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Specialists here at The Foot Institute – Red Deer concentrate on the surgical and medical treatment of the ankle and foot. Our podiatrists invest around 10 years in higher education, the first 4 years in undergrad studies to get a Bachelors Degree, and the following four years in Medical School to have a Podiatric Medical Degree. Podiatric Medical School is similar to typical medical school and as a matter of fact several podiatry programmes are located inside these schools. Upon getting a Podiatric Medial Degree, Physicians at the Foot Institute carry out a hospital "internship" or residency for another 1 to 3 years.
At the completion of the internship or post degree residency, our Podiatric physicians have acquired wide-ranging health care training with an attention to on conditions involving the feet and ankles. Foot Institute Doctors are taught to treat concerns varying from usual ailments for instance, ingrown and fungal toe nails, to those which are far more complex such as clubfoot, bunions, or reconstructive surgery of the foot. Doctors at the Foot Institute have substantial surgical training which give them the practical experience necessary to carry out surgical treatment on those issues that are best managed through surgical treatment.
Our Doctors likewise have a thorough practical knowledge and understanding of biomechanics, which is the study of the forces which the feet and legs endure as we walk, run or carry out other activities. Recognizing biomechanics and gait peculiarities allows a Podiatrist to design footwear and orthotics that can deliver pain relief and reduce the chances of many issues which the feet typically encounter.