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Arizona
Arizona School of Podiatric Medicine at Midwestern University (AZPod)
Glendale, AZ
(623) 572-3275; (888) 247-9277
www.midwestern.edu/azpod
California
California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University (CSPM)
Oakland, CA
(510) 869-6789
www.samuelmerritt.edu/podiatric_medicine
Western University of Health Sciences - College of Podiatric Medicine (WUCPM)
Pomona, CA
(909) 469-5485
http://prospective.westernu.edu/podiatry/welcome
Florida
Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine (BUSPM)
Miami Shores, FL
(305) 899-3123; (800) 695-2279
www.barry.edu/podiatry
Illinois
Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine
	 at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (SCPM)
North Chicago, IL
(847) 578-8400; (800) 843-3059
www.rosalindfranklin.edu/scholl
Iowa
College of Podiatric Medicine & Surgery at Des Moines University (DMU - CPMS)
Des Moines, IA
(515) 271-7497
www.dmu.edu/cpms/pm
New York
New York College of Podiatric Medicine (NYCPM)
New York, NY
(212) 410-8098; (800) 526-6966
www.nycpm.edu
Ohio
Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine (KSUCPM)
Independence, OH
(216) 231-3300
www.kent.edu/cpm
Pennsylvania
Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine (TUSPM)
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 625-5451; (800) 220-FEET
http://podiatry.temple.edu
Schools and Colleges of Podiatric Medicine
American Association of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine
15850 Crabbs Branch Way, Suite 320
Rockville, MD 20855
301-948-0957
podinfo@aacpm.org
www.AACPM.org
Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/AACPM
Follow us on Twitter @PodMedColleges
AACPMAS Application Service
P.O. Box 9200
Watertown, MA 02471
617-612-2900
www.portal.aacpmas.org
American Podiatric Medical Association
9312 Old Georgetown Road
Bethesda, MD 20814-1621
301-581-9200
www.APMA.org
Most podiatric physicians
enjoy the satisfaction
of working
with their patients.
1:1
The 4-YEAR
podiatric medical curriculum
is robust and rigorous,
offering you many challenges
and much satisfaction.
Schools and
Colleges of
Podiatric
Medicine
in the U.S.
9
comprise the structure
of the foot.
26 BONES
$175,000
averagesalaryin2012
Diabetes is the 6th leading cause
of death in the United States, affecting over
25 MILLION PEOPLE
of the students who
enter a college of
podiatric medicine
have a bachelor’s
degree.
97%
Applicants need
semester hours
or the equivalent of
college credit at an
accredited institution
to apply.
90
19%of the applicant pool self-identified as
African Americans (10%), Hispanic/Latinos (7%), and
Native American/Alaska Natives (2%) and comprised
85 (12.3%) of the enrollees in 2012.
Women made up 40%of matriculating students in 2012.
After completing
4 years of podiatric
medical studies, podiatric
physicians apply for a
comprehensive 3 year
Podiatric Medicine and
Surgery Residency (PMSR).
Podiatric physicians
are licensed in all
states, the
District of Columbia,
and Puerto Rico.
50
The average DPM
works just over
40hours per week
and treats approximately
100patients per week.
A podiatrist is a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine,
known also as a podiatric physician or surgeon,
qualified by their education and training to
diagnose and treat conditions affecting the foot
and ankle. A doctor of podiatric medicine (DPM)
is a specialist in the prevention, diagnosis, and
treatment of foot, ankle and related structures
of the leg.
DPMs specialize in a variety of areas such as surgery,
orthopedics, or public health. DPMs practice sports medicine,
pediatrics, dermatology, radiology, geriatrics, or diabetic foot
care. A DPM utilizes x-rays and laboratory tests for diagnostic
purposes, prescribes medications, orders physical therapy,
sets fractures, and performs surgery.
While some podiatric physicians will cite compensation as
the main reason they chose to pursue podiatric medicine,
most will state it was the best fit when comparing the
lifestyles of other medical specialties. In a recent practice
survey, most podiatrists stated they enjoy a 30 to 60 hour
work week, with the average DPM working just over 40 hours
per week. This is well below the average work week for the
most sought after MD and DO specialties (e.g., dermatology
(45.5 hours/week) or ophthalmology (47 hours/week)
(Dorsey, Jarjoura, & Rutecki, 2003)). There are many additional
benefits however.
Most podiatric physicians enjoy the satisfaction of working
one-on-one with their patients. In a 2010 practice survey
conducted by the American Podiatric Medical Association,
(APMA) podiatric physicians reported treating approximately
100 patients per week. This manageable patient load allows
for a DPM to provide in-office treatments and focus on
patient wellness.
Frequently, podiatric physicians set their own hours, but
often work evenings and weekends to accommodate their
patients. Podiatrists who are affiliated with hospitals or clinics
may also have an on-call schedule, where they respond to
all lower extremity related emergencies during weekends or
evenings. However, most lower-extremity treatments are
elective and may be scheduled during normal office hours.
The individual who chooses to become a podiatric physician
joins a society of highly respected doctors and physicians,
earning a place of honor in his or her neighborhood and
community. With deep commitments to community service
and volunteerism, podiatric physicians are viewed as valued
benefactors to many charitable organizations.
Rewarding patient
experiences, fulfilling
lifestyle, prestige among
colleagues, and high
income are all unmistakable
reasons to explore podiatric
medicine as a first-choice
medical specialty.
Want to learn more?
Shadowing a DPM has been proven to be one of the best ways
for you to learn about the countless aspects of a career in
podiatric medicine.You may be allowed to watch actual patient
procedures, discuss potential diagnoses with the physician or
permitted to review diagnostic images with the DPM.To find a
DPM near where you live, visit www.aacpm.org/contactpod.
While investigating careers in medicine, you may be surprised
to learn that specialists of the lower extremity follow a
distinctive education path, not the traditional medicine path
with which you might be most familiar.
Podiatric physicians receive medical education and training
comparable to medical doctors, including three to four years
of undergraduate education, four years of graduate education
at a college of podiatric medicine and three years of hospital-
based residency training.
The first two years of study include a broadly based, basic
science curriculum comprising study of Gross Anatomy,
Biochemistry, Microbiology and Pathology, to name just a few.
Students also study the anatomical, physiological and structural
function of the lower extremity in detail. Didactic instruction
evolves into clinical classroom study with application to the
fundamentals of podiatric medicine and surgery and actual
clinical exposure. Topics of study include Pharmacology,
Surgery, Radiology, Biomechanics and General Medicine. At
some schools, students are introduced to interdisciplinary
study with students from other healthcare disciplines.
The third and fourth years include clinical rotations through
podiatric medical clinics, hospitals, long-term care facilities, and
professional office settings where students are afforded the
privilege of working with real patients. The goal of podiatric
clinical training is to provide students with basic competencies
in prevention, diagnosis and treatment of the lower extremity.
Students are also exposed to cutting edge research, practice
management methodologies and electronic medical records
as part of their hands-on training.
With just nine schools and colleges of podiatric medicine in
the U.S., it’s easy to discover which school is the best fit for
you. Schools and colleges which offer the doctor of podiatric
medicine degree are accredited by the Council on Podiatric
Medical Education. Most schools and colleges of podiatric
medicine also are accredited by a regional educational
accrediting organization. For more information about the
schools and colleges of podiatric medicine, please contact:
American Association of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine
15850 Crabbs Branch Way, Suite 320
Rockville, MD 20855
301-948-0957 podinfo@aacpm.org www.AACPM.org
While investigating careers
in medicine, you may be
surprised to learn that
specialists of the lower
extremity follow a distinctive
education path, not the
traditional medicine path
with which you might be
most familiar.
www.AACPM.orgAmerican Association of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine 301-948-0957
Successful candidates who apply for entry into one of the nine schools and colleges of podiatric medicine
display positive characteristics of mature adults. Evidence of preparation for a career in medicine, and
specifically a career in podiatric medicine, should also be present in each application. Candidates with
strong science preparation are preferred. Attributes of successful candidates also include good time
management, problem solving proficiency and a strong sense of inter- and intrapersonal communication
skills. Successful candidates also have a demonstrable record of community service or good works, a
strong academic record in the sciences, and are well-rounded individuals.
Traditionally the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) has been the only standardized test required
for admission to the colleges of podiatric medicine. However, some colleges will accept the US Dental
Admission Test (DAT). If a student has not taken the MCAT, they should check the policy of each
individual college in which they are interested to ascertain if test scores other than the MCAT are
acceptable for admission.
Actual minimum semester credit hour requirements for all of the colleges of podiatric medicine
include the following prerequisites:
Course Semester Hours
Biology 8–12
Chemistry 8
Organic Chemistry 8
Physics 8
English 6–8
The American Association of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine Application Service (AACPMAS) allows
students to apply to all nine of the colleges of podiatric medicine with one online application.
Many forms of financial aid are available to podiatric medical students, including scholarships and loans.
Some financial aid is available directly from the colleges, and many state, local and national podiatric
medical organizations offer scholarships or loans to students. Financial aid officers at colleges of podiatric
medicine will have more information.
Podiatric medicine embraces a multitude of diverse students and practicing podiatric physicians. The
colleges of podiatric medicine actively recruit students from all ethnic backgrounds, races and genders.
The podiatric medical schools and colleges and AACPM welcome admission inquiries from individuals
trained in other health disciplines. AACPMAS, its parent organization, AACPM, and the colleges adhere to
all legal requirements, including the American with Disabilities Act.
Apply now! www.portal.aacpmas.org

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2015 AACPM Brochure

  • 1. Arizona Arizona School of Podiatric Medicine at Midwestern University (AZPod) Glendale, AZ (623) 572-3275; (888) 247-9277 www.midwestern.edu/azpod California California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University (CSPM) Oakland, CA (510) 869-6789 www.samuelmerritt.edu/podiatric_medicine Western University of Health Sciences - College of Podiatric Medicine (WUCPM) Pomona, CA (909) 469-5485 http://prospective.westernu.edu/podiatry/welcome Florida Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine (BUSPM) Miami Shores, FL (305) 899-3123; (800) 695-2279 www.barry.edu/podiatry Illinois Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (SCPM) North Chicago, IL (847) 578-8400; (800) 843-3059 www.rosalindfranklin.edu/scholl Iowa College of Podiatric Medicine & Surgery at Des Moines University (DMU - CPMS) Des Moines, IA (515) 271-7497 www.dmu.edu/cpms/pm New York New York College of Podiatric Medicine (NYCPM) New York, NY (212) 410-8098; (800) 526-6966 www.nycpm.edu Ohio Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine (KSUCPM) Independence, OH (216) 231-3300 www.kent.edu/cpm Pennsylvania Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine (TUSPM) Philadelphia, PA (215) 625-5451; (800) 220-FEET http://podiatry.temple.edu Schools and Colleges of Podiatric Medicine American Association of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine 15850 Crabbs Branch Way, Suite 320 Rockville, MD 20855 301-948-0957 podinfo@aacpm.org www.AACPM.org Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/AACPM Follow us on Twitter @PodMedColleges AACPMAS Application Service P.O. Box 9200 Watertown, MA 02471 617-612-2900 www.portal.aacpmas.org American Podiatric Medical Association 9312 Old Georgetown Road Bethesda, MD 20814-1621 301-581-9200 www.APMA.org Most podiatric physicians enjoy the satisfaction of working with their patients. 1:1 The 4-YEAR podiatric medical curriculum is robust and rigorous, offering you many challenges and much satisfaction. Schools and Colleges of Podiatric Medicine in the U.S. 9 comprise the structure of the foot. 26 BONES $175,000 averagesalaryin2012 Diabetes is the 6th leading cause of death in the United States, affecting over 25 MILLION PEOPLE of the students who enter a college of podiatric medicine have a bachelor’s degree. 97% Applicants need semester hours or the equivalent of college credit at an accredited institution to apply. 90 19%of the applicant pool self-identified as African Americans (10%), Hispanic/Latinos (7%), and Native American/Alaska Natives (2%) and comprised 85 (12.3%) of the enrollees in 2012. Women made up 40%of matriculating students in 2012. After completing 4 years of podiatric medical studies, podiatric physicians apply for a comprehensive 3 year Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency (PMSR). Podiatric physicians are licensed in all states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. 50 The average DPM works just over 40hours per week and treats approximately 100patients per week.
  • 2. A podiatrist is a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, known also as a podiatric physician or surgeon, qualified by their education and training to diagnose and treat conditions affecting the foot and ankle. A doctor of podiatric medicine (DPM) is a specialist in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of foot, ankle and related structures of the leg. DPMs specialize in a variety of areas such as surgery, orthopedics, or public health. DPMs practice sports medicine, pediatrics, dermatology, radiology, geriatrics, or diabetic foot care. A DPM utilizes x-rays and laboratory tests for diagnostic purposes, prescribes medications, orders physical therapy, sets fractures, and performs surgery. While some podiatric physicians will cite compensation as the main reason they chose to pursue podiatric medicine, most will state it was the best fit when comparing the lifestyles of other medical specialties. In a recent practice survey, most podiatrists stated they enjoy a 30 to 60 hour work week, with the average DPM working just over 40 hours per week. This is well below the average work week for the most sought after MD and DO specialties (e.g., dermatology (45.5 hours/week) or ophthalmology (47 hours/week) (Dorsey, Jarjoura, & Rutecki, 2003)). There are many additional benefits however. Most podiatric physicians enjoy the satisfaction of working one-on-one with their patients. In a 2010 practice survey conducted by the American Podiatric Medical Association, (APMA) podiatric physicians reported treating approximately 100 patients per week. This manageable patient load allows for a DPM to provide in-office treatments and focus on patient wellness. Frequently, podiatric physicians set their own hours, but often work evenings and weekends to accommodate their patients. Podiatrists who are affiliated with hospitals or clinics may also have an on-call schedule, where they respond to all lower extremity related emergencies during weekends or evenings. However, most lower-extremity treatments are elective and may be scheduled during normal office hours. The individual who chooses to become a podiatric physician joins a society of highly respected doctors and physicians, earning a place of honor in his or her neighborhood and community. With deep commitments to community service and volunteerism, podiatric physicians are viewed as valued benefactors to many charitable organizations. Rewarding patient experiences, fulfilling lifestyle, prestige among colleagues, and high income are all unmistakable reasons to explore podiatric medicine as a first-choice medical specialty. Want to learn more? Shadowing a DPM has been proven to be one of the best ways for you to learn about the countless aspects of a career in podiatric medicine.You may be allowed to watch actual patient procedures, discuss potential diagnoses with the physician or permitted to review diagnostic images with the DPM.To find a DPM near where you live, visit www.aacpm.org/contactpod. While investigating careers in medicine, you may be surprised to learn that specialists of the lower extremity follow a distinctive education path, not the traditional medicine path with which you might be most familiar. Podiatric physicians receive medical education and training comparable to medical doctors, including three to four years of undergraduate education, four years of graduate education at a college of podiatric medicine and three years of hospital- based residency training. The first two years of study include a broadly based, basic science curriculum comprising study of Gross Anatomy, Biochemistry, Microbiology and Pathology, to name just a few. Students also study the anatomical, physiological and structural function of the lower extremity in detail. Didactic instruction evolves into clinical classroom study with application to the fundamentals of podiatric medicine and surgery and actual clinical exposure. Topics of study include Pharmacology, Surgery, Radiology, Biomechanics and General Medicine. At some schools, students are introduced to interdisciplinary study with students from other healthcare disciplines. The third and fourth years include clinical rotations through podiatric medical clinics, hospitals, long-term care facilities, and professional office settings where students are afforded the privilege of working with real patients. The goal of podiatric clinical training is to provide students with basic competencies in prevention, diagnosis and treatment of the lower extremity. Students are also exposed to cutting edge research, practice management methodologies and electronic medical records as part of their hands-on training. With just nine schools and colleges of podiatric medicine in the U.S., it’s easy to discover which school is the best fit for you. Schools and colleges which offer the doctor of podiatric medicine degree are accredited by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education. Most schools and colleges of podiatric medicine also are accredited by a regional educational accrediting organization. For more information about the schools and colleges of podiatric medicine, please contact: American Association of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine 15850 Crabbs Branch Way, Suite 320 Rockville, MD 20855 301-948-0957 podinfo@aacpm.org www.AACPM.org While investigating careers in medicine, you may be surprised to learn that specialists of the lower extremity follow a distinctive education path, not the traditional medicine path with which you might be most familiar. www.AACPM.orgAmerican Association of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine 301-948-0957 Successful candidates who apply for entry into one of the nine schools and colleges of podiatric medicine display positive characteristics of mature adults. Evidence of preparation for a career in medicine, and specifically a career in podiatric medicine, should also be present in each application. Candidates with strong science preparation are preferred. Attributes of successful candidates also include good time management, problem solving proficiency and a strong sense of inter- and intrapersonal communication skills. Successful candidates also have a demonstrable record of community service or good works, a strong academic record in the sciences, and are well-rounded individuals. Traditionally the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) has been the only standardized test required for admission to the colleges of podiatric medicine. However, some colleges will accept the US Dental Admission Test (DAT). If a student has not taken the MCAT, they should check the policy of each individual college in which they are interested to ascertain if test scores other than the MCAT are acceptable for admission. Actual minimum semester credit hour requirements for all of the colleges of podiatric medicine include the following prerequisites: Course Semester Hours Biology 8–12 Chemistry 8 Organic Chemistry 8 Physics 8 English 6–8 The American Association of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine Application Service (AACPMAS) allows students to apply to all nine of the colleges of podiatric medicine with one online application. Many forms of financial aid are available to podiatric medical students, including scholarships and loans. Some financial aid is available directly from the colleges, and many state, local and national podiatric medical organizations offer scholarships or loans to students. Financial aid officers at colleges of podiatric medicine will have more information. Podiatric medicine embraces a multitude of diverse students and practicing podiatric physicians. The colleges of podiatric medicine actively recruit students from all ethnic backgrounds, races and genders. The podiatric medical schools and colleges and AACPM welcome admission inquiries from individuals trained in other health disciplines. AACPMAS, its parent organization, AACPM, and the colleges adhere to all legal requirements, including the American with Disabilities Act. Apply now! www.portal.aacpmas.org