Despite the relatively easy transition into Temple by the podiatric school, Mattiacci said there is still more work to be done. We now have to develop clinical rotations. We want to integrate our services with the medical school's services. Such an integration would enable podiatric students to gain valuable hands-on experience, while at the same time expose medical students to the capabilities of podiatric specialists, Mattiacci said. When people think feet, they should think of Temple University Hospital.
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The association with the University also will enhance podiatric medicine's standing in the medical field, Mattiacci said. People will begin to accept podiatric medicine for the role it should play. Being a part of the Temple health care system gives us the credit we deserve. To further enhance the learning experience for podiatric students, Mattiacci said a concerted effort will be made to reconnect with the podiatric school's alumni. We need them to help us succeed.