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Q:What is a podiatric surgeon?

A:Podiatric Surgeons specialize in foot and ankle surgery. They are the surgical specialists of the podiatric profession. Foot and ankle surgeons provide complete medical and surgical care for a variety of problems that affect people of every age.

Q:Why is board certification important to patients?

A:ABPS protects patients by advancing the art and science of podiatric surgery. Our certification ensures that ABPS-certified surgeons have completed appropriate training, successfully performed a diverse range of podiatric surgical procedures, and passed our extensive written and oral examinations.

Q:What kind of training is required to become board certified by ABPS today?

A:Certified surgeons must graduate from an accredited four year podiatric medical school and complete residency training at a program approved by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education. They must also have four years of post-doctoral clinical experience and present a diverse mix of documented cases for review by the ABPS Credentials Committee.

Q:How do I find an ABPS certified podiatric surgeon in my area?

A:Any doctor who appears in our database has been certified. We have thousands of members across North America. To locate a certified podiatric surgeon in your area, go to Locate a Member.

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