Podiatrists

Podiatrists prevent, diagnose and treat disorders of the feet.

What the job involves

• 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