Trevor R. Williams, Class of 2001 Podiatric medicine is one of the fastest growing professions in America. By the year 2000, visits for podiatric medical care will climb to 80 million per year, with only one podiatrist for every 20,000 Americans. By the time an individual reaches the age of 50, they have walked an estimated 75,000 miles on their feet. The field of podiatric medicine and surgery continues to evolve with the changing health care environment.
Podiatric physicians have hospital priviledges throughout the country.
Health maintenance organizations, other health plans, and third-party insurers also recognize and provide reimbursement for podiatric services. This is of particular importance to me, as I am deeply committed to spending time with my family. Often, quality of life issues are also a major concern. With an improved outlook for long life, physical fitness activities designed to promote health and prevent disease will continue to grow. Since most of these activities involve the use, and all too frequently the abuse, of the foot, podiatric physicians are sought out to provide the medical and surgical care needed to maintain comfortable and enjoyable exercise.