FL Podiatrist Creates Scholorship Program for Student Athletes
Seniors student athletes from each of Collier County’s public high schools were awarded certificates and sports medals and have become eligible for one of three $2,500 scholarships awarded in late spring.
Dr. Mickey E. Gordon
Mickey E. Gordon, DPM, a Naples podiatrist with Gulfcoast Foot & Ankle Center, created the program after hearing of the difficult times his patients’ children and grandchildren were having with increased expenses of a college education. During his 31-year career as a podiatric physician and surgeon, Dr. Gordon has treated many athletic and sports injuries and has become well aware that lower extremity injuries are all too common in high school sports.
Gordon recruited his bank, Bank of Florida - Southwest and hospital Physicians Regional Medical Center to jointly pledge three $2,500 scholarships for student athletes. “It is a pleasure to recognize these student athletes for their hard work and accomplishments both in the classroom and on the field, court, pool or track,” said Dr. Gordon.
Source: NaplesNews.com [3/7/10]
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06/20/2018
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
Many People Unaware that Foot Pain is Not Normal: NJ Podiatrist
"A majority of people assume that foot pain is not that serious and can be ignored," says Peter Wishnie, DPM. "There are other people who have no idea that there exists preventative as well as curative care for the feet. The sad thing about it is that poorly managed foot pain could lead to surgery. However, this doesn't have to be the case because proper foot care can eliminate the need for surgery."
Dr. Peter Wishnie
"There are many ways that injuries in the feet and ankles present themselves, and they come about due to different reasons. Engaging in sports is one of the main reasons. Another origin of foot problems is diabetes. Whatever injury a person has should be handled with care to prevent it from becoming worse," says Dr. Wishie.
Source: Digital Journal [6/15/18]
06/19/2018
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
AR Podiatrist Joins Sparks Foot & Ankle Clinic
Dr. Spencer Mortensen
Spencer Mortensen, DPM recently joined Sparks Foot & Ankle Clinic in Fort Smith. He is board certified in podiatry and earned his podiatric medical degree at the Arizona School of Podiatric Medicine at Midwestern University and completed his surgical residency at Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital at Texas A&M University Health Science Center. He most recently worked at Tséhootsooí Medical Center in Fort Defiance, AZ.
Brindabella Podiatry in Tuggeranong has officially opened a specialist clinic to treat ingrown toenails, a common and painful problem for many Canberrans. Brindabella Podiatry owner Nicole Hart said the clinic regularly saw as many as 15 patients a day with ingrown toenails, one patient only seven months old.
Nicole Hart
The new, stand-alone surgery suite will allow the podiatrists to treat patients with the ailment in a separate surgical suite. The treatment options are self-management, non-surgical intervention, or surgery with local anesthetics. She said that the overwhelming majority of ingrown toenails could be treated successfully and new advances in treatment meant no discomfort during or after the procedure.
Source: Megan Doherty, Canberra Times [6/14/18]
06/18/2018
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
NY Podiatrist Named County Commissioner of Health
Orange County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus announced on Thursday that Irina Gelman, DPM, MPH, PhDc has been named the County’s next Commissioner of Health. Dr. Gelman received her Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 2010 and completed her residency at Coney Island Hospital in 2014. She earned her Masters of Public Health in 2012 from Nova Southeastern College of Osteopathic Medicine in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Dr. Irina Gelman
Dr. Gelman is currently working on her PhD at Walden University. With a concentration on community health, Dr. Gelman’s dissertation will focus on telehealth initiatives in rural areas.
Source: Kathy Welsh, Hudson Valley News Network [6/14/18]
06/15/2018
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1
WA Podiatrist Chose Podiatry to Make a Difference
Dr. Terry Hess chose podiatry as a specialty because it is not just about foot problems. Podiatry addresses global health issues that may manifest first in the foot. “I started out my career as a pharmacist and I didn’t feel like I was helping anyone,” explains Hess. “I was treating the symptoms with pharmaceuticals and masking pain, but not really solving the real problems.”
Dr. Terry Hess (Photo: Steve Bloom)
When Hess discovered podiatry, he knew that he had found the place where he could truly make a difference in his patients’ overall health and well-being. "People often talk about their feet hurting at the end of a long day," says Hess. “It is not normal for your feet to hurt from a day of normal activity.” In fact, sore feet are a sign of a problem that, once properly diagnosed, can be corrected.
Source: Carrie Bell, Thurston Talk [6/12/18]
06/14/2018
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1
IL Podiatrist Was a Former Rodeo Rider
Dr. Duane "Dewey" Hanzel's hobbies, from playing rugby to rodeo roping, have always reflected his station in life. The Montana native got his nickname from his football teammates in high school. Sporting a long pony tail at the time, his friends took to calling him "Dewey" -- a joking reference to the Dalai Lama. The ponytail has been gone for some time, and today, he is most recognizable in scrubs and a white coat. .
Dr. Duane Hanzel
Hanzel attended the University of Ostheopathic Medicine and Health Sciences in Des Moines, Iowa, now Des Moines University. All through medical school, his internship at Riverside Hospital and his residency at New Mexico Veterans Affairs Health Care System, Hanzel belonged to two professional rodeo associations -- the National Rodeo Association (NRA) and International Professional Rodeo Association (IPRA). "Once you get into it, it's like anything else -- kind of addicting," he said of his rodeo days.
Source: Matt Dutton, Herald-Whig [6/11/18]
06/13/2018
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1
VA Podiatrist Joins The Foot & Ankle Center
Robert Pica, DPM has joined The Foot & Ankle Center, a division of Foot & Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic, LLC. Board certified in podiatric medicine and wound management, Dr. Pica specializes in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, and lower extremity wound care.
Dr. Robert Pica
Dr. Pica received his DPM from the William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine and complted his residency at the Christ Hospital. He is affiliated with CJW Medical Center.
Source: Richmond Times Dispatch [6/11/18]
06/13/2018
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2
NY Podiatrist Joins Lasante Health Center
LaSante is initializing plans to add specialty service divisions on site and they’ve already implemented LaSante’s very first podiatry department. Gerard Leotaud, DPM, a specialty surgeon at Royal Footcare, has joined as leader of the division and will be seeing patients regarding podiatric concerns and corrective surgery.
Dr. Gerard Leotaud
A graduate of the New York College of Pediatric Medicine and member of the American Microsurgical Orthoplastic Surgical Society since 2016, Dr. Leotaud has extensive knowledge in aspects related to limb damage and degeneration, as well as deformity correction and limb reconstruction.
Source: Caribbean Life [June 2018]
06/11/2018
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
CT Podiatrists Now Part of Charlotte Hungerford Hospital Diabetic Foot Center
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital Diabetic Foot Center is expanding its services and incorporating the podiatry practice Northwest Foot Specialists into its hospital-based location. Podiatrists Dennis D’Onofrio, DPM,and Benish Ali, DPM, have relocated to the Foot Center and are now part of the CHH Multi-Specialty Group of outpatient service providers. Dr. D’Onofrio joined CHH in 1990, and through his practice has been working with patients to provide the best podiatric care for patients in the Litchfield County area. He attended Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine and served his residency and Internship at V.A. Medical Center in West Haven. He is certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and is also a certified wound specialist physician.
Drs. Dennis D’Onofrio and Benish Ali
Dr. Ali has been affiliated with CHH and the practice since 2017. She attended the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, and completed her residency in podiatric surgery at St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center in Hartford. Dr. Ali is Board Qualified with The American Board of Podiatric Medicine.
Source: The Litchfield County Times [6/7/18]
06/09/2018
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
Tri-County Health Care Partners with MN Podiatrist
Through a partnership between Essentia Health and Tri-County Health Care, Annette Bartel, DPM will provide outreach through Tri-County's specialty services starting Thursday, June 7. She will offer treatment and diagnosis for a wide variety of foot and ankle conditions at the Wadena clinic.
Dr. Annette Bartel
Dr. Bartel earned a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. She completed a podiatric residency at the Gundersen Medical Foundation in La Crosse, Wisconsin.
Source: Wadena Pioneer Journal [6/5/18]
06/09/2018
INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
UK Podiatrist Offers Free Treatments to Mark Foot Health Month
Free podiatry sessions are being offered at a Worcester clinic to mark June being Foot Health Month in the UK. Stephanie Owen, who runs SO Podiatry offered free health foot checks on Thursday. Foot Health Month is an annual awareness campaign run by The College of Podiatry.
Stephanie Owen
Stephanie said, “Our feet are one of the hardest working parts of our body, but can be one of the most neglected. Having healthy feet enables us to keep fit and well. There are some very simple steps that everyone can take to keep their feet healthy, but if they do hurt or you notice anything unusual about them, a registered podiatrist can diagnose the problem and provide the right treatment.”
Source: Worchester News [6/4/18]
06/07/2018
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2
CA Podiatrist Opens Practice in Sonoma
Alvin Bannerjee, DPM, has opened a podiatry practice which offers foot care services ranging from treating bunions and plantar fasciitis to food and ankle fractures and diabetic foot care.
Dr. Alvin Bannerjee
Dr. Bannerjee holds a medical degree from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine and is board qualified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. He is on the medical staff of Sonoma Valley Hospital.
Source: Sonoma News [6/1/18]
06/07/2018
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1
GA Podiatrist to Headline Men's Health and Wellness Fair
Board-certified podiatrist Rondrick Williamson, DPM will headline the second annual Strong4Family Men’s Health and Wellness Fair on June 9 at Georgia Piedmont Technical College’s Conference Center in Clarkston.
Dr. Rondrick Williamson
Williamson, who is known as “Dr. Ron,” is a fellow of the American Professional Wound Care Association. He is a favorite of TV shows like Emmy Award-winning “The Doctors,” Bravo TV’s “Married to Medicine,” and “The Real Housewives of Atlanta.” He also has been featured in Ebony magazine and on TEGNA’s “Sister Circle,” which airs locally on The ATL, WATL-TV, and on TV One.
Source: Crossroads News [6/1/18]
06/05/2018
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
EHI Named One of the Fastest Growing Companies in Atlanta
Atlanta Business Chronicle has released its annual ranking of Atlanta’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies (Pacesetters). To qualify, a company must be privately held; based in the 20-county metro Atlanta area and not a subsidiary of another company; has experienced a two-year growth in sales of more than 50%; and 2017 revenues between $1 million and $300 million. Extremity Healthcare, Inc (EHI) had 56 million dollars in revenues for 2017, has 330 plus employees, and over 50% growth.
Dr. David Helfman
CEO David Helfman, DPM accepted the Pacesetter award on behalf of EHI. Village Podiatry Centers (VPC), a division of EHI, is the largest foot and ankle surgical practice in the Southeast and one of the largest podiatry practices in the country. VPC has over 40 doctors in more than 30 offices throughout the metro-Atlanta area, Middle Georgia, and Tennessee.
06/03/2018
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
PA Podiatrist to join Pottstown HS Alumni Honor Roll
Therese Rinaldi, DPM will be recognized at the Pottstown HS Annual Alumni Honor Roll event on Friday, Oct. 19. She graduated from Pottstown High School in 1979. After high school, Therese earned her bachelor of science degree in nursing from Widener University. In 1989, she earned her Degree of Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine. Rinaldi began her medical career as a staff registered nurse at Pennsylvania Hospital before moving to the Skilled Nursing Inc. as a critical care nursing contractor.
Dr. Therese Rinaldi
After earning her Doctorate, Dr. Rinaldi became a podiatric surgical resident at what is now known as Washington Hospital Center. In 1990, she returned to Pottstown as a director and surgeon for the Pottstown Foot and Ankle Center.
Source: The Mercury News [5/31/18]
06/01/2018
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
CT Podiatrist Featured at Middle School Career Day
Eighth-graders at West Rocks Middle School learned about what it’s like to treat ulcers on feet and to handle a drug-sniffing dog at the school’s annual career day on Wednesday.
Dr. Jennifer Tauber
The longstanding event featured a diverse group of local professionals, ranging from an FBI agent and Norwalk firefighters to a chef and podiatrist Dr. Jennifer Tauber of Bethel. Each invited speaker talked about how they ended up in their current career and what it took for them to get there.
Source: Stephanie Kim, Bridgeport Connecticut Post [5/30/18]
05/31/2018
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
2 AL Podiatrists Join AtlasFAI Affiliated
Edward Behmer, DPM and Randall Tibbs, DPM have joined the AtlasFAI Affiliated Office. Dr. Behmer completed his graduate training in podiatry at the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine. After graduation, he completed his surgical residency at Northwest General Hospital in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Drs. Edward Behmer and Randall Tibbs
Dr. Tibbs is a native of Huntsville, Alabama and was raised in the community. Dr. Tibbs graduated from the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and received his Doctorate in 2004.
05/28/2018
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
GA Podiatrist Joins Village Podiatry
Village Podiatry Centers has announced that Cheree Eldridge, DPM has joined its practice. Dr. Eldridge earned her doctorate at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York, NY. She completed her residency at the Atlanta Department of Veterans Affairs.
Dr. Cheree Eldridge
Last year, Dr. Eldridge started her own mobile practice, Eldridge Podiatry and Diabetes Center LLC, in which she travels to multiple states treating patients. She is licensed in Georgia, as well as Kentucky, Iowa, and Pennsylvania. She is board qualified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine, a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Orthopedics and Medicine, as well as on the Board of Directors for Georgia Podiatry Medical Association.
05/26/2018
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2
GA Podiatrist Joins Village Podiatry
Village Podiatry Centers has announced that Hugh Richardson, DPM has joined its Roswell location. Dr Richardson earned his doctorate at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and completed his surgical residency at North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System, where he was selected to serve as residency coordinator.
Dr. Hugh Richardson
Dr. Richardson completed advanced training in adult and pediatric surgery through a one-year fellowship at North General Hospital, NY, NY. He is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, American College of Foot and Ankle Pediatrics, and the American Professional Wound Care Association.
05/26/2018
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1
NY Podiatrist Receives Healthcare Hero Award
On May 17, Westchester Magazine celebrated their 5th Annual Westchester’s Healthcare Heroes at a lavish sit-down luncheon at Mulino's at Lake Isle in Eastchester, NY. The event brought together men and women who have dedicated their lives to their patients by going above and beyond the call of duty. This year's 10 incredible, hardworking healthcare professionals may not wear capes, but they are heroes nonetheless.
(L-R) Stephanie Rivera, Drs. Kathy Reilly Fallon and Azra Rezwi
This year’s Healthcare Hero 2018 Honorees included Kathy Reilly Fallon, DPM. Dr. Reilly Fallon is founder and Chairwoman of the Armonk-based Heavenly Productions, a non-profit charity that aids area children. She also serves on the Board of Trustees of the New York College of Podiatric Medicine.
Source: Westchester Magazine [5/21/18]
05/24/2018
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
TX Podiatry Practice Celebrates its 10th Anniversary
Lake Travis Podiatry is celebrating its 10th anniversary. Patrick L. Corrigan, DPM graduated from the Dr. William Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago, class in 1996.
Dr. Patrick Corrigan
Dr. Corrigan completed a residency in podiatric surgery at Hollywood Community Hospital in 1997 and was in private practice in Santa Monica, California, 1997-2008.
Source: Sally Grace Holtgrieve, Community Impact Newspaper [5/22/18]
05/23/2018
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2
FL Podiatrist Forms Podiatry Clinic with USF Medicine
Zachery Barnett, DPM, a podiatrist with Bayshore Podiatry Center in South Tampa, has teamed up with USF Morsani School of Medicine and the street medicine program to form a foot and ankle division. The program was formed to serve the local homeless community for their medical needs. The inauguration of the foot clinic was on May 19th and will service the homeless population twice a month to provide foot care and community outreach .
Dr. Zachery Barnett
Dr. Barnett, a 2013 Temple University graduate, completed his surgical training at Jewish Hospital and University of Louisville School of Medicine. He is practicing in South Tampa and plans on expanding the homeless care to surgical services through Tampa General Hospital.
05/23/2018
INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY
Aussie Podiatrist Couple Move into New Clinic
After 13 years of operating from a small house clinic on Walter Road, a Maylands podiatry pair hopes to stay at their new clinic located in the Morley. Galleria Podiatry owners Nic and Rachel Lange officially opened their purpose-built clinic last month, after being over-capacity at their old clinic. The new clinic has five rooms and seven podiatrists who help about 300 patients a week.
Nic and Rachel Lange
Nic Lange, who became a podiatrist after experiencing knee pain as a young footballer, said the old clinic became uncomfortable for patients and staff, as the space was over-capacity. “We never wanted to have three or four satellite practices around Perth – we always just wanted to have one big consolidated practice, which is now what we have got.”
Source: Kristie Lim, Community Newspaper Group [5/21/18]
05/22/2018
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1
PA Podiatrist Ordained as Episcopal Deacon
Deacon Dr. Kurt K. Kovalovich wants to bring people together to heal them and sees his ordination on Saturday as a deacon in the Episcopal church as a way to do that. “Healing is my first ministry,” Kovalovich, 58, of North Manheim Township, said after the 90-minute ordination service at the Cathedral Church of the Nativity.
Dr. Kurt Kovalovich
Kovalovich, who also is a podiatrist with an office in Pine Grove, said he will continue to work as a podiatrist.
Source: Peter E. Bortner, Republican Herald [5/20/18]
05/22/2018
PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2
OH Podiatry Group to Sponsor 20th Annual Diabetes Golf Fundraiser
Ankle & Foot Care Centers will hold its 20th annual Diabetes Golf Benefit, a four-person scramble, Aug. 17 at the Pine Lakes Golf Club. Ankle & Foot Care Centers is the region’s largest podiatric care provider, with 17 physicians and surgeons serving patients at 20 local offices. The tournament raises money for the Diabetes Partnership of Mahoning Valley, which provides education, resources, and support for people and families living with diabetes.
Dr. Michelle Anania
“This annual event always generates a great turnout and we’re hoping to raise $16,000 this year,” said Dr. Michelle Anania, partner at Ankle & Foot Care Centers and the event’s lead organizer. “It’s a great opportunity to come together to help raise awareness and support the fight against diabetes.” The event has been sponsored by Ankle & Foot Care Centers since 1999 and has raised more than $165,000 for services and education for diabetes patients.
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