It is natural for anyone who is seeking medical treatment or advice to be concerned about the competence of the doctor being considered. It is safe to say that almost everybody wants to feel that they are receiving care from the most knowledgeable and experienced doctor in treating a specific kind of problem.

A Board Certified Podiatric Physician is a foot and ankle specialist that has undergone special training, specifically in foot and ankle surgery. In order to receive certification from the American Board of Podiatric Surgery, the doctor must demonstrate proficiency in diagnosis and treatment during a rigorous two-day oral and written examination conducted by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery.

In addition the doctor must present to the Board an extensive number of fully documented surgical cases that have been performed in order to clearly demonstrate their skill and experience with various surgical procedures.

In short, Board Certification gives you the added confidence that you foot and ankle specialist is the most qualified doctor to treat your specific problem. The doctor with this type of certification is designated by the words: Diplomate, American Board of Podiatric Surgery.