Podiatrists provide medical and surgical care for people with foot, ankle, and lower leg problems. Assess the condition of a patient’s feet, ankles, or lower legs by reviewing the patient’s medical history, listening to his or her concerns, and performing a physical examination. Diagnose foot, ankle, and lower leg problems through physical exams, x rays, medical laboratory tests, and other methods .Provide treatment for foot, ankle, and lower leg ailments, such as prescribing special shoe inserts (orthotics) to improve a patient’s mobility.Treatment of corns, callus and ingrown nails. Advise and instruct patients on foot and ankle care and on general wellness techniques. Coordinate patient care with other physicians. Refer patients to other physicians or specialists if they detect larger health problems, such as diabetes or vascular disease. Conduct research, read journals, and attend conferences to keep up with advances in podiatric medicine and surgery
COMMON PODIATRIC PROBLEMS
General Podiatry
Skin & Nail Problems
Ingrown Toenail Treatment and Surgery
Diabetic Foot Assessment
Foot, Arch, Ankle Pain
Flat or High Arched Feet
Heel Pain, Spurs & Plantar Fasciitis
Children’s Foot Problems
Custom Orthotics
Foot Biomechanical Problems
