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Ankle Surgery
02/01/2026
Jeffrey E. McAlister, DPM, FACFAS; Keith A. Crenshaw, DPM, MS, AACFAS
Chronic ankle instability (CAI) is a well-established precursor to post-traumatic ankle osteoarthritis, driven by altered joint mechanics and progressive cartilage degeneration. This article reviews the pathophysiologic link between CAI and...
Chronic ankle instability (CAI) is a well-established precursor to post-traumatic ankle osteoarthritis, driven by altered joint mechanics and progressive cartilage degeneration. This article reviews the pathophysiologic link between CAI and...
Chronic ankle instability (CAI)...
02/01/2026
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Heel Ulcers
02/01/2026
Jacob Wynes, DPM, MS, FACFAS; Korey DuBois, DPM, AACFAS; Kelly McKeon, DPM; Nicole K. Cates, DPM, AACFAS; Azeen Farahani, DPM
This article introduces a minimally invasive technique designed to functionally shorten an over-lengthened or weakened Achilles tendon and correct calcaneal gait, reducing pathologic heel loading without a formal tendon transection. The...
This article introduces a minimally invasive technique designed to functionally shorten an over-lengthened or weakened Achilles tendon and correct calcaneal gait, reducing pathologic heel loading without a formal tendon transection. The...
This article introduces a...
02/01/2026
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Lumbosacral Pathology
02/01/2026
Nicholas Romansky, DPM, FACFAS
Lower extremity pain, numbness, or weakness frequently presents to podiatry as an isolated foot problem, yet a substantial proportion originates proximally from the lumbosacral spine or nerve roots. Because radiculopathy and stenosis often...
Lower extremity pain, numbness, or weakness frequently presents to podiatry as an isolated foot problem, yet a substantial proportion originates proximally from the lumbosacral spine or nerve roots. Because radiculopathy and stenosis often...
Lower extremity pain, numbness,...
02/01/2026
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Lower Extremity Wounds
02/01/2026
Arthur Evensen, DPM, CWSP; Jodi Walters, DPM, DABFAS; Nicklett Johnston, DNP; Amanda Sepulveda, NP; James Dancho, DPM; David Jolley DPM, DABFAS; Valarie Samoy, DPM, DABPM; Lorrie Mills, BSBM, CCRP
This retrospective evaluation takes a look at wound healing outcomes using synthetic extracellular matrix dressings, amniotic allografts, and combination therapy in lower extremity wounds of varying complexity.
This retrospective evaluation takes a look at wound healing outcomes using synthetic extracellular matrix dressings, amniotic allografts, and combination therapy in lower extremity wounds of varying complexity.
This retrospective evaluation...
02/01/2026
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Regenerative Medicine
02/01/2026
Nicole G. Freels, DPM, FACPM, CPed
Regenerative medicine is rapidly reshaping how podiatrists approach musculoskeletal injury, chronic pain, wound care, and patient expectations. Foot and ankle specialists are uniquely positioned to lead the responsible integration of such...
Regenerative medicine is rapidly reshaping how podiatrists approach musculoskeletal injury, chronic pain, wound care, and patient expectations. Foot and ankle specialists are uniquely positioned to lead the responsible integration of such...
Regenerative medicine is rapidly...
02/01/2026
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PSI for TAR
02/01/2026
Jason George DeVries, DPM, FACFAS; Brandon M. Scharer, DPM, FACFAS
Precise implant alignment remains a cornerstone of successful total ankle replacement, driving both longevity and functional outcomes. Patient-specific instrumentation has emerged as a key enabling technology, offering surgeons a CT-based,...
Precise implant alignment remains a cornerstone of successful total ankle replacement, driving both longevity and functional outcomes. Patient-specific instrumentation has emerged as a key enabling technology, offering surgeons a CT-based,...
Precise implant alignment...
02/01/2026
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Radiographic view of ankle osteoarthritis with joint space narrowing
Quiz
01/24/2026
Jennifer J. Spector, DPM, FACFAS
More questions to enhance your learning on this key procedure.
More questions to enhance your learning on this key procedure.
More questions to enhance your...
01/24/2026
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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
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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
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Running shoe in orange and black colors focusing on the laces
Quiz
01/19/2026
Jennifer J. Spector, DPM, FACFAS
What do podiatrists need to know to best serve young athletes? These questions touch on a few key issues.
What do podiatrists need to know to best serve young athletes? These questions touch on a few key issues.
What do podiatrists need to know...
01/19/2026
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lateral radiographic view of a total ankle replacement with hardware visible
Quiz
01/18/2026
Jennifer J. Spector, DPM, FACFAS
Test yourself with a few key pearls!
Test yourself with a few key pearls!
Test yourself with a few key...
01/18/2026
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Clinician Commentary

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
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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
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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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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
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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
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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
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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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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
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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
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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
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