Volume 33 - Number 5 - May 2020
Online Exclusive
05/26/2020
By Aron Block, DPM, Lillian Youkhana, DPM, Tomasz Budz, DPM and Stephanie Wu, DPM, MSc, FACFAS
By Aron Block, DPM, Lillian Youkhana,...
Pigmented villonodular synovitis (PVNS) is one type of mass that poses a challenge to podiatric surgeons due to its unique nature and high rates of recurrence. Accordingly, these authors discuss surgical excision and adjunct radiation therapy...
Pigmented villonodular synovitis (PVNS) is one type of mass that poses a challenge to podiatric surgeons due to its unique nature and high rates of recurrence. Accordingly, these authors discuss surgical excision and adjunct radiation therapy...
Pigmented villonodular synovitis...
05/26/2020
Podiatry Today
Online Exclusive
05/20/2020
By Rona W. Law, DPM, Dominick Casciato, DPM and Christopher F. Hyer, DPM, MS, FACFAS
By Rona W. Law, DPM, Dominick Casciat...
The coronavirus outbreak has forced podiatric residency programs to examine their curricula and determine how best to adapt under these unprecedented circumstances. With this in mind, authors from one residency program share their...
The coronavirus outbreak has forced podiatric residency programs to examine their curricula and determine how best to adapt under these unprecedented circumstances. With this in mind, authors from one residency program share their...
The coronavirus outbreak has...
05/20/2020
Podiatry Today
Feature
05/18/2020
By Bruce Williams, DPM and Jeff Root
By Bruce Williams, DPM and Jeff Root
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Yes. Dispelling myths about the differences between casting and scanning, this author also notes that scanning is a cost-effective and time-saving alternative that should inspire providers to rethink their old algor
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Yes. Dispelling myths about the differences between casting and scanning, this author also notes that scanning is a cost-effective and time-saving alternative that should inspire providers to rethink their old algor
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Yes. Dispelling myths...
05/18/2020
Podiatry Today
Feature
05/15/2020
By Anson K. Chu, DPM, AACFAS and Stephen A. Brigido, DPM, FACFAS
By Anson K. Chu, DPM, AACFAS and Step...
As total ankle replacements (TARs) become more prevalent, it is essential for surgeons to be able to properly assess and address complications. Impingement of the bone or soft tissues can be a significant cause of pain after TAR. With this in...
As total ankle replacements (TARs) become more prevalent, it is essential for surgeons to be able to properly assess and address complications. Impingement of the bone or soft tissues can be a significant cause of pain after TAR. With this in...
As total ankle replacements...
05/15/2020
Podiatry Today
Feature
05/13/2020
By Jason Lucas, DPM and Laura Shin, DPM, PhD
By Jason Lucas, DPM and Laura Shin, D...
Complex diabetic foot ulcers often require multiple treatment interventions to achieve healing. Accordingly, these authors discuss key indications, perioperative considerations and technique pearls for split-thickness skin grafts.
Complex diabetic foot ulcers often require multiple treatment interventions to achieve healing. Accordingly, these authors discuss key indications, perioperative considerations and technique pearls for split-thickness skin grafts.
Complex diabetic foot ulcers...
05/13/2020
Podiatry Today
Feature
05/05/2020
By Gina Painter, DPM, FACFAS, FACPM, FFRCPS, Glasg.
By Gina Painter, DPM, FACFAS, FACPM, ...
In the midst of the ongoing opioid crisis, this author emphasizes obtaining thorough patient and medication histories, strategies for minimizing opioid use, and maximizing the benefits of non-opioid alternatives.
In the midst of the ongoing opioid crisis, this author emphasizes obtaining thorough patient and medication histories, strategies for minimizing opioid use, and maximizing the benefits of non-opioid alternatives.
In the midst of the ongoing...
05/05/2020
Podiatry Today
Column
Treatment Dilemmas
05/11/2020
By Bob Baravarian, DPM, FACFAS
By Bob Baravarian, DPM, FACFAS
After 20 years in practice, I have found that one of the more complicated issues is the treatment of lesser metatarsophalangeal joint (MPJ) instability. The MPJ is a very complicated joint, which is connected by collateral ligaments and...
After 20 years in practice, I have found that one of the more complicated issues is the treatment of lesser metatarsophalangeal joint (MPJ) instability. The MPJ is a very complicated joint, which is connected by collateral ligaments and...
After 20 years in practice, I...
05/11/2020
Podiatry Today
Surgical Pearls
05/08/2020
By Eric M. Feit, DPM, FACFAS
By Eric M. Feit, DPM, FACFAS
Arthritis of the first metatarsophalanageal joint (MPJ), or hallux rigidus, is the most common arthritic condition in the foot and ankle.1 It typically involves progressive osteophyte formation and cartilage destruction resulting in joint...
Arthritis of the first metatarsophalanageal joint (MPJ), or hallux rigidus, is the most common arthritic condition in the foot and ankle.1 It typically involves progressive osteophyte formation and cartilage destruction resulting in joint...
Arthritis of the first...
05/08/2020
Podiatry Today
News and Trends
04/28/2020
By Jennifer Spector, DPM, FACFAS, Associate Editor
By Jennifer Spector, DPM, FACFAS, Ass...
A recent in-press special communication in the Journal of The American Podiatric Medical Association calls physicians to action worldwide in order to reduce health-care burden and facilitate the best car
A recent in-press special communication in the Journal of The American Podiatric Medical Association calls physicians to action worldwide in order to reduce health-care burden and facilitate the best car
A recent in-press special...
04/28/2020
Podiatry Today
Department
Residency Corner
04/29/2020
Clinical Editor: David Bernstein, DPM, FACFAS
Panelists: Elizabeth Ansert, DPM, Ulyana Kulish, DPM, MS and Spruha Magodia, DPM
Clinical Editor: David Bernstein, DPM...
The COVID-19 outbreak hit the health care community especially hard and residents are no exception. With this in mind, these resident panelists share their experiences in this unprecedented time, including how their programs are adjusting,...
The COVID-19 outbreak hit the health care community especially hard and residents are no exception. With this in mind, these resident panelists share their experiences in this unprecedented time, including how their programs are adjusting,...
The COVID-19 outbreak hit the...
04/29/2020
Podiatry Today
