Jennifer J. Spector, DPM, FACFAS

Diabetes Watch

A Closer Look at Dermatological Manifestations of Diabetes

09/01/2024

Early identification and attention to dermatological manifestations and findings as part of a comprehensive care plan for diabetes, and an index of suspicion for those without a current diagnosis of diabetes could potentially improve care and...

Early identification and...

09/01/2024

Podiatry Today

Gout Risk and Alcohol Consumption: Are There Sex-Based Differences?

08/26/2024

Jennifer J. Spector , DPM, FACFAS;

The authors of a recent study pointed out that much of the data on alcohol consumption and gout risk either combined the sexes in their cohort or mostly studied men. They set out to look more closely at each sex and their incidence of gout in...

The authors of a recent study...

08/26/2024

Podiatry Today

Poster Highlight: A Patient With a 40-Year History of Tophaceous Gout

08/25/2024

Jennifer J. Spector , DPM, FACFAS;

The authors stress the life-changing nature of this condition, with impact from significant arthritic changes, recurring flares, pain, and risk for ulceration.

The authors stress the...

08/25/2024

Podiatry Today

Blog

Sports Medicine and Biomechanics Track Highlights from the APMA National

08/09/2024

Jennifer J. Spector , DPM, FACFAS;

This lecture track dove into practical and contemporary thinking on a variety of scenarios likely presenting to podiatric practices. In this piece, Podiatry Today shares just some of the pearls discussed by the dynamic faculty.

This lecture track dove into...

08/09/2024

Podiatry Today

Biomarkers for Gout: Could Insulin Resistance be the Key?

07/31/2024

Jennifer J. Spector , DPM, FACFAS;

A recent study took the link between insulin resistance and gout development a step further and investigated a relevant biomarker’s impact on this association in the US.

A recent study took the link...

07/31/2024

Podiatry Today

Depression and Gout: Which Patients are at Risk?

07/15/2024

Jennifer J. Spector , DPM, FACFAS;

Depressive symptoms are prevalent among gout patients and influenced by various factors such as gender, disease stage, and knowledge about the condition.

Depressive symptoms are...

07/15/2024

Podiatry Today

Health Disparities in Gout: Considering a Recent Review

06/30/2024

Jennifer J. Spector , DPM, FACFAS;

The reviewers state that gout was historically described as an affliction impacting wealthy, Caucasian males. However, current research suggests otherwise.

The reviewers state that gout...

06/30/2024

Podiatry Today