8 Results forPodiatrists near Bessemer, AL
Learn more about Podiatrists and how to choose the right one for you
Learn more about Podiatrists
Podiatrists specialize in conditions of the foot, ankle, and lower leg. They provide medical and surgical treatment for people of all ages with such conditions as bunions, sports injuries, hammertoes, ingrown toenails, and infections. Podiatrists are also experts in preventing foot and ankle injuries and serious complications, such as gangrene and amputation.
A podiatrist typically:
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Evaluates a patient’s medical history and any previous test results
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Educates the patient about foot and ankle injury prevention
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Performs a physical exam that includes evaluation of blood pressure and vital signs, general health, and potential and current injuries
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Orders and interprets laboratory and imaging tests and prescribes medications
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Diagnoses and treats acute and chronic injuries and conditions of the foot and ankle
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Provides direct care for foot and ankle injuries and conditions in the office and clinic, and may perform surgery in a hospital or ambulatory surgery center
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Prescribes orthotic devices and insoles (shoe inserts)
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Works closely with your primary care doctor and other members of your healthcare team to provide optimal care
A podiatrist may also be known by the following names: foot doctor, foot surgeon, podiatric surgeon, foot specialist, and doctor of podiatric medicine (DPM).
There are 8 specialists practicing Podiatry in Bessemer, AL with an overall average rating of 3.7 stars. There are 4 hospitals near Bessemer, AL with affiliated Podiatry specialists, including Brookwood Baptist Medical Center, Medical West Main Campus and Northeast Alabama Regional Medical Center.
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Dr. David Roberson II, DPM
Specialty: Podiatry840 Oak Grove RdBirmingham, AL 352098.2 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Charles Oehrlein, DPM
Specialty: Podiatry2321 John Hawkins Pkwy Ste 121Hoover, AL 352446.2 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
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Find a Telehealth DoctorDr. Stewart Pierson, DPM
Specialty: Podiatry811 10th Ave NBessemer, AL 350201.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. John Calcatera, DPM
Specialty: Podiatry1009 Montgomery Hwy Ste 100Vestavia Hills, AL 352169.9 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Marvin Williams Jr, DPM
Specialty: Podiatry985 9th Ave SW Ste 405Bessemer, AL 350223.3 miles awayDr. Kristen Murray, DPM
Specialty: Podiatry2116 Chapel Hill RdVestavia Hills, AL 352169.0 miles awayDr. Valerie Baskerville, DPM
Specialty: Podiatry2116 Chapel Hill RdHoover, AL 352169.0 miles awayDr. Donald Hayes Jr, DPM
Specialty: Podiatry2116 Chapel Hill RdVestavia Hills, AL 352169.0 miles away