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The Medicine of Movement
As humans, we were made to move.
With purpose. With speed. With grace.
And without pain.
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The Medicine of Movement
The field of podiatric medicine has changed dramatically. Podiatric medicine is exciting and benefits people in ways you’ve never imagined. Today, the new podiatrist is a surgical specialist, contributor to the overall wellness of a patient, and an important member of team-based health care. Learn more about podiatric medicine, the work-life balance, and find a mentor.
As a podiatric physician, you will learn to practice the medicine of movement.
- You will apply your passion for medicine. For learning. For healing.
- You will be able to recognize illness in any part of the human body.
- You will build compassion, expertise and skill in treating the whole person, quite literally from the ground up.
- You will be given more advantages, assistance and opportunities to work in your specialty – and in less time than you thought possible.
- You will learn the comforting manner, cool head and steady hand of a trusted medical partner, in the profession and in your patient’s lives.
- With a foundation like this, soon you, your career and your patients can begin moving toward a stronger future.
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Podiatry Offers Work-Life Balance
The profession of Podiatric Medicine is a hidden gem in the health care ecosystem. While a growing number of physicians suffer from burnout, podiatrists tend to enjoy a career in health care with the benefits of time with family and lower stress.