[Core] [72% incumbents] Treat bone, muscle, and joint disorders affecting the feet and ankles.
  DWAs: Treat chronic diseases or disorders.

[Core] [72% incumbents] Diagnose diseases and deformities of the foot using medical histories, physical examinations, x-rays, and laboratory test results.
  DWAs: Analyze test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment. | Diagnose medical conditions.

[Core] [72% incumbents] Advise patients about treatments and foot care techniques necessary for prevention of future problems.
  DWAs: Advise patients on preventive care techniques.

[Core] [72% incumbents] Prescribe medications, corrective devices, physical therapy, or surgery.
  DWAs: Prescribe treatments or therapies. | Prescribe medications. | Prescribe assistive medical devices or related treatments.

[Core] [72% incumbents] Correct deformities by means of plaster casts and strapping.
  DWAs: Treat chronic diseases or disorders.

[Core] [72% incumbents] Educate the public about the benefits of foot care through techniques such as speaking engagements, advertising, and other forums.
  DWAs: Communicate health and wellness information to the public.

[Core] [71% incumbents] Refer patients to physicians when symptoms indicative of systemic disorders, such as arthritis or diabetes, are observed in feet and legs.
  DWAs: Refer patients to other healthcare practitioners or health resources.

[Core] [71% incumbents] Make and fit prosthetic appliances.
  DWAs: Fabricate medical devices. | Adjust prostheses or other assistive devices.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Surgically treat conditions such as corns, calluses, ingrown nails, tumors, shortened tendons, bunions, cysts, or abscesses.
  DWAs: Operate on patients to treat conditions.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Perform administrative duties, such as hiring employees, ordering supplies, or keeping records.
  DWAs: Maintain medical facility records. | Manage healthcare operations. | Order medical supplies or equipment.

[Supplemental] [70% incumbents] Treat deformities using mechanical methods, such as whirlpool or paraffin baths, and electrical methods, such as short wave and low voltage currents.
  DWAs: Treat patients using alternative medical procedures.

--- SKILLS ---
  Reading Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:5.25) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Listening (imp:4.00 lvl:4.62) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:4.00 lvl:4.25) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Learning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.88) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Writing (imp:3.88 lvl:4.25) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Monitoring (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Science (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
  Learning Strategies (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Using mathematics to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:4.97 lvl:6.07) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.62 lvl:6.02) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  English Language (imp:4.60 lvl:5.20) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Education and Training (imp:4.12 lvl:5.07) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Computers and Electronics (imp:3.80 lvl:4.19) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Administration and Management (imp:3.77 lvl:3.82) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Biology (imp:3.77 lvl:4.53) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Chemistry (imp:3.37 lvl:3.61) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Psychology (imp:3.37 lvl:4.56) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:3.32 lvl:4.00) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Economics and Accounting (imp:3.22 lvl:3.47) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:3.21 lvl:3.81) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Administrative (imp:3.15 lvl:3.27) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.91 lvl:3.54) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Mathematics (imp:2.76 lvl:2.91) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Law and Government (imp:2.64 lvl:2.34) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:2.60 lvl:2.46) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Production and Processing (imp:2.54 lvl:2.41) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Communications and Media (imp:2.44 lvl:2.52) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Mechanical (imp:2.41 lvl:2.08) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.40 lvl:1.99) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.26 lvl:2.30) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Physics (imp:2.25 lvl:1.74) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Design (imp:1.97 lvl:1.81) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.73 lvl:1.73) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Telecommunications (imp:1.72 lvl:1.05) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Geography (imp:1.23) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Foreign Language (imp:1.18) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Building and Construction (imp:1.15) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Transportation (imp:1.13) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  History and Archeology (imp:1.12) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Food Production (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Fine Arts (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:4.25 lvl:4.75) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Written Comprehension (imp:4.12 lvl:5.12) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Written Expression (imp:4.12 lvl:4.25) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:4.12 lvl:5.38) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:4.12 lvl:5.12) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:5.12) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:4.00 lvl:5.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Speech Recognition (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Near Vision (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.62 lvl:3.88) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.62 lvl:4.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Information Ordering (imp:3.50 lvl:3.88) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Speed of Closure (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Visualization (imp:3.12 lvl:3.50) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Originality (imp:3.00 lvl:3.38) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Memorization (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Time Sharing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Control Precision (imp:2.88 lvl:3.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Static Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Depth Perception (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Reaction Time (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Auditory Attention (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Response Orientation (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Rate Control (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Extent Flexibility (imp:1.62 lvl:1.12) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Stamina (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.38 lvl:0.75) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.00) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:4.90 lvl:5.74) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:4.63 lvl:5.41) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Working with Computers (imp:4.45 lvl:4.67) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Getting Information (imp:4.30 lvl:4.90) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.30 lvl:5.36) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.17 lvl:4.99) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Processing Information (imp:4.07 lvl:4.49) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.99 lvl:5.46) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.95 lvl:4.70) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.93 lvl:5.09) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.83 lvl:5.19) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.82 lvl:4.85) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.70 lvl:4.72) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.64 lvl:3.99) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.61 lvl:4.32) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.58 lvl:4.67) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.58 lvl:4.58) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.52 lvl:4.26) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.41 lvl:4.43) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:3.36 lvl:4.15) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.34 lvl:4.06) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.31 lvl:4.01) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.24 lvl:3.84) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.23 lvl:4.12) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.19 lvl:3.82) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.18 lvl:4.19) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.08 lvl:3.68) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.03 lvl:3.47) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.02 lvl:3.33) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.01 lvl:3.74) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.96 lvl:3.42) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.94 lvl:3.44) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.77 lvl:3.20) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:2.76 lvl:2.74) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:2.69 lvl:2.93) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.49 lvl:2.93) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.14 lvl:2.15) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.13) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.84 lvl:1.52) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.67 lvl:1.48) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.41) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:5.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.70) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Cautiousness (imp:2.47) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Dependability (imp:2.39) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Integrity (imp:2.10) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:2.04) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Cautiousness (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:1.97) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Empathy (imp:1.89) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Perseverance (imp:1.77) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Self-Control (imp:1.77) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Cooperation (imp:1.74) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.70) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Sincerity (imp:1.63) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.61) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:1.54) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Innovation (imp:1.36) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Initiative (imp:1.35) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.16) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Optimism (imp:1.04) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Leadership Orientation (imp:1.03) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.00) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Adaptability (imp:0.97) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Humility (imp:0.96) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.88 lvl:4.12) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.75 lvl:4.12) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Coordination (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.25 lvl:3.62) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Systems Analysis (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Instructing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.50) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:3.50) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Persuasion (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.62 lvl:3.00) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Operations Analysis (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.38 lvl:2.62) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Technology Design (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.25 lvl:1.88) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:2.25 lvl:2.50) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.25 lvl:2.50) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operation and Control (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Programming (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 9,680
  annual_median    : $160,300
  annual_pct10     : $66,010
  annual_pct25     : $103,730
  annual_pct75     : $225,910
  annual_pct90     : $309,670
  annual_mean      : $175,480
  hourly_median    : $77.07

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : District of Columbia ($265,740)
  lowest_state     : Utah ($93,270)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.849x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (41 total) ---
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:    8,630  median: $ 155,580
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      920  median: $ 222,980
  Educational Services                     emp:       60  median: $       0
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:       40  median: $ 197,440

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (4 total) ---
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:    8,630  median: $ 155,580
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      920  median: $ 222,980
  Educational Services                     emp:       60  median: $       0
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:       40  median: $ 197,440

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--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
A podiatrist ( poh-DY-ə-trist) is a medical professional devoted to the treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle, and related structures of the leg. The term originated in North America but has now become the accepted term in the English-speaking world for all practitioners of podiatric medicine. The term chiropodist was previously used in the United States, but it is now regarded in that country as antiquated.
In the United States, podiatrists are educated and licensed as Doctors of Podiatric Medicine (DPM). The preparatory education of most podiatric physicians—similar to the paths of traditional physicians (MD or DO)—includes four years of undergraduate work, followed by four years in an accredited podiatric medical school, followed by a three- or four-year hospital-based podiatry residency. Optional one- to two-year fellowship in foot and ankle reconstruction, surgical limb salvage, sports medicine, plastic surgery, pediatric foot and ankle surgery, and wound care is also available. Podiatric medical residencies and fellowships are accredited by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education (CPME). The overall scope of podiatric practice varies from state to state with a common focus on foot and ankle surgery.
In many countries, the term podiatrist refers to allied health professionals who specialize in the treatment of the lower extremity, particularly the foot. Podiatrists in these countries are specialists in the diagnosis and nonsurgical treatment of foot pathology. In some circumstances, these practitioners will further specialise and, following further training, perform reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. In the United States, a podiatrist or podiatric surgeon shares the same model of medical education as osteopathic physicians (DO) and doctors of medicine (MD) with 4 years of medical school and 3-4 years of surgical residency focusing on the lower extremity. 
Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) data shows that a general podiatrist with a single specialty earns a median salary of $230,357, while one with a multi-specialty practice type earns $270,263. However, a podiatric surgeon is reported to earn with a single specialty, with the median at $304,474 compared to that of multi-specialty podiatric surgeons of $286,201. First-year salaries around $150,000 with performance and productivity incentives are common if working as an associate. Private practice revenues for solo podiatrists vary widely, with the majority of solo practices grossing between $200,000 and $600,000 before overhead.


== Podiatric specialties ==
Podiatrists treat a wide variety of foot and lower extremity conditions through nonsurgical and surgical approaches. The American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM) offers a comprehensive board qualification and certification process in podiatric medicine and orthopedics. Subspecialties of podiatry include:


== Podiatry assistant ==
In Australia, Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance is the required qualification to work as a podiatry assistant. The podiatry assistant can work as a part of a podiatric medical team in either clinical or non-clinical settings. Common professional accreditation pathways include:


== Podiatric surgery ==
Podiatric surgery is concerned with the diagnosis and surgical treatment of disorders of the foot and ankle:


== Responsibilities ==
Podiatrists' roles include dealing with the conditions resulting from bone and joint disorders such as arthritis and soft-tissue and muscular pathologies as well as neurological and circulatory diseases. 
Podiatrists are also able to diagnose and treat any complications of the above which affect the lower limb, including skin and nail disorders, corns, calluses and ingrown toenails. Foot injuries and infections gained through sport or other activities are also diagnosed and treated by podiatrists.
Podiatrists scope of practice within Australia allows them to;
- Refer for a range of diagnostic imaging: x-ray, ultrasound, MRI etc.
- Assess a range of special patient groups including, paediatric patients, older patients, high-risk patients, sporting patients. 
- Assess and treat a wide range of musculoskeletal injuries, including, fractures (acute & bone stress injuries), tendon pathologies (Achilles tendiopathy, posterior tibial tendon dysfunction, tibalis posterior tendonitis etc), plantar heel pain (plantar fasciopathy/fasciitis), ankle sprains, chronic ankle instability, foot/ankle/knee arthritis, medial tibial stress syndroms (MTSS / "shin splints").
- Utilise a range of therapeutic modalities including, exercise prescription, electrotherapies (shockwave, TENS, laser therapy, ultrasound), orthoses, footwear prescriptions, pharmacological prescriptions (for endorsed prescribers).
- Perform partial nail avulsion surgeries (to treat ingrown toenails).
- Inject local anaesthetics.
- Perform routine & general nail care treatments. 
- Assess & manage pediatric pathologies.
- Assess & manage high-risk patient groups in both private and hospital settings, including; perform neurovascular assessments, diabetic wound care.


== Education and training ==


=== United States ===
In the United States, medical and surgical care of the foot and ankle is mainly provided by two groups of professionals: podiatrists (Doctor of Podiatric Medicine or DPM) and orthopedists (MDs or DOs).
The first two years of podiatric medical school is similar to training that either Doctors of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) receive, but with an emphasized scope on foot, ankle, and lower extremity. To enter a college of podiatric medicine, the student must first complete at least three years or 90 semester hours of college credit at an accredited institution. Biology, chemistry, organic chemistry, physics (all science courses require a lab) and English are among the required subjects. Over 95% of the students who enter a college of podiatric medicine have a bachelor's degree. Many have also completed some graduate study. Before entering a college of podiatric medicine, the student must take the MCAT (Medical College Admissions Test). In 2019, the average MCAT score for matriculants was 499.6 and the average undergraduate cGPA was 3.3.
There are 11 colleges of podiatric medicine in the United States. They all receive accreditation from the Council on Podiatric Medical Education, which is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council on Higher Education Accreditation. All of the colleges grant the degree of Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM).
The four-year podiatric medical school is followed by a hospital based residency, which is hands-on post-doctoral training. Their residency model was standardized to 3-years of post-graduate training in 2011 (with some programs lasting 4 years in length), and the residency is now known as the Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency (PMSR) with almost all now having an added Reconstructive Rearfoot and Ankle (RRA) credential. Podiatric residents rotate through core areas of medicine and surgery. They work alongside their MD and DO counterparts in such rotations as emergency medicine, internal medicine, infectious disease, behavioral medicine, physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R), vascular surgery, general surgery, orthopedic surgery, plastic surgery, dermatology and podiatric surgery and medicine. Fellowship training is available after residency in such fields such as foot and ankle traumatology, lower extremity reconstruction, or limb salvage.
Upon completion of their residency, podiatrists can decide to become board certified by a number of specialty boards including the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM) and/or the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS), which are both approved by the profession's accrediting agency, the CPME, and both have been certifying podiatrists since the 1970s. Though the ABPM and ABFAS are more common, other boards not recognized by CPME are challenging th

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ROLE SUMMARY:
Podiatrists are specialized medical doctors who diagnose and treat diseases and deformities of the human foot and ankle. They provide comprehensive care including surgical and non-surgical treatments, prescribing medications, fabricating corrective devices, and educating patients about preventive foot care. With extensive medical training requiring doctoral-level education, podiatrists combine clinical expertise with strong patient communication skills to address complex musculoskeletal conditions of the lower extremities.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A podiatrist begins their day reviewing patient charts and medical histories before conducting physical examinations of patients with foot and ankle complaints. They analyze X-rays and laboratory test results to diagnose conditions ranging from common issues like ingrown nails and bunions to complex deformities requiring surgical intervention. Much of their time involves documenting patient information in electronic health records and communicating treatment plans to patients and their families. They may perform minor surgical procedures such as removing cysts or correcting deformities using plaster casts and strapping techniques. Administrative responsibilities include managing staff, ordering medical supplies, and coordinating referrals to other specialists when systemic conditions like diabetes or arthritis are suspected.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful podiatrists possess exceptional analytical thinking abilities, combining deductive and inductive reasoning to solve complex diagnostic puzzles affecting the foot and ankle. They excel at written and oral communication, as they must clearly explain medical conditions and treatment options to patients while maintaining detailed clinical documentation. The role attracts highly dependable individuals with strong attention to detail who can remain cautious and methodical when making critical medical decisions. Those who thrive demonstrate high problem sensitivity, quickly identifying subtle symptoms that may indicate serious underlying conditions. The investigative and realistic nature of the work appeals to individuals who enjoy hands-on problem-solving while maintaining meaningful patient relationships.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry into podiatric medicine requires completion of a four-year undergraduate degree followed by a four-year Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) program at an accredited podiatric medical school. Many podiatrists pursue additional post-doctoral residency training, with 32.4% completing specialized residencies in areas like foot and ankle surgery. The extensive preparation reflects Job Zone 5 requirements, with the profession demanding both comprehensive medical knowledge and specialized expertise in lower extremity anatomy and pathology.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Podiatrists may advance into subspecialty areas such as foot and ankle surgery, sports medicine, or diabetic foot care, often requiring fellowship training beyond residency. Many establish private practices or join multi-specialty medical groups, with opportunities to move into leadership roles managing podiatric departments. Some pursue academic careers, teaching in podiatric medical schools while conducting research on foot and ankle disorders, or transition into administrative positions overseeing healthcare operations in large medical systems.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
According to BLS OEWS May 2025, podiatrists earn a median annual wage of $160,300, with the profession employing 9,680 individuals nationwide. The wage range spans from $66,010 at the 10th percentile to $309,670 at the 90th percentile, reflecting significant earning potential based on specialization and practice setting. Geographic variation is substantial, with the District of Columbia offering the highest wages at $265,740 compared to Utah's $93,270, representing a 2.85x ratio. The vast majority of podiatrists work in healthcare and social assistance settings (8,630 employed), with smaller numbers in government (920) and educational services (60). The concentrated employment in healthcare facilities indicates steady demand driven by an aging population with increasing foot and ankle health needs.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Podiatric practice shows moderate resilience to automation due to the complex diagnostic reasoning and manual dexterity required for patient examination and surgical procedures. While electronic health records and diagnostic imaging technologies enhance efficiency, the core activities of physical examination, surgical intervention, and patient counseling remain fundamentally human-centered and unlikely to be fully automated in the near term.

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