Question 1

what do podiatrists do?

Accepted Answer

Foot problems: For the most part podiatrists care for all foot and ankle problems ranging from diabetic footcare to ankle joint implants and fractures.

Question 2

what's a podiatrist known for?

Accepted Answer

Foot and Ankle: Today's podiatrists are most often trained in the conservative and surgical care of all conditions that affect the foot and ankle. Just like many other specialty providers, some of us have sub-specialty roles we fill. Some provide wound care, care focusing on pediatric issues, reconstruction, trauma and many more.

Question 3

how do i find a good podiatrist who is certified?

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How do you : Find any good doctor? I think referrals from either your internist or friends or colleagues that were happy with outcomes is a good idea. Although, i happen to be board certified, i, personally find reputation to be more valuable then certification.

Question 4

are visits to a podiatrist usually  covered by insurance?

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Usually...: You can just call your insurance company and ask, or call a local podiatrist and ask them to check for you.

Question 5

i am freaking out about going to a podiatrist today. what will he do?

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No reason to freak: Like any other doctor he/she will take your history and exam your feet and ankles.
After discussing the problem he/she will offer a treatment plan to take care of your problem
he/she may order diagnostic tests.

Question 6

do i go to a podiatrist, when i have diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A foot specialist will check over your feet every 6 months for callus care and nail care as Diabetics should not be trimming their own nails on account of decreased feeling.

Question 7

how does a podiatrist help people with diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Foot care/education: Feet are commonly affected by diabetes. Most times neuropathy with diabetes show up in the feet first. Podiatric physicians, at times, are the first to find signs of diabetes in an undiagnosed patient through a good foot exam.  Good, regular foot evaluations are a must for diabetics. "an ounce of prevention....." dr l.

Question 8

do you know are podiatrists real medical doctors?

Accepted Answer

Podiatry: So, the answer to this is yes, they have a doctor of podiatric medicine degree.  Look on them as a specialist for foot/below knee conditions.  They also perform surgery, again, below the knee.  Hope that helps!

Question 9

can a chiropodist provide anything a podiatrist cannot ?

Accepted Answer

No: A podiatrist has more training post-baccalaureate with 4 years of medical school as well as residency training.

Question 10

to podiatrists: how many times do you see asymmetrical gait in patients?

Accepted Answer

Not uncommon: There are many reasons why this can occur  and it is not uncommon at all.

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