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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
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03/10/2026
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
When you achieve life to age 99, you must not only be lucky but perhaps you did good things during your professional life. Carlos was very active in advancing the podiatric profession not only in North Carolina but also with the APMA in the earlier days. I personally had the opportunity to work with him when I was President of the Maryland Podiatric Medical Association in the 1970-'80s. He will be greatly missed in this profession. May he rest in peace.
Steven J Berlin, DPM
02/20/2026
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2B
RE: The Passing of Bennett Zier, MD
I am sorry to hear about Dr. Bennett Zier’s passing. As a student in San Francisco, I had the chance to learn from him and also saw his care firsthand as a patient. He was a steady, thoughtful physician and a dedicated teacher who had a real impact on many of us in podiatric medicine. I’m grateful for what he taught and the example he set. My condolences to his family, colleagues, and all who knew him.
Philip Radovic, DPM
02/20/2026
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2A
I remember taking Gen Med from Dr. Zier in podiatry school, which we jokingly called Ben Med, with affection. The course left me well prepared for residency rotations in general medicine and emergency medicine, in which I was able to function at the same level as the medical residents.
Dr. Zier related a story about when he was a resident. He told the staff that he was beginning his residency, and was there to learn as much as he could. As a result, the staff taught him a great deal. Another resident at that time came across as knowing it all, which resulted in his rotations being much more difficult to get through. I carried this advice into residency and private practice.
There are two things that I learned from Dr. Zier by direct observation of patient care in rounds with him. The first was how to determine if a patient has liver disease when the patient's hands are extended. The second was the work-up necessary to diagnose Addisonian crisis. Although I never saw either of these in private practice, I never forgot them. His passing is sad to hear, but what he has done teaching podiatry students is immeasurable.
Bart Holt, DPM, Missoula, MT
02/19/2026
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
Fran was one of my legendary attendings and I remember how the residents would contend with one another to cover his surgeries. It was never dull! The first case I scrubbed with him, it was just the two of us. It was a tibial nail, something not in the common cases we were used to back then. But for him it was just another day in the OR.
I remember that we had a great discussion about the literature that day. He taught me to have confidence if it was backed up by skill and knowledge. Wise words from a man who had all these qualities.
V. Kathleen Satterfield, DPM
02/18/2026
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
Fran Lynch was a good guy, a very capable surgeon, a thought leader in his day, and a person with a great sense of humor. He trained under James Ganley, DPM. When he left podiatry to follow other career options, it was a loss to the profession.
Allen M. Jacobs, DPM
09/06/2025
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
I was fortunate enough to spend time with Terry Lichty in my senior year at ICPM. He was very generous with his time as he tutored me in his office and at the Illinois State Penitentiary at Joliet. With his leadership, I and several of my classmates were able to perform more procedures than most people did in a year of residency. I fondly remember the dinners that we enjoyed after our rotation at the penitentiary. RIP Terry.
Michael DiGiacomo, DPM
09/04/2025
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
The T-Screw, the ultimate compression screw. A great invention by TK Lichty, DPM. It was an honor to be one of his residents.
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The T Screw |
I'll always consider T as one of the greatest teachers in podiatric medicine.
Jeff Pellersels, DPM
08/15/2025
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
Brett was someone who was always trustworthy, someone who could be depended on, someone who made work feel more human. May we remember him with love because our lives have become richer and more meaningful for having known him. His memory lives on with his amazing wife Mary Ann and loving family, the community he uplifted, and the countless lives he touched.
ζω? σε σας, may his memory be forever eternal!
Zacharia Facaros, DPM
04/11/2025
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
RE: The Passing of Sanford Kaner, DPM
Dr. Sandy Kaner, 81, of Arizona and Michigan where he practiced for 38 years, passed away on Feb. 28, 2025. He graduated from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in 1970 and was residency director and involved with training for many years in Michigan.
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Dr. Sanford Kaner |
Many podiatrists looked up to him as a devoted mentor. I was one of his residents and have appreciated his training and advice for most of my life. Rest peacefully, Sandy. You will be loved and remembered by many.
Richard Jaffe, DPM
03/11/2025
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
I am sad to learn of Dr. Boxer’s passing. Although he was no longer on NYCPM faculty when I was a student, I had the privilege of being a student of his through his co-directing of my residency program. He had a profound influence on me with my visits to his office. I was first amazed at the efficiency of his practice with the small footprint of the physical space.
What he left me, more importantly, was his contrasting approach to a podiatry practice that I witnessed from other practices. From his consultation room that he used extensively with his new patients to his use of diagnostic testing that he performed without being used for superfluous billing. To the idea of thinking like a problem solver as any physician will do for our patients’ concerns. May his memory be a blessing.
Charles Spatz, DPM (retired)
03/10/2025
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2B
From: Joseph D’Amico, DPM
I have been fortunate in my life to have had many great mentors, including Drs. Richard O. Schuster, Justin Wernick, and Herman R. Tax in orthopedics, Renato J. Giorgini in surgery, and Myron C. Boxer in medicine, so it was with great sadness that I learned of his passing.
I first met Dr. Boxer as a New York College of Podiatric Medicine student in his podiatric medicine course. I immediately recognized him to be always organized, always meticulously prepared, and always professional in his demeanor and attire. Little did I dream that in the not-too-distant future, I’d be director of the NYCPM orthopedics department and get to know and work side by side with “Mike”, the iconic director of...
Editor's note: Dr. D'Amico's extended-length letter can be read here.
03/10/2025
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2A
RIP Dr. Boxer. Great mentor. I had the privilege of training with Dr. Boxer, Dr. Barkin and Dr. Shapiro at Peninsular hospital. They were like family to me.
Damaneon Smith, DPM
Like Dr. Spinner, I too remember Mike well from my days at Peninsula Hospital as a resident. In fact, my uncle was his patient. Mike would hold office hours in the evening one or two nights per week for those who could not come in during the day due to work. I spent many days in his office. He certainly was a stickler for appropriate protocol; in fact he kept an actual timer at the scrub sink at the hospital and he would set it for 5 or 10 minutes depending if it was the first case or not and you had to scrub for the entire time until the timer went off.
He was learned and a great resource and I never found him to be arrogant, just demanding that all students and residents act like the professionals whom we swore an oath to be. He certainly contributed to where I am now. May he rest in peace.
Vince Marino, DPM, Novato, CA
01/09/2025
RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2
I started my career in podiatry 14 years ago and stepped into the exhibit hall not knowing the world I was entering; I’ll never forget the “presence” of one woman. SuEllen epitomizes what it means to “man a booth.” Speaking of “manning” a booth, there was zero, “I’m a woman, hear me roar.” No, she just did it.
For years, I watched from my booth a tenacious road warrior show up, on time, every day, to get it done… and dressed in the classic “SuEllen uniform” (I don’t even have to say it, you can see it). She was unapologetically SuEllen and you knew when she was in the room. There are some people you don’t really notice whether they are there or not. I am saddened to know that there will be something noticeably missing in those halls.
Sarah Breymeier
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
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]
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