Podiatrists

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Diagnose and treat problems with the human foot.

Podiatrists perform medical services on feet. In some cases, they treat conditions surgically. They may prescribe medications or correct deformities with casts.

Wages	$106.54 per hour on average
Outlook	The outlook is Fair
Education & Training	Graduate degree (any type) is typically required.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Pre-Podiatric Medicine, Bemidji State University Pre-Podiatric Medicine, Minnesota State University Mankato Pre-Podiatry, Winona State University Pre-Podiatric Medicine, Southwest Minnesota State University
On the Job	Work Activities Operate on patients to treat conditions. Refer patients to other healthcare practitioners or health resources. Treat chronic diseases or disorders. Treat patients using alternative medical procedures. Diagnose medical conditions. Maintain medical facility records. Advise patients on preventive care techniques. Analyze test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment. Manage healthcare operations. Communicate health and wellness information to the public.
Career Pathways	Therapeutic Services
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