Podiatrists
Podiatrists prevent, diagnose and treat disorders of the feet.
Fun facts
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Very Strong Future Growth
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NA Weekly Pay Before Tax
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64% full-time Full-Time Share
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60% female Gender Share
Tasks
There are many tasks done by podiatrists. A few are listed below:
- examining patients' feet to determine the nature and extent of conditions, deformities and injuries
- examining and treating foot disabilities caused by diseases such as diabetes, peripheral vascular disorders, rheumatoid arthritis and other neuropathies
- prescribing and arranging the fabrication of footwear to correct foot abnormalities
- performing minor surgery to remove and improve abnormal conditions
- prescribing and fitting replaceable pads, palliative and functional supports and other devices for the protection and correction of foot abnormalities
- advising patients about continued treatment and foot care
- may provide rehabilitation services to the physically handicapped
- may refer patients to or have patients referred from Medical Practitioners
Specific occupations
- Podiatrist
- Podiatric Surgeon