Pre-Podiatry
Pre-podiatry could be an ideal path for you if you are interested in a career that offers practice setting variety, the ability to provide immediate patient relief and develop meaningful patient relationships, and a healthy work/life balance.
If you want to pursue a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM), UHSP offers a offers an ideal set of undergraduate coursework that can set you on the path.
Podiatry At a Glance
As the population ages, the need for podiatrists continues to grow. Working in a range of fields from surgery and sports medicine to pediatrics and diabetic care, podiatrists enjoy challenging and exciting heath care careers focused on treating the foot, ankle and structures of the leg. Podiatrists also maintain an average 40–60-hour work week while earning salaries comparable to other medical specialties.
$145,840
MEDIAN SALARY
(BLS, 2022)
300+
JOB OPENINGS
Projected each year over the next decade
(BLS, 2022)
Stable
Work-Life balance
Compared to other medical specialties.
(StepIntoPodiatry.com, 2023)
Your Pre-Podiatry Journey Starts Here
A number of our undergraduate programs can be adapted to meet the necessary prerequisites for most podiatry programs.