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Podiatrists are health professionals who diagnose and treat medical and surgical problems and injuries of the feet and ankles, such as corns, warts, plantar fasciitis, bunions, or hammer toes. They also perform reconstructive surgery.
Podiatrists provide care for people who need it, such as those who have foot problems caused by diabetes.
A podiatrist completes a degree at a college of podiatric medicine after undergraduate university. After receiving a podiatry degree, a podiatrist typically spends time in a hospital-based residency program. Certification and licensing requirements for podiatrists vary by province.
Current as of: July 31, 2024
Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff
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