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Bob Baravarian, DPM, FACFAS
Podcasts
03/20/2026
Bob Baravarian, DPM, FACFAS
Dr. Baravarian dives into key considerations for this type of fixation, including sharing pearls from his experience.
Dr. Baravarian dives into key considerations for this type of fixation, including sharing pearls from his experience.
Dr. Baravarian dives into key...
03/20/2026
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Bob Baravarian, DPM, FACFAS
Podcasts
03/13/2026
Bob Baravarian, DPM, FACFAS
Dr. Baravarian shares his insights on the role of various biologics tools when treating ailments of the lower extremity.
Dr. Baravarian shares his insights on the role of various biologics tools when treating ailments of the lower extremity.
Dr. Baravarian shares his...
03/13/2026
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Researcher holding a tablet and consulting the screen
Research Review
03/12/2026
Jennifer J. Spector, DPM, FACFAS
This case report from the ACFAS ASC highlights a challenging postoperative complication.
This case report from the ACFAS ASC highlights a challenging postoperative complication.
This case report from the ACFAS...
03/12/2026
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Superficial Venous Arterialization
03/01/2026
Khanjan Nagarsheth, MD, MBA, RPVI; Eleanor F. Dunlap, DNP, ANP-BC, MBA; Suzanna S. Fitzpatrick, DNP, ACNP-BC, FNP-BC, FAANP; Jacob Wynes, DPM, MS, FACFAS
For patients with chronic limb-threatening ischemia (CLTI) who lack conventional revascularization options, venous arterialization offers a potential path to limb salvage. While deep venous arterialization (DVA) has gained attention in recent...
For patients with chronic limb-threatening ischemia (CLTI) who lack conventional revascularization options, venous arterialization offers a potential path to limb salvage. While deep venous arterialization (DVA) has gained attention in recent...
For patients with chronic...
03/01/2026
Podiatry Today
Total Talus Replacement
03/01/2026
Jannani Krishnan, DPM; Bhavkaranjeet Kaur, DPM; James Brian Warne, DPM
Total talus replacement is emerging as a powerful salvage option for patients with advanced avascular necrosis (AVN), failed ankle arthroplasty, or end-stage ankle arthritis. This article explores the advantages of 3D-printed...
Total talus replacement is emerging as a powerful salvage option for patients with advanced avascular necrosis (AVN), failed ankle arthroplasty, or end-stage ankle arthritis. This article explores the advantages of 3D-printed...
Total talus replacement is...
03/01/2026
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Multidisciplinary Care
03/01/2026
Alton R. Johnson, Jr., DPM, DABPM, FACPM, FASPS, CWSP

Multidisciplinary collaboration isn’t limited to academic medical centers—it’s achievable in private and community-based podiatric practices as well. In this interview, Dr. Johnson outlines practical strategies for assembling decentralized...

Multidisciplinary collaboration isn’t limited to academic medical centers—it’s achievable in private and community-based podiatric practices as well. In this interview, Dr. Johnson outlines practical strategies for assembling decentralized...

Multidisciplinary collaboration...
03/01/2026
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Campylobacter Osteomyelitis
03/01/2026
Arthur Evensen, DPM, CWSP; Jaime Moore, AGNP
This case report describes a presumed hematogenous Campylobacter osteomyelitis of the hallux in an immunocompetent adult, complicated by coexisting crystal arthropathy and culture-negative findings.
This case report describes a presumed hematogenous Campylobacter osteomyelitis of the hallux in an immunocompetent adult, complicated by coexisting crystal arthropathy and culture-negative findings.
This case report describes a...
03/01/2026
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MIS for Bunions
03/01/2026
Eric Baskin, DPM, FACFAS; Lawrence A. DiDomenico, DPM, FACFAS; Alexandra Anain, DPM, AACFAS
As minimally invasive (MIS) bunion surgery continues to gain traction, variations in fixation strategy have prompted renewed discussion around complication profiles. This article reviews both established and evolving complications associated...
As minimally invasive (MIS) bunion surgery continues to gain traction, variations in fixation strategy have prompted renewed discussion around complication profiles. This article reviews both established and evolving complications associated...
As minimally invasive (MIS)...
03/01/2026
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Plantar Fascial Tears
03/01/2026
James M. Cottom, DPM, FACFAS; Tyler J. Verdoni, DPM, AACFAS
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common complaints foot and ankle providers diagnose and treat. Interstitial tearing of the plantar fascia is prevalent, especially in chronic or recalcitrant heel pain patients. These authors describe...
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common complaints foot and ankle providers diagnose and treat. Interstitial tearing of the plantar fascia is prevalent, especially in chronic or recalcitrant heel pain patients. These authors describe...
Plantar fasciitis is one of the...
03/01/2026
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Nitric Oxide in Wound Care
03/01/2026
Windy Cole, DPM, CWSP, FFPM RCPS (Glasg)
This article explores the science, clinical rationale, and observational data supporting nitric oxide foam as a promising frontline therapy in modern wound management.
This article explores the science, clinical rationale, and observational data supporting nitric oxide foam as a promising frontline therapy in modern wound management.
This article explores the...
03/01/2026
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Microbiome
03/01/2026
Lekha Mutyala, DPM; Tal Boussi, DPM; Rachel Wagman, DPM; Elizabeth Ansert, DPM, MBA, MA, DAPBM, AACFAS
From pathogenic colonization to probiotic potential, this article reviews the skin-gut axis as it applies to chronic wound care. Learn more from this review about how the microbiome can influence wound healing—and what this means for the...
From pathogenic colonization to probiotic potential, this article reviews the skin-gut axis as it applies to chronic wound care. Learn more from this review about how the microbiome can influence wound healing—and what this means for the...
From pathogenic colonization to...
03/01/2026
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Podcasts

Bob Baravarian, DPM, FACFAS
Podcasts
03/20/2026
Bob Baravarian, DPM, FACFAS
Dr. Baravarian dives into key considerations for this type of fixation, including sharing pearls from his experience.
Dr. Baravarian dives into key considerations for this type of fixation, including sharing pearls from his experience.
Dr. Baravarian dives into key...
03/20/2026
Podiatry Today
Bob Baravarian, DPM, FACFAS
Podcasts
03/13/2026
Bob Baravarian, DPM, FACFAS
Dr. Baravarian shares his insights on the role of various biologics tools when treating ailments of the lower extremity.
Dr. Baravarian shares his insights on the role of various biologics tools when treating ailments of the lower extremity.
Dr. Baravarian shares his...
03/13/2026
Podiatry Today
Lowell Weil, Jr., DPM, MBA
Podcasts
02/27/2026
Lowell Scott Weil, Jr., DPM, MBA, FACFAS
In this Q&A from the 2026 ACFAS Annual Scientific Conference, Dr. Lowell Weil Jr. discusses where hammertoe procedures most often go off track.
In this Q&A from the 2026 ACFAS Annual Scientific Conference, Dr. Lowell Weil Jr. discusses where hammertoe procedures most often go off track.
In this Q&A from the 2026 ACFAS...
02/27/2026
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Rachel Albright, DPM, FACFAS
Podcasts
02/26/2026
Rachel H. Albright, DPM, MPH
Dr. Albright reflects on her recent session at the ACFAS ASC on when forefoot cases do not have the desired outcomes.
Dr. Albright reflects on her recent session at the ACFAS ASC on when forefoot cases do not have the desired outcomes.
Dr. Albright reflects on her...
02/26/2026
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Rachel Albright, DPM, FACFAS
Podcasts
02/25/2026
Rachel H. Albright, DPM, MPH
Learn more about patient expectations in HAV surgery from Dr. Albright's ACFAS ASC session.
Learn more about patient expectations in HAV surgery from Dr. Albright's ACFAS ASC session.
Learn more about patient...
02/25/2026
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Brett Chatman, DPM
Podcasts
02/10/2026
Brett Chatman, DPM
In this episode, Dr. Chatman points out applications and results of DVA for limb preservation in otherwise no-option cases.
In this episode, Dr. Chatman points out applications and results of DVA for limb preservation in otherwise no-option cases.
In this episode, Dr. Chatman...
02/10/2026
Podiatry Today
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
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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
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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
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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

Clinician Commentary

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
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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
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
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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
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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
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Futuristic photo suggesting technology and future thinking
Clinician Commentary
11/01/2025
Jennifer J. Spector, DPM, FACFAS
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
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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
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ACFAS

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
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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
Alan Catanzariti, DPM, FACFAS
Conference Coverage
02/24/2026
Alan R. Catanzariti, DPM, FACFAS
In this expert interview about his ACFAS ASC session, Dr. Catanzariti explores the variants surgeons most commonly overlook and the clinical mindset required to avoid recurrence, instability, and iatrogenic injury.
In this expert interview about his ACFAS ASC session, Dr. Catanzariti explores the variants surgeons most commonly overlook and the clinical mindset required to avoid recurrence, instability, and iatrogenic injury.
In this expert interview about...
02/24/2026
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Open wound on the posterior aspect of the ankle
Sponsored Content
02/20/2026
Jonathan Richards, DPM
Learn more and hear about additional case studies related to tendon repair and the versatile use of intact fish-skin for tendon protection and wounds in the operating room at the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.
Learn more and hear about additional case studies related to tendon repair and the versatile use of intact fish-skin for tendon protection and wounds in the operating room at the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.
Learn more and hear about...
02/20/2026
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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
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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
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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
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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
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