Podiatry This Week
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Seaford Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Cryos Precision Orthotic System - Advancing the Standard of Care
Cryos Technologies®
Cryos partners with clinicians to deliver Greater Patient Satisfaction, Better Clinical Outcomes, and Enhanced Practice Differentiation. Designed by clinicians for clinicians. Our in-house Podiatrists ensure Cryos technologies and clinic implementation is relevant to the operational challenges and growth opportunities in today’s practice environment. Together with our clinic optimization team, they bring functional experience on patient compliance, therapeutic enhancement, practice differentiation and growth to our clinic partnerships.
Read more about Cryos’s Precision Orthotic System
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Dormer Laboratories Inc.
Dormer Laboratories Inc.
Industry News
Patient Education and Prevention of Diabetic Foot Ulcers
SOURCE: Podiatry Today
Every podiatrist knows the issues concerning chronically elevated blood sugars that cause peripheral arterial disease (PAD), the resultant development of the comorbidities of diabetes, and the risk factors to their patient’s feet of developing a foot ulcer. However, many patients lack the education to recognize their unique personal risk factors for developing a foot ulcer and subsequently, how to prevent the ulcer.

 
The Prodigy Sports: Early Specialization & Possible Long-Term Consequences
SOURCE: Lower Extremity Review
Sports like gymnastics and figure skating are good examples, but we could add soccer, tennis, volleyball, swimming, etc.! Most doctors, therapists, and trainers are unanimous in frowning on specializing in one sport too early, citing increased repetitive motion injuries from using the same muscles and movements compared to playing multiple sports that provide a variety of demands on their growing bodies. Overuse injuries – both physical and mental – are already an epidemic in youth sports.

 
Health-Related Quality of Life and Associated Factors in People With Diabetes at High Risk of Foot Ulceration
SOURCE: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
The health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of people with diabetes-related foot complications has been increasingly reported, mostly from studies of people with a foot ulcer. The aim of this study was to assess HRQoL and determine factors associated with HRQoL in people with diabetes at high risk of foot ulceration.

 
An Unusual and Rare Presentation of Diffuse Tophaceous Gout
SOURCE: Cureus
Gout is a chronic disease characterized by recurrent attacks on joints from monosodium urate crystal deposition causing inflammation and severe pain. Patients at increased risk of developing gout include those with obesity, high consumption of alcohol or high-purine foods, genetic causes, and medication side effects.

 
IG Wealth, Patrick Buscar
Medical Technology, Inc. (MTI)
Job Postings
 
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Chiropodist/Podiatrist (posted November 23, 2022)
 
The Company: Hamilton Foot Care, Irving M Luftig B. Sc., DPM
Corporation Office: 849 Upper Wentworth St, Suite 209, Hamilton, Ontario, L9A 5H4
Work Location: 849 Upper Wentworth St, Suite 209, Hamilton, Ontario, L9A 5H4
Start Date: As soon as possible
Type of Position: Permanent, Full Time
Positions Available: 1
Hours per Week: 35
Working hours Monday, 10-6 Tuesday 10-3 Wednesday 12-8, Thursday 10-6, and Friday 10-3
Compensation: Fee for Service as per industry/profession
Benefits: CPD for medical education $1-2k per year; 1 year of membership to the Ontario Podiatric Association, ($2500)
The Role: The Podiatrist/Chiropodist will help people dealing with a range of mobility issues, relieve pain and treat infections of the feet and lower legs. The Podiatrist/Chiropodist will also be helping patients with a variety of different issues from infants through seniors requiring all types of foot care. The role requires diagnosis of diseases, deformities and injuries of the human foot and communicate diagnoses to patients, treating patients using a variety of medical interventions including Orthotics, Extra Corporeal Shockwave Therapy, Injection Therapy, and other modalities. Provide various Routine Foot Conditions with patients of all ages. May perform surgery on the forefoot and subcutaneous soft tissues of the foot.
Language
- English
Education
- DPM / D. Ch (or equivalent valid in Ontario via requirements of the College of Chiropodists of Ontario
- Baccalaureate Degree (University)
- Successful completion of Ontario Chiropody Registration Examinations
- Membership with the College of Chiropodists of Ontario prior to commencing practice
Experience
- Mandatory
- 1-3 years of private practice experience as a Chiropodist and/or Podiatrist
- Soft Tissue Surgical competence including cutting into the subcutaneous tissues of the foot within the Ontario scope of practice preferred
-Optional:
- 1 year experience in wound care
- Will be required to become a member of Wound Care Canada
- Will be required to become a member of OPMA Ontario Podiatric Medical Association, OR Ontario Society of Chiropodists,
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Able to use diagnostic equipment for chiropodist practice
If you are interested in the Podiatrist position and would like to join and grow with Hamilton Foot Care Irv Luftig B.Sc., DPM, we encourage you to send us a CV/Resume in confidence to irvluftig@rogers.com
We thank all applicants who applied for the position; however, only those shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Thank you.
 
Associate Chiropodist Position - Richmond Hill Foot Clinic (posted November 18 2022)
 
We are a busy foot clinic in Richmond Hill looking for a part-time Chiropody associate to work 2-3 days covering a maternity leave initially with a potential of a permanent status with more days. We are looking for a motivated chiropodist who can practice their full scope and will work well with our team here already. As an established clinic that has been in business for more than 30 years already, we have many great and loyal patients. Since you will be working a maternity position in the beginning, it will give you a great opportunity to build up your patient base for the future. New graduates are also encouraged to apply.
Please send your resume to richmondhillfootclinic@gmail.com
Qualifications / Required Skills
Registered Chiropodist in good standing with COCOO
Proof of professional liability insurance and CPR certification
Salary: Independent contractor, TBD at interview
Potential Start date: January 2023

Chiropodist Wanted in Sudbury, ON (posted November 14, 2022)
 
Are you a Chiropodist who is driven to succeed, motivated to be busy and committed to building a career in a fun family oriented fully staffed clinic.
If so, this is a perfect place for you.
The Position:
Hours: flexible, ideally 3-5 days per week
Fully stocked treatment rooms
Front desk and chairside support
Competitive compensation package
Wonderful referral network and advertising support to help build your patient base
Requirements:
New Grads Welcome
Must be registered and in good standing with the College of Chiropodists of Ontario
Must hold up-to-date liability insurance
Up-to-date CPR certification
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination and flu shot
Able to practice the full scope of chiropody
Up-to-date knowledge of the latest evidence-based approaches to foot care
Motivated individual who is committed to working to build up their practice
Reliable and proven track record of excellent professional attendance
Knowledge of multi radiance laser, Cutera Laser, shockwave, Swift, bracing, and compression therapy an asset
If this sounds like a good fit for you, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your professional and extracurricular experience as well as a bit about yourself to megan_desimone@hotmail.com. We thank all applicants for taking the time to apply
 
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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).