**We do not have a podiatric medical school at Appalachian State. This page is for informational purposes to support health profession exploration.
Degree Type
Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine (DPM)
Description
A podiatrist is a doctor of podiatric medicine (DPM), also known as a podiatric physician or surgeon, qualified by their education and training to diagnose and treat conditions affecting the foot, ankle and related structures of the leg. Within the field of podiatry, practitioners can focus on many different specialty areas, including surgery, sports medicine, biomechanics, geriatrics, pediatrics, orthopedics or primary care (APMA).
Pre-Reqs at App
- Biological Concepts I and II (BIO 1801+ 1802)
- Introductory ChemistryI and II (CHE 1101/1110 + 1102/1120)
- Organic Chemistry (CHE 2201 + 2202)
- General Physics I and II (PHY 1123/1113 + 1124/1114)
Typical Majors
- Biology BS (Cell and Molecular) or BA
- Chemistry BS (Biochemistry)
- Exercise Science BS
- Psychology BS (Natural Science or Health Studies)
Find programs of study in our University Bulletin
Clinical Exposure
Most Podiatry schools require a letter of evaluation from a licensed podiatrist. So, clinical exposure in a podiatry setting is required as part of the admissions process.
Test Type
Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT)
National Links
NC Programs
None