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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,761 Subscribers Daily
October 11, 2016 #5,772  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
IN Podiatrist Discusses Ingrown Toenails
Ingrown toenails happen when the toenail grows down instead of out, leading it to dig into the surrounding skin. Hence why they’re normally very uncomfortable. This most commonly happens in the big toes, and can be caused by anything that leaves the nail deformed. “Common causes include ill-fitting shoes where the toes are cramped within the shoe, trauma to the nail (i.e., a fallen object or collision/impact) causing nail deformity, and nail fungus resulting in thickened nails,” Quinton Yeldell, DPM, founder of foot care brand Southern Hospitality, tells SELF.
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Your foot type can also make you more prone to ingrowns. Flat feet can make it harder to find shoes with the right fit, and repeatedly wearing shoes that don’t fit and leave your toes banging against the front can lead to ingrown nails, Yeldell says. Other conditions, like bunions, can also increase the amount of trauma your poor little toes endure. “Ingrown nails that show signs of infection (pain, swelling, redness, and discharge) should be treated by a podiatrist immediately,” says Yeldell. Messing with it on your own will only make matters worse. If you’re questioning whether or not you can handle it on your own, don’t. Let a podiatrist take care of it.
Source: Amy Marturana, SELF [10/7/16]
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| HOSPITAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS - PART 1 | |
Franklin Hospital Welcomes 2 IL Podiatrists
Benton native Dr. Christopher C. Moore and Harrisburg native Dr. Amy Reeter are now seeing podiatry patients in Franklin Hospital’s Specialty Clinic. Moore received a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree in 1982 from William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago and completed his residency in 1983 at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Marion. Moore has been in practice in Southern Illinois for more than 25 years. He has a subspecialty in forefoot reconstructive surgery and diagnostic ultrasound.
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Drs. Christopher Moore and Amy Reeter |
Reeter practiced podiatry in Harrisburg and Herrin for a year and a half before joining the Southern Illinois Foot and Ankle Clinic in February 2016. She completed her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine in 2011 from Des Moines University and a residency at Carl T. Hayden Veterans Affairs Center in Phoenix in 2014.
Source: Southern Business Journal [10/9/16]
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| HOSPITAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS - PART 2 | |
NV Podiatrist Joins Mesa View Regional Hospital
Mesa View Regional Hospital welcomes Landon T. Cameron, DPM, to the medical community in Mesquite. Dr. Cameron earned his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from Temple University of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, PA. He then completed his residency in podiatry at Hunt Regional Medical Center in Greenville, TX.
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Dr. Landon Cameron |
When he is not seeing patients or spending time with his family, Dr. Cameron enjoys golf, tennis, hiking, and many other outdoor activities. He also helps the less fortunate by giving his time and talent as a medical missionary to other countries where access to healthcare is limited.
Source: Mesquite Local News [10/7/16]
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| PODIATRISTS AND POLITICS | |
OH Podiatrist is Running for County Commissioner
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Dr. Ted Bowlus |
Along with presidential and U.S. senate races on the ballot, northwest Ohio voters will decide many county offices. Wood County residents will decide whether to retain two sitting county commissioners or replace them with new faces. Democrat incumbent Joel Kuhlman is seeking his second full term. He is being challenged by Republican Dr. Ted Bowlus, 67, of Pemberville, who is a podiatrist and former president of the Wood County Health Board.
Source: Mark Reiter, The Blade [10/9/16]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 |
MN Podiatrist Hosts "Cast Wall of Fame"
Dr. Loring Stead's definition of a casting call may differ from the general population, but it has often endeared him to his youngest patients. The veteran podiatrist at Olmsted Medical Center has been collecting his favorite casts throughout his 30-plus year career. His favorites are currently displayed on a Cast Wall of Fame in the room next to his office, periodically changing as creative colorings are cut off.
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Dr. Loring Stead (photo: Ken Klotzback) |
The quirky cast collection was created in 1989 when Stead's daughter, Danielle, then a pre-schooler, saw a young patient sporting an elaborate rending of "The Little Mermaid" on her cast. Obsessed with Ariel and Flounder, Danielle urged her father to keep the work of art rather than throwing it out. Nearly 30 years later, the original cast continues to headline the display.
Source: Ken Klotzback, Post Bulletin [10/7/16]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
Annual Memorial 5K Walk/Run to be held for PA Podiatrist
Friends of Dr. Gina Carlo will host an annual 5K walk/run commemorating Dr. Carlo’s “all too short but very inspiring life,” according to Nancy Osborne. The event in memory of the podiatrist from Clarks Summit, who had an office in Carbondale, is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 5, at the Carbondale Area Junior/Senior High School football field and track.
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Dr. Gina Marie Carlo |
Three area animal shelters received donations, and Carbondale Area graduating seniors Conor Durkin and Aislinn Toolan each received $2,000 scholarships from proceeds from last year’s event to continue their education in a healthcare field. “Our goal is to continue this tradition in the hopes of securing a solid future for people like Gina to continue the good works that she started while she was here with us,” Ms. Osborne said.
Source: The Times-Tribune [10/9/16]
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| FROM PM's CURRENT ISSUE | |
Twice a week, PM News posts an entire article from a recent issue of our partner, Podiatry Management Magazine. Please note that the views expressed in Podiatry Management Magazine do not necessarily reflect the views of PM News or Barry Block.
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| PODIATRIC PRODUCTS IN THE NEWS | |
Two Podiatrists Join Harbor MedTech Advisory Board
Harbor MedTech, Inc., a commercial-stage regenerative medicine company delivering innovative biologic wound-healing products, has announced that it has established a medical advisory board comprised of some of the country’s foremost chronic wound care experts.
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Drs. Larry Lavery and Paul Kim |
The Harbor MedTech Medical Advisory Board includes podiatrists Larry Lavery, DPM of the University of Texas, Southwestern, Dallas, TX and Paul Kim, DPM of the Georgetown University, Washington, DC.
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
6 Ways to End a Doctor-Patient Relationship - Part 1
As doctors, we have all treated patients who were very difficult to deal with, due to their non-compliance, an abusive attitude, or just a mismatch of personalities. For most of us, there is no need to stay in a relationship that is clearly not serving the patient nor the doctor well. What is the best way to terminate a doctor-patient relationship?
1) Documentation is key. We must document all those behaviors and interactions that led up to this decision. If a patient abuses your receptionist, document it. Make it clear to anyone who may read your chart later on as to why this decision is being made.
Source: Linda Girgis, MD, Physician's Practice [9/29/16]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: ICD-10 Metatarsal Coding
With the new ICD-10 code for metatarsal varus (Q66.22 [congenital metatarsus adductus; Inclusion Term: congenital metatarsus varus]), which of the metatarsal codes would be most appropriate for a prominent metatarsal head? M77.41 (Metatarsalgia, right foot), or M21.6x1 (Other acquired deformities of right foot), or Q66.22?
Edward Stein, DPM, Peters, MO
Response: The answer to your question starts with, is this "acquired" vs "congenital"? A prominent metatarsal head is a deformity which is usually acquired. The most specific codes for an acquired deformity are:
1) Other acquired deformities of right foot M21.6X1
2) Other acquired deformities of left foot M21.6X2
Q66.22 is "congenital metatarsus adductus or metatarsus varus". This is defined as a foot deformity noted at birth that causes the front half of the foot, or forefoot, to turn inward.
David J. Freedman, DPM, CPC, Silver Spring, MD
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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This shoe is aptly called "Whipped Cream". |
Source: Safa Sahin via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE WANTED – NYC
Excellent Opportunity for a Part Time, well trained Surgical Podiatrist in busy Lower 5th Avenue practice. Surgical consults in place, immediate high net income stream. Must be Board Certified with at least 5 years surgical experience. Call 914 523-1210 or email pied106@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION FULL-TIME – NJ
Do you have 8 arms and 12 legs? Can you handle a challenge? Associate wanted for amazingly busy practice. Must be surgically trained but conservatively minded. The sky is the limit. Wonderful environment and great support team. Great pay with potential for expansion Bergen County, New Jersey. Please email CV to: jackienjfootandankle@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CONNECTICUT
High volume practice seeking a hard working, motivated, Connecticut licensed podiatrist. Duties to include diabetic foot care, wound care, and minor office procedures, nursing homes and house calls. Please submit CV to : podiatrypeople@gmail.com.
EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY!
Home Foot Care, Inc. is looking for qualified podiatrists to visit home patients in the following areas: Phoenix, AZ, Las Vegas, NV, Honolulu, HI, Palm Springs/Palm Desert, Los Angeles, Ventura County, Santa Barbara, Lancaster/Palmdale, and San Bernardino/Riverside, CA. Full/part time, independence, excellent compensation, dedicated support staff, electronic billing/medical records. Email CV to: homefootcare@hotmail.com
2017 GRADUATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - LONG ISLAND
Expanding Long Island based, well rounded group practice seeks 2017 third and fourth year graduating residents or fellows to join our state-of-the-art practices. Our practices are affiliated with multiple hospital systems, surgical and wound care centers and a residency program. Requirements: Caring, ethical, board qualified/certified candidates with surgical training and leadership qualities who are willing to live/relocate to the Long Island, NY metro area. Email CV to: Drbrook@countryfootcare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SUBURBAN PHILADELPHIA
Multi doctor group has an associate position available to join our busy practice. Candidate must have a minimum PMSR/36 with RRA training. Our practice is extremely diversified with all aspects of podiatry including wound care. If you are well trained, outgoing, personable, and would like to join our team please e-mail a cover letter and your CV to: medstaff1977@gmail.com Contact phone number must be included.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MARYLAND
Associate position available for an established practice of 40 years. Must be competent with both office based podiatry and hospital work, including rearfoot/ankle surgery and complex wound management. Very competitive starting salary with bonus, and benefits. Private practice experience and Maryland license preferred, but not required. Full EHR, digital x-rays and newly renovated modern office. Please email: podiatryassociate2995@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MADISON, WI
Growing practice is seeking an associate for our Madison Clinics, as well as coverage in our outreach clinics. Partnership opportunity available. Please email CV to: angel.righter@madisonpodiatrists.com
ASSOCIATE - POTENTIAL PARTNERSHIP – WESTERN WASHINGTON STATE
Busy group practice needs surgically capable associate, 2-3 year surgical resident to replace well trained doctor leaving practice. West of the sound from Seattle with a great environment: water, mountains and free from the Seattle congestion. All phases of practice with ASC, hospital practice/coverage in an expanding regional medical center. Send resumes to pwa@kitsappodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION- ST. LOUIS, MO
Expanding group practice seeks full-time podiatrist to join our team, We have state of the art facilities with EHR, Lasers, EPAT, Digital X-Ray, etc. Candidates must have completed a PSR/36 residency and be well-trained, ethical and collegial. Competitive salary with incentives and benefits. If interested, please contact charlenew@facstl.com.
POSITION WANTED
3rd year surgical resident with PMSR/RRA program looking to add value to a growing practice starting summer 2017. Excellent training with emphasis in FF/RF surgery. Experienced in billing. Preference to IL, CO, TN, TX, and GA, but will consider any location. Contact me at footandanklecareer@gmail.com for more information.
FULL-TIME SURGICAL FACULTY MEMBER WANTED - NYCPM
The New York College of Podiatric Medicine is seeking a full-time surgical faculty member. Candidate must have completed an approved three-year surgical residency and possess ABFAS RRA qualification or certification and be eligible to obtain an Advanced Limited Permit or the Advanced Ankle Privilege through the NYS Department of Education, pursuant to Chapter 438 Education Law. Candidate must have training and experience in complex ankle trauma and Charcot reconstruction. Position will involve extensive academic responsibilities at the student and resident level, patient care, resident training and research. Please send letter of intent and CV to: jsturm@nycpm.edu
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 1 - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE - OTTAWA ONTARIO
Are you surgically trained with osseous surgical competency? Offering a podiatric opportunity of a lifetime. - a 43 year old extremely high grossing, multifaceted practice (including bone surgery) in one of North America's finest and safest cities. There is a way for you to perform in office bone surgery here, given my proximity to Quebec. I will stay to assist, practice, and introduce as required. My practice has little to no competition -well suited to an experienced podiatrist who wants to change and improve the quality of his/her personal and professional life. dgreenberg@greenbergpodiatry.ca
PRACTICE FOR SALE- MASON CITY, IA
Well-established, full range, solo podiatry practice for 34 years. Located in professional building next to hospital. Fully equipped with digital x-ray system. Currently 3 days/w3ek, 5-year average gross $409K and $265K net with growth potential. Call 641-423-1565 after 5PM (CST) or e-mail sbrau@mchsi.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE- LOWELL, MASSACHUSETTS
Great value & priced to sell. Well-established busy full-time total spectrum practice. Includes (eClinicalWorks) EMR, digital x-ray. Located in 1200 square foot office carefully designed & tastefully decorated. Great location in multidisciplinary medical office building. All inquiries absolutely confidential. Inquiries: retiringpodiatrist@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - VANCOUVER
Podiatry opening with multispecialty group. The Vancouver Clinic is recruiting a BC/BE Podiatrist to join our group. Join an integrated team of orthopedic surgeons, podiatrists, physiatrists, and sports medicine physicians. We are looking for a Podiatrist with interest in a non-surgical practice that will focus on diabetic foot care. abarter@tvc.org
PRACTICE FOR SALE - LONG ISLAND NEW YORK
30+ year old part time practice and professional co op for sale in Cedarhurst/ 5 towns. Own your own office with very low monthly maintenance. Fully equipped with Xray and more, ground level, no steps. Priced for quick sale. Call Dr. Rudolph at 516 316-6690
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