Podiatry

Service Details

•    examine patients' feet to determine the nature and extent of conditions, deformities and injuries
•    examine and treat foot and leg abnormalities caused by diseases such as diabetes
•    prescribe and organize corrective footwear to address foot abnormalities
•    prescribe and fit devices for the protection and correction of foot abnormalities
•    advise patients about continued treatment and foot care
•    provide rehabilitation services to the physically handicapped
•    work as part of a multidisciplinary team to assess the necessity of consulting a Podiatrist
•    treat a wound of the foot to prevent an admission to hospital
•    attend relevant professional development training to maintain currency of practice.

Registration

Registration as a Podiatrist with AHPRA.

Education

Bachelor of Podiatry or Podiatric Medicine and clinical placement. To practice as a Podiatrist you must be registered with the Podiatry Board of Australia.

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