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Podiatry Job in Alexandria, Louisiana
Physician - Podiatry
Company:CHRISTUS Health
Profession/Specialty:Podiatry
Location:Alexandria, Louisiana, United States
Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent
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Job Description
Diagnose conditions by reviewing medical histories, performing physical examinations, and ordering diagnostic tests like X-rays, MRIs, and lab tests.
Develop treatment plans that may include prescribing medications, physical therapy, or special shoe inserts (orthotics).
Perform procedures such as minor in-office treatments for ailments like ingrown toenails and warts.
Conduct surgery for more complex issues, including removing bone spurs, repairing fractures, and correcting deformities like bunions and hammertoes.
Manage chronic conditions and their associated foot problems, particularly those related to diabetes, arthritis, and obesity.
Educate patients on proper foot care, preventative measures, and wellness to improve mobility and quality of life.
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, physical therapists, and dietitians, as part of a multidisciplinary care team.
Work Environment and Specializations
Sports medicine
Diabetic foot care and limb preservation
Pediatrics
Wound care
Foot and ankle surgery
Qualifications and Skills
Earn a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree from an accredited college of podiatric medicine (a 4-year program after undergraduate studies).
Complete a 3-year residency program in podiatric medicine and surgery.
Pass the necessary state licensing exams, such as parts of the American Podiatric Medical Licensing Exam (APMLE).
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About CHRISTUS Health
CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and ventures.
Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in Houston and San Antonio and the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, the mission of CHRISTUS Health is to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ.
To support our healthcare ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately 45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on staff who provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United States.
EXTENDING THE HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST
We are inspired by our mission, vision and core values to deliver compassionate, high quality health care, improving the health of the communities we serve. Above all, we are committed to providing our customers and their family members with a truly unique healing experience, one that embodies our values and respects the dignity and worth of each person. Creating a health care system that is truly excellent in all areas is an ongoing effort.