Podiatric Medical News
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August 01, 2026 #8,325
Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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Query: Standard of Care for Post-op Nail Matrixectomies
I would like to see if there is any thought on whether or not we should be making a follow-up/post-op appointment for nail matrixectomies (CPT 11750). I have partners who do not make any appointments for post-surgical follow-up.
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RE: The Passing of Arthur Ervin Helfand, DPM
RE: The Passing of Arthur Ervin Helfand, DPM
I am deeply saddened hearing the news of the passing of Arthur Helfand. He was both a mentor and friend over many years. He brought our profession to a higher standard in the medical community in the 1960s and '70s. He was instrumental in guiding and encouraging me to apply to the Johns Hopkins School of Public Health. I was the first podiatrist who was accepted for an MPH degree when only medical doctors, dentists, and nurses were accepted there.
RE: The Passing of Arthur Ervin Helfand, DPM
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