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Mark Hinkes, DPM, FACFAS, FAPWCA, DABFAS
Clinician Commentary
09/04/2026
Mark Hinkes, DPM, FACFAS, FAPWCA, DABFAS
After a diabetes-related lower-extremity amputation, the remaining limb faces a substantial risk of ulceration and amputation—but often lacks structured follow-up. This Clinician Commentary contends that the initial amputation should trigger...
After a diabetes-related lower-extremity amputation, the remaining limb faces a substantial risk of ulceration and amputation—but often lacks structured follow-up. This Clinician Commentary contends that the initial amputation should trigger...
After a diabetes-related...
09/04/2026
Podiatry Today
TAR Staging
09/01/2026
Michael J. Radcliffe, DPM, AACFAS; Ramez Sakkab, DPM, AACFAS; Jeffrey E. McAlister, DPM, FACFAS
This review examines when single-stage reconstruction may offer an efficient approach—and when deformity severity, rehabilitation demands, or surgical risk make staged reconstruction the better strategy.
This review examines when single-stage reconstruction may offer an efficient approach—and when deformity severity, rehabilitation demands, or surgical risk make staged reconstruction the better strategy.
This review examines when...
09/01/2026
Podiatry Today
Complex Navicular Fracture
09/01/2026
Harsh Varshney, DPM; Luan Pham, DPM
A custom 3D-printed total navicular implant offered an alternative reconstructive approach for an 86-year-old patient with a severely comminuted navicular fracture and osteoporosis. At 12 months, the patient maintained alignment, returned to...
A custom 3D-printed total navicular implant offered an alternative reconstructive approach for an 86-year-old patient with a severely comminuted navicular fracture and osteoporosis. At 12 months, the patient maintained alignment, returned to...
A custom 3D-printed total...
09/01/2026
Podiatry Today
Charcot Reconstruction
09/01/2026
Dolly Basaldua Rivera, DPM; Mina Abadeer, DPM; Chris Patel, DPM
A staged limb salvage approach using a 3D-printed implant achieved stable alignment and progressive fusion in a patient with severe Charcot ankle neuroarthropathy and significant bone loss. Despite postoperative hardware loosening requiring...
A staged limb salvage approach using a 3D-printed implant achieved stable alignment and progressive fusion in a patient with severe Charcot ankle neuroarthropathy and significant bone loss. Despite postoperative hardware loosening requiring...
A staged limb salvage approach...
09/01/2026
Podiatry Today
Interview
09/01/2026
David G. Armstrong, DPM, MD, PhD
Early concerns from the CANVAS trial linked canagliflozin to an increased risk of lower-extremity amputation, but nearly a decade of additional evidence has reshaped the conversation. David G. Armstrong, DPM, MD, PhD, discusses what...
Early concerns from the CANVAS trial linked canagliflozin to an increased risk of lower-extremity amputation, but nearly a decade of additional evidence has reshaped the conversation. David G. Armstrong, DPM, MD, PhD, discusses what...
Early concerns from the CANVAS...
09/01/2026
Podiatry Today
Research Review
09/01/2026
Brian McCurdy
Emerging research underscores the important role podiatrists can play in reducing fall risk among older adults. Three recent studies highlight how evidence-based footwear recommendations, intrinsic foot muscle strengthening, and targeted...
Emerging research underscores the important role podiatrists can play in reducing fall risk among older adults. Three recent studies highlight how evidence-based footwear recommendations, intrinsic foot muscle strengthening, and targeted...
Emerging research underscores...
09/01/2026
Podiatry Today
Research Review
09/01/2026
Jennifer J. Spector, DPM, FACFAS
A 12-week case series in JAPMA evaluated pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy combined with stretching in patients with plantar fasciitis.
A 12-week case series in JAPMA evaluated pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy combined with stretching in patients with plantar fasciitis.
A 12-week case series in JAPMA...
09/01/2026
Podiatry Today
Bradley P. Abicht, DPM, FACFAS
Supported Podcast
08/21/2026
Bradley P. Abicht, DPM, FACFAS
As minimally invasive foot and ankle surgery continues to evolve, regenerative technologies are becoming an increasingly important part of optimizing bone healing. In this sponsored episode, Dr. Bradley Abicht discusses the biologic...
As minimally invasive foot and ankle surgery continues to evolve, regenerative technologies are becoming an increasingly important part of optimizing bone healing. In this sponsored episode, Dr. Bradley Abicht discusses the biologic...
As minimally invasive foot and...
08/21/2026
Podiatry Today
Eric J. Lullove, DPM, CWSP, MAPWCA, FFPM RCPS (Glasg)
Clinician Commentary
08/17/2026
Eric J. Lullove, DPM, CWSP, MAPWCA, FFPM RCPS (Glasg)
The proposed CMS CY 2027 Physician Fee Schedule includes several payment policy changes that could significantly affect podiatric practice, particularly surrounding Modifier 25 billing and physician reimbursement. Dr. Eric Lullove reviews the...
The proposed CMS CY 2027 Physician Fee Schedule includes several payment policy changes that could significantly affect podiatric practice, particularly surrounding Modifier 25 billing and physician reimbursement. Dr. Eric Lullove reviews the...
The proposed CMS CY 2027...
08/17/2026
Podiatry Today
Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, DABPM, FASPS
Podcasts
08/11/2026
Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, DABPM, FASPS
When is the best surgery the one you never perform? In this episode of the Podiatry Today Podcast, host Dr. Jennifer Spector continues her conversation with Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, focusing on conservative treatment strategies that can help...
When is the best surgery the one you never perform? In this episode of the Podiatry Today Podcast, host Dr. Jennifer Spector continues her conversation with Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, focusing on conservative treatment strategies that can help...
When is the best surgery the one...
08/11/2026
Podiatry Today
Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, DABPM, FASPS
Podcasts
08/11/2026
Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, DABPM, FASPS
How should podiatrists approach regenerative medicine in everyday foot and ankle practice? In this episode of the Podiatry Today Podcast, host Dr. Jennifer Spector speaks with Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, about the evolving role of regenerative...
How should podiatrists approach regenerative medicine in everyday foot and ankle practice? In this episode of the Podiatry Today Podcast, host Dr. Jennifer Spector speaks with Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, about the evolving role of regenerative...
How should podiatrists approach...
08/11/2026
Podiatry Today

Podcasts

Bradley P. Abicht, DPM, FACFAS
Supported Podcast
08/21/2026
Bradley P. Abicht, DPM, FACFAS
As minimally invasive foot and ankle surgery continues to evolve, regenerative technologies are becoming an increasingly important part of optimizing bone healing. In this sponsored episode, Dr. Bradley Abicht discusses the biologic...
As minimally invasive foot and ankle surgery continues to evolve, regenerative technologies are becoming an increasingly important part of optimizing bone healing. In this sponsored episode, Dr. Bradley Abicht discusses the biologic...
As minimally invasive foot and...
08/21/2026
Podiatry Today
Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, DABPM, FASPS
Podcasts
08/11/2026
Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, DABPM, FASPS
When is the best surgery the one you never perform? In this episode of the Podiatry Today Podcast, host Dr. Jennifer Spector continues her conversation with Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, focusing on conservative treatment strategies that can help...
When is the best surgery the one you never perform? In this episode of the Podiatry Today Podcast, host Dr. Jennifer Spector continues her conversation with Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, focusing on conservative treatment strategies that can help...
When is the best surgery the one...
08/11/2026
Podiatry Today
Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, DABPM, FASPS
Podcasts
08/11/2026
Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, DABPM, FASPS
How should podiatrists approach regenerative medicine in everyday foot and ankle practice? In this episode of the Podiatry Today Podcast, host Dr. Jennifer Spector speaks with Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, about the evolving role of regenerative...
How should podiatrists approach regenerative medicine in everyday foot and ankle practice? In this episode of the Podiatry Today Podcast, host Dr. Jennifer Spector speaks with Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, about the evolving role of regenerative...
How should podiatrists approach...
08/11/2026
Podiatry Today
Savannah Santiago, DPM
Podcasts
08/10/2026
Savannah Santiago, DPM
In this episode, Savannah Santiago, DPM, discusses how podiatrists can recognize the foot and ankle manifestations of RED-S, identify key warning signs, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to improve athlete health and performance.
In this episode, Savannah Santiago, DPM, discusses how podiatrists can recognize the foot and ankle manifestations of RED-S, identify key warning signs, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to improve athlete health and performance.
In this episode, Savannah...
08/10/2026
Podiatry Today
Savannah Santiago, DPM
Podcasts
08/07/2026
Savannah Santiago, DPM
In this episode, Savannah Santiago, DPM, shares practical guidance on responsible opioid prescribing, common pitfalls, and evidence-based approaches that help podiatrists optimize pain control while minimizing risk – all from her session at...
In this episode, Savannah Santiago, DPM, shares practical guidance on responsible opioid prescribing, common pitfalls, and evidence-based approaches that help podiatrists optimize pain control while minimizing risk – all from her session at...
In this episode, Savannah...
08/07/2026
Podiatry Today
David M. Schweibish, DPM, MBA
Legal and Ethical Issues
07/27/2026
David M. Schweibish, DPM, MBA
In this episode, Dr. David Schweibish discusses practical strategies for communicating after adverse events, maintaining transparency, and implementing protocols that may support effective risk management.
In this episode, Dr. David Schweibish discusses practical strategies for communicating after adverse events, maintaining transparency, and implementing protocols that may support effective risk management.
In this episode, Dr. David...
07/27/2026
Podiatry Today
Timothy Miller, DPM
Podcasts
07/14/2026
Timothy Miller, DPM, FACFAS
Limb salvage is often associated with major academic medical centers, but much of the work happens in community-based practices where clinicians must coordinate complex care with limited resources. In this episode of the Podiatry Today...
Limb salvage is often associated with major academic medical centers, but much of the work happens in community-based practices where clinicians must coordinate complex care with limited resources. In this episode of the Podiatry Today...
Limb salvage is often associated...
07/14/2026
Podiatry Today
David M. Schweibish, DPM, MBA
Risk Management
07/10/2026
David M. Schweibish, DPM, MBA
In this episode, Dr. David Schweibish discusses how risk exposures differ across private practice, hospital-employed, and outpatient settings, and shares practical strategies for reducing liability.
In this episode, Dr. David Schweibish discusses how risk exposures differ across private practice, hospital-employed, and outpatient settings, and shares practical strategies for reducing liability.
In this episode, Dr. David...
07/10/2026
Podiatry Today
Timothy Miller, DPM
Podcasts
06/30/2026
Timothy Miller, DPM, FACFAS
Thinking like a surgeon extends far beyond the operating room. In this episode of Podiatry Today Podcasts, Dr. Timothy Miller discusses how surgical training can strengthen clinical decision-making, improve patient selection, and help...
Thinking like a surgeon extends far beyond the operating room. In this episode of Podiatry Today Podcasts, Dr. Timothy Miller discusses how surgical training can strengthen clinical decision-making, improve patient selection, and help...
Thinking like a surgeon extends...
06/30/2026
Podiatry Today
Patrick A. DeHeer, DPM, FACFAS, FASPS, FFPM, RCPS(Glasg)
Podcasts
06/19/2026
Patrick A. DeHeer, DPM, FACFAS, FASPS, FFPM, RCPS(Glasg)
When it comes to fifth metatarsal stress fractures, surgery is often considered the gold standard—but emerging evidence may be shifting that perspective. In this episode, Dr. Patrick DeHeer explores new data on shockwave therapy and what it...
When it comes to fifth metatarsal stress fractures, surgery is often considered the gold standard—but emerging evidence may be shifting that perspective. In this episode, Dr. Patrick DeHeer explores new data on shockwave therapy and what it...
When it comes to fifth...
06/19/2026
Podiatry Today

Clinician Commentary

Mark Hinkes, DPM, FACFAS, FAPWCA, DABFAS
Clinician Commentary
09/04/2026
Mark Hinkes, DPM, FACFAS, FAPWCA, DABFAS
After a diabetes-related lower-extremity amputation, the remaining limb faces a substantial risk of ulceration and amputation—but often lacks structured follow-up. This Clinician Commentary contends that the initial amputation should trigger...
After a diabetes-related lower-extremity amputation, the remaining limb faces a substantial risk of ulceration and amputation—but often lacks structured follow-up. This Clinician Commentary contends that the initial amputation should trigger...
After a diabetes-related...
09/04/2026
Podiatry Today
Eric J. Lullove, DPM, CWSP, MAPWCA, FFPM RCPS (Glasg)
Clinician Commentary
08/17/2026
Eric J. Lullove, DPM, CWSP, MAPWCA, FFPM RCPS (Glasg)
The proposed CMS CY 2027 Physician Fee Schedule includes several payment policy changes that could significantly affect podiatric practice, particularly surrounding Modifier 25 billing and physician reimbursement. Dr. Eric Lullove reviews the...
The proposed CMS CY 2027 Physician Fee Schedule includes several payment policy changes that could significantly affect podiatric practice, particularly surrounding Modifier 25 billing and physician reimbursement. Dr. Eric Lullove reviews the...
The proposed CMS CY 2027...
08/17/2026
Podiatry Today
Bryan Kentner, DPM
Clinician Commentary
07/20/2026
Bryan Kentner, DPM
As digital workflows become more affordable and accessible, practitioners are increasingly exploring in-office fabrication models that offer greater control, efficiency, and customization.
As digital workflows become more affordable and accessible, practitioners are increasingly exploring in-office fabrication models that offer greater control, efficiency, and customization.
As digital workflows become more...
07/20/2026
Podiatry Today
Windy Cole, DPM, CWSP, FFPM RCPS (Glasg)
Preventive Medicine
06/22/2026
Windy Cole, DPM, CWSP, FFPM RCPS (Glasg)
This article explores how clinical, psychological, and financial incentives favor late-stage intervention over prevention—and why redefining success around ulcer-free survival and limb preservation is essential for improving outcomes and...
This article explores how clinical, psychological, and financial incentives favor late-stage intervention over prevention—and why redefining success around ulcer-free survival and limb preservation is essential for improving outcomes and...
This article explores how...
06/22/2026
Podiatry Today
David Edward Marcinko, MBBS, DPM, MBA, MEd
Practice Management
05/21/2026
David Edward Marcinko, MBBS, DPM, MBA, MEd
This author outlines how Michael Porter’s Five Forces framework reveals the competitive, financial, and operational pressures shaping modern podiatric practice—and how DPMs can respond strategically.
This author outlines how Michael Porter’s Five Forces framework reveals the competitive, financial, and operational pressures shaping modern podiatric practice—and how DPMs can respond strategically.
This author outlines how Michael...
05/21/2026
Podiatry Today
Marcia Nusgart, RPh
Blog
04/17/2026
Marcia I. Nusgart, RPh
Medicare payment reform, regulatory decisions, and coverage policy shifts made 2025 a pivotal year for wound care.
Medicare payment reform, regulatory decisions, and coverage policy shifts made 2025 a pivotal year for wound care.
Medicare payment reform,...
04/17/2026
Podiatry Today
Marcinko
Rule of Three
04/10/2026
Dr. David Edward Marcinko, MBA, MEd
As consolidation reshapes podiatry, the “Rule of Three” offers a strategic lens to understand who will survive—and thrive. From large-scale market leaders to agile mid-sized groups and highly specialized niche practices, today’s competitive...
As consolidation reshapes podiatry, the “Rule of Three” offers a strategic lens to understand who will survive—and thrive. From large-scale market leaders to agile mid-sized groups and highly specialized niche practices, today’s competitive...
As consolidation reshapes...
04/10/2026
Podiatry Today
David Edward Marcinko, MBA, MEd
Clinician Commentary
02/19/2026
David Edward Marcinko, MBA
Public relations is more than publicity—it’s a strategic tool that helps podiatry practices educate patients, strengthen community relationships, and build long-term credibility.
Public relations is more than publicity—it’s a strategic tool that helps podiatry practices educate patients, strengthen community relationships, and build long-term credibility.
Public relations is more than...
02/19/2026
Podiatry Today
lower extremities of a tennis player
Research Review
02/12/2026
Jennifer J. Spector, DPM, FACFAS
A 2025 narrative review in The Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine examined tennis participation after joint arthroplasty, with notably limited and lower-quality data for total ankle arthroplasty.
A 2025 narrative review in The Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine examined tennis participation after joint arthroplasty, with notably limited and lower-quality data for total ankle arthroplasty.
A 2025 narrative review in The...
02/12/2026
Podiatry Today
David Edward Marcinko, MBA, MEd
Clinician Commentary
01/20/2026
Dr. David Edward Marcinko, MBA, MEd
In an increasingly competitive healthcare environment, podiatric practices must balance clinical excellence with strategic marketing, ethical advertising, and patient-centered sales promotion.
In an increasingly competitive healthcare environment, podiatric practices must balance clinical excellence with strategic marketing, ethical advertising, and patient-centered sales promotion.
In an increasingly competitive...
01/20/2026
Podiatry Today

APMA National

Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, DABPM, FASPS
Podcasts
08/11/2026
Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, DABPM, FASPS
When is the best surgery the one you never perform? In this episode of the Podiatry Today Podcast, host Dr. Jennifer Spector continues her conversation with Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, focusing on conservative treatment strategies that can help...
When is the best surgery the one you never perform? In this episode of the Podiatry Today Podcast, host Dr. Jennifer Spector continues her conversation with Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, focusing on conservative treatment strategies that can help...
When is the best surgery the one...
08/11/2026
Podiatry Today
Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, DABPM, FASPS
Podcasts
08/11/2026
Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, DABPM, FASPS
How should podiatrists approach regenerative medicine in everyday foot and ankle practice? In this episode of the Podiatry Today Podcast, host Dr. Jennifer Spector speaks with Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, about the evolving role of regenerative...
How should podiatrists approach regenerative medicine in everyday foot and ankle practice? In this episode of the Podiatry Today Podcast, host Dr. Jennifer Spector speaks with Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, about the evolving role of regenerative...
How should podiatrists approach...
08/11/2026
Podiatry Today
Savannah Santiago, DPM
Podcasts
08/10/2026
Savannah Santiago, DPM
In this episode, Savannah Santiago, DPM, discusses how podiatrists can recognize the foot and ankle manifestations of RED-S, identify key warning signs, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to improve athlete health and performance.
In this episode, Savannah Santiago, DPM, discusses how podiatrists can recognize the foot and ankle manifestations of RED-S, identify key warning signs, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to improve athlete health and performance.
In this episode, Savannah...
08/10/2026
Podiatry Today
Sari J. Priesand, DPM
Conference Coverage
08/09/2026
Sari Priesand, DPM, DABPM, FACFAS
Mental health disorders and cognitive impairment can profoundly affect wound healing, treatment adherence, and recovery, yet these factors may be overlooked during routine podiatric care. In this APMA National Q&A, Sari Priesand, DPM,...
Mental health disorders and cognitive impairment can profoundly affect wound healing, treatment adherence, and recovery, yet these factors may be overlooked during routine podiatric care. In this APMA National Q&A, Sari Priesand, DPM,...
Mental health disorders and...
08/09/2026
Podiatry Today
Savannah Santiago, DPM
Podcasts
08/07/2026
Savannah Santiago, DPM
In this episode, Savannah Santiago, DPM, shares practical guidance on responsible opioid prescribing, common pitfalls, and evidence-based approaches that help podiatrists optimize pain control while minimizing risk – all from her session at...
In this episode, Savannah Santiago, DPM, shares practical guidance on responsible opioid prescribing, common pitfalls, and evidence-based approaches that help podiatrists optimize pain control while minimizing risk – all from her session at...
In this episode, Savannah...
08/07/2026
Podiatry Today
Patrick McEneaney, DPM
Conference Coverage
04/09/2026
Brian McCurdy
Multidisciplinary care, particularly from mental health professionals, is crucial for patients with dermatillomania to mitigate the serious complications of the disorder, according to a case study poster presented at SAWC Spring.
Multidisciplinary care, particularly from mental health professionals, is crucial for patients with dermatillomania to mitigate the serious complications of the disorder, according to a case study poster presented at SAWC Spring.
Multidisciplinary care,...
04/09/2026
Podiatry Today
Arthur Evensen, DPM, CWSP, DABPM, FACPM
Conference Coverage
04/08/2026
Brian McCurdy
Bordered silicone foam dressings resulted in fewer dressing changes, reduced maceration, and improved moisture control compared to traditional dry sterile dressings in patients with complex foot wounds, according to a poster presented at SAWC...
Bordered silicone foam dressings resulted in fewer dressing changes, reduced maceration, and improved moisture control compared to traditional dry sterile dressings in patients with complex foot wounds, according to a poster presented at SAWC...
Bordered silicone foam dressings...
04/08/2026
Podiatry Today
TheraMicro
Sponsored Content
02/26/2026
Jennifer J. Spector, DPM, FACFAS
At the ACFAS Annual Scientific Conference, TheraMicro presented newly and soon-to-be released technologies spanning two complementary domains in foot and ankle surgery: advanced mechanical reinforcement and biologic signaling platforms.
At the ACFAS Annual Scientific Conference, TheraMicro presented newly and soon-to-be released technologies spanning two complementary domains in foot and ankle surgery: advanced mechanical reinforcement and biologic signaling platforms.
At the ACFAS Annual Scientific...
02/26/2026
Podiatry Today
Bradley Abicht, DPM
Conference Coverage
02/26/2026
Bradley P. Abicht, DPM, FACFAS
In this video, Dr. Abicht dives into key components of radiographic assessments.
In this video, Dr. Abicht dives into key components of radiographic assessments.
In this video, Dr. Abicht dives...
02/26/2026
Podiatry Today
Don Buddecke, DPM
Conference Coverage
02/24/2026
Don Buddecke, DPM
Dr. Buddecke shares high points from his recent session at the ACFAS ASC.
Dr. Buddecke shares high points from his recent session at the ACFAS ASC.
Dr. Buddecke shares high points...
02/24/2026
Podiatry Today