A Podiatrist is a doctor of podiatric medicine (DPM), also known as a podiatric physician or surgeon. They are qualified by their education, training, and expertise to diagnose and treat conditions affecting the foot, ankle and related structures of the leg, and to perform surgeries as needed.
Podiatrists are defined as physicians by the federal government and in most states. DPMs receive medical education and training comparable to medical doctors, including four years of undergraduate education, four years of graduate education at one of eight accredited podiatric medical colleges and two or three years of hospital residency training. Within the field of podiatry, practitioners can focus on many different specialty areas, including surgery, sports medicine, biomechanics, geriatrics, pediatrics, orthopedics or primary care.
A majority of podiatrists are board–certified. Certification is considered to be an earned credential for those podiatric physicians who have achieved a high level of skill and ability.
WWMG’s Podiatrists specialize in the comprehensive care of patients with foot and ankle problems or injuries. If needed, our Podiatrists also perform foot and ankle surgeries to support patients’ comprehensive treatment and recovery.
WWMG’s board-certified Podiatrists focus on preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions of the foot and ankle to improve the overall health of patients in Everett and the greater Snohomish County area. They strive for long-term resolution of foot problems, and put great emphasis on the prevention of future injuries, so patients can get back to living a healthy and active lifestyle.
WWMG’s Podiatry clinic is located at 3802 Broadway, Suite B in Everett. Appointments can be requested online, through MyChart, or by calling (425) 259-0855.