Tamara D. Fishman, DPM

05/03/2007

Given the poor healing rates, high recurrence and castly nature of venous stasis ulcerations, this author offers a primer on key clinical signs, helpful insights on compression and wound care modalities, and underscores the importance of...

Given the poor healing rates,...

05/03/2007

Podiatry Today

How To Treat Bite Injuries

05/03/2003

Tamara D. Fishman , DPM;

As the warmer months emerge, people are more likely to tackle spring cleaning of cluttered areas, go outside without shoes and socks, and head to the beach for fun in the sun. Unfortunately, there is also an increased risk of lower-extremity...

As the warmer months emerge,...

05/03/2003

Podiatry Today

How To Diagnose And Treat Pressure Ulcers

06/03/2002

Tamara D. Fishman , DPM;

Currently, over 34 million Americans are age 65 and over. This figure is expected to double to over 68 million by the year 2030. As a result, there has been a tremendous growth in nursing homes and the related federal regulations that oversee...

Currently, over 34 million...

06/03/2002

Podiatry Today

Diagnostic Dilemmas

Identifying Skin Conditions Of Diabetic Patients

07/03/2002

Tamara D. Fishman , DPM;

Many people with diabetes develop skin manifestations as a result of having the disease. In some instances, such skin problems may be the first sign that the patient has diabetes. Proper recognition is the key to successful treatment, but...

Many people with diabetes...

07/03/2002

Podiatry Today

Diagnostic Dilemmas

Diagnosing Repeated Lower Extremity Ulcerations

03/03/2003

Tamara D. Fishman , DPM;

A patient’s medical history can provide you with critical information that is necessary to differentiate among the various types of lower extremity ulcerations. Not only are there many different etiologies of lower extremity ulcers, it’s also...

A patient’s medical history can...

03/03/2003

Podiatry Today

Diagnostic Dilemmas

Diagnosing Different Types Of Heel Ulcers

11/03/2003

Tamara D. Fishman , DPM;

When a patient presents with an ulcer on the heel, one must perform an in-depth examination because distinctions among different types of ulcers can be subtle. Prompt, appropriate treatment is essential and it is also critical to assess...

When a patient presents with an...

11/03/2003

Podiatry Today

Education

How To Diagnose And Treat Foreign Body Injuries

06/03/2003

Tamara D. Fishman , DPM;

Puncture wounds caused by foreign bodies can be deceptive in appearance. This is because many show little or no signs of external damage, yet they may have caused a serious internal injury. Some of the more common objects that cause these...

Puncture wounds caused by...

06/03/2003

Podiatry Today