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August 12 , 2010, Issue #377
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DISCUSSION | |
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NEW QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
Question: Does anyone have a clear understanding of the
issue(s) concerning physicians with and without PECOS numbers and billing
Medicare for therapeutic shoes, and medical supplies for that matter? Also, does
anyone have a clear understanding on physician's PROGRESS NOTES and
documentation now required? - Stuart Pressman, Florida
Comment: Shane Hayes has posted that my comments on the
abhorrent state of affairs of being a pedorthic Medicare TSD supply company
were on the money [for both comments see the July 21 Issue #374] . . . . but took issue with my comment about
questioning the need to incur the costs of being 'certified' any longer since I
no longer owned a Medicare supply company.
Shane's response did not address the issue I raised of what is ABC
and/or PFA doing to "brand" certified pedorthists from all the
non-certified pedorthists that put Pedorthist on their business card and tell
their customers why as a pedorthist they are qualified to provide SOLUTIONS to
their foot problems. At least these individuals are not falsifying their
credentials relative to actual certified pedorthists. This week I had the opportunity to be in another
local shoe store that the owner who is not certified, who has never has been
certified, yet who over the years has portrayed himself as being a certified
pedorthist in our community. And lo and
behold, there is his Certificate of Attendance for a PFA conference from
several years ago on display behind the cash register. And after his name on the certificate is C.
Ped. Now I have reported this
individual multiple times to ABC about his PNW posting where he added CPed to
his name and about his putting signage on his store about the availability of a
board certified pedorthist when no CPed worked for him, and previously for
displaying this PFA seminar attendance certificate that has CPed after his
name. Yet every customer still gets to
see at check out that he is a C. Ped according to PFA. Not that any of the customers would know the
difference between a CPed and a Pedorthist, except for whatever he tells them. Is ABC toothless in its ability to protect real
certified pedorthists from knock offs?
Is PFA so oblivious about anyone who registers at a PFA seminar may or
may not be a CPed so no one at PFA checks their credentials (or lack of) on the
ABC or BOC websites before putting CPed or BOC Pedorthist on an attendance
certificate? I think the answer to both
these question is obvious in my community.
How many other CPeds are spending a great deal of money each year to
renew their ABC or BOC certificate, spending money to get the continuing ed
hours to maintain their certification only to have individuals falsely pose as
a CPed in their market? Or due to the
lack of public understanding (branding), the uncertified pedorthist gets to
tell the customer their version of their skills and knowledge. So Shane, the question I posed early about whether
or not I should keep spending money to be a CPed now that I shut down my Medicare
TSD supply company is a real question that needs a legitimate answer. And meaningful actions to protect its paying
CPed practitioners, ABC. And common
sense before handing out certificates, PFA. - John Mishasek, BOC Pedorthist, CPed
PREVIOUS QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS WITH RESPONSES
Comment: I'm looking forward to
the 2010 North American Pedorthic Congress this November. With an impressive
line-up of speakers and topics, I'm sure it will be a great event. However,
with hotel fees at $200/night plus all the expenses incurred for traveling, I'm
wondering how many of us are going to be able to financially afford to be
there. Ironically, I'm one of the speakers. Now I'm kicking myself because I
have no idea where the money is going to come from to get me there. Is anyone else in this same boat? I don't know
about other C. Peds but in the 5+ years I've been in this profession, my salary
has barely provided me with enough money to live on. I've yet to earn enough
income to put a penny in a savings account and am wondering if it's even worth
staying in the profession. A year and a half ago I was laid off from a job
as a C. Ped. I spent 6 months looking for work as a C. Ped. in five different
states. I was offered $11-12/hour for part-time work. I decided I was better
off being unemployed and waited for something 'better.' But the better still
isn't good enough. I have no idea what other C. Peds are earning.
But I know I didn't work my butt off for a Bachelor of Science Degree in a
health/medical field and earn my Certification in Pedorthics to be right on the
edge of poverty. I've yet to work for an employer who will pay
for me to keep up all of my Certification points, PFA membership, and annual
ABCOP dues. I don't necessarily expect an employer to do that, but each year I
struggle to come up with the money to contribute towards all of these necessary
expenses. All I can say is it's very discouraging. I
pursued the profession because I loved it. But it's getting me nowhere...I can
no longer keep my head above water. I'd be interested to hear input from other C.
Peds. - PNW Reader Response: This guy surely
wasn't looking for work in my area, or we would have swept him off his
feet! My part-time NON-credentialed people make $10 an hour and they
don't have college degrees. If he really knows SOMETHING (which
being certified does NOT prove!) I would have certainly hired him full
time at a SIGNIFICANTLY higher salary and I would have been thrilled to
take care of CEU's and memberships. I always have paid for these for my
C. Peds. Maybe we just do things differently down South. - Jean Sears, C. Ped. Response: When you're up to
your butt in alligators, it's hard to remember that your objective was to drain
the swamp. Your debt picture has fogged up your vision. While there
is indeed light at the end of the tunnel, I can't bite my tongue long enough to
impart that wisdom first; you'll have to wait for a paragraph or two. As
an individual who started working outside of my home in grade school and never
stopped, I have a low tolerance for those who expect others to pay for their
education (initial or continuing education). "Waiting for something
better"? This is Aesop's fable of the grasshopper spending the warm
months singing away, while the ant worked to store up food for winter. Every
year I hear somebody utilizing your very same verbiage of woe is me. Create the opportunity for yourself. No matter what the expense, you are
about to have the opportunity to attend the largest pedorthic gathering in
history. If you can't create an opportunity for yourself with all the
potential employers, knowledgeable colleagues, a host of helpful vendors [with
connections] who are attending; then I'm not sure how to help you. Make a plan, figure out your parameters and
hit Orlando hard with an open mind. -
Shane Hayes, C. Ped.
Question: I have neuropathy CMT with drop foot that
makes walking difficult. I wear braces whenever I'm going to walk
outdoors for a while. I have difficulty keeping my balance if the
surface is slightly uneven and it's hard for me to walk up a slight
incline. I would like to know - whenever I'm not wearing
braces, would it be of any help to wear orthotics to walk around the
house or when going for short walks?I asked this question to a doctor, who said, "Wearing
orthotics for the above reasons would not help." I would very much appreciate any information
you can give me. - Frank Biondo Response: I have patients with C-M-T, that, when they
have some flexibility, can do well with a heel +/- sole flare on the outside of
their shoes. It is fairly cost effective vs. orthotics at times, can help
reduce some of the lateral roll to the foot. I concur with the opinions re:
orthotics at times being faulty in design. I have a patient in her
mid-20's that we do a flare for, that worked wonderfully while she was in
college. - David Castellanos, C. Ped, National Pedorthic
Services, Madison, WI Response: Thanks so much [these] responses....They helped
me understand a little more of what's involved in getting or not getting
orthotics. - Frank Biondo
PREVIOUS QUESTIONS WITHOUT RESPONSES
Question: I was wondering
what the regulations on prescription are regarding RX/DX information on the
prescription. I get several prescriptions for Therapeutic footwear and all that
is written on the prescription is "Diabetic shoes." Most of the time
there is no DX at all or it may say "diabetic." Is this enough to go
ahead and see/evaluate the patient (covered under Medicare) and order footwear
under the therapeutic footwear bill? Is
the prescription or the physician statement for therapeutic footwear the
priority document when providing diabetic footwear? -Cped2005
ANNOUNCEMENTS
ABC
Supports NCOPE Move to Master's Level Standards for O&P Alexandria,
VA - The American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics,
Inc. (ABC) congratulates The National Commission for Orthotic and Prosthetic Education
(NCOPE) on revising the orthotic and prosthetic education standards,
raising the minimum education level for the profession to a master's
degree. NCOPE received approval of the
standards revision at the July 23rd meeting of the Commission on Accreditation
of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). NCOPE's hard work over the last five years
to revise the standards has culminated in an exciting move forward for the
profession. The new standards are effective immediately for any new programs
seeking accreditation and all currently accredited programs will transition to
the new standards by the end of 2012. "ABC fully supports this positive step for
the O&P profession. We are excited about looking to the future and the
evolution of the profession," said Cathy Carter, ABC Executive Director. "This
was the culmination of significant work by a number of individuals and ABC
commends NCOPE on achieving this extremely important milestone." Source:
ABC |
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HEALTH AND INDUSTRY
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Since launching in 1999, Zappos has had a
meteoric rise to the top of the footwear retail world and was recently sold to Amazon for $1.2 billion. You better believe that this
price tag comes with some cutting edge knowledge of the business, including
what shoes and SKUs to put in the stable. As we head in to the summer trade
shows, we caught up with Zappos buyer Jim Copeland for his take on what's
trending. Full
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Source: Transworld Business
Morris
Museum Shines Spotlight on Footwear
Everybody wears them. Some people
have closets full of them. (Imelda Marcos reportedly had 3,000 pairs.) Shoes
protect and adorn our feet, and are crucial implements in many activities of
human life.
The Morris Museum currently features a major exhibition of more
than 300 shoes that explores many different themes. "The Shoe Must Go On!"
presents shoes of the rich and famous, traditional footwear from diverse
cultures, art shoes, shoe-based art, innovative shoe designs and more. The
display includes historical shoes such as Martha Washington's slippers and a
17th-century shoe worn by Mary Queen of Scots. Full
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Source: APP.com
New
York: Consumers Will Soon Pay More For Clothes, Footwear
Shoppers
statewide will soon be paying more for clothing and footwear items under $110.
A state sales tax exemption will be lifted in October - meaning an added 4
percent on those items. Monroe County taxes consumers 4 percent on footwear and
clothing, beginning October 1st, shoppers will pay 8 percent. Full
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Source: WHAM 13
NPD: Consumers spending more, but shopping later for BTS
The NPD Group
found that 38% of consumers polled in its back-to-school spending intentions
survey plan to spend less this year, compared with 44% of respondents a year
ago. Consumers are continuing to put off shopping until the last minute. Half
the number of consumers this year (3%) compared with last year (6%) said they
have purchased for back-to-school already, NPD reported.
"More and
more consumers keep telling us that they are putting off their shopping later
and later each year," said Marshal Cohen, chief industry analyst, The NPD
Group. "I would say that this is change in the timing of consumption, more
people 'buying now and wearing now,' is part of the lingering impact of the
recession." Full Text
Source: Drugstore News
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DIABETES
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State
of Mind and Healing Linked in Diabetes Foot Ulcer Study
Scientists have found that healing of diabetes related foot ulcers
differs depending on psychological state of mind. Researchers found a link
between how patients with diabetes cope with potentially life threatening foot
ulcers and rates of healing. The results of the study showed
that anger, frustration and depression over potentially life threatening wounds
associated with microvascular diabetes complications slows the rate of healing.
Professor Kavita
Vedhara from the University of Nottingham says, "My colleagues and I
believe that this confrontational approach may, inadvertently, be unhelpful in
this context because these ulcers take a long time to heal. As a result,
individuals with confrontational coping may experience distress and frustration
because their attempts to take control do not result in rapid
improvements." Depression was also linked to poor wound healing of
diabetes related foot ulcers. Full
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Source: emaxhealth.com
Clinical
Pharmacology Study Group (CPSG) Announces Open Enrollment for Diabetic
Neuropathy
The
Clinical Pharmacology Study Group (CPSG) is currently participating in several
clinical trials for diabetic peripheral neuropathy in its Worcester, MA
facility.
Diabetic neuropathy is a common complication of diabetes in which nerves are
damaged as a result of high blood sugar levels. Symptoms of diabetic neuropathy
include pain, tingling, or numbness and loss of feeling in the hands, arms,
feet, and legs. Nerve problems can occur in every organ system, including the
digestive tract, heart, and sex organs. About 60 to 70 percent of people with
diabetes have some form of neuropathy. This clinical study is specifically for
diabetic peripheral neuropathy.
Subjects who enroll in a clinical trial are carefully selected from a list of
inclusion and exclusion criteria designed to ensure safety for the subject.
Patients' selected to participate in this study are followed by a team of
experts in diabetic peripheral neuropathy. All study related medications and
care are at no cost to the patient. The study group works closely with the
patient care provider (PCP), or other specialist, to ensure that all the
medical professionals are involved in the treatment of the patient. Full
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Source: PR-USA.net
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SPORTS AND FITNESS
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NPD
Releases Global Sports Estimate Report 2010
Findings
Show First Downturn in 2009
The NPD Group, Inc., a leading market research company,
released the results of its fifth annual study on the global sports market,
Global Sports Estimate 2010. This year's report shows that the worldwide sports
market has declined for the first time since 2005. Accordingly, global sales of
sports equipment, apparel and footwear is valued at 282 billion USD (EUR213
billion) for 2009, which is a 2 percent decline from 2008. Full
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Source: Business Wire
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BECOMING A CERTIFIED PEDORTHIST | |
Join A Growing Service Profession: Pedorthics
Pedorthics is a professional field covering the
design, manufacture, modification and/or fit of footwear. Pedorthics
encompasses shoes, orthoses and foot devices that prevent or alleviate foot
problems caused by disease, overuse, injury or congenital defect. Certified
Pedorthists work with patients and their footwear to conform to a doctor's
footwear prescription as part of the patient's treatment
To become a certified pedorthist, you must take a
pre-determined number of course hours in pedorthics and pass a certifying
examination overseen by either The American Board for Certification in
Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics® or Board for
Certification/Accreditation, Int'l. Both the ABC and BOC are independent
certification bodies that set standards for the profession and offer
certifications that are recognized by the National Commission for Certifying
Agencies.
More information, including
FAQ's
The
American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics
information on the step-by-step process of becoming a pedorthist
Board of
Certification/Accreditation International
For information on the Canadian certifying
organization: The Pedorthic Association of Canada
ONGOING COURSES AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR
BECOMING A CERTIFIED PEDORTHIST
The Robert M. Palmer M.D., Institute Of
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or visit http://eneslow.com/epi
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Please visit www.pro-learn.com
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COURSES
AUGUST, 2010
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF PEDORTHICS SUMMER COURSES
MEQUON WI
AUGUST 23rd-27th
PRE CERTIFICATION CLASS
For more information, contact 702 449 0974 or email
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SEPTEMBER, 2010
The Robert M. Palmer M.D.,
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OCTOBER, 2010
The Robert M. Palmer
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- Elwood, Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful completion
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Tuition includes Dormitory Housing and
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NOVEMBER, 2010
1 Day Review for
Pre-Certfication Exam November 4th, 2010
In order to better prepare candidates for the
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operating procedures, materials and test taking techniques. To sign up for our
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2300 x211 or sarah@eneslow.com.
1 Day Review for
November 4th, 2010 Pre-Certification Exam - $295
November 12, Foot
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Application And Fee Information Contact:
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1-866-338-2597 Ext: 201 Betty@Footsolutions.Com
Dr. William Faddock -
1-866-338-2597 Ext: 209 Bfaddock@Footsolutions.Com
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide
pedorthic pre-certification education for the retail, clinical or biomechanical
knowledge seeking pedorthist. Course dates for Levels 1-3 in a variety of
locations in the United States, Hong Kong, Mainland China and Korea are
available. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: November 13-22,
2010 - Elwood, Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful
completion of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please visit our
website at www.rmpi.org or contact
pam@rmpi.org - Phone: 765-557-7216.
Tuition includes Dormitory Housing and Transportation
to and from the Indianapolis International Airport and the RMPI school. Note:
limited availability and by confirmed reservation only. Private Apartment
Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within walking
distance from the RMPI.
DECEMBER, 2010
The Robert M. Palmer M.D.,
Institute of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide
pedorthic pre-certification education for the retail, clinical or biomechanical
knowledge seeking pedorthist. Course dates for Levels 1-3 in a variety of
locations in the United States, Hong Kong, Mainland China and Korea are
available. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: December 4-13,
2010 - Elwood, Indiana - Holiday Scholarship Available - Please visit our
website or contact pam@rmpi.org - Phone:
765-557-7216.
Tuition includes Dormitory Housing and
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school. Note: limited availability and by confirmed reservation only. Private Apartment
Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within walking
distance from the RMPI.
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INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF PEDORTHICS SUMMER COURSE SCHEDULE
VANCOUVER WA
JULY 31st CTSF
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ONGOING THERAPEUTIC SHOE FITTER COURSES
CFS Allied Health Education is pleased to announce their new ABC Approved Therapeutic Shoe
Educational Course. An ABC certified fitter of Therapeutic shoes is an
individual trained and qualified in the provision of non-custom therapeutic
shoes and non-custom diabetic multi-density inserts. This two-day course
fulfills the educational requirements needed to apply for the ABC Certified
Fitter of Therapeutic Shoes credential. To learn more, please visit CFS Allied
Health Education's website at http://www.learnpedorthics.com/
for course dates or call (918) 266-3678.
CFS Allied Health Education is pleased to announce its new BOC approved Orthotic Fitter Distance
Learning Program. This program incorporates advanced Web-based instruction
coupled with a three day live hands-on Learning Activity covering head-to-toe
prefab orthotic fitting, fracture bracing, basic shoe fitting and basic
mastectomy fitting. Additional modules are available at no extra charge for BOC
Orthotist exam review. Tuition is $495. See www.certifiedorthoticfitter.com
for schedule or call (918) 266-3678 to enroll. Fellow Pedorthists: Do not miss
this opportunity to increase your scope of practice and income in these
challenging times!!!
- Rick E. Sevier BS Ed. BOCO C. Ped. - CFS Allied
Health Education
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UPCOMING COURSES FOR CERTIFIED PEDORTHIST & ALLIED PROFESSIONALS | |
Submit course listings to: editor@pedorthicnewswire.com
2010
COURSES AND EVENTS
MONTHLY AND ONGOING
Riecken's Orthotic Labs - 800-331-8040; SAFIO Class, Second Friday of every month, at 5115 Oak
Grove Rd., Evansville, IN. Four casting stands provided, limited to 8 students.
Contact Darlene at the above number for more information.
Traveling Courses To Your Area sponsored by The Robert M. Palmer, M.D., Institute of Biomechanics,
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The Robert M. Palmer, M.D., Institute of
Biomechanics, Inc. a not-for-profit pedorthic school: Advanced Manufacturing - 50 Hour Course
- Approved for 49.5 CME's for Pedorthists by the ABC. This course is designed
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manufacturing educational needs, please email pam@rmpi.org or phone 765-557-7216.
Tuition cost: $2K - includes housing and transportation to and from the airport
and school.
The National Shoe Retailers Association is pleased to bring training and CEs directly to you, without the
additional cost of travel, food, lodging, registration fees or lost work time.
Our affordable WISER Sales Training DVD makes in-house training easy and there's
now an online exam for Continuing Education credits from ABC and BOC.
WISER Sales Training provides quality training for new sales associates and re-motivates
experienced sales staff. The DVD format makes it easy for employees to train at
times convenient for them, and for employers to offer quality training without
hiring outside trainers or taking the most experienced staff off the sales
floor. ABC's Category 1 CEUs for WISER Sales Training total 21.75
credits (2.5 scientific, 19.25 business), good through year 2010. BOC's credit
total is 20.34 (6.42 CPE Category 1, 13.92 Category 2).
Pricing for the program is as follows:
DVD, workbook and guide for trainers Members: $295
(Non-Members $395)
Additional Handbooks: $10 each
Online Test Members: $100 (Non-Members: $200)
For more information or to order, click http://www.nsra.org/wiser_intro.php?ad=pn
or call or email Veanne Lupia at 1-800-673-8446, ext.
7006, veannel@nsra.org.
Aetrex Worldwide Pedorthic Results Seminars
Attendees
will learn the importance of a thorough evaluation using traditional and
computerized methods. The differences of various foot types and their
individual requirements in choosing the proper footwear, foot orthoses and
external shoe modifications will be discussed. A hands-on workshop is
also included. ABC - 7.5
Scientific Credits; BOC - 7.75 CPE Category 1
For
information on Aetrex Worldwide Pedorthic Results Seminars, please contact the
Aetrex Marketing Department at: marketing@aetrex.com.
2010
Pedorthic Results Seminars Calendar:
August
18 Atlanta,
GA
26 Las
Vegas, NV
September
14 Minneapolis,
MN
October
4 Seattle,
WA
6 Oakland,
CA
11 Los
Angeles, CA
19 Teaneck,
NJ
26 McCallen,
TX
28 Baton
Rouge, LA
November
9 Indianapolis,
IN
December
7 Orlando,
FL
AUGUST, 2010
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF PEDORTHICS SUMMER SCHOOL SCHEDULE
HUGO MN
AUGUST 30th- SEPT 4th
CEU CLASSES
For more information contact 702 449 0974 or email kathymeanwell@yahoo.com.
SEPTEMBER, 2010
The Midwest Chapter of The American Academy of
Orthotists & Prosthetists is holding its annual meeting in the Grand Geneva Resort, WI in September. The scientific
meeting will be held Sept. 17 & 18.The chapter
has created a Pedorthic specific educational component, with 4 hours of CEU
education. For more information please log on to www.mwcaaop.org.
NOVEMBER, 2010
2010
North American Pedorthic Congress - Pedorthics and the Global Footprint - jointly produced
by PFA and the Pedorthic Association of Canada. November 18 - 21,
2010, Hilton Walt Disney World Resort, Orlando, FL. For more information,
visit http://www.pedorthiccongress.org
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CLASSIFIEDS
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Seeking to Hire: Since
our company's founding in 1923, Yale Surgical Company has been dedicated to
meeting the Orthotic, Prosthetic and Pedorthic needs of Connecticut. We
are beginning a new family generation of practitioners and are eager to
meet the continuing need in our area. We currently have multiple opportunities
for C. Ped., CO, CP, CPO and Orthotic/Prosthetic Techs in our New Haven office.
We would love to speak with you to discuss your goals and future plans. Please
feel free to look at our website, http://www.yalesurgical.com/ and email
your resume to info@yalesurgical.com
at your earliest convenience. Comp. salary, 401k etc. - Edward N. Kaufman Ongoing
Inventory For Sale: We have closed our retail
comfort shoe store and have a large amount of comfort shoes to
sell. SAS, Brooks, Drew, Durea, P. W. Minor for less than
cost. Contact me: Lee A. Hunter 417 496-0808 for a list of
the inventory. 7/28
Seeking Employment: Certified
Pedorthist with varied pedorthic background seeking position in Colorado.
Prefer footwear/orthotics/sports environment or clinical setting that has its
own billing staff and insurance gurus. Contact: certpedorthist@yahoo.com
7/21
Inventory for Sale: Diabetic Shoes Available. Brand name Propet, various sizes and styles
available. Over 200 brand new pairs in
stock. View the shoes on our website: www.plannedeldercare.com. Call
847-495-7005 or email gwinner@plannedeldercare.com.
6/30
Seeking
to Hire: Safes Reps Wanted in NY Metro, Chicago and Southern
CA. SafeStep is looking for a few independent, motivated, personable
individuals to help DPMs streamline utilization of the Medicare Therapeutic
Shoe Program. Work from home. No cold calling. 25% local travel.
Use your expertise to help others fit shoes, ensure
Medicare compliance and bill properly.
SafeStep features shoes from Aetrex, OrthoFeet, New Balance, Brooks,
Hush Puppies, Pedors and more. AFOs from
Ossur, Aircast, Donjoy, Swede-O, Bauerfeind.
SafeStep is the exclusive podiatric distributor of the Arizona AFO. SafeStep uniquely offers free electronic
billing to Medicare and other carriers.
Join the best company in terms of product assortment, Medicare
compliance and electronic billing. Send your resume to joshwhite@safestep.net. 6/2
Seeking to Hire: Foot Solutions, Sugarland and Houston, TX, a
Franchise Retail Company, has more than 240 locations worldwide. We are the
world's largest and #1 ranked health and wellness franchise, focusing on foot
care and proper fit. Foot Solutions™ focuses on providing a full line of
quality shoes, arch supports and footcare accessories for all customer
lifestyles. We are seeking a C.Ped, Pedorthist or a person with shoe fitting
experience to help grow our business. This position preferences salesmenship,
computer and typing skills but will consider others. Please email resume to:
lebel_co@birch.net 5/19
Seeking
to Hire for Certified Pedorthic Shoe Technician/Sales Position: Comfort
Shoe Specialists in St. Louis is seeking a member to join our
team. This job requires attention to detail, compassion for helping
others, and drive. Our perfect member would have excellent skills in
shoe repair and sales. This person has an interest in ultimately becoming a
Pedorthist or is already a Pedorthist. Many people can simply "sell;" we
want someone that is going to truly embrace our company as their own.Comfort
Shoe Specialists is open Monday through Saturday. Saturday is a required
workday. If you have what it takes to practice excellence in the
field of Pedorthics, we'd love to hear from you. To be considered for
this position please send your cover letter and resume' to Jesse@ComfortShoe.com. PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS. 5/19
Classifieds will run for 90 days unless we are
informed that the position has been filled. Thank you!
To place a classified ad, please email
editor@pedorthicnewswire.com
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Editor: Faye Rapoport
DesPres, M.S., M.F.A.
Design/Layout: Aetrex
Marketing Department
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ADVISORY BOARD
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Robert Schwartz, C. Ped. |
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John Mishasek, BOC Pedorthist, C. Ped. |
| Erick Janisse, C. Ped. |
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Jerome S. Klein, C.O., C. Ped. |
| Edith James, C. Ped. |
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Rick E. Sevier BS Ed. C. Ped. BOC Ped. |
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