he retired from his podiatry practice and moved to Huron Beach.
Source: Cheboygan Daily Tribune [3/30/22]
03/31/2022
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
RE: The Passing of David Cavallaro, DPM
I was saddened to hear of the passing of my dear friend David Cavallaro of Oklahoma City. David was a residency director who mentored a number of young colleagues. He often served on mission trips to Central America. He followed me as President of the Southwest Region of the ACFAS.
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Dr. David Cavallaro |
He was a bright pioneer of the profession, and would often greet me with "My brother, from a different mother". I will miss his humor and contagious smile. May your soul be bound up in eternal peace David.
Jeffrey A. Ross, DPM, MD
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