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Physicians here at The Foot Institute – Red Deer specialize in the surgical and medical treatment of the foot and ankle. They spend an average of 10 years in education, the first four years in undergrad studies to receive a Bachelors Degree, and the second 4 years in Medical School to acquire a Podiatric Medical Degree. Podiatric Medical School corresponds to traditional medical school and in fact a number of podiatry programs lie within these institutions. Upon securing a Podiatric Medial Degree, Podiatrists at the Foot Institute carry out a hospital "internship" or post degree residency for another 1 to 3 years.
At the fulfillment of the internship or residency, our Foot doctors have gained encompassing medical instruction with an importance on difficulties involving the ankles and feet. They are qualified to treat concerns stretching from conventional disorders for instance, ingrown and fungal toenails, to those which are much more intricate for example, clubfoot, bunions, or reconstructive surgery of the foot. Our physicians have comprehensive surgical education which provide them the expertise required to carry out surgery on those concerns that are best handled through surgical treatment.
Foot Institute Doctors likewise have a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of biomechanics, which is the study of the forces which the legs and feet go through as we walk, run or carry out other activities. Comprehending biomechanics and gait peculiarities allows a Foot doctor to develop shoes and orthotics which can deliver pain relief and prevent many conditions which the feet typically encounter.