FAQs for Dr. Paul & Dr. Maria

Podiatrists are Doctors,medically trained to treat foot and ankle problems that arise from sports injuries , diabetes complications, deformities and other heel related pain. Here are a few questions that come up related to treatment by podatrists.

Q: What is the difference between a podiatrist, podiatric physician and podiatric surgeon?

A: All these type of doctors are described as doctors of podiatric medicine or DPMs. All of these medical professionals are qualified to treat foot and ankle problems.

Q. How much education do DPMs receive?

A. DPMs receive training comparable to medical doctors which typically include four years of undergraduate education, four years of graduate school and 2-3 years of post grad hospital based training.

Q. Are serious illnesses ever diagnosed by podiatrists?

A. Frequently they are. Diabetes, heart disease, obesity, arthritis and peripheral arterial disease are often diagnosed as a result of conditions that involve the feet and ankles. Podiatrists are trained to detect such conditions and help you avoid complications with early treatment.

Q. What areas do podiatrists specialize in?

A. Like most doctors many have their own areas of interest. Many specialize in surgery, sports medicine, geriatrics or orthopedics.