About this role
Podiatrists prevent, diagnose and treat disorders of the feet.
What you might do day-to-day in this job
Typical tasks for a Podiatrist include:
- 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.
Courses that can lead to a career as a Podiatrist
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- 18 months – 2 years
- Cost varies
- Financial help available
- No entry requirements
- Partially online
- Part-time may be available