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A podiatrist is a physician whose practice focuses on preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions of the foot and ankle. Achieving the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree (DPM) requires four years of training in an accredited podiatric medical school, followed by a hospital-based residency.
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