Susan M. Rice, DPM, FACFAS
1 Central Avenue, Suite 301
Tarrytown, New York 10591
914-631-3166
Fax: 914-631-4513
What is a Podiatrist?
What is a Podiatrist?
Find Out How a Podiatrist Can Help You
What Is a Podiatrist?
A podiatrist is a doctor of podiatric medicine (DPM), also known as a podiatric physician or surgeon. Podiatrists diagnose and treat conditions of the foot, ankle, and related structures of the leg.
What Are the Qualifications of a Podiatrist?
Podiatrists are the most qualified doctors to care for your feet. They complete four years of training in a podiatric medical school and three years of hospital residency training. This training is similar to that of other doctors.
Podiatrists can specialize in many fields, including surgery, sports medicine, wound care, pediatrics (children), and diabetic care.
Doctors of podiatric medicine have the education, training, experience, and licensure to:
• perform comprehensive medical history and physical examinations;
• prescribe drugs and order and perform physical therapy;
• perform surgeries ranging from basic to complex reconstructive surgery;
• repair fractures and treat sports–related injuries;
• prescribe and fit orthotics, durable medical goods, and custom–made shoes; and
• perform and interpret X–rays and other imaging studies.
Call 914-631-3166 to Schedule Your Appointment.
Locally Owned and Operated in Tarrytown, NY for 25 Years
Diplomate of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
Member of the New York State Podiatric Medical Association