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Dr.’s at The Foot Institute – Grande Prairie specialise in the medical and surgical treatment of the ankle and foot. Our podiatrists devote an average of ten years in higher education, the first four years in undergraduate studies to receive a Bachelors Degree, and the 2nd four years in Medical School to obtain a Podiatric Medical Degree. Podiatric Medical School is similar to regular medical school and in reality a number of podiatry programs are located within these institutions. Upon obtaining a Podiatric Medial Degree, Doctors at the Foot Institute carry out a hospital "internship" or post degree residency for yet another one to three years.
At the completion of the internship or post degree residency, our Podiatrists have obtained extensive medical training with an emphasis on concerns involving the ankles and feet. Our Doctors are instructed to deal with issues ranging from general disorders for example, fungal and ingrown toe nails, to those which are far more intricate such as clubfoot, bunions, or reconstructive surgery of the foot. Our physicians have significant surgical training which furnish them the skill essential to conduct surgery on those troubles that are best managed through surgical treatment.
Foot Institute Doctors furthermore have a thorough practical knowledge and understanding of biomechanics, which is the study of the forces which the legs and feet submit to as we walk, run or carry out other tasks. Comprehending biomechanics and gait problems facilitates a Podiatric physician to develop shoes and orthotics which can deliver pain relief and prevent numerous conditions which the feet routinely experience.