The State of Podiatry

Abstract

Podiatric medicine and surgery are thriving because of the continued evolution of education and training in podiatric medicine and surgery combined with the demand for services for lower extremity care. Although the profession faces challenges, such as student recruitment, it enjoys the advocacy efforts of the American Podiatric Medical Association, an organization with a 112-year history of defending and advancing its members and their patients. Members of this small but mighty profession are outstanding volunteers and passionate about both the specialty and patient care.