Tutti

Greetings Hisdaughter, I haven't visited this site for awhile, and from the looks of it, either has anyone else! So, are you in Washington? Welcome to the world of foot care! I have been an LPN for 13+ yrs and started doing foot care about 5 yrs ago. I love it! I started out by going to the Seattle conference, but realized it wasn't enough, although it does provide allot of information and you get to meet other Nurses doing the same thing you do! I went up to take a private course in Ontario, CA since it was being given by a Nurse who teaches foot care in the college and she was able to do the course for me in her home in just 10 days! I got to do lots of hands-on, as she had her own clinic going in her house, I got to work on most of her Patients, and she also would travel to people's houses, and even went to a nursing home there. It was a great experience for me. i haven't heard of the Fraser Valley course you are talking about. How long is the course? How did you find it? I know we can't do any form of solicitation here, so if you need to PM me, feel free to. Tutti

Once again, Debbie, thank you. That is really good to know. I do worry about being able to hear what they are saying. I've received voicemails at work that I would have to play over and over again, and still never got it, and those were not even doctors, lol. Anyway, It's something to think about. I'm still not sure if I should invest in this. But, we'll see. Thanks so much again! ~Tutti~

Debbie, Thank you for your quick response. That was very helpful. I am wondering the best way to go as far as taking a course would be. I have looked at the local community colleges, and online courses. I don't want to spend much money, since this will not be my career, just a little added income, even if it doesn't last, that's okay. Just somehting for now. Most of the online courses are around $1500-$1900, but I did find one for $600. It doesn't "certify" you, you get a certificate of completion, however, I don't feel I need to be certified since I have other experience under my belt. Any thoughts on that? I don't like the idea of being up until midnight, lol. Did you transcribe for mainly Physicians, or were there others, like Podiatrists, Dentists, etc. I do have a few connections at work. I've worked along side many different kinds of Doctors. Anyway, thanks again for writing to me! ~Tutti~

I am an LPN and work 3 days a week in a great facility. I could really use some extra cash, but do not want to increase my hours at work, as I have a special needs child who needs attention and sometimes needs to be picked up from school which could interfere with my job. My latest idea is to become a medical transcriptionist and work part time doing this at home. I have been researching some online courses. But I have no idea if this is the perfect solution for me, or if I am getting myself into something that requires more than I think. Can anyone give me some ideas on this? Has anyone done this or know of someone who does, what is involved as far as time, etc. Any information would be greatly appreciated. I would hate to jump into something I might end up regretting. Thank you so much in advance! ~Tutti~

Summers, Sounds great! The one thing I have been wanting to be able to do is to bill for services. I keep hitting a brick wall. I am told I cannot bill for services as a Nurse, and so my patients have to pay privately. I hope to meet up with some of you at the seminar. My name is Gina. Hope to see you there! Tutti

The seminar is actually not until early November. I wouldn't expect anyone to be able to go out and set up shop for foot care after just going to this seminar. It is more lectures than anything else. I went on to get hands-on training after the seminar and continue to go to this seminar every year to keep up on stuff. It's a good informational seminar. It is also a good place to connect with other Nurses who already practice foot care. There is so much to learn before you actually do work on feet. I know what you mean, it took me a long time to become confident enough to feel like I really knew what I was doing. There are Nurses here in this group who are having a hard time finding a place to learn hands-on. There seems to be a shortage of courses to take in the U.S. I know we cannot post any solicitation here, but I would be interested where you are located.

I was wondering how many of us are planning on attending the Seattle conference? I am looking forward to it this year. I've gone almost every year for the past 4, but Dr. Scanlan said it would be about 80% different than in past years. Anyone going? ~Tutti~

Summers, I hate to admit that I don't really know what is in that area for hotels. I avoid the downtown area as much as possible. It's just too busy for me. However, Susan Scanlan, the Director of the Podiatry Association will give you some names of places you can stay and I'm sure they would be decent and inexpensive. Sorry that I'm not much help there. Nightengale, You don't need a WA license. They don't actually do a clinical session. They will suggest that you shadow a podiatrist for so many hours, and they will actually put that you have done so on your certificate. At least, that's how it was done last year. There will be nurses attending from many different states. I plan on going this year as well. It would be fun to meet with you all! Do you think we will find eachother? Have a great day!

Laura, Is this the same conference you attended a few years ago and did not like because it was run by Podiatrists? I was just wondering if maybe this is a different one going on in Seattle.

I will never forget when my baby had the most horrible diaper rash. No prescription creams/ointments were helping and it was only getting worse. I was so frustrated, and on making yet another call to the doctor's office, the nurse suggested I try bag balm. I about laughed, and told her I really thought she needed something stronger. However, I reluctantly tried it anyway. I swear, it was like a miracle! Worked like a charm! Definitely worth a try.

Hello everyone! Ann Nelson gave me permission to post her e-mail address. She is in Ontario, Canada, and teaches foot care to nurses in the college setting, and also does private teaching. She has her own foot care clinic out of her home as well as going to facilities, churches, and private homes. She is great! Have a great day! *note Please don't post email addresses "out in the open." PM Tutti for the address. Thanks for understanding. P_RN Moderator All Forums

Just to let everyone know, I have e-mailed what I believe to be Anne Nelson's and am waiting for a response. I will post again when I hear from her. Has anyone done a search for courses in canada? I've done many searches, and it seems like I get results for canada, but it seems like they are all around the Ontario area. I will try again and see what I come up with.

Just to let everyone know, I have e-mailed what I believe to be Anne Nelson's and am waiting for a response. I will post again when I hear from her. Has anyone done a search for courses in canada? I've done many searches, and it seems like I get results for canada, but it seems like they are all around the Ontario area. I will try again and see what I come up with.

Summers, I'm not sure where the closest course might be to you. I'm in washington state and would have loved to just have been able to make a run up to Vancouver, CA. I ended up in Ontario however, and that is where I found Anne Nelson. I think I know her e-mail address, but before I post it, I think I will just double check it first. I do know that canada has many different courses for nurses to take, so you would think we could find one closer to you. Anne might even be able to point you in the right direction. Also, I'm sure you have read Laura's posts about the upcoming certification course in the U.S. So far this is the only one I have heard of in the U.S. Tutti

Summers, I'm not sure where the closest course might be to you. I'm in washington state and would have loved to just have been able to make a run up to Vancouver, CA. I ended up in Ontario however, and that is where I found Anne Nelson. I think I know her e-mail address, but before I post it, I think I will just double check it first. I do know that canada has many different courses for nurses to take, so you would think we could find one closer to you. Anne might even be able to point you in the right direction. Also, I'm sure you have read Laura's posts about the upcoming certification course in the U.S. So far this is the only one I have heard of in the U.S. Tutti