Another bit of interesting information

[zane870]

COURT-PODIATRISTS-INSURER

Conn. Supreme Court rejects claim against insurer

HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) The Connecticut Supreme Court says an insurance company did not discriminate by paying lower reimbursements to podiatrists than to other doctors.

In a 6-1 ruling released Friday, the justices said state law prohibits insurers from denying reimbursement, but does not forbid them from paying varying amounts to different specialists.

The justices upheld a Waterbury Superior Court ruling that said reimbursements by Health Net of Connecticut did not violate Connecticut's Unfair Insurance Practices Act. The Connecticut Podiatric Medical Association appealed the decision.

Justice Richard N. Palmer dissented, saying state law forbids insurers from denying reimbursements and discriminating based on how much it reimburses different specialists.

Health Net spokesman Brad Kieffer says the company is pleased by the ruling. Representatives of the podiatrists' group did not immediately return a call seeking comment.

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[347932]

COURT-PODIATRISTS-INSURER

Conn. Supreme Court rejects claim against insurer

HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) The Connecticut Supreme Court says an insurance company did not discriminate by paying lower reimbursements to podiatrists than to other doctors.

In a 6-1 ruling released Friday, the justices said state law prohibits insurers from denying reimbursement, but does not forbid them from paying varying amounts to different specialists.

The justices upheld a Waterbury Superior Court ruling that said reimbursements by Health Net of Connecticut did not violate Connecticut's Unfair Insurance Practices Act. The Connecticut Podiatric Medical Association appealed the decision.

Justice Richard N. Palmer dissented, saying state law forbids insurers from denying reimbursements and discriminating based on how much it reimburses different specialists.

Health Net spokesman Brad Kieffer says the company is pleased by the ruling. Representatives of the podiatrists' group did not immediately return a call seeking comment. thumbdown

Your thoughts??

I am absolutely sure the APMA is hard at work with a response to this.

 

[zane870]

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[doctazero]

COURT-PODIATRISTS-INSURER

Conn. Supreme Court rejects claim against insurer

HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) The Connecticut Supreme Court says an insurance company did not discriminate by paying lower reimbursements to podiatrists than to other doctors.

In a 6-1 ruling released Friday, the justices said state law prohibits insurers from denying reimbursement, but does not forbid them from paying varying amounts to different specialists.

The justices upheld a Waterbury Superior Court ruling that said reimbursements by Health Net of Connecticut did not violate Connecticut's Unfair Insurance Practices Act. The Connecticut Podiatric Medical Association appealed the decision.

Justice Richard N. Palmer dissented, saying state law forbids insurers from denying reimbursements and discriminating based on how much it reimburses different specialists.

Health Net spokesman Brad Kieffer says the company is pleased by the ruling. Representatives of the podiatrists' group did not immediately return a call seeking comment.

Your thoughts??

Connecticut doesn't sound like a podiatry friendly state. It's always a good idea to take extra care when considering where you want to live and practice. Find a state with the scope of practice laws that best suit you.

 

[PADPM]

Connecticut doesn't sound like a podiatry friendly state. It's always a good idea to take extra care when considering where you want to live and practice. Find a state with the scope of practice laws that best suit you.

Exactly. There are many states that DO have parity laws regarding insurance reimbursement and also have greater scope of practice laws compared to other states. Therefore, you can sit back and wait until (if and when) APMA acts on these matters, or you can simply be pro-active and limit your future aggravation by doing your homework first.

 

[Ankle Breaker]

Exactly. There are many states that DO have parity laws regarding insurance reimbursement.

What's a good website to start searching about this kind of information?

 

[PADPM]

What's a good website to start searching about this kind of information?

I'm not sure there is a single website that will provide that information, but if you contact the state podiatric medical society of each state, they should have a good knowledge of the scope of practice and insurance reimbursement policies within the state.

 

[car36]

Exactly. There are many states that DO have parity laws regarding insurance reimbursement and also have greater scope of practice laws compared to other states. Therefore, you can sit back and wait until (if and when) APMA acts on these matters, or you can simply be pro-active and limit your future aggravation by doing your homework first.

Funny how I got lambasted and told I "don't know what I am talking about" for commenting on the fact that there are disparities in reimbursement rates for podiatrists. Interesting how some of those people that knew "for a fact" that doesn't happen are now conceding the point.

http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?t=616543

 

[PADPM]

Funny how I got lambasted and told I "don't know what I am talking about" for commenting on the fact that there are disparities in reimbursement rates for podiatrists. Interesting how some of those people that knew "for a fact" that doesn't happen are now conceding the point.

http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?t=616543

I stated that I practice in 2 different states and I receive the exact amount as orthopedic surgeons or any other doctor. That set the record straight that your comment wasn't a factual blanket statement that pertained to all states or all insurance companies. There are no points to "concede". Facts are still facts.

And if you're going to say "people", have the stones to simply use my name.

 

[hematosis]

PADPM can you also explain this? I am kind of confused now...

First of all, I believe you mean "parity" law, and second of all I'm not sure that there really is such as thing as a "parity" law of if that's just urban legend.

Exactly. There are many states that DO have parity laws regarding insurance reimbursement and also have greater scope of practice laws compared to other states. Therefore, you can sit back and wait until (if and when) APMA acts on these matters, or you can simply be pro-active and limit your future aggravation by doing your homework first.

Thanks.

 

[PADPM]

PADPM can you also explain this? I am kind of confused now...






Thanks.

What is this now a test? Do you really have that much free time during your studies that you're now researching quotes to attempt to "catch me'"?

To end your confusion, I'll make it very simple. If you sit back and read my post very carefully, you will read that I clearly stated that "I'm NOT SURE............or if that's just urban legend." Yes, I said "not sure".

Just like anyone else, I learn on a daily basis. Once I learned that there are some (yes some) states that have these laws I wrote the second comment to make sure that readers still understand that there should not be complete panic. The multi-level reimbursement issue for different degrees is not applicable to all states, and if you're concerned you can do your homework and choose a state where reimbursement is equal.

It's natural for people to read a comment and panic and take it for gospel, and my point was simply to attempt to alleviate fears in those in training to assure them that there is definitely parity in payment in many states.

However, apparently instead of understanding my intent, a few are too intent with picking apart my words. Nice.

If you want to be successful, start looking at the big picture. During his multiple visits to our offices, I kept giving Kidsfeet the same exact advice after listening to him, and I believe it's done him well, just ask him. That advice is.......start thinking differently.

 

[RockyIV]

To end your confusion, I'll make it very simple. If you sit back and read my post very carefully, you will read that I clearly stated that "I'm NOT SURE............or if that's just urban legend." Yes, I said "not sure".

I took your advice. Sit down, check. Read carefully, check. I made sure not to "pick apart your words" and did my best to "understand your intent"...check.

I don't know where you've obtained this information, but this is absolutely not true.

Turns out that different pay for Pods is absolutely true. You go on:

An MD, DO, DPM all receive the same reimbursement from an insurance company for the same procedures performed

Again, not true in all instances as we have just learned. I think all anyone is waiting for is to hear you admit you were wrong. For once...

Now for my advice to the students. In residency you will all encounter attendings like PADPM. They are smart. They have been doing this for a long time. They are very good at what they do. But they are human and make mistakes. In fact, sometimes they will tell you how wrong you are when, as it turns out, you are right. Remember, you will never get them to admit it. They are far too proud. Now, during externships/residency you apologize, tell them you will read about the pathology/procedure that night and not make the same mistake again. You have to be professional in that situation. If you can't turn it on and off then I suggest you do the same thing on forums such as these. It's good practice for the real world. But if you can flip that switch? Say whatever you like on these forums.

Ok, my rant is done. We all know what comes next. Respect....blah, blah....large, successful practice....blah....board examiner....blah, blah, blah. As it turns out you can build one of "busiest practices in the country" and still not always know what you are talking about. Let me have it.

 

[347932]

Now for my advice to the students. In residency you will all encounter attendings like PADPM. They are smart. They have been doing this for a long time. They are very good at what they do. But they are human and make mistakes. In fact, sometimes they will tell you how wrong you are when, as it turns out, you are right. Remember, you will never get them to admit it. They are far too proud. Now, during externships/residency you apologize, tell them you will read about the pathology/procedure that night and not make the same mistake again. You have to be professional in that situation. If you can't turn it on and off then I suggest you do the same thing on forums such as these. It's good practice for the real world. But if you can flip that switch? Say whatever you like on these forums.

I think you are confusing what you call pride with experience. Since you are a resident still, I wonder how much real world experience you have with this topic we are discussing here. Just because we are on a forum doesn't mean you should lay your professionalism aside. THAT is the mark of a true professional. One who maintains integrity even in a seemingly anonymous situation.

That all being said, PADPM has become one of my closest allies and mentors. He has not steered me wrong yet in ALL of our discussions, be it podiatry or general life advice. I've been out of residency 9 years and am a Board Certified surgeon, BUT I am always open to learning new things in my profession and I STILL have a lot to learn from PADPM.

There is no doubt that a resident can be right about things. There is no doubt that attendings can be wrong. Your assumption about how PADPM handles himself as an attending is 100% FALSE. What is humorous to me is when I overhear residents talking about how this attending did this or that and how WRONG he or she was and what a hack they are, blah, blah, blah. You know what I don't think I've heard a resident ever admit to his or her resident peers? When they were wrong about lambasting an attending when it turns out that that attending was actually RIGHT and it turns out ther resident was wrong, first for doubting and then for openly criticizing another peer.

What I suggest is this. Be humble. Realise that someone is always looking over your shoulder. Continue to always learn. Think differently if you are in a situation you can't quite overcome or find yourself in the same bad situation time and time again. Lastly, no matter how hard you find it, respect your elders and maintain your integrity, even when you think they are crazy.

As the old saying goes: When you were a kid, you think your parents are gods. Then you grow up a bit and when you are a teenager you think your parents know nothing and you have all the answers (mostly because you don't know what the questions are). Then when you get older you are amazed at how much your parents have learned over the last bunch of years since your teenage years. Here's a secret. Your parents always had the wisdom, you just couldn't see it for whatever reason. Do you see where I'm going with this?

 

[PADPM]

Rocky,

First of all, let's get one thing straight. You know absolutely nothing about me, so don't go spewing to the students and residents on this site what I'm all about.

I don't have much spare time, and actually take some of my free time to attempt to share my knowledge and experience with the students and residents on this site. However, there is always a subset of those on the site who have glasses that are always half empty, and instead of acknowledging the plethora of posts where I offer my honest advice based on my experiences, they would rather harp on attempting to prove some point as if this is some type of contest.

Let me clue you in on one little detail Rocky. I've already been there and done that, and I HOPE you get to where I am some day in your career. Yeah, I'm human and make mistakes and I've never stated anything to the contrary, despite your comments. Even though there were many, many attendings at the residency program at the hospital where I perform my surgeries, I have a wall full of plagues from former residents thanking me for my mentoring and dedication to the program. That doesn't happen with the accusations you made comparing ME to the attendings you've encountered who never admit errors.

And no it's not another blah, blah, blah, it's simply a fact and validates that you know absolutely NOTHING about me.

But after my years of practice and experience, I can tell a LOT about you. This is a quote from your post;

Ok, my rant is done. We all know what comes next. Respect....blah, blah....large, successful practice....blah....board examiner....blah, blah, blah. As it turns out you can build one of "busiest practices in the country" and still not always know what you are talking about. Let me have it.

Those comments alone tell me ALL I would ever want to know about you. You've got a lot to learn. Blah, blah, blah.

 

[hematosis]

What is this now a test? Do you really have that much free time during your studies that you're now researching quotes to attempt to "catch me'"?

I expected a more mature response from you. I was confused because you made two contradictory statements that required further clarification. I think ill refrain from asking clarifications from you in the future since you seem to take them defensively.

 

[PADPM]

I expected a more mature response from you. I was confused because you made two contradictory statements that required further clarification. I think ill refrain from asking clarifications from you in the future since you seem to take them defensively.

Right, you are 100% correct. I'm immature.

 

[347932]

I expected a more mature response from you. I was confused because you made two contradictory statements that required further clarification. I think ill refrain from asking clarifications from you in the future since you seem to take them defensively.

Come on now. We are all friends here. Let's get past this huh?

 

[questiondoc]

Ok just to recap:

Hematosis :" I think I caught Padpm in a contradiction...let me check"
PADPM: " admits he's human, gets a little defensive"
RockyIV: "let me get in in this cause somebody (probably an attending) crapped in my wheaties today and I need some payback"...proceeds to stink up the joint with a response
PADPM: fires off basically a defensive F you in return
Hematosis: imma gonna poke this bear just a liiiiiiitle more.....
PADPM: pulls the nuclear option and says something we all know is not true
Kidsfeet: tries to pull the world back from the brink...

Everybody up to speed? Good!
moving on.........

 

[NatCh]

I love this place.

 

[RockyIV]

PADPM: " admits he's human

Would have been a perfect recap had this part actually happened. It must be hard to say "you are right car36. I made a blanket statement of my own in response to you and I was wrong. Just remember that not all states have the same issuess Conn. seems to be facing. I know Kidsfeet and how involved he is so you can trust the APMA is working on preventing any future problems." But no. Far too proud. I on the other hand readily admit when I'm wrong. For example, I was wrong about PADPM's response. I never would have thought he would have brought up all of his "plaques" to prove how awesome he is! My guess was the successful practice bit. Your post reeks of practice experience and maturity. You win this time. I am officially in awe of your unpredictable rhetoric...and your plaques

 

[PADPM]

Would have been a perfect recap had this part actually happened. It must be hard to say "you are right car36. I made a blanket statement of my own in response to you and I was wrong. Just remember that not all states have the same issuess Conn. seems to be facing. I know Kidsfeet and how involved he is so you can trust the APMA is working on preventing any future problems." But no. Far too proud. I on the other hand readily admit when I'm wrong. For example, I was wrong about PADPM's response. I never would have thought he would have brought up all of his "plaques" to prove how awesome he is! My guess was the successful practice bit. Your post reeks of practice experience and maturity. You win this time. I am officially in awe of your unpredictable rhetoric...and your plaques

You're extremely brave when anonymous. Go ahead, get it out of your system, because you KNOW what would happen if you pulled this crap with a senior resident or attending.

It's always easy to default to your immature rant about my blah, blah, blah patting myself on the back, without trying to figure out what I am actually trying to say.

You made a blanket statement and know nothing about me or my interaction with residents, yet lumped me in with some attendings you've encountered. I brought up the plaque issue simply to attempt for you to understand I'm not analagous to the attendings you've encountered. But instead of trying to understand what I stated, you took the easy road and decided to show continued disrespect, yeah, laugh, I said it, disrespect, and key in on one point, without figuring out what I was actually stating.

But keep laughing. I've encountered a LOT of students and residents with your type of personality in the past and I know exactly where you're headed.

Do yourself a favor and read some of Feli's posts, because there's a young doc who's headed in the right direction and who definitely "gets it". Feli and I have not always agreed on everything in the past, but it's the way he's handled himself that impresses me. I've trained a lot of docs and I've interviewed a lot of docs, so you can laugh ALL you want, but if I were you I'd start thinking differently......but I already said that once before in a post in this thread.

Ask Kidsfeet if that thought process has worked for him and advanced HIS career.

 

[RockyIV]

You made a blanket statement and know nothing about me or my interaction with residents, yet lumped me in with some attendings you've encountered.

But keep laughing. I've encountered a LOT of students and residents with your type of personality in the past and I know exactly where you're headed.

I completely understand. You are the only one allowed to make blanket statements. You have made that perfectly clear. As far as knowing where I'm going, take a guess. I'm further along in training than you probably assume so I can tell you (based on early job offers/discussions) if you are right. I'm sorry, that was silly of me. Of course you will be right. But I think you should guess anyways

 

[347932]

I completely understand. You are the only one allowed to make blanket statements. You have made that perfectly clear. As far as knowing where I'm going, take a guess. I'm further along in training than you probably assume so I can tell you (based on early job offers/discussions) if you are right. I'm sorry, that was silly of me. Of course you will be right. But I think you should guess anyways

Getting an opportunity and making sure you take advantage of what it can reap are two entirely different propositions.

The first part of that equation is being sure you think before you act. The rest is equally as hard and equally as important.

Good luck to you.

 

[PADPM]

I completely understand. You are the only one allowed to make blanket statements. You have made that perfectly clear. As far as knowing where I'm going, take a guess. I'm further along in training than you probably assume so I can tell you (based on early job offers/discussions) if you are right. I'm sorry, that was silly of me. Of course you will be right. But I think you should guess anyways

#1 I attempt to never "assume" anything....but dig through my past posts to see if I ever used the term "assume" in your spare time so you can prove me wrong.

#2 Kidsfeet is correct, obtaining a job offer and actually fulfilling the expectations of your employer are two completely different things.

#3 I know you're very proud of yourself since you've taken the bold step of getting in a pissing match with me. But once again, I'm confident in my assessment of you and exactly where you're headed. After all these years dealing with students, residents, externs, associates, staff, partners, etc., I've become a pretty good judge of character and that's one of the factors that's contributed to our success (yes my partners have similar experience). We didn't get where we are by mistake or with attitudes like yours. So keep it up, keep up the wise cracks, the insults, etc. Just remember one small fact. I've already experienced significant success and you have NO idea what your future holds. Yep, NO idea. So put an end to your cockiness and attempts at insults, it will have no effect on my success but I can guarantee it will impact yours.

 

[FiveOVicryl]

#1 I attempt to never "assume" anything....but dig through my past posts to see if I ever used the term "assume" in your spare time so you can prove me wrong.

#2 Kidsfeet is correct, obtaining a job offer and actually fulfilling the expectations of your employer are two completely different things.

#3 I know you're very proud of yourself since you've taken the bold step of getting in a pissing match with me. But once again, I'm confident in my assessment of you and exactly where you're headed. After all these years dealing with students, residents, externs, associates, staff, partners, etc., I've become a pretty good judge of character and that's one of the factors that's contributed to our success (yes my partners have similar experience). We didn't get where we are by mistake or with attitudes like yours. So keep it up, keep up the wise cracks, the insults, etc. Just remember one small fact. I've already experienced significant success and you have NO idea what your future holds. Yep, NO idea. So put an end to your cockiness and attempts at insults, it will have no effect on my success but I can guarantee it will impact yours.

Your response(s) does nothing but further support RockyIV's claim. At the risk of losing further credibility, take this as a lesson and move on.

 

[javajava]

Why is anyone even pursuing the topic about two quotes PADPM made two years ago and this year. The world still going to be round at the end of the day even if your are right or wrong. But if mundane topics are your thing..

COURT-PODIATRISTS-INSURER

Conn. Supreme Court rejects claim against insurer

HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) The Connecticut Supreme Court says an insurance company did not discriminate by paying lower reimbursements to podiatrists than to other doctors.

In a 6-1 ruling released Friday, the justices said state law prohibits insurers from denying reimbursement, but does not forbid them from paying varying amounts to different specialists.

The justices upheld a Waterbury Superior Court ruling that said reimbursements by Health Net of Connecticut did not violate Connecticut's Unfair Insurance Practices Act. The Connecticut Podiatric Medical Association appealed the decision.

Justice Richard N. Palmer dissented, saying state law forbids insurers from denying reimbursements and discriminating based on how much it reimburses different specialists.

Health Net spokesman Brad Kieffer says the company is pleased by the ruling. Representatives of the podiatrists' group did not immediately return a call seeking comment.

Your thoughts??

Heres the real topic

 

[hematosis]

Ok just to recap:

Hematosis :" I think I caught Padpm in a contradiction...let me check"
PADPM: " admits he's human, gets a little defensive"
RockyIV: "let me get in in this cause somebody (probably an attending) crapped in my wheaties today and I need some payback"...proceeds to stink up the joint with a response
PADPM: fires off basically a defensive F you in return
Hematosis: imma gonna poke this bear just a liiiiiiitle more.....
PADPM: pulls the nuclear option and says something we all know is not true
Kidsfeet: tries to pull the world back from the brink...

Everybody up to speed? Good!
moving on.........

In all seriousness though, PADPM is a great asset to this forum, and our profession. As KF suggested, we are all friends here so no hard feelings folks =)

 

[car36]

I've noticed that the most successful and happy people I have ever met had a few key qualities:
1. Admit when they were wrong
2. Apologize when they wrongly accused or criticized someone
3. Could take some criticism from time to time, even from people they deem to be inferior to them
4. Never boasted of their successes, accolades, plaques (ha!), etc.

I have also never come across someone who was truly happy and completely comfortable with the level of success they've achieved that had to constantly mention it.

I'm beginning to hope I can work with RockyIV some day

 

[PADPM]

I've noticed that the most successful and happy people I have ever met had a few key qualities:
1. Admit when they were wrong
2. Apologize when they wrongly accused or criticized someone
3. Could take some criticism from time to time, even from people they deem to be inferior to them
4. Never boasted of their successes, accolades, plaques (ha!), etc.

I have also never come across someone who was truly happy and completely comfortable with the level of success they've achieved that had to constantly mention it.

I beginning to hope I can work with RockyIV some day

1) You're very astute and your observations are completely accurate, I'm not successful and everything I've said in the past is B.S. Just ask Kidsfeet who's visited my office(s).

2) I take criticism very well, just ask my partners.

3) I ALSO hope that you and Rocky work together some day. That'll be great.

And Five-O-Vicryl, I'm glad that you're giving me advice as to how I should learn a lesson. Jeez, how did I ever make it without your advice in the past. Thank you for your wisdom. Next time I need to make an important decision for our practice I will be sure to check in with you.

 

[FiveOVicryl]

1) You're very astute and your observations are completely accurate, I'm not successful and everything I've said in the past is B.S. Just ask Kidsfeet who's visited my office(s).

2) I take criticism very well, just ask my partners.

3) I ALSO hope that you and Rocky work together some day. That'll be great.

And Five-O-Vicryl, I'm glad that you're giving me advice as to how I should learn a lesson. Jeez, how did I ever make it without your advice in the past. Thank you for your wisdom. Next time I need to make an important decision for our practice I will be sure to check in with you.

Word on the street is Kidsfeet gave you 24 of the 25 plaques on your wall, that last plaque was self awarded. Congratulations!

On a more serious note, seeing as how I too have a practice that is EXTREMELY successful/profitable (just ask Car36 he's been to my practice multiple times and can verify this no problem) I can help you with your important decisions. Feel free to PM me at anytime for the wisdom you so obviously lack.

 

[PADPM]

Word on the street is Kidsfeet gave you 24 of the 25 plaques on your wall, that last plaque was self awarded. Congratulations!

On a more serious note, seeing as how I too have a practice that is EXTREMELY successful/profitable (just ask Car36 he's been to my practice multiple times and can verify this no problem) I can help you with your important decisions. Feel free to PM me at anytime for the wisdom you so obviously lack.

Wow, you are one clever little puppy. You must REALLY crack yourself up with your amazingly witty humor.

Keep slinging the insults, I can assure you I'll keep laughing. I know what my partners and I have achieved and so does everyone else who has walked through our doors.

I don't need your approval.....believe me. Oh yeah, keep checking your mail, since you're SO amazingly successful I will be taking daily breaks to send you PM's for your wisdom and advice.

 

[FiveOVicryl]

Wow, you are one clever little puppy. You must REALLY crack yourself up with your amazingly witty humor.

Keep slinging the insults, I can assure you I'll keep laughing. I know what my partners and I have achieved and so does everyone else who has walked through our doors.

I don't need your approval.....believe me. Oh yeah, keep checking your mail, since you're SO amazingly successful I will be taking daily breaks to send you PM's for your wisdom and advice.

I do enjoy a good laugh, usually at the expense of your ignorance. Keep those PM's coming, I am more than willing to help out a colleague, especially one who simply "doesnt get it."

 

[347932]

Word on the street is Kidsfeet gave you 24 of the 25 plaques on your wall, that last plaque was self awarded. Congratulations!

I thought the word on the street is that I'm DED SEKSI. Far from the truth, as is your sources about "the word on the street". Thanks for taking a shot at me though.

 

[PADPM]

I do enjoy a good laugh, usually at the expense of your ignorance. Keep those PM's coming, I am more than willing to help out a colleague, especially one who simply "doesnt get it."

A laugh at my ignorance.....

In your dreams. I assure you that I've forgotten more than you'll probably ever know. I can also assure you that we are not "colleagues", because that would infer that you are actually in my league, and I'm afraid that's a ladder you haven't climbed yet.

But hey, there's nothing wrong with you dreaming.

Now I think I'll end this despite the odds that you'll follow up with another ignorant comment, because I know it's coming and it's really not contributing anything to the real purpose of this forum.

So go ahead, get in your last cheap shot and then remember to tell all your buddies how clever you are.

 

[FiveOVicryl]

A laugh at my ignorance.....

In your dreams. I assure you that I've forgotten more than you'll probably ever know. I can also assure you that we are not "colleagues", because that would infer that you are actually in my league, and I'm afraid that's a ladder you haven't climbed yet.

But hey, there's nothing wrong with you dreaming.

Now I think I'll end this despite the odds that you'll follow up with another ignorant comment, because I know it's coming and it's really not contributing anything to the real purpose of this forum.

So go ahead, get in your last cheap shot and then remember to tell all your buddies how clever you are.

Here we go again, once again showing off your vast ignorance and overwhelming superiority complex. It's ashame you will never understand what is so OBVIOUS to the rest of us.

Btw it's true, you are indeed in a league entirely of your own, a special league of garbage.

 

[javajava]

Btw it's true, you are indeed in a league entirely of your own, a special league of garbage.

Five is a dick.

There I said it got it out of my system phew.

 

[FiveOVicryl]

Five is a dick.

There I said it got it out of my system phew.

Feel free to express yourself. Additional comments are more than welcome

 

[347932]

Gentlemen, let's keep this civil shall we?

 

[Traum]

Is this a parity site or a parody site?

Seriously, there are so many things going on in medicine that instead of pejorative statements flying back and forth, basically akin to a urination match--perhaps, write a paper for peer-reviewed publication consideration, write a grant proposal, teach at a medical school, run a basic sci/clinical sci laboratory, compose a book chapter, ensure that podiatric specialists get paid in exactly the same amount as medical doctors instead of being subjected to professional discrimination and settling for less, and less. Do not go gently into that good night.

Never settle for less for the same exact procedure. If some of those orthopods are incompetent, and bumbling with ankles and feet, then why are they getting paid more than podiatric surgeons for the same procedure??

Enough of the me toos, I said sos, star of the day certificates, and other nonsense anecdotal yammer. Use this anger, urination match fruitfully to ensure parity, not a parody.

 

[questiondoc]

Jeezly crow, it's like watching two hobos fight over a wine bottle in here.
When you two "professionals" start making one of Traum's post look good, it's probably time to cut the crap and get back to work.

 

[amaprez]

Jeezly crow, it's like watching two hobos fight over a wine bottle in here.
When you two "professionals" start making one of Traum's post look good, it's probably time to cut the crap and get back to work.

Agreed. Past due time to lock this thread up mods.

 

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Traum and questiondoc,

You are both correct. I apologize for actually getting caught up in this B.S.