Navy Officer Subspecialty · Medical
1892 Podiatry
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Overview
Podiatrists diagnose diseases of the human foot. They treat these diseases through medical and surgical methods.
Core Skills
- foot and ankle diagnosis
- podiatric surgery
- wound care
- diabetic foot management
- orthotic prescription
- musculoskeletal treatment
- infection management
- imaging interpretation
- patient education
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Access
- Advantage Software Podiatry Advantage
- DocSite Registry
- Email software
- Fox Meadows Software MediNotes e
- Quick Notes PDQ Podiatry
- Scanner imaging software
Civilian Career Paths
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
Training & Development
Getting Started
- State Licensed Podiatrist
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Certified Wound Specialist Physician (CWSP)
Career Growth
- Board Certified in Foot Surgery
- Board Certified in Reconstructive Rearfoot and Ankle Surgery
- Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
- Certified Foot Care Specialist®
What the Work Involves
- Diagnose diseases and deformities of the foot using medical histories, physical examinations, x-rays, and laboratory test results.
- Treat bone, muscle, and joint disorders affecting the feet and ankles.
- Advise patients about treatments and foot care techniques necessary for prevention of future problems.
- Prescribe medications, corrective devices, physical therapy, or surgery.
- Surgically treat conditions such as corns, calluses, ingrown nails, tumors, shortened tendons, bunions, cysts, or abscesses.
Related Occupations
- Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric
- Pediatric Surgeons
- Dermatologists
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: graduate-level education or extensive experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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