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Visser
Podcasts
01/21/2026
Harry John Visser, DPM, FACFAS
The podcast emphasizes that convergent talus is not a diagnosis, but a pathomechanical pattern seen in conditions such as talar neck malunion, Charcot midfoot collapse, perinavicular pathology, and neuromuscular disease.
The podcast emphasizes that convergent talus is not a diagnosis, but a pathomechanical pattern seen in conditions such as talar neck malunion, Charcot midfoot collapse, perinavicular pathology, and neuromuscular disease.
The podcast emphasizes that...
01/21/2026
Podiatry Today
Windy Cole, DPM, CWSP, FFPM RCPS (Glasg)
Videos
01/14/2026
Windy Cole, DPM, CWSP, FFPM RCPS (Glasg)
This SAWC Fall speaker discusses a poster that examines the use of continuous topical oxygen therapy over a diverse patient population and a variety of wound types.
This SAWC Fall speaker discusses a poster that examines the use of continuous topical oxygen therapy over a diverse patient population and a variety of wound types.
This SAWC Fall speaker discusses...
01/14/2026
Podiatry Today
Surgeons in an operating room focused on a patient care
Videos
01/07/2026
Patrick McEneaney, DPM, FACFAS, AAPWCA; Rimvydas A. Statkus, DPM, FACFAS
These researchers share highlights from their poster presentations at SAWC.
These researchers share highlights from their poster presentations at SAWC.
These researchers share...
01/07/2026
Podiatry Today
Two surgeons in an operating room under lighting focused on a case.
Research Review
01/07/2026
Jennifer J. Spector, DPM, FACFAS
A 2012–2020 NSQIP cohort study published in J Surg Orthop Adv (2025) examined postoperative outcomes in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease undergoing total ankle arthroplasty.
A 2012–2020 NSQIP cohort study published in J Surg Orthop Adv (2025) examined postoperative outcomes in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease undergoing total ankle arthroplasty.
A 2012–2020 NSQIP cohort study...
01/07/2026
Podiatry Today
Cover Feature
01/01/2026
Lawrence A. DiDomenico, DPM, FACFAS; Alex Anain, DPM
Frontal plane rotation remains an often-overlooked component of hallux abducto valgus (HAV) correction, despite its importance in achieving true triplanar realignment. With the rise of minimally invasive (MIS) bunion techniques, these authors...
Frontal plane rotation remains an often-overlooked component of hallux abducto valgus (HAV) correction, despite its importance in achieving true triplanar realignment. With the rise of minimally invasive (MIS) bunion techniques, these authors...
Frontal plane rotation remains...
01/01/2026
Podiatry Today
Practice Management
01/01/2026
Timothy Miller, DPM, FACFAS
As podiatric practice becomes increasingly complex and the cost of delivering high-quality care continues to rise, many podiatrists are seeking new ways to enhance financial stability without compromising clinical focus. Here, the author...
As podiatric practice becomes increasingly complex and the cost of delivering high-quality care continues to rise, many podiatrists are seeking new ways to enhance financial stability without compromising clinical focus. Here, the author...
As podiatric practice becomes...
01/01/2026
Podiatry Today
Case Study
01/01/2026
Arthur Evensen, DPM, CWSP; Angel Lin, DPM; Lee Curbo, DPM; James Dancho, DPM
Surgical management of diabetic foot osteomyelitis continues to evolve as many seek techniques that preserve function and achieve infection control. This case report highlights a unique case, demonstrating rapid wound resolution and limb...
Surgical management of diabetic foot osteomyelitis continues to evolve as many seek techniques that preserve function and achieve infection control. This case report highlights a unique case, demonstrating rapid wound resolution and limb...
Surgical management of diabetic...
01/01/2026
Podiatry Today
Feature
01/01/2026
Harry John Visser, DPM, FACFAS; Skylah Faith Lozano, DPM
Lateral midfoot pain is often chronic, diffuse, and diagnostically challenging. This review highlights key anatomical, biomechanical, and clinical considerations to improve recognition and management of this underappreciated involvement of...
Lateral midfoot pain is often chronic, diffuse, and diagnostically challenging. This review highlights key anatomical, biomechanical, and clinical considerations to improve recognition and management of this underappreciated involvement of...
Lateral midfoot pain is often...
01/01/2026
Podiatry Today
Feature
01/01/2026
Aabha Suchak, DPM, FACFAS, DABPM, CWS
Even the most “routine” nail care appointment can prove anything but routine. This case highlights how a nonhealing ulcer in a patient with diabetes ultimately revealed microinvasive squamous cell carcinoma, emphasizing the need for thorough...
Even the most “routine” nail care appointment can prove anything but routine. This case highlights how a nonhealing ulcer in a patient with diabetes ultimately revealed microinvasive squamous cell carcinoma, emphasizing the need for thorough...
Even the most “routine” nail...
01/01/2026
Podiatry Today
Feature
01/01/2026
Jessica M. Somma, DPM
Pyoderma gangrenosum remains a challenging and often delayed diagnosis due to its variable presentation and overlap with other ulcerative conditions. This review summarizes current understanding of its pathophysiology and highlights emerging...
Pyoderma gangrenosum remains a challenging and often delayed diagnosis due to its variable presentation and overlap with other ulcerative conditions. This review summarizes current understanding of its pathophysiology and highlights emerging...
Pyoderma gangrenosum remains a...
01/01/2026
Podiatry Today
Case Study
01/01/2026
Jean V. Archer, DPM, FACPM, CWS, FACCWS, FASPS, FAPWHc; Hayley Collins, DPM; William Lopez, DPM; Michael L. Cooper, MD
When systemic illness masks evolving limb pathology, timely podiatric evaluation becomes critical. This case illustrates how early surgical management paired with a synthetic electrospun matrix supported effective reconstruction after...
When systemic illness masks evolving limb pathology, timely podiatric evaluation becomes critical. This case illustrates how early surgical management paired with a synthetic electrospun matrix supported effective reconstruction after...
When systemic illness masks...
01/01/2026
Podiatry Today

Podcasts

Visser
Podcasts
01/21/2026
Harry John Visser, DPM, FACFAS
The podcast emphasizes that convergent talus is not a diagnosis, but a pathomechanical pattern seen in conditions such as talar neck malunion, Charcot midfoot collapse, perinavicular pathology, and neuromuscular disease.
The podcast emphasizes that convergent talus is not a diagnosis, but a pathomechanical pattern seen in conditions such as talar neck malunion, Charcot midfoot collapse, perinavicular pathology, and neuromuscular disease.
The podcast emphasizes that...
01/21/2026
Podiatry Today
Clinton Laird, DPM
Podcasts
12/19/2025
Clinton Laird, DPM
Dr. Laird discusses bike fit and other biomechanics in outdoor cycling, and how podiatrists can learn more to benefit their patients.
Dr. Laird discusses bike fit and other biomechanics in outdoor cycling, and how podiatrists can learn more to benefit their patients.
Dr. Laird discusses bike fit and...
12/19/2025
Podiatry Today
Jim McDannald, DPM
Podcasts
12/12/2025
Jim McDannald, DPM
How can AI have a positive impact in front office tasks, and how can practices implement it responsibly and successfully? Also, where should it not be used? Dr. McDannald shares his thoughts in this episode.
How can AI have a positive impact in front office tasks, and how can practices implement it responsibly and successfully? Also, where should it not be used? Dr. McDannald shares his thoughts in this episode.
How can AI have a positive...
12/12/2025
Podiatry Today
Jim McDannald, DPM
Podcasts
12/05/2025
Jim McDannald, DPM
Dr. Jim McDannald delves into the world of digital trust and discusses how this rapidly evolving space impacts podiatric practice.
Dr. Jim McDannald delves into the world of digital trust and discusses how this rapidly evolving space impacts podiatric practice.
Dr. Jim McDannald delves into...
12/05/2025
Podiatry Today
H. John Visser, DPM, FACFAS
Podcasts
11/25/2025
Harry John Visser, DPM, FACFAS
In this next episode, Dr. Visser dives into Charcot-Marie Tooth disease and its relevance to the convergent talus.
In this next episode, Dr. Visser dives into Charcot-Marie Tooth disease and its relevance to the convergent talus.
In this next episode, Dr. Visser...
11/25/2025
Podiatry Today
Visser
Podcasts
10/24/2025
Harry John Visser, DPM, FACFAS
Dr. Visser discusses another unique condition as part of the concept of the convergent talus.
Dr. Visser discusses another unique condition as part of the concept of the convergent talus.
Dr. Visser discusses another...
10/24/2025
Podiatry Today
Elizabeth Piselli, DPM, and Alyssa Carroll, DPM, AACFAS headshots
Podcasts
10/10/2025
Elizabeth Piselli, DPM; Alyssa Carroll, DPM, AACFAS
In partnership American Association for Women Podiatrists, these two DPMs discuss how they chose private practice and the challenges of benefits.
In partnership American Association for Women Podiatrists, these two DPMs discuss how they chose private practice and the challenges of benefits.
In partnership American...
10/10/2025
Podiatry Today
Butler
Podcasts
09/12/2025
Nicholas Butler, DPM, AACFAS, FACPM, FASPS
Learn more about the special considerations that come into play when athletes need lower extremity surgery.
Learn more about the special considerations that come into play when athletes need lower extremity surgery.
Learn more about the special...
09/12/2025
Podiatry Today
Visser
Podcasts
08/30/2025
Harry John Visser, DPM, FACFAS
Continue your learning with this discussion on RA and its relationship to the convergent talus.
Continue your learning with this discussion on RA and its relationship to the convergent talus.
Continue your learning with this...
08/30/2025
Podiatry Today
Visser
Podcasts
08/21/2025
Harry John Visser, DPM, FACFAS
Subtle cavovarus deformity can underlie common lateral foot and ankle pathologies. Proper recognition, biomechanical assessment, and targeted reconstruction are critical to preventing recurrence and optimizing surgical outcomes.
Subtle cavovarus deformity can underlie common lateral foot and ankle pathologies. Proper recognition, biomechanical assessment, and targeted reconstruction are critical to preventing recurrence and optimizing surgical outcomes.
Subtle cavovarus deformity can...
08/21/2025
Podiatry Today

Clinician Commentary

Use of phenol to cauterize the root of an ingrown nail at the medial border
Blog
12/23/2025
Bethany Robinson, BS
This author explores what the literature tells us about the occupational safety of phenol use in podiatric practice.
This author explores what the literature tells us about the occupational safety of phenol use in podiatric practice.
This author explores what the...
12/23/2025
Podiatry Today
a doctor using a laptop
Clinician Commentary
11/11/2025
Jennifer J. Spector, DPM, FACFAS
The Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) model will launch as planned in the six impacted states on January 1, 2026, even in the context of the current government shutdown.
The Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) model will launch as planned in the six impacted states on January 1, 2026, even in the context of the current government shutdown.
The Wasteful and Inappropriate...
11/11/2025
Podiatry Today
Jeffrey D. Lehrman, DPM, FASPS, MAPWCA, CPC, CPMA
Clinician Commentary
11/06/2025
Jeffrey D. Lehrman DPM, CPC, CPMA
This author offers insights on the CMS Final Rule on skin substitute payment, as well as next steps for providers.
This author offers insights on the CMS Final Rule on skin substitute payment, as well as next steps for providers.
This author offers insights on...
11/06/2025
Podiatry Today
Futuristic photo suggesting technology and future thinking
Clinician Commentary
11/01/2025
CMS has finalized the physician fee schedule payment model for skin substitutes in 2026. Learn more about the facts from this update.
CMS has finalized the physician fee schedule payment model for skin substitutes in 2026. Learn more about the facts from this update.
CMS has finalized the physician...
11/01/2025
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Clinician Commentary
10/20/2025
Jean V. Archer, DPM, FACPM, CWS, FACCWS, FASPS, FAPWHc; Waleed Al-Hardan, MD
This report presents the unique perspective of a podiatric physician integrated into the surgical management of an unstable ankle fracture, performed by an orthopedic trauma surgeon. The experience highlights both the technical nuances of...
This report presents the unique perspective of a podiatric physician integrated into the surgical management of an unstable ankle fracture, performed by an orthopedic trauma surgeon. The experience highlights both the technical nuances of...
This report presents the unique...
10/20/2025
Podiatry Today
Marcinko
Clinician Commentary
10/03/2025
Dr. David Edward Marcinko, MBA, MEd
There is no way to eliminate all the risks associated with starting a podiatry practice in the current healthcare ecosystem. However, entrepreneurial-focused doctors can improve their chance of success with good planning and preparation.
There is no way to eliminate all the risks associated with starting a podiatry practice in the current healthcare ecosystem. However, entrepreneurial-focused doctors can improve their chance of success with good planning and preparation.
There is no way to eliminate all...
10/03/2025
Podiatry Today
Hinkes
Blog
09/29/2025
Mark Hinkes, DPM, FACFAS, FAPWCA, DABFAS
Should comprehensive diabetic foot exams have their own code?
Should comprehensive diabetic foot exams have their own code?
Should comprehensive diabetic...
09/29/2025
Podiatry Today
Weiss
Clinician Commentary
09/08/2025
David T. Weiss, DPM, FACFAS
How might post-traumatic stress disorder manifest as lower extremity pathology? Learn more about this potential connection and ongoing related research.
How might post-traumatic stress disorder manifest as lower extremity pathology? Learn more about this potential connection and ongoing related research.
How might post-traumatic stress...
09/08/2025
Podiatry Today
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Clinician Commentary
07/23/2025
Tavin B. Morgan, DPM; Anthony J. Popoff, DPM
As current literature available is sparse and conflicting, further research could provide more insight regarding its efficacy. Additional investigation may lead to new findings on new indications for PRP’s use in the field of podiatry.
As current literature available is sparse and conflicting, further research could provide more insight regarding its efficacy. Additional investigation may lead to new findings on new indications for PRP’s use in the field of podiatry.
As current literature available...
07/23/2025
Podiatry Today
Dr. Snyder
Clinician Commentary
06/09/2025
Jennifer J. Spector, DPM, FACFAS
Review these highlights from a recent poster at SAWC Spring, along with salient commentary from one of the researchers.
Review these highlights from a recent poster at SAWC Spring, along with salient commentary from one of the researchers.
Review these highlights from a...
06/09/2025
Podiatry Today

SAWC Fall

Surgeons in an operating room focused on a patient care
Videos
01/07/2026
Patrick McEneaney, DPM, FACFAS, AAPWCA; Rimvydas A. Statkus, DPM, FACFAS
These researchers share highlights from their poster presentations at SAWC.
These researchers share highlights from their poster presentations at SAWC.
These researchers share...
01/07/2026
Podiatry Today
Windy Cole, DPM, CWSP, FFPM RCPS (Glasg)
Videos
12/16/2025
Windy Cole, DPM, CWSP, FFPM RCPS (Glasg)
This SAWC Fall speaker discusses a new consensus document on antimicrobial stewardship recently published in Wounds and what DPMs can learn.
This SAWC Fall speaker discusses a new consensus document on antimicrobial stewardship recently published in Wounds and what DPMs can learn.
This SAWC Fall speaker discusses...
12/16/2025
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Conference Coverage
11/13/2025
Brian McCurdy
DFUs remain among the most complex and costly complications of diabetes, representing not just localized wounds but indicators of systemic disease. This SAWC Fall speaker discussed how innovative technologies can aid patients.
DFUs remain among the most complex and costly complications of diabetes, representing not just localized wounds but indicators of systemic disease. This SAWC Fall speaker discussed how innovative technologies can aid patients.
DFUs remain among the most...
11/13/2025
Podiatry Today
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Conference Coverage
09/17/2025
Kelsey Millonig, DPM, MPH, AACFAS; Rachel Gerber, DPM; Christopher A. Juels, AACFAS, DPM
At the 2025 APMA National, a lively roundtable discussion explored current perspectives and challenges in minimally invasive surgery (MIS) versus traditional open procedures. Their session delved into key surgical applications including...
At the 2025 APMA National, a lively roundtable discussion explored current perspectives and challenges in minimally invasive surgery (MIS) versus traditional open procedures. Their session delved into key surgical applications including...
At the 2025 APMA National, a...
09/17/2025
Podiatry Today
Speakers
Conference Coverage
08/26/2025
Elizabeth Piselli, DPM; Melissa Lockwood, DPM; Andrew Schneider, DPM; Alicia Canzanese, DPM, ATC, FAAPSM, CAQ-SM, DABPM
Affiliated organizations at the APMA National came together to discuss key components of patient care.
Affiliated organizations at the APMA National came together to discuss key components of patient care.
Affiliated organizations at the...
08/26/2025
Podiatry Today
Verdin
Conference Insider
07/26/2025
Craig J. Verdin, DPM, DABPM, AACFAS
This oral abstract from the 2025 APMA National dives into research findings on the parabola after transmetatarsal amputation.
This oral abstract from the 2025 APMA National dives into research findings on the parabola after transmetatarsal amputation.
This oral abstract from the 2025...
07/26/2025
Podiatry Today
Russell
Conference Insider
07/26/2025
Camellia Russell, MBA
Learn more about recent research from the 2025 APMA National.
Learn more about recent research from the 2025 APMA National.
Learn more about recent research...
07/26/2025
Podiatry Today
Rothenberg
Conference Insider
07/25/2025
Gary M. Rothenberg, DPM
Dr. Rothenberg shares insights from a poster presented at the APMA National 2025.
Dr. Rothenberg shares insights from a poster presented at the APMA National 2025.
Dr. Rothenberg shares insights...
07/25/2025
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SAWC Spring
04/30/2025
Brian McCurdy
Bromelain-based debridement (BBD) is advantageous compared to debridement via gel vehicle, according to a poster presented at SAWC Spring.
Bromelain-based debridement (BBD) is advantageous compared to debridement via gel vehicle, according to a poster presented at SAWC Spring.
Bromelain-based debridement...
04/30/2025
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SAWC Spring
04/29/2025
Brian McCurdy
A poster presented at the Symposium on Advanced Wound Care (SAWC) Spring evaluated a multimedia educational resource platform, Health Literacy + Innovation for Positive Patient Outcomes (HIPPO), for its effect in reducing the risk of...
A poster presented at the Symposium on Advanced Wound Care (SAWC) Spring evaluated a multimedia educational resource platform, Health Literacy + Innovation for Positive Patient Outcomes (HIPPO), for its effect in reducing the risk of...
A poster presented at the...
04/29/2025
Podiatry Today