A Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) is a podiatrist who diagnoses, treats and performs surgery on conditions of the foot, ankle and related structures of the leg.
Most podiatrists have a general family practice, treating foot and ankle problems for all ages. Some also specialize in foot surgery, biomechanics, podopediatrics, wound care and diabetic foot care. Podiatrists earn board certification with clinical experience and rigorous examinations and they are required to earn continuing medical education credits each year to maintain their license to practice.