What is a D.P.M.- Doctor of Podiatric Medicine?
Doctors of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) are podiatrists. They are physicians who specialize in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of foot and ankle problems using medical or surgical means. After obtaining a four year undergraduate degree, podiatrists spend four years at a college of podiatric medicine to obtain the D.P.M. degree. They then complete their training in a post-graduate residency at an approved hospital or university. Most podiatric residencies last from two to four years in length. Podiatrists must also pass state and national examinations in order to be licensed by the state in which they practice. The podiatric physician cares for people of all ages, treating any foot problem. The common disorders include bunions, heel pain, hammertoes, neuromas, ingrown toenails, warts, corns and calluses. The podiatric physician also treats sprains, fractures, infections, and injuries of the foot and ankle. If your podiatric surgeon is certified by the American Board of Podiatric Sur
