VA Podiatrist Enjoys Being a Mobile Specialist
Joseph G. Smith, DPM, is a mobile podiatrist who travels across Hampton Roads, Virginia for house calls. He runs All American Podiatry and Wound Care with his wife Sondra, a former nurse. They met when she was working at a nursing home where he was treating patients. The Chesapeake resident spent two years as an Army medic and then went to nursing school at Old Dominion University before going to medical school. He was later in the Army reserves. At ODU, he studied biochemistry and did research on diabetic neuropathy, which got him interested in foot and leg care. He has been a podiatrist for about 20 years and specializes in wound care.
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Dr. Joseph G. Smith |
Dr. Smith said he earns more than $100,000 a year, keeping costs lower by not having to pay rent for an office. He likes being on the road too, loading up his brown minivan with supplies. “It’s kind of being in the trenches,” he said. “I kinda gotta used to what I have at hand to treat what’s there.” If he can’t, he’ll come back for another visit, or refer patients to another doctor.
Source: Robyn Sidersky, The Virginia Pilot [10/22/17]
FL Podiatrist to Receive Central Florida Humanitarian Award
Romain Onteniente, DPM realized early in life how important it is to help those living in areas of need. As a medical student at Barry University, he co-founded Podiatry Overseas Association, a non-profit organization which puts Doctors of Podiatric Medicine at the service of men, women, and children all around the world. The Podiatry Overseas Association has organized medical and surgical mission trips to Africa, Brazil, Guyana, and other areas in need.
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Dr. Romain Onteniente |
Dr. Onteniente and his group have been traveling yearly since 2013 to regions of Africa, Brazil, Guyana – and helped hundreds of patients suffering from congenital deformities, traumatic injuries, diabetic complications, and others pathologies of the lower extremities. He will be honored during the 2017 Central Florida Humanitarian Awards, which will take place Thursday, Nov. 2 in Melbourne, Florida.
Source: Space Coast Daily [10/18/17]
MI Podiatrist Receives Hannan Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award
Dr. Stuart Kirschenbaum was honored with the 2017 Lifetime Achievement Award at Hannan Foundation's first annual 70 Over Seventy Awards. The awards were created to highlight the diverse interests, accomplishments, and lifestyles of older adults in Metropolitan Detroit. The event was attended by over 400 people at the Rooster Tail, Detroit, Michigan on October 12, 2017.
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Dr. Stuart Kirschenbaum |
Kirschenbaum, the former boxing commissioner of Michigan, was inducted into the Michigan Jewish Sports Hall of Fame in 2009. He has devoted his entire professional career of 47 years to serving the health needs of the citizens of Detroit and has led many causes for fairness and equality in the African-American community.
10/18/2017
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1
IL Podiatrist Runs "Mini Podiatric Medical School" for HS and College Students
Interested in a career in medicine or surgery? Consider podiatry. To raise awareness of the field, Dr. Jason Rubin is offering a "Mini Podiatric Medical School" program on November 12, 2017 at AMITA Adventist Medical Center in Bolingbrook IL. Rubin graduated from the Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery. While he was there, his father Dr. Ira Rubin created a Mini Podiatric Medical School Program for the school.
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Dr. Jason Rubin explains the use of radiology in podiatry. |
Now that Jason is back in the Naperville area, they want to share this program with the community. The program is 4 hours and designed for college and high school students. It consists of lectures and hands-on experiences.
Source: Chicago Tribune [10/17/18]
10/17/2017
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
MN Podiatrist Joins Mayo Clinic Health System
Sara Vande Kieft, DPM, recently joined the team of podiatric providers at Mayo Clinic Health System in Albert Lea. She has been with Mayo Clinic Health System for over 19 years and also sees patients in Austin and Cannon Falls. Vande Kieft joins Nathan Sanders, DPM to provide foot and ankle care.
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Dr. Sara Vande Kieft |
Dr. Vande Kieft earned her podiatric medical degree from the University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery in Des Moines, IA. She completed residency through Park Lane Medical center in Kansas City, MO.
Source: Albert Lea Tribune [10/13/17]
10/16/2017
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
NY Podiatrist Leads Walk for the Cure of Pancreatic Cancer
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Dr. Arthur Gudeon (center) and Sue's Crewers |
The Lustgarten Foundation Research Walk for the Cure of Pancreatic Cancer was held last Sunday at Jones Beach. Dr. Arthur Gudeon and his Team Sue's Crewsers once again walked (in the pouring rain & wind) in memory of his wife, Susan, who passed from that dreadful disease in 2012. They collected over $4,000 for that worthy cause.
10/12/2017
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
FL Podiatrist Recommends Falls Prevention Steps
The Times-Union is honored to have large numbers of smart and talented readers. Through its Email Interactive Group, it offers them a chance to participate. A great example came with a letter from Earl Horowitz, DPM, a specialist in geriatric and general podiatry. He wrote a letter about seniors and the dangers of walking. He first noted that senior citizen years can be divided into three categories: 60-75, 76-85, and 86 and up. As seniors age, they become prone to falls, which are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations for seniors and tend to lead to a lower quality of life.
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Dr. Earl Horowitz |
Dr. Horowitz offers several great low-cost ideas: • All public and exposed staircases painted yellow, a caution indicator. • Curbs at the corners of sidewalks also should be painted yellow. • All corner sidewalks should be depressed so wheelchairs and seniors walking with canes can easily move from sidewalks to streets.
Source: Florida Times-Union [10/10/17]
10/11/2017
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
TN Podiatrist Lectures at “Dinner with the Doctor”
Lester Haag, DPM, MPH recently spoke at the local community health program “Dinner with the Doctor” in the Chattanooga area. His lecture was entitled “Diabetes: Walk your way out!” He explained the pathophysiology of pre-diabetes, diabetes, and common diabetic medications and their complications.
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Dr. Lester Haag |
Lastly, Dr. Haag shared with evidence from medical studies that demonstrated the powerful effectiveness of lifestyle changes that improve or even reverse diabetes and its complications.
10/10/2017
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
CO Podiatrist Joins Estes Park Medical Center
Estes Park Medical Center has announced the addition of Kate Johnson, DPM to the Specialty Clinic as of Oct. 11. Dr. Johnson received her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago, IL.
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Dr. Kate Johnson |
Her general surgery and podiatric surgical residencies were completed at Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Johnson is board certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.
Source: Kerrie Hill, Estes Park News [10/6/17]
10/06/2017
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
IL Podiatrist Takes Part in ASC Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
The Silver Cross campus got a new addition this week, with Tuesday’s ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Silver Cross Surgery Center, a free-standing ambulatory surgery center located across the street from Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. Outpatient surgery minimizes patient time away from home and work, as well as surgical expenses and insurance co-pays.
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Dr. Paul Kirchner (right) |
The center also uses Steris Integration equipment, which displays images and other information on 27-inch field monitors and 55-inch wall monitors in its operating rooms. “We’ve been waiting for this for a long time,” Dr. Paul Kirchner, podiatrist and Silver Cross Hospital board member said at Tuesday’s ceremony. “To finally see it in front of us is more than I could have imagined.”
Source: Jeanne Millsap, Mysuburbanlife.com [10/4/17]
10/05/2017
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
WA Podiatrist Donates Handmade Ceramic Bowls for Fundraiser
The public is invited to purchase handcrafted ceramic bowls and share a meal to raise money for families in need and to also support a capital campaign to build a new food bank. Dr. Colyn Nouv, a podiatrist who joined the Lake Stevens clinic a couple of months ago, is donating bowls she made in her garage studio in Snohomish. She took ceramics classes in high school. She picked up the hobby again in medical school.
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Dr. Colyn Nouv |
“As a doctor, it’s important to be creative to find solutions for patients seeking help,” she said. Ceramics taps into that same energy, as you try to see things in a different light, Nouv said. She’s made about 10 bowls for the fundraiser.
Source: Diana Hefley, Herald.net [10/3/17]
10/04/2017
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
CA Podiatrist Joins UFAI
University Foot and Ankle Institute (UFAI) recently welcomed Ryan Carter, DPM to the practice. Dr. Carter received his podiatric medical degree from the Arizona School of Podiatric Medicine in Glendale, AZ.
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Dr. Ryan Carter |
Carter completed a three-year surgical residency at Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara, where he served as chief resident during his final year. Dr. Carter then completed a one-year reconstructive foot and ankle fellowship with Palo Alto Medical Foundation in Mountain View, CA.
10/03/2017
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2
Essentia Health Welcomes CA Podiatrist
Colin Zdenek, DPM, a podiatrist, has joined the Essentia Health St. Joseph's-Brainerd Clinic. "I love the complexity and the variety of this specialty," he said. "There are a lot of treatment options we can provide for patients in the clinical setting that don't require surgery that can make a big difference for each patient, which is very gratifying."
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Dr. Colin Zdenek |
Dr. Zdenek earned a degree in podiatric medicine from Des Moines University Osteopathic and Podiatric Medicine in Des Moines, IA. He completed residency in podiatry at the West Penn Foot and Ankle Institute in Pittsburgh, PA, and an additional year of training at the Silicon Valley Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Fellowship in Mountain View, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine.
Source: Pineandlakes Echo Journal [10/1/17]
10/03/2017
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1
ACFAP and MA Podiatrist Sponsor Down Syndrome Buddy Walk
On September 30th, the DeCaro Total Footcare Center joined with the American College of Pediatric Foot & Ankle Pediatrics (ACFAP) to sponsor the 2017 Western Massachusetts annual Down Syndrome Buddy walk. ACFAP President Louis DeCaro, DPM was present to screen the participants for biomechanical issues associated with Down syndrome. "The combination of ligamentous laxity and low muscle tone in a majority of those diagnosed with Down syndrome contribute to a lifetime of orthopedic problems. Screening the feet as early as possible is imperative for successful prevention of these issues," said DeCaro.
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Dr. Louis DeCaro at Down Syndrome Buddy Walk |
The Buddy Walk was established in 1995 by the National Down Syndrome Society to celebrate Down syndrome awareness month in October and to promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome. Over 800 people attended the walk.
10/02/2017
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
5 CA Podiatrists Recognized as Top Doctors by Sonoma County Magazine
The following podiatrists have been named Top Doctor for 2017 by Sonoma County Magazine:
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(L-R) Drs. John Hollander, Kenneth Lopez, Michael Johnson, Thomas Chang, and Walter D'Costa. |
Drs. John D. Hollander, Kenneth T. Lopez, Michael A. Johnson, Thomas Chang, and Walter D. D'Costa.
Source: Sonoma County Magazine [Sep/Oct 2017]
09/30/2017
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
Covenant Clinic Welcomes IA Podiatrist
Covenant Clinic welcomes Travis Tidwell, DPM, who recently joined the podiatry department. Dr. Tidwell became a physician to help others. "I wanted to make a difference in people's lives. I enjoy learning how a system works, using that knowledge to find out what's wrong and fixing it. The most rewarding part of my job is taking part in the Lord's work, helping 'the lame to walk.'"
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Dr. Travis Tidwell |
Dr. Tidwell received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from Des Moines University. He recently completed his Podiatric Clinical and Surgical Residency at Covenant Medical Center.
Source: Augusta Sires, Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare [9/28/17]
09/28/2017
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2
FL Podiatrist Named Best of Best by Leesburg Newspaper
The judges have spoken. The Daily Commercial on Sunday revealed the winners of the annual Best of the Best competition, honoring businesses that the readers rated highly for their products and services. Chad Watkins, DPM was named "Best Podiatrist".
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Dr. Chad Watkins |
Dr. Watkins graduated from the Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine and completed a residency at Florida Hospital. He is board certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
Source: Leesburg Daily Commercial [9/26/17]
09/28/2017
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1
MI Podiatrist Discusses Podiatry's Radical Evolution
Podiatry has changed radically since its inception. "Nowadays, podiatric physicians routinely perform ankle replacement surgery, foot and ankle reconstruction, and a whole host of procedures, simple to complex. Then again, many conservative measures are utilized by the average podiatrist. That is one of the best aspects of this specialty. Generally speaking, a patient walks out of the office with significant relief of the pain they walked in with," says Conway McLean, DPM.
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Dr. Conway McLean |
"These days, podiatric physicians are able to provide a whole host of amazing, new treatments and techniques. Wound care is one field I find fascinating. The use of placental tissue as a source of stem cells has proven quite effective at helping to close chronic wounds. Cold lasers provide obvious relief of muscle and tendon pain, but are proving to also aid in healing these problematic wounds. Also, new forms of electrical stimulation have allowed us to improve blood flow into tissues that won’t heal. And that’s just wound care," says Dr. McLean.
Source: Mining Journal [9/26/17]
09/27/2017
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
FASMA Expands to Richmond, VA
Foot and Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic (FASMA) has announced its newest division in Richmond, VA, with the joining of Richmond’s Foot & Ankle Center on October 1, 2017. The Foot & Ankle Center provides patients with comprehensive and unique services to that area. With this new division, FASMA now operates in 32 locations across DC, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virginia.
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Drs. Mitchell Waskin, Jeffrey Frost, and Alexander Mount |
FASMA’s three new podiatrists, Drs. Mitchell Waskin, Jeffrey Frost, and Alexander Mount, are each accomplished and practiced DPMs. Dr. Waskin was selected to sit on multiple peer-review committees and professional societies, and served as a past president of the Richmond Academy of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Mount has written numerous articles that have been published in The Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery and the ACFAS Scientific Literature Review. Dr. Frost has been practicing for more than 20 years. FASMA is now 52 podiatrists strong with the new Richmond division.
09/26/2017
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2
MI Podiatrists Buck Trend and Start New Practice
Drs. Anthony LaLama and Stefano Militello worked several years for an established podiatry practice before deciding last fall to branch out on their own. But opening a new physician practice isn't the easiest for young physicians, and nowadays not that many venture out on their own early in their careers.
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Drs. Anthony LaLama and Stefano Militello |
"We decided to open the practice because we wanted to be the new face of medicine," said LaLama, who is from Sterling Heights and received his doctorate in podiatric medicine from Kent State College of Podiatric Medicine in Cleveland. He completed his surgical training at Providence Hospital in Southfield.
Editor's note: to read the entire article, click here.
Source: Jay Greene, Crain's Detroit Business [9/24/17]
09/26/2017
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2
NE Podiatrist to Open Prairie Foot & Ankle
Corey Blackburn, DPM, a Grand Island podiatrist, will soon open Prairie Foot & Ankle. Dr. Blackburn graduated with honors from the College of Podiatric Medicine And Surgery, University of Osteopathic Medicine And Health Sciences in 2011 and completed a surgical residency at St. Vincent's Mercy Medical Center in Toledo, Ohio.
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Dr. Corey Blackburn |
Blackburn is affiliated with Jennie M. Melham Memorial Medical Center, Mary Lanning Healthcare, and Chi Health St. Francis. He says he loves Grand Island and wouldn’t want to work anywhere else.
Source: The Grand Island Independent [9/24/17]
09/25/2017
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1
NY Podiatrist Joins Podiatry Associates
Podiatry Associates, a local ankle and foot care center, welcomed a new doctor to the practice. Modupe Agunbiade, DPM recently joined the practice, and currently works out of all three locations along with three other doctors – Drs. Anthony Tuccio, Mark Tuccio, and George Vito.
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Dr. Modupe Agunbiade |
Dr. Agunbiade received her Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine (DPM) from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in 2013. She recently completed a three-year surgical training at Trinitas Regional Medical Center in Elizabeth, New Jersey.
Source: Jordan Schrecengost, The Corry Journal [9/19/17]
09/25/2017
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2
IL Podiatrist Joins FHN
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Dr. Richard Bell |
Freeport Health Network (FHN) recently hired Richard Bell, DPM. Dr. Bell received his doctorate in podiatric medicine from the Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery in Des Moines, Iowa. He complete a three-year residency at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center in Rockford, IL.
Source: Journal Standard [9/22/17]
09/23/2017
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1
FL Podiatrist Receives Guardian Angel Award
The St. Vincent’s Health Care Foundation recently presented Timothy Syperek, DPM. with its prestigious St. Vincent’s Guardian Angel Award. Syperek was recognized by the patients he serves at Coastal Podiatry and Wound Care, which has locations in Orange Park. The award is given to a provider who has gone “above and beyond” expectations, according to St. Vincent’s Health Care Foundation Guardian Angel Program.
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Dr. Timothy Syperek |
“The Guardian Angel Program allows grateful patients, their families, and friends the opportunity to support patient services and programs at St. Vincent’s HealthCare while recognizing the exemplary care received from a St. Vincent’s Guardian Angel healthcare provider,” said Jane R. Lanier, St. Vincent’s chief development officer and president of Guardian Angel program. Dr. Syperek received a Guardian Angel pin, and a gift was presented in his honor to support the programs for children and families in the Jacksonville area.
Source: Clayton Daily [9/20/17]
