|
September 15, 2010, Issue #382
|
|
|
DISCUSSION |
Send your comments, questions, responses, articles or case studies to Pedorthic Newswire at editor@pedorthicnewswire.com. Your emails will be reviewed by pedorthists and the editors of Pedorthic Newswire, and selected submissions will be posted in an upcoming issue for feedback from other readers. Please note: the deadline for all submissions and responses is 12 noon Eastern Standard Time on Tuesday for that week's issue.
Question: I
fitted and dispensed a pair of diabetic shoes in December of 2009. In September
of 2010 the patient came back irrate, stating he could not wear the shoes. He
had not notified us of any problems with the shoes prior to this.......and 9
months had passed. He returned the shoes (not in the original packing) and one
set of inserts (instead of 3) and it was obvious they had not been worn. I
was out of the office at the time, but was told no reasons were given as to why
he could not wear them. He was argumentative, defensive, and rude to the staff.
What are our obligations as a DMEPOS supplier to rectify his 2009 diabetic shoe
through Medicare's Therapeutic Shoe Bill?
- Peg Mitchel, C. Ped.
Comment: I received a mailer today from the PFA regarding
board nominees and voting for the 'Class of 2012 PFA Board of Directors', and
it reminded me of a recent response submitted by Shane Hayes, C.Ped, in the
August 18, 2010 PNW Issue #378, and its relativity to the upcoming PFA
elections.
Faith Ballard, C.Ped, 2010 Nomination Committee
Chair writes in the PFA letter on behalf of the Nomination Committee; " Every
attempt has been made to provide a balance of representations by selecting
pedorthic professionals who represent a variety of pedorthic affiliations,
differing geographic locations, cross credentials and strong depths of
experience in the various activities of PFA. I am grateful to the entire PFA
Nomination Committee for their conscientious work."
Of the 5 nominees listed for consideration, 4
have had extensive involvement with the PFA in some capacity or another, or are
current board members. How far does the nominating committee look for its
nominees, across the table? As far as differing geographic locations, there are
States and qualified PFA practitioners west of the Mississippi! Why does a
nominee need 'strong depths of experience in the various activities of PFA'?
What's wrong with youthful exuberance and fresh ideas?
Mr. Hayes recent critique of John Mishasek,
C.Ped's, 'puerile' comments included the following statement; "I would
propose that those C. Peds with limited skills set a new goal to get seriously
involved in pedorthics, expand their skill/educational base, and maybe even run
for the board to actually make a difference; verses standing in the corner
talking loud." I agree with Mr. Hayes on this point. However, it seems the PFA
has different criteria (see above), preferring to select from members of its
inner circle that have consistently supported the same PFA mantra. Would those that
talk loud and are willing to volunteer ever be considered?
I applaud those who volunteer for leadership
positions within our allied organizations; ABC, BOC, PFA, CAPE, COPE, etc., and
AM IN NO WAY QUESTIONING THE CREDENTIALS, NOR THE WELL INTENDED COMMITMENT,
OF THE PEOPLE NOMINATED OR THOSE CURRENTLY IN OFFICE.
In my opinion, the PFA could look a little
further for new volunteers, fresh ideas, and a larger selection of nominees, in
an effort to ameliorate our PFA, the member's organization, during these
difficult economic times.
- Gordon Rabing, C. Ped.
PREVIOUS
QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS WITH RESPONSES
Question: There is an
interesting discussion taking place on Podiatry Arena about the effects and
advantages of Barefoot Running. Yet another new footwear explosion. Has anyone
had an experience with them? Since we (Pedorthists) are the foremost experts in
shoes and feet, what are your thoughts?
-
Althea Powell, C. Ped.
Response: The barefoot running movement is here to stay. In addition, many shoe companies
are changing their footwear lineup to offer shoes that are minimalist in design
and structure. The majority of runners I have had contact with do not run
barefoot. They are a small element of the running population. Some may try it
only to discover their feet need some degree of protection. Anyone wanting to
run barefoot or in minimalist footwear needs to start very slowly, as little as
five minutes to start - on soft surfaces such as grass or dirt. The different
footstrike, on the forefoot, requires a changed stride. Barefoot and minimalist
runners typically run with a shorter stride with a quicker cadence, landing on
the midfoot or forefoot, with a slight forward lean so the center of gravity is
over where the forefoot strikes. The body should be relaxed rather then tight
or tense.
There are now four categories of what runners put
on their feet: nothing (barefoot), Vibram Five Fingers, minimalist shoes, and
the "normal" shoes offered by most footwear companies. I have talked to many
runners who have made the switch to Vibram FiveFingers and can now run without
the pain and afflictions that have bothered them for years. The FiveFingers
followers love the unique shoes. Many are switching to a minimalist shoe that
provides protection and a small degree of support. The Newton Running shoes are
a great example of an innovative shoe made for a forefoot strike.
Because of the changes in stride and footstrike,
running barefoot or in minimalist shoes can lead to injuries. Tendons and
ligaments need to be strengthened. Bones need to adapt to the new demands
placed on them. Flexibility needs to be developed. None of this happens
overnight - but many runners ignore the advice to start slowly. They need to
ease their way into it. Muscle tears, tendinitis, strained tendons, and stress
fractures could result. Common injuries are to the calf muscles and Achillies
tendon.
I am not a pedorthist, but am the author of
Fixing Your Feet: Prevention and treatments of Athletes (4th
edition, 2006, Wilderness Press). The 5th edition will be released
late 2010 or early 2011.
- John Vonhof, EMT-P, Alameda County EMS
Response: I have had a lot of
conversations with people surrounding barefoot running here in Colorado. I've been confused by this concept being endorsed by so many
professionals. It seems like a move in the wrong direction, unless
"barefoot running" is clearly defined as such: Running/walking
on SOFT/Natural surfaces such as grass, dirt, sand, and the like. Anyone
who knows the natural gait cycle of a human being can't possibly come to the
conclusion that running barefoot on asphalt is going to be beneficial. I
hope that this new trend doesn't bring a whole group of people in to the
doctor's offices, because that would be a pity. You can't reinvent the wheel,
and you can't reinvent the gait cycle either. It is what it
is. Use your head when you see some new concept come around. Chances are it's either a gimmick, or it has a few conditions that come along
with its use.
- Beth Jensen, C. Ped., Denver, CO
Comment: I just wanted to take a minute and wish all of my former students good
fortune in the coming year. I will not be seeing you in Orlando this year as
the PFA has disbanded the Pedorthic Educators Committee and discontinued a very
long tradition of providing the educators a community table at the event. I
understand that traditional educators no longer hold as much importance to them
as they move forward with lobbying efforts towards a two-year degree program,
on your behalf. You might even get a chance to vote on a bylaw change to
officially do away with the Committee (and the educators' input to the Board),
then, maybe not. If you have an opinion on this matter, you may want to let the
PFA leadership know before the symposium. Their number is (800) 673-8447. Ask
for Brian. If not, please enjoy the flight, taxi ride, hotel and symposium. It
looks to be just about as good as it was last year.
- Rick E. Sevier BOCO C. Ped.
Previous Response: All pedorthic pre-certification organizations were present at April's
educator stakeholders meeting to discuss the future of pre-cert education. At
that meeting, all of the stakeholders reached a majority and agreed
that pedorthic pre-certification education needed to be taken to the next level
in order for future pedorthists to compete on a level playing field with the
rest of O & P. The traditional educators will play a key role in
delivering the future AA degree in pedorthics that is envisioned. Pedorthists deserve the same opportunities as the rest of the O & P
community to practice to the fullest extent of their scope of practice;
be less burdened with government regulations; provide their
patients/clients with the highest level and widest range of pedorthic services;
enhance the respect and awareness of the pedorthic community of
practitioners amongst other allied healthcare professionals, state and federal
government decision makers, the credentialing organizations and the general
public.
This year's 2010 North American Pedorthic
Congress, jointly produced by PFA and the Pedorthic Association of
Canada, will be the largest pedorthic educational event in history. The lineup of general and breakout session speakers is extraordinary, as are
the networking opportunities, social events and location. This is
reflected in the tremendous international response to exhibit and
sponsorship opportunities and attendee registration.
Finally to correct Mr. Sevier's comments about
voting on bylaws changes, the PFA Board of Directors voted in April to
disband its Pedorthic Educators Committee because it was not fulfilling the
needs of the membership or the organization as the rest of PFA's standing
committee structure does. All of the educators were notified of this
move shortly after the board vote. Furthermore, the decision to put this
before a board vote was done after a majority of the educators
themselves expressed that the committee was not working as originally
envisioned, and overall participation on the committee was poor. This
in no way reflects a lessening of the relationship between PFA and the
pedorthic educator community.
- Brian K. Lagana, Executive Director, Pedorthic
Footwear Association
New Response: As the PFA BOD liaison for the pedorthic educators committee, I feel it
is my responsibility to reply to Brian Lagana's posting in Pedorthic Newswire.
A few individuals who have a desire to change the education requirements for
pedorthists created a forum to accomplish their mission. This is nothing close
to achieving a majority vote of issues that affect all pedorthists. The agenda
of the meeting was specifically to increase the education requirements. So the
vote was pre-determined. The majority of educators did not agree with the
determination of the "majority." It is the belief of most pedorthic educators
that the current education and training formula is not broken and should not be
discontinued. There is no indication that increasing the education requirements
will level the playing field with the rest of O&P. The educators do not
believe there is sufficient audience to justify a future AA degree in
pedorthics. Most of us believe that practicing pedorthists are the highest
potential candidates for an advanced course, not entry-level aspiring
candidates. We are not against the idea of an advanced course. We believe there
will not be enough candidates to take the AA degree program.
As far as PFA dissolving the pedorthic educators
committee, this was decided by a few who do not believe that pedorthic
educators should sit at the education table with PFA's COPE committee. We spent
many years requesting a voice in the delivery of PFA sponsored education. When
we formed our own "Alliance of Pedorthic Educators" (http://www.pedorthicalliance.org/)
PFA came to us and asked us to disband and become a PFA committee. The decision
to dissolve our committee was done without sitting at the table with the
pedorthic educators. There was no discussion with the pedorthic educators about
how the Pedorthic Educators Committee should be
fulfilling the needs of the membership or the organization. The conclusions and
action taken by PFA was arbitrary, in my opinion.
We applaud the work of PFA and look forward to
participating in the 2010 North American Pedorthic Congress. We cannot sit
by while a few PFA individuals use their authority to exclude the group that is
responsible for training all of the pedorthists practicing today.
- Robert S. Schwartz, C. Ped., Eneslow Pedorthic Enterprises, Inc.
New Response: Well I wish you the best,
Rick, you are a great teacher and I know that the board is making a mistake,
and I will call to try to make a difference. I hate that people always
want to fix something that is not broken. That is like fixing a tire that is not flat, it is just stupid or you're
just sitting around being a bored C. Ped. Also, how many schools are we going
to put out of business with this new 2-yr degree plan, and who is going to
offer this at the university level?
- Rodney Johnson C. Ped.
PREVIOUS QUESTIONS WITHOUT RESPONSES
Question: Does anyone out there have a preprinted form that
can be presented to the certifying doctor to fill out, that satisfies the
"valid written order" requirement? One would think that the
certifying statement form the physician has to also sign would be
enough. Why doesn't Medicare come up with a standardized form that
would incorporate all these requirements they are now enforcing?
- nikesrs@aol.com, C. Ped., L.ped
Question: Does anyone know the lifespan of Clyde
Edwards, founder of pedorthic education - Ball State University?
- Pamela Haig, C. Ped.
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
ANNOUNCEMENTS
New Balance North Jersey is proud to announce the
hiring of Herb Steb, past President of the Pedorthic Footwear Association. Herb will be working 3 - 4 days at the store in Hasbrouck
Heights, New Jersey. Herb Steb founded the Walk-Well Professional Shoe
Fitters and owned and operated the Walk-Well shoe chain for many years. His vast amount of pedorthic experience will certainly add to the already
expert staff at the New Balance store, which features Olympic Gold Medal winner
Peter Rono. New Balance North Jersey has been the number one New Balance
franchise for sales in the country for the past 5 years.
Source: Larry Gershberg, store owner
|
SPONSOR NEWS |
|
HEALTH AND INDUSTRY 
| Retailers Planning to Hire About Same or More Holiday Workers
Retail holiday hiring appears headed
up this year. A survey of major retailers from the Hay Group finds 83 percent
of respondents plan to hire more or about the same number of seasonal workers
this year, up from 60 percent who said that last year.
The percent of retailers who said
they plan to reduce hiring fell to 17 percent from 40 percent last year.
Retailers expect a competitive
field. Forty-three percent expect to see more applicants this year than they
did in 2009. Full Text
Source:
Chicago Sun-Times
Timberland
Brings Environmental Heroism to Life With New Nature Needs Heroes™ Marketing
Campaign
The Timberland Company has announced
its biggest and most environmentally-focused marketing campaign yet -- Nature
Needs Heroes™. Launching globally over the next several weeks, the campaign
showcases Timberland's Earthkeepers collection. Made with materials like
recycled rubber and recycled PET (one and a half plastic bottles are used in
each pair of Earthkeepers boots), Earthkeepers product is one of the company's
leading and fastest growing product collections. The Nature Needs Heroes
campaign also seeks to inspire consumers to consider what actions they might
take to be "heroes" for the outdoors themselves. Full
Text
Source:
MarketWatch
Hope
Parkinson Center to Host "Art of Moving" Event with Orthotic
Specialist Foot Solutions
The Hope Parkinson Center of Fort
Myers, a division of Hope Hospice, will be hosting a Lunch & Learn event on
September 17th, educating those in Southwest Florida living with Parkinson 's
disease and their care partners. Event is entitled "Art of Moving," and will
include presentations by Physical Therapist, Jeanny Csuy and Certified
Pedorthist Chris Cole. Csuy will be presenting on topics including the
importance of movement and exercise for Parkinson's patients, how to react in
the instance of a "freezing" episode, and the importance of proper support and
footwear. Full
Text
Source:
PR-USA.net
Germantown Man Pleads Guilty to Medicare Fraud
By Lawrence Buser
Federal authorities didn't think the way a Germantown man
ran his diabetics shoe-insert business was a good fit for Medicare. Michael E.
Cohen acknowledged as much this week and pleaded guilty to government
allegations that since 2006 he improperly collected Medicare and Medicaid
payments totaling nearly $650,000.
Cohen, 61, ran a company in Cordova called NewGen Advance
Orthotics Laboratory that sold the special inserts to diabetics in Tennessee,
Texas and Florida, but used unlicensed private citizens to fit and measure the
shoes. Full
Text
Source: The
Commercial Appeal
|
AETREX iSTEP WEBINARS
| |
DIABETES
|
Neuropathy Treatment Group
Breakthrough for Diabetic Foot Pain and Neuropathy Using High Doses of Vitamins
B1 (Benfotiamine), B12 (Methylcobalamin), and Alpha Lipoic Acid
For people suffering from neuropathy or
diabetic foot pain, clinical studies have shown that ultra high doses of
vitaimins B1 in the form of Benfotiamine and vitamin B12 in the form of
Methylcobalamin and Alpha Lipoic Acid relieve symptoms.
Over 20 million Americans suffer from neuropathy in various forms. There is
virtually no cure for neuropathy and most doctors will agree that there is very
little they can do except prescribe pain medications and anti-depressants to
treat symptoms. Full Text
Source:PR.com
FDA
Issues Label Change for Tigecycline (Tygacil)
Drug tied to higher risk of death compared to other
antibiotics used for serious infections
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has updated the
Warnings and Precautions and Adverse Reactions sections of the drug label for
tigecycline (Tygacil), as the antibiotic has been associated with an increased
risk of mortality compared to other antibiotics used to treat serious
infections. The FDA issued the label changes based on a pooled analysis of 13
clinical trials with patients administered tigecycline for both approved and
unapproved indications. While the cause of the excess deaths in these trials is
uncertain, it is likely that most deaths were associated with infection
progression, according to the FDA.
Tigecycline is FDA approved for the treatment of complicated
skin and skin structure infections, complicated intra-abdominal infections, and
community-acquired pneumonia but is not FDA approved for the treatment of
hospital-acquired pneumonia or diabetic foot infection. Full
Text
Source: ModernMedicine.com
|
SPORTS AND FITNESS
|
Squat in the Right Shoes
By Phil Wagner, M.D.
Footwear seems to be a hot topic these days, whether it is
the proponents of barefoot training, five finger shoes, or newer designs that
promote better muscle activation and caloric expenditure. Unfortunately, all of
these trends focus more on running while exiling the power sports -- such as
baseball, football and volleyball -- which should avoid any cardiovascular
activities for fear of negatively affecting their performance (see Sparta Point
12/31/08). Unless used for walking to the refrigerator, power athletes should
not even own running shoes because of the high, rubber heel which poses several
problems in their training.
At Sparta, during squats and Olympic lifts, our athletes
wear entirely different footwear, commonly known as weightlifting shoes.
Weightlifting shoes have a much less compressible sole, significantly harder
than the running shoes mentioned above. This harder sole allows you to
efficiently transfer greater force into the floor, the most important
determinant in athletic movement (see Sparta Point 1/27/10). Softer shoes will
dampen this transfer of force into the ground and cause a loss of energy that
was created in your torso and legs. Most weightlifting shoes have either dense
rubber or wood, as the wood may even provide an added benefit of forming to
your stance over time. Full Text
Source: Mercury News
|
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
Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide pedorthic 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. Click here to
view a detailed calendar including dates and locations, information and
pricing.
CFS Allied Health Education: Pedorthic Certification: Exam Review. This review is focused on
supplying the student with the skills and knowledge needed to pass the ABC
Certified Pedorthic exam by presenting exam-like questions, exploring possible
answers, and discussing rationales for correct and incorrect answers. Contact
CFS Allied Health Education at (918) 266-3678 or visit http://www.learnpedorthics.com/for more information.
*ABC and The American Board for Certification in
Orthotics and Prosthetics are registered trademarks of the The American Board
for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics, Inc., which is not affiliated
with CFS Allied Health Education and does not endorse this review.
ENESLOW PEDORTHIC INSTITUTE 1-on-1 or Group Tutoring
Available; Eneslow Training & Tutoring Program, Individual and Small Group
Program
WHO SHOULD COME:
Those who wish to prepare for the Certified Fitter
of Therapeutic Shoes or the
Pedorthic Pre-Certification Course and Exam, also
those who wish to improve their pedorthic, sales, retailing, biomechanics and
business skills or those who need a refresher course;
SUBJECTS: PEDORTHICS - SALES -RETAIL MANAGEMENT
Pedorthic Assessment - Pedorthic Shoe Fitting -
Pedorthic Solutions Footwear - Foot Orthotics
Foot Products - Ready-made - Custom Shoe
Constructions and Designs
Shoe Modifications - Casting and Evaluation
Techniques for Custom Shoes & Orthotics - Business and Practice Management
Finance & Administration
Forecasting & Budgeting - Buying & Inventory
Control Marketing & Advertising Professional Responsibility - Safety -
Human Resources Biomechanics Pediatrics
Pathology of Diseases and Malalignments
HANDS-ON 1-ON-1 INSTRUCTION
$150/ hour for individual training
GROUP TRAINING
$125/hour per person for two or more participants
in the same program at the same time
$100/hour per person for five or more participants
in the same program at the same time
Fee: Two hour minimum
HANDS-ON 1-ON-1 TRAINING WITH ROBERT S. SCHWARTZ,
CPED, OR DR. JUSTIN WERNICK, DPM, CPED
$250/hour for individual training &
$200/hour per person for group training
Added Value: An insider's look into the retail,
pedorthic, sales, store operations, and business management of Eneslow.
ABC and BOC points may be applied for.
ENESLOW PEDORTHIC INSTITUTE, 470 Park Avenue South
at 32nd Street, New York, NY 10016. Call for more info (212) 477-2300 (Ask for
Sarah Goldberg, CPED) (212) 353-2876 Fax
email: epi@eneslow.comor visit http://eneslow.com/epi
Pro-Learn, LLC announces its new CAPE approved
Pedorthic Pre-certification program
Pro-Learn's program is accredited by the Commission
on Accreditation of Pedorthic Education (CAPE) to provide Levels 1, 2 and 3 of
pedorthic pre-certification coursework required by ABC and BOC to become
eligible to apply and sit for board examination. ProLearn utilizes the latest
technology in Distance Learning and Virtual Classrooms. This is the same
Distance Learning Program technology model used by advanced O & P schools
used to deliver their curriculum. This allows maximum flexibility in our
programs that gives the student choices that fit their busy lifestyle, level of
experience and learning style. Programs vary from three-week, live classes to
completing the coursework completely online (Experienced, advanced degree
holding healthcare professionals only). Our staff and faculty is composed of
degree holding healthcare professionals who are Pedorthists, Nurses, O & P,
Professional Pedorthic Educators and Physicians.
Please visit www.pro-learn.comor email cmartin@pro-learn.com for more information to assist you or your staff
in making a decision on the right option for you, your business, your family,
and your lifestyle.
COURSES
SEPTEMBER, 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: September 18-27,
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.
OCTOBER, 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: October 9-18, 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.
NOVEMBER, 2010
1 Day Review for
Pre-Certfication Exam November 4th, 2010
In order to better prepare candidates for the
November ABC Pedorthic Certification exams, The Eneslow Pedorthic Instituteis offering a one-day review class on April 30th, 2009. Topics covered will
include anatomy, biomechanics, shoe anatomy and construction, pathologies,
operating procedures, materials and test taking techniques. To sign up for our
one-day review class or for private tutoring, contact Sarah Goldberg at 212 477
2300 x211 or sarah@eneslow.com.
1 Day Review for
November 4th, 2010 Pre-Certification Exam - $295
November 12, Foot
Solutions 1-day Cram Session. Foot Solutions
is an accredited facility that holds classes three times per year. The
company's course will offer the certificate needed in all three levels to sit
for the C. Ped. Exam. The facility is located at 2359 Windy Hill Road,
Suite 400, Marietta, GA 30067. For
Application And Fee Information Contact:
Tracy Strickland -
1-866-338-2597 Ext: 206 Tstrickland@Footsolutions.Com
Betty Hubauer -
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
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.
2011 COURSES
JANUARY, 2011
Pedorthic
Pre-Certification Training Course January 24th - February 7th, 2011
In cooperation with the ABC and BOC
requirements, the Eneslow Pedorthic Institute (EPI) is offering a
three-level competency training course for aspiring CPEDS. To provide maximum
benefit in a minimum of time, a portion of the level one curriculum will be
administered through a distance learning program that includes required
readings, and testing of all mandatory topics. Upon passing the level one test,
students will attend the remainder of the pedorthic pre-certification course at
the Eneslow Pedorthic Institute. The course includes the required tests for
competency to sit for the ABC or BOC exams.
Upon completing the course and successfully
passing the competency tests, and fulfilling the 1,000 hour "Clinical practice
Requirement" students are eligible to sit for the ABC or BOC exam to earn their
Pedorthic Certification (CPED or BOC Pedorthist). For detailed information on
the ABC requirements please refer to the ABC website at www.abcop.org.
For more information on ABC Clinical Practice
Requirements, please go to www.abcop.org or www.bocusa.org.
SPECIAL NOTE: Aetrex is offering to all attendees of EPI pedorthic
pre-certification course the following offer. Buy 40 pair of new Aetrex
footwear and receive 20 pair free, a $1300 offer. Attendee must be signed and
attending the course to receive special offer.
Pedorthic
Pre-Certification Course January 24th - February 7th, 2011 - $3,995
APRIL, 2011
The
Robert M. Palmer Institute will be offering a Pre-certification in Pedorthics
course in Brea, California on April 2 - 11, 2011. Levels 1 and 3 can be
performed online while Level 2 will be held at Biomechanical Services at
1050 West Central Avenue, Brea, California, 92821-2200. To enroll in this
course please visit the RMPI website at www.rmpi.org or email the RMPI at online@rmpi.org.
Be sure to mention the "Biomechanical Services Scholarship" which
reduces our published tuition from $4K to $3K due to the generosity of
Biomechanical Services who believes in the mission and vision of the RMPI
- education for everyone!
BECOME AN ABC THERAPEUTIC SHOE FITTER
For information on Aetrex Worldwide Therapeutic
Shoe Fitter Courses, please contact the Aetrex Marketing Department at: marketing@aetrex.com.
Aetrex Worldwide Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Courses
September
Aetrex
Therapeutic Shoe Fitter/Live Portion: September 16 (Cincinnati, OH),
$195.
October
Aetrex
Therapeutic Shoe Fitter/Live Portion: October 7 (Mobile, AL), $195.
Aetrex
Therapeutic Shoe Fitter/Live Portion: October 7 (Oakland, CA), $195.
Aetrex
Therapeutic Shoe Fitter/Live Portion: October 9 (Los Angeles, CA),
$195.
November
Aetrex
Therapeutic Shoe Fitter/Live Portion: November 15 (Atlanta, GA) (Medtrade
Atlanta), $195.
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.comfor 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
INTERNSHIPS
Internship Course with The Robert M. Palmer, M.D.,
Institute of Biomechanics: Pedorthic Clinical or Manufacturing Internships
Available. Daily, Weekly or Extended Internship Courses Available. Experience
clinical settings in Orthopaedic, Podiatric, Chiropractic and Physical Therapy
Clinics as well as experience in a BAPFOL approved functional foot orthosis
laboratory. We specialize in diabetic wound care as well as pediatric and adult
biomechanics. Your internship hours can earn you an Associates Degree In
Pedorthic Biomechanics or be used as continuing medical education hours. Please
contact Pam Haig at 765-557-7216 or pam@pedorthicbiomechanics.org.
Comfort Shoe Specialists, state of the art retail
pedorthic facility, offers internships for on the job training requirements in
beautiful St. Louis. Room is available as an option. Call Edith
James, Certified Pedorthist, at 314-822-3300 -- or email Edith@ComfortShoe.com
|
|
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,
Inc. a not-for-profit pedorthic school. Please contact us to discuss your
needs at phone: 765-557-7216. Email: pam@pedorthicbiomechanics.org or visit our Web site at: http://www.pedorthicbiomechanics.org/.
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
to teach BAPFOL standards in manufacturing functional feet orthoses and provide
an introduction to advanced biomechanical posting. Class size is limited
to two students. For more information or to customize a course to meet your
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:
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
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.
Masterfit University, Camelback, PA.
Sept. 30-Oct. 1. The snowsports industry's official fit education centers, has
expanded its focus from alpine ski and snowboard boots to include hiking boots,
trail running shoes as well as Alpine touring and Telemark ski boots. All two-day
Master's Course versions qualify for continuing education credits from The
American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics (14
CEPs) and the Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist Certification (14.08 CPEs).
Information: www.masterfituniversity.com; (914) 944-9038.
OCTOBER, 2010
Masterfit University, Stratton Mtn., VT
Oct. 4-5. Breckenridge, CO Oct.
28-29. The snowsports industry's official fit education centers, has expanded
its focus from alpine ski and snowboard boots to include hiking boots, trail
running shoes as well as Alpine touring and Telemark ski boots. All two-day
Master's Course versions qualify for continuing education credits from The
American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics (14
CEPs) and the Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist Certification (14.08 CPEs).
Information: www.masterfituniversity.com; (914) 944-9038.
NOVEMBER, 2010
Masterfit University, Reno, NV, Nov.
4-5. The snowsports industry's official fit education centers, has expanded its
focus from alpine ski and snowboard boots to include hiking boots, trail
running shoes as well as Alpine touring and Telemark ski boots. All two-day
Master's Course versions qualify for continuing education credits from The
American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics (14
CEPs) and the Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist Certification (14.08 CPEs).
Information: www.masterfituniversity.com; (914) 944-9038.
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
|
CLASSIFIEDS
|
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
Female Certified Pedorthist looking to share hotel
expenses with another female C. Ped. for the 2010 North American Pedorthic
Congress in Orlando this November. Also looking to share cost of getting to/from the airport. Considering
staying at a different hotel other than the Hilton Walt Disney World in order
to cut down on costs. Please email mydancingfeet@hotmail.com 9/1
Seeking To Hire, New Jersey: AmPed Foot Health. Experienced Certified Pedorthist wanted for
shoe/orthotic fitting. Off-the-shelf and custom. We specialize in
clinical/institutional environments throughout mostly Northern and Western
Counties. Presently expanding further south into Central areas. Perfect
position for a caring, personable, self-starting individual. Flexible hours
with good growth potential for the right person. Salary commensurate with
experience. Please forward resume to smandel@ampedfoot.com. 8/25
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.com7/21
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 emailgwinner@plannedeldercare.com.
6/30
Seeking to Hire in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma: Certified Pedorthist
[or Board-eligible]. Ideal candidate will be clinically sound,
patient-focused, and possess great customer service skills. Certified
Fitter preferred. Full time position, comprehensive benefits, 4-day work
week. Come see what our growing company and vibrant community have to
offer. Qualified candidates please contact Les Brown, lbrown@viscent.com
for application. 6/30
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
|
STAFF
|
Editor: Faye Rapoport
DesPres, M.S., M.F.A.
Design/Layout: Aetrex
Marketing Department
|
ADVISORY BOARD
|
Robert Schwartz, C. Ped. |
|
John Mishasek, BOC Pedorthist, C. Ped. |
| Erick Janisse, C. Ped. |
|
Jerome S. Klein, C.O., C. Ped. |
| Edith James, C. Ped. |
|
Rick E. Sevier BS Ed. C. Ped. BOC Ped. |
|
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
| |
Our goal
at Pedorthic Newswire is to generate an active online exchange of ideas among
those interested in pedorthics. Please send articles, questions, responses and
courses listings to editor@pedorthicnewswire.com.
E-mail
addresses used to send out the Pedorthic Newswire are obtained when individuals
subscribe directly to the editor, or sign up on the professional pages of
Foot.com. For information about your email address subscription, contact editor@pedorthicnewswire.com.
You can also contact the Pedorthic Newswire at 800-526-2739, or at the
following mailing address: Foot.com, 414 Alfred Avenue, Teaneck, NJ 07666.
TO
SUBSCRIBE: Send a subscription request to editor@pedorthicnewswire.com
with your name and email address. We will not sell or share your email address.
Note: if you are already receiving this newsletter directly, you do not have to
subscribe.
TO
UNSUBSCRIBE: Send a message with UNSUBSCRIBE, PEDORTHIC NEWSWIRE in the subject
line to: editor@pedorthicnewswire.com.
DISCLAIMER
General
Disclaimer. Acceptance and publication by this newsletter of questions,
comments, news stories, or case studies does not imply endorsement or approval
by Aetrex Worldwide, Inc. or Foot.com of the company, product, content, or
ideas expressed in this newsletter, which are the sole responsibility of the
respective authors. Neither Aetrex Worldwide, Inc. nor Foot.com, nor any of its
subsidiaries or affiliate entities, agents, employees, or subcontractors shall
be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, consequential,
punitive, or exemplary damages, including lost profits (even if we are advised
of the possibility) arising in any way from the information contained in this
newsletter.
Disclaimer
of Endorsement. Reference to any products, services, hypertext link to the
third parties, or other information by trade name, trademark, supplier, or
otherwise does not constitute or imply its endorsement, sponsorship, or
recommendation by Aetrex Worldwide, Inc. or Foot.com, or its employees.
No
Individual Treatment Information. All information published by Aetrex
Worldwide, Inc. or Foot.com is provided solely for general information and
shall not be construed as an attempt to practice medicine or provide specific
medical advice and should not be used to make a diagnosis or to replace or
overrule a qualified health care provider's judgment. We strongly encourage
users to consult with a qualified health care professional for answers to
personal health questions.
No Legal Advice. The
content of this site is provided solely for general information purposes and is
not intended as, and does not constitute, legal advice. The information
contained herein should not be relied upon or used as a substitute for
consultation with legal, accounting, tax, career and/or other professional
advisors.
Notes should be original and may not be submitted
to other publications without our express written permission and are limited to
300 words.
Pedorthic Newswire is a free service of Foot.com.COPYRIGHT 2003-2009 - No part of Pedorthic Newswire can be reproduced
without the express written permission of Foot.com.
|
|
|
|
|
|
