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Podiatrists work with feet issues. Learn more about the job description, education requirements, and salary information.
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Podiatrist SalaryPodiatrists specialize in treatment of diseased, badly shaped, sore, or injured feet or ankles. They often order X-rays and laboratory tests in order to assist them in diagnosing problems patients are experiencing. Some treatments may include physical therapy, surgery, massage, or manipulation. Bandages, braces, pads, splints, and other supports may be utilized. Special shoes, exercise, and drugs may be prescribed. Podiatrists may refer patients to physicians if there may be bigger problems involved, such as heart trouble or diabetes.
Some podiatrists will specialize in deformities of joints, foot muscles, or bones. The majority of podiatrists have their own private practices, but some work in podiatric hospitals, government agencies, or private clinics.  Entering a school of podiatry involves at least three years of college, but the majority of the applicants of podiatry school have a bachelor's degree. The four year programs will provide a degree of doctor of podiatric medicine. In all states, podiatrists must be licensed. All podiatrists have to graduate from accredited colleges of podiatry and pass board examinations from that state. Some states even require one year of residency first.
The median income for podiatrists is $94,400 annually. Since most podiatrists are self-employed, they have to provide their own health insurance and other benefits.
Most podiatrists set their own working conditions. The majority of podiatrists work around forty hours each week, and some will work Saturday and evening hours. Podiatrists need to be able to communicate well, have good vision, and work well with their hands.
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