Southern California Podiatrist Getting Known for Advancing Profession
Answering email questions about toenail fungus or heel pain has become part of Dr. Hurless' daily routine. Recently moving into a state of the art medical facility in Thousand Oaks, California, Dr. Hurless had the opportunity to take his practice "world wide" utilizing paperless office systems and the internet. One thing that separates Dr.
Hurless from most podiatrists is his completely paperless office. No charts, No files...essentially everything including most billing is done electronically. This saves time and money. "When an existing patient comes into our office, all I have to do is click on my tablet and the patients photo and entire history is pulled up...this gives me more time to spend with my patients, they like it, and I like it." This makes the ease of consulting with other doctors any where in the country so simple. "I can send a complete patient chart and x-rays electronically in minutes to a collegue in New York."Another unique aspect that Dr.
Hurless offers his patients is online dispensing of products and email contact. At first, he did this so that his elderly patients wouldn't have to come into the office to pick up additional products, they could just call or order online. "Saving people time is very important in this day and age." The email access to the doctor is great because alot of people leave the office and may forget something the Doctor told them, if they email him, he answers all emails personally. " It was very difficult during the day to accept patient phone calls, and then calling back, playing the phone tag game...the emails I can see come up, and I usually can answer them very quicky - my patients love this".Dr. Hurless' website http://www.healthyfeetstore.com started out for local patients only but soon launched into a full e-commerce business.
There are a few professional foot information websites out there, but this website has information and doctor recommended foot and ankle products. Recently, due to demand, Dr. Hurless has added shoes, socks and sandals.On the website there is an "ask the podiatrist" section, where Dr. Hurless gets approximately 25 emails a week from all over the world. "Do people email me questions before they see their Doctor? Maybe, but if I can offer them general information, locate a local podiatrist, and if they purchase products from my site, at least I know that they work, and people aren't going through hundreds of dollars on non-effective products." "Utilizing today's technologies has launched my practice into a world wide business.
I love treating patients, I love making peoples feet hurt less, I guess I just love what I do." Dr. Hurless is located in Thousand Oaks, CA. His office phone number is 805-496-2383 and his email address is e-mail protected from spam bots..
Your Big Yellow Bus
The big yellow school bus is coming down my road again. The neighborhood kids seem happy. The dogs are not. The kids are no longer around during the day and Jersey is going to drop a little weight without all the treats they have been bringing her this summer. I must admit that when I see the bus, I feel sorry for those poor suckers.
And I express my gratitude that I'm no longer going back to school this time of year. But I am noticing that September stirs in me the urge to learn and do something new. How long do we have to be out of school before we lose the September urge? How long does it take, how many generations must pass, before we lose our agrarian urge to harvest in the fall?As soon as the days get noticeably shorter, as soon as the nights are a little crisper, and as soon as the big yellow school bus starts appearing in the morning, I get energized to learn. I could tell it was starting last week when I bought a new hiking skirt and a batch of socks. They are soft, fluffy...
Your Big Yellow Bus
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Seniors and Athletes Seek Natural Products to Stay in Top Shape - Herbs and Enzymes Offer New Solutions in Skin and Foot Care
(ContentDesk) May 16, 2006 -- The grocery chain, Whole Foods, is booming thanks to the increase in the popularity of natural food products.
Even Wal-Mart is shifting its produce mix to include organically grown items.
Skin care products have turned to shea butter, aloe vera and minerals, such as MSM, normally found in supplements, to appeal to seniors and fitness buffs.The foot care industry is not far behind.
Foot calluses and rough, cracked heels are among the most common problems, especially for older individuals or those with very active lifestyles.
Runners, walkers, tennis players and other athletes are particularly prone to developing calluses and other minor foot problems such as yellow, discolored toenails.
C. J. Buck, MIA of Xenna Corporation (www.xenna.com ), which distributes CalleX? Callus Ointment says, "There's an increased tendency to develop unattractive dry, cracked soles and...
Seniors and Athletes Seek Natural Products to Stay in Top Shape - Herbs and Enzymes Offer New Solutions in Skin and Foot Care
Socks > Seniors and Athletes Seek Natural Products to Stay in Top Shape - Herbs and Enzymes Offer New Solutions in Skin and Foot Care
When Should Your Baby Wear Shoes?
There is actually a bit of controversy about this question. Some pediatricians recommend that your baby not wear shoes until at least 15 months of age. Others feel that a child should start to wear shoes as soon as they're walking. However, you have to consider where your baby is walking. If they are cruising around your own home, then there is usually no need for shoes.
But what about outdoors? Obviously you wouldn't want your child running around barefoot on cement or in the dirt. Babies should be wearing a firm shoe in this case to prevent injuries (and dirty socks). Shoes are also protection from sunburn, cold weather, scratches and bumps. Just make sure that when your baby has the opportunity to go barefoot, let them. And don't keep shoes on for too long at a time.If you do purchase outdoor shoes for your baby, make sure they fit properly.
Their tiny toes should not be cramped. Also, make sure they are flexible enough that their feet can still wiggle in them. Mothers...
When Should Your Baby Wear Shoes?
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Sockjawz(tm) from FinnStar Hockey, the Ulimate Hockey Garter for Both Player and Parent
Tampa, FL (ContentDesk) September 2, 2005 -- FinnStar Hockey has through the years designed products that are to help enhance one's ability to enjoy playing. With the sockjawz(tm) patented garter belt not only has FinnStar found the solution for the garter belt but the solution for parent and the younger player. "The FinnStar patented garter belt is designed using scientific principles. By counter-balancing the attachment points on both sides of the hockey sock at all four attachment locations (front and back of each sock), our garter belt provides a 'jawz-like' grip on your socks," said Vice President of Sales & Marketing Evan J. Andriopoulos.
"Natural player movement during action results in more gripping action at the attachment points instead of player movement causing the garter belt to come loose from your socks," followed Andriopoulos.Design of the sockjawz garter straps allows for much greater "stretch ability" and comfort for attaching your socks to the garter (unlike...
Sockjawz(tm) from FinnStar Hockey, the Ulimate Hockey Garter for Both Player and Parent
Socks > Sockjawz(tm) from FinnStar Hockey, the Ulimate Hockey Garter for Both Player and Parent