Random Questions by (no login)   Hey ~ I had a couple questions: Why does there seem to be so much negativity surrounding forums that talk about careers in podiatry, physical therapy, etc? People seem to put down those interested in podiatry because "an ortho or PT could do it," or to tell them they're not "really" physicians. I don't understand. Secondly, I'm wondering about shadowing a podiatrist and when that process should start. I'm currently in junior college, about to change to the university. I'll finish my B.S. in two more years. I'll begin the process of applying to podiatry schools in a year, and I haven't yet shadowed a doctor. I've been interested in podiatry for several years, since my mother started having severe diabetic complications. She was an amputee late last year. Thirdly If any doctors do frequent this forum (I highly doubt it - it seems like most of them have much more important things to do ) and could talk to me through e-mail about their school experiences, residency, etc. that'd be great. Fourthly - why so much talk all the time about what you're going to make when you're out of school? Are you guys even IN podiatry school? Are you making a decision to go based on the MONEY you'll make when you get out? Help me understand that one, too. Thanks a lot for your help, Mike Posted on Feb 2, 2005, 12:57 PM from IP address 64.81.141.209 Respond to this message    Goto Forum Home

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