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Podoplastic Approach For Diabetic Charcot Foot Reconstruction: Combined Medial Column Arthrodesis, Muscle Flap Closure And Circular External Fixation, Madison Power-Kruger, Alieu Kanu, Joshua Green, Thomas Zgonis

Central & West Texas and San Antonio GME Research Day 2026

No abstract provided.

Early Results Of Custom 3d Printed Midfoot Cage For Segmental Bone Loss, Morgan Shano, Jake Shulmister, Emma Kayal, Alan Ng, Brett Sachs, Ronnie Pollard

Continental and Mountain Divisions GME Resarch Day 2026

No abstract provided.

Midfoot Fusion With A Trephine Technique And Novel Dowel Implant: A Case Report, John Savage, Keith Jacobson, Brett Sachs, Ronnie Pollard

Continental and Mountain Divisions GME Resarch Day 2026

No abstract provided.

Panacos Procedure For Treatment Of Uncooperative Warts, Val Haddon, Joel Santana, Andra Achim

West Florida Division GME Research Day 2026

No abstract provided.

Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases: A Concise Guide On The Fundamentals Of Infectious Disease In Podiatric Medical Education, Paramita Basu

Open Touro Created

2026

This Open Educational Resource (OER), Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases, is a student-centered textbook designed to support pre-clinical podiatric medical students enrolled in PCLP 610 Infectious Diseases at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. The book is structured as a collection of concise “chapter briefs” or high‑yield notes that align closely with the course syllabus, lecture objectives, and student learning outcomes, while also reflecting the Microbiology learning objectives outlined in the AACPM Council of Faculties Curricular Guide.

The content covers core principles of medical microbiology and infectious diseases, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites, host–pathogen interactions, antimicrobial therapy, resistance …

Antibiotics Vs Surgical Resection In Foot And Ankle Osteomyelitis, Travis Rich, Marshall G. Solomon

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Osteomyelitis, a serious bone infection, is particularly challenging in diabetic patients due to poor vascularization and impaired immune response.1 Timely and effective treatment is essential to prevent severe complications, including limb loss or even death.2 This study aims to evaluate the likelihood of surgical excision or amputation versus antibiotic treatment alone in diabetic patients with bone biopsyconfirmed acute osteomyelitis of the lower extremity.

Case Report Of Surgical Management For Charcot Foot Medial Column Beaming With Stj Arthrodesis, Prachi Patel, Randy Semma

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Medial column beaming is a surgical procedure that involves inserting a metallic beam to the medial column of the foot to treat the Charcot deformity of the foot.

A surgeon will use a large diameter screw to insert a beam into medial column which includes the first metatarsal, medial cuneiform, navicular and talus (fig 3) The beam shares the load of weightbearing with the foot's ligaments and joints, reducing the abnormal loss of structural integrity that can occur in Charcot arthropathy of the foot.

Subtalar joint fusion is often performed concurrently with medial column beaming to enhance the overall stability …

Sole Searching: The Mystery Of A Left Foot Mood Swing Unraveled Patient, Kaitlin Sebranek

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About 0.2% of patients in the Diabetic population have Charcot Neuroarthropathy.

When the gold standard of offloading in a total contact cast fails for CN patients, surgical treatment can be considered to achieve a stable, plantigrade, and functional foot.

Due to the complexity of the condition, potential complications such as hardware breakage, nonunion, and infection can result over time.

The Diagnosis Of Polyarteritis Nodosa In The Setting Of Lower Extremity Lesions: A Case Report, Eric Li, Jihan Toma

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Polyarteritis nodosa (PAN) is a systemic necrotizing vasculitis affecting medium-sized arteries, involving multiple organs, with the most frequently affected tissues being skin and peripheral nerves (1). The distinct pearl neckless pattern led to the naming of this condition (2). Cutaneous polyarteritis nodosa (CPAN) is a variant of PAN confined to the skin, muscles and peripheral nerves in the absence of any systemic involvement (1). This rare form of systemic necrotizing vasculitis is limited to the medium-sized arteries of the skinand has a more favorable prognosis (1). PAN is also linked to Hepatitis B(2).The current diagnostic criteria for CPAN were proposed …

Stepping Into Relief: Conquering Rheumatoid Arthritic Foot Pain With Podiatric Management, Natalie Diaz, Marshall Solomon, Inocencio Cuesta

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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic multifactorial autoimmune disease that causes progressive joint destruction along with causing cutaneous manifestations such as nodules. RA negatively impacts life by producing pain, impairing quality of life and biomechanical function of the lower extremities.

Antibiotics Vs Surgical Resection In Foot And Ankle Osteomyelitis, Travis Rich, Marshall G. Solomon

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Osteomyelitis, a serious bone infection, is particularly challenging in diabetic patients due to poor vascularization and impaired immune response.1 Timely and effective treatment is essential to prevent severe complications, including limb loss or even death.2 This study aims to evaluate the likelihood of surgical excision or amputation versus antibiotic treatment alone in diabetic patients with bone biopsyconfirmed acute osteomyelitis of the lower extremity.

Kaposi Sarcoma: Case Study, Mohamed Elshebiny, Marshall G. Solomon

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Kaposi Sarcoma (KS) is a vascular tumor usually caused by a herpestype virus HHV-8

Lesions often appear as flat or raised purple-colored, and depending on the stage may be nodular and break the skin when they ulcerate.

Stages of KS are Patch stage (early stage), Plaque stage, and Nodular stage (tumor/late stage).

Can be one of four types:

–AIDS related KS – infected with HIV (AKS)

– Transplant-associated – in immunosuppressed pts

Classic – often in pts Eastern-European, Mediterranean/Middle Eastern descent

– Endemic

The Curious Case Of Ainhum Dactolysis Spontanea, Jesse Miller, Michele Bertele-Semma, Randy Semma

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HPI

• 46 yoAfrican male, no major PMH.
• Pt presents with severe pain in the right 5thtoe.
• Pt had used a corn remover at home treatment 2 years ago which they stated started the progression in the pain of the patient.
• Pt states that the toe has progressively become more constricted and painful.
• Pt states that they want their toe amputated to relieve the pain.

Repair Of Achilles Tendon Re-Rupture With Fhl Transfer: A Case Study, Taylor Allison, Joshua Kazdan

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The Achilles tendon consists of the soleus muscle and two heads of the gastrocnemius muscle. Loss of its function can result in loss of plantarflexion strength, which can impact activities of daily living. In a study by Scheller et al, Achilles tendon ruptures were missed on initial evaluation on 25% of their patients. Other studies have reported a similar incidence of misdiagnoses. Patients may also delay treatment due to decreased pain after the initial injury. Ruptures diagnosed 4 weeks from injury are often considered chronic, and many of these patients benefit from surgical repair. A flexor hallucis longus (FHL) transfer …

Complications And Formation Of Sinus Tracts Due To Presence Of Lead From Foreign Bodies Insoft Tissue: A Case Report, Peter J. Godoy, Marshall G. Solomon

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A cornerstone of lower extremity limb salvage is to avoid development of wound complicationsinvolved in soft tissue infections .

Predicting probability of sinus tract development due to presence of lead in soft tissues from foreign bodies. Inthis particular case a bulletfragment from a previous gunshot wound was noted to be the catalyst disrupting multiple biologic processes and impairing the function of soft tissues to heal. Predicting a level of contamination in this particular case leadbelieved to cause oxidative stress and inflammation and prompt excisional removal canavoid sinus tract formations and complications.

This study presents a unique case that demonstratesbeneficial patient …

Allograft Reconstruction For Fluoroquinolone-Induced Achilles Rupture: A Case Study, Val Haddon, Brandon Mojica, Joel Santana, Marjory Jones

West Florida Division GME Research Day 2025

No abstract provided.

Case Report Of Surgical Management For Charcot Foot Medial Column Beaming With Stj Arthrodesis, Prachi Patel, Randy Semma

Posters

Medial column beaming is a surgical procedure that involves inserting a metallic beam to the medial column of the foot to treat the Charcot deformity of the foot.

A surgeon will use a large diameter screw to insert a beam into medial column which includes the first metatarsal, medial cuneiform, navicular and talus (fig 3) The beam shares the load of weightbearing with the foot's ligaments and joints, reducing the abnormal loss of structural integrity that can occur in Charcot arthropathy of the foot.

Subtalar joint fusion is often performed concurrently with medial column beaming to enhance the overall stability …

Sole Searching: The Mystery Of A Left Foot Mood Swing Unraveled, Kaitlin Sebranek, Randy Semma

Posters

About 0.2% of patients in the Diabetic population have Charcot Neuroarthropathy.

When the gold standard of offloading in a total contact cast fails for CN patients, surgical treatment can be considered to achieve a stable, plantigrade, and functional foot.

Due to the complexity of the condition, potential complications such as hardware breakage, nonunion, and infection can result over time.

Complications And Formation Of Sinus Tracts Due To Presence Of Lead From Foreign Bodies In Soft Tissue: A Case Report, Peter J. Godoy, Marshall G. Solomon

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A cornerstone of lower extremity limb salvage is to avoid development of wound complications involved in soft tissue infections . Predicting probability of sinus tract development due to presence of lead in soft tissues from foreign bodies. In this particular case a bullet fragment from a previous gunshot wound was noted to be the catalyst disrupting multiple biologic processes and impairing the function of soft tissues to heal. Predicting a level of contamination in this particular case lead believed to cause oxidative stress and inflammation and prompt excisional removal can avoid sinus tract formations and complications. This study presents a …

The Curious Case Of Ainhum Dactolysis Spontanea, Jesse Miller, Michele Bertele-Semma, Randy Semma

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46 yo African male, no major PMH.

Pt presents with severe pain in the right 5th toe.

Pt had used a corn remover at home treatment 2 years ago which they stated started the progression in the pain of the patient.

Pt states that the toe has progressively become more constricted and painful.

Pt states that they want their toe amputated to relieve the pain.

Utilization Of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy And Split Thickness Skin Grafts In The Context Of Complex Skin Closure Via Secondary Intention: A Protocol Approach, Jihan Toma, Eric Li, Randy Semma, Michele Bertelle-Semma, Asif Khan

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Patients with complex, chronic foot wounds or ulcerations are at risk for major amputations. In this quality improvement (QI) initiative, we present an implemented protocol for patients with foot ulcerations and attempt to heal them using a combination of wound vac therapy and split thickness skin grafting. These patients have a history of either diabetes and/or neuropathy that makes wound healing more difficult than an otherwise healthy individual.

Diabetic Limb Salvage: Chopart Amputation, Jesse Miller, Randy Semma

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Diabetic limb salvage is the act of saving a limb, even with decreased function after infection.

It is the difficult choice of the surgeon/patient to decide to proceed with salvage versus amputation proximally.

Case Report Of Bullous Diabeticorum: A Self-Limiting Condition With Potentially Devastating Consequences, Taylor Allison, Randy Semma

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Bullous diabeticorum (BD) is a skin manifestation of patients with diabetes mellitus with an incidence of about 0.16% per year (Larsen et al) although the condition is believed to be widely underdiagnosed. The blistering disease favors acral regions of the body including the feet. There are no accepted diagnostic tests, and histopathology results are often inconclusive which makes BD a clinical diagnosis of exclusion. It is often self-limiting and resolves in a few weeks without residual sequelae. However, it may present with a secondary bacterial infection which can put patients at risk for soft tissue infections and osteomyelitis requiring more …

Revisional Arthrodesis Of Tarsometatarsal (Lisfranc) Complex Injury Secondary To Non-Union, Lei Wilson, Randy Semma

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The tarsometatarsal joint and its components provide structural support for the foot. Notably the Lisfranc ligament is a fundamental stabilizer for the midfoot. Injuries to this component are complex and can be debilitating. These injuries require surgical intervention when significant displacement resulting in instability is involved.

Following success of several previous repairs of Lisfranc fractures and dislocations, a treatment algorithm has been proposed. This case report demonstrates the success of the algorithm which has allowed the surgeon to perform reduction and repair in a reproducible, step-wise manner with minimal difficulty to ensure successional revisional arthrodesis of a non-union

Cohort Study Using A Survey To Evaluate The Effects Of Sleep On Hba1c Levels And Foot Pathology In Patients Seen In The Podiatry Clinic, Carmen Johnson, Eric Li, Jihan Toma, Marshall G. Solomon

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We investigate the impacts of sleep issues on patients in the podiatry clinic by comparing HbA1c, sleep, and foot pathology. Diabetic foot pathology of peripheral arterial disease, peripheral neuropathy, lower extremity ulcerations, and a history of lower extremity amputation all increase the patient's risk of future amputation. Once a patient has an amputation of the lower extremity the five-year mortality rates are 40-70%. So, limb salvage not only improves the quality of life, but also increases the life expectancy for patients. Through a survey and chart review, we are investigating possible impacts of sleep issues on diabetic patients seen in …

Septic First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Arthrodesis With Alternative Mini-Rail Fixation, Brenna Barker, Morgan Gascoyne, Randy Semma

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For non-infection cases, first metatarsal phalangeal joint arthrodesis is a definitive procedure for painful, arthritic joints.

Standard fixation methods include screws, plates, staples, or a combination of the three.

For complex septic joint cases, an alternative method of fixation is needed to reduce the risk of infection retention.

The Diagnosis Of Polyarteritis Nodosa In The Setting Of Lower Extremity Lesions: A Case Report, Eric Li, Jihan Toma, George Gopoian

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Polyarteritis nodosa (PAN) is a systemic necrotizing vasculitis affecting medium-sized arteries, involving multiple organs, with the most frequently affected tissues being skin and peripheral nerves (1). The distinct pearl neckless pattern led to the naming of this condition (2). Cutaneous polyarteritis nodosa (CPAN) is a variant of PAN confined to the skin, muscles and peripheral nerves in the absence of any systemic involvement (1). This rare form of systemic necrotizing vasculitis is limited to the medium-sized arteries of the skin and has a more favorable prognosis (1). PAN is also linked to Hepatitis B(2). The current diagnostic criteria for CPAN …

Repair Of Achilles Tendon Re-Rupture With Fhl Transfer: A Case Study, Taylor Allison, Joshua Kazdan

Posters

The Achilles tendon consists of the soleus muscle and two heads of the gastrocnemius muscle. Loss of its function can result in loss of plantarflexion strength, which can impact activities of daily living. In a study by Scheller et al, Achilles tendon ruptures were missed on initial evaluation on 25% of their patients. Other studies have reported a similar incidence of misdiagnoses. Patients may also delay treatment due to decreased pain after the initial injury. Ruptures diagnosed 4 weeks from injury are often considered chronic, and many of these patients benefit from surgical repair. A flexor hallucis longus (FHL) transfer …

Antibiotics Vs Surgical Resection In Foot And Ankle Osteomyelitis, Travis Rich, Marshall G. Solomon

Posters

Osteomyelitis, a serious bone infection, is particularly challenging in diabetic patients due to poor vascularization and impaired immune response.1 Timely and effective treatment is essential to prevent severe complications, including limb loss or even death.2 This study aims to evaluate the likelihood of surgical excision or amputation versus antibiotic treatment alone in diabetic patients with bone biopsyconfirmed acute osteomyelitis of the lower extremity.

Failed Medial Column Fusion Due To Subtalar Joint Instability, Travis Rich, Randy Semma, Michele Bertelle-Semma

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CNA is a destructive complication affecting the bone and joint structure, most often in diabetics w/ longstanding peripheral neuropathy.

High incidence of major amputation associated with Charcot foot.