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Podiatrists at The Foot Institute – Red Deer specialize in the surgical and medical therapy of the foot and ankle. Our podiatrists invest around ten years in education, the first 4 years in undergraduate studies to achieve a Bachelors Degree, and the 2nd four years in Medical School to obtain a Podiatric Medical Degree. Podiatric Medical School resembles regular medical school and as a matter of fact quite a number podiatry training programs are contained inside these academic institutions. After getting a Podiatric Medial Degree, Podiatrists at the Foot Institute undertake a hospital "internship" or residency for an additional 1 - 3 years.
Upon the completion of the internship or post degree residency, our Podiatrists have gained encompassing healthcare training with an importance on difficulties regarding the ankles and feet. They are trained to handle concerns varying from standard disorders for example, ingrown and fungal toenails, to those which are much more perplexing for instance, clubfoot, bunions, or reconstructive surgery of the foot. Doctors at The Foot Institute have comprehensive surgical training which give them the skill necessary to conduct surgical treatment on those problems that are best remedied through surgical intervention.
Our Doctors additionally have a thorough expertise and understanding of biomechanics, which is the study of the forces which the feet and legs receive as we walk, run or perform other tasks. Understanding biomechanics and gait deviations allows a Foot doctor to develop footwear and orthotics that can bestow pain relief and help prevent numerous complications which the feet normally encounter.