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- Apr 08,2010Apr 11,2010Update 2010: Reconstructive Surgery of the Foot & Ankle04/08/2010 - 10:4304/11/2010 - 10:43website:
Podiatry Institute
Crowne Plaza Ravinia, Atlanta, GA - Apr 17,2010Apr 20,20102010 SAWC Spring04/17/2010 - 11:2304/20/2010 - 11:23website:
Gaylord Palms Hotel and Convention Center
Orlando, FL - Apr 29,2010May 02,2010Surgical Pearls by the Sea: Current Trends in Foot and Ankle Surgery04/29/2010 - 10:4405/02/2010 - 10:44website:
Podiatry Institute
Newport Marriott, Newport, RI - May 13,2010May 15,2010Wine Country Podiatric Symposium: Escape to Napa Valley05/13/2010 - 10:4505/15/2010 - 10:45website:
Podiatry Institute
Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa, Napa Valley, CA
Non-Accredited Education
Managing the Diabetic Foot: A Clinical and Economic View Complimentary Archived Webcast
Non-Accredited
Understanding Collagen Dressings and their Benefit in Wound Care
Complimentary Archived Webcast
non-accredited
Feature
Essential Insights On Electronic Medical Records
As healthcare moves further into the digital realm, having a competent electronic medical records (EMR) system becomes a necessity and not just a high-tech toy. This author discusses key attributes to look for in an EMR system, how these systems can streamline the practice and how to decide upon a particular system.
How To Facilitate Adherence In High-Risk Patients
Poorly managed diabetes can have devastating consequences and there are challenges in getting patients to do their part in following treatment regimens. With these things in mind, this author offers key insights into the psychology of non-adherent behavior and how to get patients back on the right path.
When Is Amputation The Salvage Procedure?
While there may be a perception of amputation as a failure in treatment, these authors maintain that amputation salvage procedures do play a role in limb preservation and can enhance the quality of life for patients with diabetes. They address the timing and decision-making with these procedures and review emerging advances in prosthetics.
The Charcot Foot: What You Need to Know
Given the potential complications of Charcot foot in the diabetic population, these authors review the pathophysiology of the disease, discuss key diagnostic considerations and offer their perspectives on possible surgical treatments.
The Charcot foot poses quite a challenge in even the most organized centers. The outcomes are often poor and can lead to osteomyelitis, amputation and permanent disability. The diagnostic delay averages 29 weeks.1 Even when appropriate diagnosis occurs early, there is no agreement on the best treatment approach.
Pertinent Pointers On Offloading Diabetic Foot Ulcerations
Offloading plays a key role in the management of diabetic foot ulcerations. With this in mind, these authors review the literature and discuss a variety of modalities ranging from non-weightbearing options and therapeutic half-shoes to removable cast walkers and total contact casts.
Essential Insights On Treating Diabetic Heel Ulcers
Diabetic heel ulcers are particularly challenging to treat as a wide range of factors can affect potential healing. With this in mind, this author discusses the challenges of wound bed preparation, key considerations with offloading and the possible impact of peripheral arterial disease.
Despite a better understanding and the advent of preventive measures that have been developed to address heel ulcers, the problems we encounter due to complications of diabetes make treating this specific patient population more challenging.
Keys To Treating Plantar Fasciitis In Runners
Treating plantar fasciitis in this patient population can be particularly challenging. Accordingly, this author offers insights on initial conservative care, weighs in on the merits of orthotics, and reviews pertinent issues in addressing recalcitrant plantar fasciitis.
How To Address Hypertrophic And Keloid Scars
The management of scars has come a long way over the years but still poses a significant problem both to the physician and the patient. This author reviews the clinical presentation of abnormal scars as well as the development of numerous treatments for the management of hypertrophic and keloid scars.
Keys To Preventing Complications With Subtalar Joint Implants
In order to reduce the risk of potential complications with subtalar joint implants, these authors offer salient tips on the diagnostic workup, an overview of the currently available implants and how to facilitate appropriate procedure selection.
Maximizing Office Revenue: What You Should Know
Given the challenges of ensuring sound profitability for your practice in a difficult economic climate, this author reviews key principles to ensure proper billing and reimbursement, and how to minimize expenses. He also discusses key considerations when debating whether to offer additional services or purchase new diagnostic equipment.
There are two components for the financial success of a practice: maximizing income and minimizing expenses. Being able to achieve both of these components is essential, especially in these difficult economic times.
Gretna, Louisiana
CME Showcase
"Current Concepts In Healing Chronic Diabetic Foot Ulcerations"
A Complimentary On-Demand CE/CME Webcast This activity is supported by an educational grant from Advanced Biohealing. To access this Webcast, visit www.naccme.com/program/n-550/ |
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