Podiatrists are educated in the latest techniques in surgery, orthopedics, dermatology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, enabling them to prevent, control, or cure foot health problems. Referral of patients to other physicians according to observed symptoms. In addition, podiatrists may serve as members of major group practices and health maintenance organizations. Podiatric physicians are licensed in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. Check each school's entrance requirements for additional coursework, required or recommended.
Any major is acceptable as long as the above premed requirements are completed.
It is also very advisable to interview several podiatrists and spend some time observing in their offices. Utah funds 1-3 positions annually at CCPM, allowing these students to attend at a reduced tuition rate. Most premed students utilize the Premed Office recommendation file service . See the advising office for more details. However, because all colleges accept students on a rolling admission basis it is advisable to apply in the fall well before the deadline, preferably no later than January 1st .