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Podiatrists
A podiatrist is a specialized doctor who diagnoses and treats diseases and conditions of the foot, ankle and leg. In other words, a podiatrist is a "foot doctor." In this category you can ask questions about this profession including the education required to become a podiatrist and average salary.
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How much money does a podiatrist surgeon earn?
Though salary figures vary widely depending upon many factors, the median salary for board-certified podiatric surgeons is $174,496 as of 2011.
Do humans really need to wear shoes?
Turns out we don't! Well, other than to protect from potentially harmful debris or hazardous weather conditions, that is.
Our feet don't need a soft cushion between us and the ground, and when our shoes provide that barrier, we tend to walk harder, negating a lot of that softening effect in a primal effort to feel the ground beneath us. Barefoot, your natural stride is a bit shorter, meaning instead of the edge of your heel hitting the pavement first, the impact moves closer to the middle of your foot, softening the blow. And within their rubber and fabric prisons, your feet can't be as flexible, meaning you're missing out on a powerful push off from your toes with each step. As proof of this, researchers at the University of the Witwatersrand found that humans had healthier feet before the invention of shoes.
As a personal anecdote, I actually went to college with a guy who walked around campus barefoot all the time. I remember seeing him around once after it had rained -- the sidewalk was all wet and kind of gritty, and his bare feet were getting all of that up close and personal. Gross! But I guess he was on to something after all.
How can you fix overpronation?
You can fix overpronation by buying and wearing shoes that have less of an arch.
What is more normal long or short toes?
It is normal to have 5 toes on one foot. I am a podiatrist and beyond that, I have seen every variable. Also, when you ask about long and short toes, I think you must mean the length of toes relative to each other because short, stubby toes are unusual.
Most people seem to have the great toe longest and the other toes shorter than the great toe (the hallux) in descending order--2,3,4,5. Some people have a long 2nd toe and this is considered in some cultures to indicate royalty. The statues at Hearst castle all have long 2nd toes. If your 1st, 2nd and 3rd toes are of equal length, you'd have an easier time en pointe in ballet. So, to answer your question, I would say, neither long or short toes are normal as the human foot shows much variety.
What is the best place for African American Female Podiatrist to work?
anywhere where you can meet an African American rich guy, so you can quit podiatry!!
Yes, Podiatrists are real doctors, but not exactly the same as some other medical specialties. Instead of getting an MD or DO degree (the two types of fully licensed physicians recognized in the US), they have a DPM (Doctor of Podiatric Medicine) degree. Like dentists, podiatrists are incredibly important to a person's health and they are important to the healthcare team. They specialize in treating ailments of the feet and performing foot and ankle surgery. Despite this specialization, Podiatrists have knowledge about the whole body as their training parallels that of most medical students..
The first two years of Podiatry school consists of regular medical school courses but the last two years are spent studying the lower extremities, Podiatrists have to complete a two to three year residency following graduation. Some Podiatrists complete fellowships (further training) for further specialization. In total, over 10 years are spent training to become a Podiatrist. So they are doctors, but with tons of knowledge but a slightly limited scope of practice (to the feet and lower extremity) like a dentist is a doctor but for the mouth. Podiatrists are actually trained more comprehensively than dentists.
The central axis of the foot goes through the talus.
What does FACFAS stand for when pertaining to a podiatrist?
Fellowship of American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
No you should see a GP
What do you call someone who works with feet?
In medical terms, a person who works with feet is a podiatrist. Of course, your question as phrased could also be about ballet dancers. They work with their feet. There is also a martial art based on kick boxing.
How much money does a podiatrist earn in Ireland?
The average annual salary for a podiatrist in Ireland, West Virginia is $43,000. In Ireland, Indiana, the average is $58,000 per year, and in Ireland, Mississippi, the average annual income is $59,000 per year.
How can you sue the VA hospital admin?
If you are a veteran you can sue the VA for medical malpractice, but to do so, you need to speak to a lawyer that specializes in that type of litigation (suing someone). There is a time limit as to how long you have before it's too late to file, so you shouldn't wait very long to see a lawyer.
Law firms will talk with you concerning this matter and not charge you for the interview. If you ARE a veteran, then by law the lawyer cannot charge you more than 20% of the award --plus expenses-- if it does not go to trial, but if you HAVE to go to trial, then the lawyer can only receive 25% of what is awarded, plus expenses... Your spouse can also file against the VA with you, but I'm not sure the 20/25% applies to her, or not...
Usually law firms will not charge you anything if you lose the case.
