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Podiatrists here at The Foot Institute – Red Deer focus on the medical and surgical treatment of the ankle and foot. Foot Institute Doctors spend about a decade in learning, the first four years in undergrad studies to acquire a Bachelors Degree, and the 2nd four years in Medical School to acquire a Podiatric Medical Degree. Podiatric Medical School resembles standard medical school and as a matter of fact a number of podiatry programs are located within these schools. Upon obtaining a Podiatric Medial Degree, Doctors at the Foot Institute undertake a hospital "internship" or residency for yet another one to three years.
Upon the completion of the internship or residency, our Podiatrists have acquired significant medical instruction with an emphasis on problems regarding the ankles and feet. Foot Institute Doctors are studied to manage issues extending from common ailments for instance, ingrown and fungal toenails, to those which are far more perplexing for instance, clubfoot, bunions, or reconstructive surgery of the foot. Our physicians have comprehensive surgical instruction which furnish them the expertise vital to conduct surgery on those troubles that are best treated through surgical treatment.
Our Doctors likewise have a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of biomechanics, which is the study of the forces which the feet and legs go through as we walk, run or perform other tasks. Learning about biomechanics and gait deviations enables a Podiatrist to develop shoes and orthotics which can deliver pain relief and defend against many issues which the feet typically encounter.