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What Podiatrists Do
Podiatrists provide medical and surgical care for people with foot, ankle, and lower leg problems.
Work Environment
Most podiatrists work in offices of podiatry, either on their own or with other podiatrists. Some work in group practices with other physicians or specialists. Others work in private and public hospitals, in outpatient care centers, or for the government.
How to Become a Podiatrist
Podiatrists must earn a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree and complete a 3-year residency program. Every state requires podiatrists to be licensed.
Pay
Job Outlook
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State & Area Data
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Similar Occupations
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More Information, Including Links to O*NET
Learn more about podiatrists by visiting additional resources, including O*NET, a source on key characteristics of workers and occupations.