Podiatry This Week
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Seaford Pharmaceuticals Inc.

CFPM inventory is now on sale! Take advantage of the major savings by stocking up on the following:
⇒   Simcan Comfort Socks
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⇒   Books

 

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Atlas Orthotic Lab Limited®
With the largest selection of in-stock premium footwear and a reliable 3-5 day turnaround, it's no wonder that Atlas Orthotic Lab is the clear choice of today's practitioners for custom made orthotics.
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Dormer Laboratories Inc.
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Industry News
SOURCE: Podiatry Today
How do you teach a parent the necessary steps to verify that their child’s shoes fit properly? Is a “thumb’s width” all that is necessary? Does this space requirement change as the child’s foot grows longer? The answers to these questions may surprise you, as recent studies provide interesting insight into the challenges of fitting shoes properly for a growing child.

 
SOURCE: Lower Extremity Review
Losing weight is hard; keeping it off is even harder. What is unique about those who succeed? The answer is buried deep in the archives at the Weight Control and Diabetes Research Center in Providence, Rhode Island: The National Weight Control Registry (NWCR), the largest database ever assembled on individuals successful at long-term maintenance of weight loss.

 
SOURCE: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
Medial tibial stress syndrome is a common sports related injury. Altered foot kinematics can be a risk factor for the injury. Since foot segments can move independently, intersegment coordination is important for proper foot function.

 
SOURCE: Foot & Ankle Orthopaedics
Ankle fractures pose a unique situation as both podiatrists and orthopaedic surgeons are licensed to treat them. Despite increasing emphasis on value-based medical care, there are few cost analyses focused on the treatment of ankle fractures. The goal of this study is to determine if there are cost differences between an orthopaedic surgeon and podiatrist to operatively manage an ankle fracture.

 
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The innovative ClearToe Therapy Light by ToeFX is the only photodisinfection product approved by Health Canada for the treatment of toenail fungus.  Used together with ClearToe Serum, and delivered in 30min treatment sessions every 2 weeks for 6-10 sessions, your patients will be happy to show off their toenails!
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Events
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
3 - 3:45 p.m. EST

EVENT DETAILS: 
Hyperhidrosis (HH) is defined as excessive sweating affecting any part of the body. Excessive sweating is a disorder due to the over-stimulation of cholinergic receptors on eccrine glands. For many patients, it is debilitating and impairs social interactions and affects patients' quality of life, resulting in social and work impairment and emotional distress.

SPEAKER:
Maher H. Guirguis, Director of Business Development, Seaford Pharmaceuticals Canada
 
Infracare
TELUS Health Solutions Inc.
Job Postings
 
Assistant Chiropody Clinical Faculty Wanted (posted January 20, 2022)

Job Posting: # 890308
Position: Contract Assistant Professor, Chiropody (3 Positions)
Department: Chiropody Academic Program
Status: Temporary Part-Time
Site: The Michener Institute
Salary: $36.47 - $38.69 per hour
Hours: 21 hours per week (approximately 2 days a week, consistent days of the week preferred)
Length of Contract: 1 Year
Closing Date: February 4, 2022
 
Get full details here.
 
Chiropodist Wanted KW Foot Clinic (posted January 18, 2022)
 
We are currently looking for both part and full time Chiropodist/Podiatrist. We are located in Waterloo, Ontario. It is one of the best cities to live and raise a family. It offers a world class education, both urban and country living, and it is a high-tech haven.
Our ideal candidates are hard working, able to multitask, willing to learn and practice full scope. We offer the latest equipment from lasers to shockwave, electrosurgical unit, etc. We will be offering training on all the equipment and office procedures and protocols. Reception and assistants are there to make your job of caring for patients well being a main priority.
We are encouraging new graduates, experienced practitioners and current students to apply.
Compensation will be salary or percentage of the billing.
Interested candidates may forward their resume and cover letter to: SPETRUSIC79@GMAIL.COM
 
Get full details here.
 
Chiropodist / Podiatrist Wanted ASAP in Moncton, NB (posted January 18, 2022)
 
Price Preston Podiatry, in Moncton, New Brunswick, has been in business for 22 years with two podiatrists, and we have the need for a third chiropodist/podiatrist ASAP for 4-5 days a week. We are looking for a team player who can work independently and is also open to sharing ideas and collaborating with other team members when needed to ensure the best outcomes are realized for our patients.
o FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME, permanent position.
o New graduates welcome!
o Full range of podiatry treatments, palliative, surgical, and orthotics.
o Registered with the New Brunswick Podiatry Association (NBPA) and responsible for maintaining own license with NBPA.
o Responsible for maintaining own professional insurance as required by NBPA.
o Candidates registered with The College of Chiropodists of Ontario are qualified to work in New Brunswick.
o Spoken French is a huge asset but not required
Compensation will be discussed.
 
Get full details here.
 
Did you know that CFPM can post a job posting to reach the chiropody/podiatry community? This service is FREE for all CFPM members and $150 for non-members (for a 30 day posting).

 
Paragon Orthotic Laboratory
Paragon Orthotic Laboratory®
Digital Orthosis Compound is indispensable in fabricating a digital orthosis. The compound is molded directly onto the area and cures to a permanent form in minutes. DOC is superior to other silicone-based products because of the dependability of the setting time. Firm but yielding, soft yet durable, and similar in appearance, touch and resiliency to that of natural rubber.
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Practices for Sale

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