Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

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by James I. Jeffery

J. Am. Podiatr. Med. Assoc. 1996, 86(8), 402-403; https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-86-8-402 - 1 Aug 1996

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To the Editor: Injuries to the posterior tibial tendon that commonly cause instability to the foot and ankle and allow it to twist and give way are often overlooked [...] Full article

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Pedal Manifestations of Milroy’s Disease

by Sunil D. Mehta, Richard J. Robinson and Samuel A. Bern

J. Am. Podiatr. Med. Assoc. 1996, 86(8), 400-402; https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-86-8-400 - 1 Aug 1996

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To the Editor: Milroy’s disease, initially described by Letessier in 1865, is a rare congenital lymphedema characterized by familial occurrences of painless swelling in one or both lower extremities [...] Full article

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Ectrodactyly. A Unique Case Presentation

by John C. Libbie, Francis F. Derk and Anthony J. Nardozza

J. Am. Podiatr. Med. Assoc. 1996, 86(8), 398-400; https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-86-8-398 - 1 Aug 1996

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To the Editor: Cleft foot, lobster foot, claw foot, and ostrich foot are synonyms for a rare pedal deformity occurring in 1:90,000 births [...] Full article

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Foreign-Body Reaction to Absorbable Fixation Devices

by Jeffrey Frederick, Timothy J. Hulst and Alistair S. Sundareson

J. Am. Podiatr. Med. Assoc. 1996, 86(8), 396-398; https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-86-8-396 - 1 Aug 1996

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To the Editor: Biodegradable fixation is becoming a viable alternative to traditional fixation techniques. In recent medical literature, a degree of success has been reported in several clinical trials involving long-term follow-up care of patients with absorbable fixation [...] Full article

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History of Residency Selection Issues in Podiatric Medicine

by Elizabeth Udris Dorcey and Alan R. Tinkleman

J. Am. Podiatr. Med. Assoc. 1996, 86(8), 390-395; https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-86-8-390 - 1 Aug 1996

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Issues related to residency interview and selection processes have concerned the podiatric medical profession for nearly 20 years. This article presents a chronology and summary of efforts undertaken to address these problems, including a discussion of legal ramifications of residency approval requirements related [...] Read more.

Issues related to residency interview and selection processes have concerned the podiatric medical profession for nearly 20 years. This article presents a chronology and summary of efforts undertaken to address these problems, including a discussion of legal ramifications of residency approval requirements related to establishment of a uniform notification date and participation in a resident-matching service. Full article

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Role of State Licensing Boards

by James H. Rathlesberger

J. Am. Podiatr. Med. Assoc. 1996, 86(8), 383-389; https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-86-8-383 - 1 Aug 1996

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Some leaders of the profession and its educational components have voiced concern about changes under way in California and questioned whether the state board of podiatric medicine is acting appropriately. The author attempts to clarify the role of state licensing boards, developments in [...] Read more.

Some leaders of the profession and its educational components have voiced concern about changes under way in California and questioned whether the state board of podiatric medicine is acting appropriately. The author attempts to clarify the role of state licensing boards, developments in California, and the board's alignment with those calling for state licensing agencies to help lead reform of medical education. Full article

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Partnership Between a Veterans Affairs Medical Center and a Podiatric Medical College

by Gerald A. Gorecki, Douglas A. Albreski and Leonard A. Levy

J. Am. Podiatr. Med. Assoc. 1996, 86(8), 376-382; https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-86-8-376 - 1 Aug 1996

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The health care academic delivery system is dramatically changing in today's economy. In order to survive, the delivery system must decrease its costs and increase productivity. Integration of academic affiliates and community health care facilities has produced a more efficient health care system [...] Read more.

The health care academic delivery system is dramatically changing in today's economy. In order to survive, the delivery system must decrease its costs and increase productivity. Integration of academic affiliates and community health care facilities has produced a more efficient health care system and improved medical education. The formation and methodology of the mutual benefits and responsibilities between a health care system and a college of podiatric medicine are examined in detail. Developing unique sharing partnerships can mutually improve medical student experiences, reduce financial burdens, combine joint research projects, and ultimately improve patient care. Full article

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Podiatric Medical Education and Practice. 1960s to the 21st Century

by Leonard A. Levy

J. Am. Podiatr. Med. Assoc. 1996, 86(8), 370-375; https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-86-8-370 - 1 Aug 1996

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An overview of the development of medical and podiatric medical education in the US is provided. Beginning with the 1910 Flexner Report in medicine and moving to the 1996 Educational Enhancement Project of podiatric medicine, major changes have taken place that have made [...] Read more.

An overview of the development of medical and podiatric medical education in the US is provided. Beginning with the 1910 Flexner Report in medicine and moving to the 1996 Educational Enhancement Project of podiatric medicine, major changes have taken place that have made podiatric medicine a profession quite comparable to medicine. This is most obvious in the education and training process. It is essential that both the content and method of educating the podiatric physician for the 21st century reflect the rapidly evolving health care delivery and financing system. Full article

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California Liaison Committee for Podiatric Medical Education and Training

by Franklin J. Medio, Richard Stess and Brad L. Naylor

J. Am. Podiatr. Med. Assoc. 1996, 86(8), 364-369; https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-86-8-364 - 1 Aug 1996

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Podiatric medicine faces some significant challenges that threaten its future growth and development. The California Liaison Committee for Podiatric Medical Education and Training exemplifies an innovative approach to meeting these challenges. The California Liaison Committee has established a dialogue among California's college-based and [...] Read more.

Podiatric medicine faces some significant challenges that threaten its future growth and development. The California Liaison Committee for Podiatric Medical Education and Training exemplifies an innovative approach to meeting these challenges. The California Liaison Committee has established a dialogue among California's college-based and community-based podiatric medical educators, licensing board members, and private practitioners. The work of the California Liaison Committee, unprecedented in the state, effectively facilitates the curriculum transformation process through cooperation and collaboration. Full article

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Podiatric Educational Enhancement Project. A Project Overview

by Lynn Curry

J. Am. Podiatr. Med. Assoc. 1996, 86(8), 361-363; https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-86-8-361 - 1 Aug 1996

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Commitment to steady, adaptive improvement in podiatric medical professionals has taken shape in the Podiatric Educational Enhancement Project. This project involves wide representation from all interests, aspects, and constituencies in the profession to study opportunities and develop consensus on both small and large [...] Read more.

Commitment to steady, adaptive improvement in podiatric medical professionals has taken shape in the Podiatric Educational Enhancement Project. This project involves wide representation from all interests, aspects, and constituencies in the profession to study opportunities and develop consensus on both small and large enhancements possible in the continuum of podiatric medical education. More than 1,300 podiatric physicians have contributed information and expertise, and more will be involved as the project develops during the next 18 months. Full article

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Podiatric Medical Education. A View Into the Next Century

by Anthony J. Mcnevin, Carol E. Gill and Moraith G. North

J. Am. Podiatr. Med. Assoc. 1996, 86(8), 354-360; https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-86-8-354 - 1 Aug 1996

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The authors examine the future of podiatric medicine through an analysis of the characteristics of students presently enrolled in the colleges of podiatric medicine and the characteristics of college graduates from 1990 to 1995. Specific attention is also given to a number of [...] Read more.

The authors examine the future of podiatric medicine through an analysis of the characteristics of students presently enrolled in the colleges of podiatric medicine and the characteristics of college graduates from 1990 to 1995. Specific attention is also given to a number of critical issues surrounding graduate podiatric medical education. The authors conclude that despite a growing number of challenges awaiting podiatric medical education, the present complement of students and graduates of the colleges of podiatric medicine appear to offer the public reasonable expectations for quality foot care. Full article

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