The Practice of Podiatry: DPMs
A podiatrist, Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, or DPM is the only health care professional whose total training focuses on the lower leg, ankle & foot–including their complex internal structures.
After obtaining an undergraduate degree, a podiatrist spends four years in a college of podiatric medicine to obtain a doctorate degree. Podiatrists further their education by participating in a post-graduate residency program at an approved hospital or university.
Specialized Education for Focused Treatment
Following their doctorate degree, each podiatrist must pass state and national examinations in order to be licensed by the state in which he or she will practice. DPMs specialize in care across all ages. Common foot disorders include: Bunions, heel pain/spurs, hammertoes, neuromas, ingrown toenails, warts, corns & calluses, sprains, fractures, tendinitis & more!
If your surgeon is certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery, he or she has successfully completed a credentialing and examination process and has demonstrated knowledge of podiatric surgery. This includes the diagnosis of general medical problems and surgical management of foot diseases, deformities, and trauma of the foot, ankle and related structures.
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