"Inherit the Facts: Conversations on Diabetes" is a series of first-hand accounts of how the disease has impacted lives through the lens of diabetes patients. The series focuses on the potential consequences diabetes can have on the feet and the important role podiatrists play in diabetes management.
Diabetes is the leading cause of non-traumatic, lower-leg amputations. Now, more and more podiatrists are teaming up with vascular surgeons to help save their patients' legs and feet. Watch this clip to find out three must-know tips to preventing a diabetic, lower limb amputation.
Today's Podiatrist does it all! This music video, developed by the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), shows many of the different and exciting facets of a career in podiatric medicine. For more information, e-mail careerinfo@apma.org or visit www.todayspodiatrist .com.
This testimonial video, created by the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), introduces students considering a career in health and medicine to the exciting, fulfilling and challenging world of podiatric medicine. So, who is "Today's Podiatrist?"
Those suffering from moderate or severe heel pain no longer need to suffer, thanks to a host of treatment options provided by podiatrists. For more information on treating heel pain, learning its causes and more, visit www.apma.org/heelpai n.
APMA and students from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in action on Thursday, April 2, at New York City's "The Early Show" and "Today Show," promoting podiatric medicine and heel pain awareness!