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What is Board Certification? | Where Do Podiatrists Work? Podiatrists specialize in diagnosing and treating disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower leg. A podiatrist holds a doctor of podiatric medicine (D.P.M.) degree, which is a 4-year degree received from one of seven podiatric medical schools in the United States. These schools offer courses similar to the ones given at medical schools where graduates earn M.D.s to become medical doctors. Podiatrists need to have expertise in orthopedics, radiography, sports medicine, dermatology, and surgery. Some of the conditions that podiatrists treat are ankle injuries, bunions, calluses, neuromas, running injuries, and toe deformities. They are often the first health professionals to diagnose vascular problems that have previously gone unrecognized. Podiatrists also contribute significantly to the areas of diabetic foot care and wound healing. Podiatrists certified by this board have:
Podiatrists certified by this board have passed written and oral examinations in:
A board certified podiatrist completes the following educational training:
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Podiatrists frequently consult with MDs and take emergency calls in hospitals. Many professional sports teams have podiatric surgeons as team medical experts and many celebrities opt for treatment with podiatric surgeons. [ back to top ]
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