About

Sports Podiatrist, Stephen Pribut, D.P.M. hosts one of the first sports medicine injury websites, which has been online since 1995. The site focuses primarily on Running Injuries. Dr. Pribut is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery and faculty  member of the George Washington University Medical School.  Dr. Pribut serves on the Advisory Board of Runner’s World.

Dr. Pribut’s sports podiatric medicine practice is located in Washington, DC. See the practice website for more information.

Dr. Pribut is a past president of the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine. He served as President of the District of Columbia Podiatric Medical Association for 4 years. He has served or served as chair of numerous committees including the AAPSM’s education committee, Internet committee, athletic shoe committee and the American Podiatric Medical Association’s Clinical Practice Advisory Committee and the APMA Internet Committee.

Dr. Pribut was the Chief Internet Engineer of the American Podiatric Medical Association and responsible for all aspects of the APMA’s Internet undertakings including online continuuing medical education, web design, usability, information architecture, streaming media, and server installation and maintenance on multiple platforms (Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, BSD Unix). His early interest in the Internet for communication, information transfer, and knowledge based services continues with both the traditional web and Web 2.0 Social Media.

Dr. Pribut has written and lectured on a variety of articles on athletic injuries, biomechanics, athletic shoes, foot health, foot surgery, and authored position papers on health insurance reform. He has edited the District of Columbia Podiatric Medical News, performed editorial review of articles for the Physician and Sports Medicine, British Journal of Sports Medicine, and the Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association. Dr. Pribut lectures both locally and nationally. He has published extensively on both medical and Internet related topics.

Daily, he treats athletes of all calibers, those just restarting programs, serious amateur athletes,  Olympic athletes, Olympic hopefuls and he has been a consultant for several professional ballet companies and professional baseball and football teams. Athletes of all shapes, sizes, and abilities are welcome.

Dr. Pribut is Board Certified in Foot Surgery by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and in Foot Orthopedics by the American Board of Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary Podiatric Medicine. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine, the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, and the American College of Foot And Ankle Orthopedics And Medicine. Other professional memberships include the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).

Compliance With HonCode Principles

This blog includes information of medical, science and personal interest. Each post will be clear on the matters contained within the individual posts and describe source and authority level. On this website, the most authoritative articles are contained within the main section of the Running Injuries site. The blog is less formal.

This 2.0 web blog is compliant with the HonCode principles. The following compliance features are derived from suggestions on the HonCode website.

Authority

Our blog is moderated occasionally and posteriorly. Dr. Pribut is the sole moderator. Internet users posting comments on this blog should not be considered as health professionals.

Complementarity

Comments posted on this Blog should be designed to support, not replace, the relationship that exists between a patient/site visitor and his/her existing physician.

Confidentiality

We remind you that everyone can read and use your comments. You do not have the possibility to erase your own comments.

Comments

Internets users commenting on this blog must behave with respect and honesty at all times.

Internet users may not post any commercial/advertising comment.

Internet users commenting on my blog must post information which are true and correct to their knowledge. We invite you to provide resources (references, links, …) on health/medical claims when possible and relevant.

Moderators Reserve the right to erase, without notification, any comment they would judge inappropriate.

Netiquette

Netiquette was first described in the ancient days of the Internet, way back in 1994. In 1994 there were no commercial uses of the Internet. There was exactly one blog, written by Justin Hall, and no one even knew it was called that. At that time, everything that changed on the internet was subject to a public RFC (request for comment). RFC 1855 is the original description of how people should behave towards each other on the Internet. Netiquette is derived from the words “Internet Etiquette” or “Network Etiquette” which describes the desired manners and behavior online that everyone would hope for. Internet Etiquette was originally described for forums, bulletin boards and email. It now extends to all areas of electronic communication including email, chatting, blogging, forums, message boards, and interactive gaming. It can be observed on World of Warcraft trade channel and Halo verbal communication. But it is often “fail” in those locations. Here we’d like proper netiquette.

It is important to treat others with dignity and respect both on and offline. Although the rules may vary depending on the specific forum used, the following Netiquette guidelines will offer some basic Internet tips and suggestions to provide a pleasant and safe online experience.

Netiquette Guidelines for a Happy Internet Experience

1. Use Computer Courtesy

Whether a person is sending an email, chatting in a chat room or speaking in a forum, it is important to be courteous and respectful of others online. Always remember the Golden Rule!

2. Write Carefully

When communicating online, it can be difficult to gauge a writer’s emotion. Sarcasm, subtlety, and humor are easily misunderstood. Use an emoticon if it will help to clarify your remarks.

3. Be Brief Online

Keep messages short and don’t ramble.

4. DON’T SHOUT

CAPITAL LETTERS FREAK PEOPLE OUT! No matter what forum, writing in all capital letters is considered SHOUTING and is considered very rude. A word or two in caps is fine, but shouting is not recommended.

5. Pay Attention to Language Issues

Improper, inappropriate or bad language may get a participant kicked out or permanently banned from a forum or group. It is also important to remember people from other countries may be participating in the conversation and language barriers may be an issue.

6. Think Before Posting

It is important to note, what is posted online today, may come back and haunt the writer tomorrow. Be careful what you post on public forums, twitter and Facebook. That silly or fun photograph posted on a social networking site, may keep that person from getting a job later on. Many colleges and employers are now searching social networking sites prior to hiring.

7. Keep Personal Information Private

Posting private and personal information in the wrong location can have serious consequences. Identity theft is a rapidly growing concern. Divulging too much information could give predators and those with bad intentions valuable information. Be careful where personal information is posted. If private information is posted in a group setting, read the guidelines prior to posting. Children should not post private information online

8. Obey Copyright Laws

Obey copyright laws.

9. Help Internet Newbies

Be patient and helpful with others. Remember, everyone was a newbie once.

10. Be Aware of Cyberbullying

Cyberbullying is increasing rapidly. Parents should talk honestly and openly to children about the issues of electronic bullying. Studies suggest most children do NOT tell a trusted adult if they are a victim of electronic bullying. If targeted by a cyberbully, do not respond. Keep all ORIGINAL correspondence, with dates and times if possible. If the messages are of a threatening nature or safety is a concern, contact local law enforcement as soon as possible.

Read more at Suite101: Top 10 Netiquette Guidelines: Internet Etiquette Tips for a Safe and Fun Online Experience

Last modification date : May 15, 2011

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Telephone
202-298-6830

Postal address
2141 K Street, N.W., Suite 702, Washington, D.C. 20037

Electronic maildr.pribut-at-gmail.com