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Answers to Section I
- What is a podiatrist?
PODIATRISTS, also known as DOCTORS OF PODIATRIC MEDICINE, are
medical specialists concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of
disorders and diseases affecting the foot, ankle, and the lower leg
such as foot deformities, ankle and foot injuries, infections,
ingrown toenails, and bunions.
- What are podiatrists fully trained in?
Podiatric physicians are trained to identify symptoms of medical
disorders such as arthritis, diabetes, or heart disease.
- To become a podiatrist, what requirements must be completed
first?
To become a doctor of podiatric medicine, your podiatrist must have
completed four years of undergraduate work and four years of
podiatric medical school.
- How many doctors are listed on the website?
3
- What are the first names of the doctors?
Victor, Neil, and Barton
- What are the objectives of each doctor?
Victor- my practice is dedicated to the treatment and cure of the
many ailments of the diabetic foot and ankle. I welcome a variety of
foot problems and deformities, but overall I recognize that the
diabetic foot is at high risk for lower extremity amputation
procedures (LEAP)." Neil- my objective is to promote the private
practice, continue to pursue all aspects of the Podiatric Medical
Profession, enlist my talents and gifts as a Podiatric Physician and
Surgeon, Educator, Professional Counselor and to continue as a
dedicated member of several professional organizations." Barton-
"I'm dedicated to solving the large variety of foot and ankle
problems that present on a daily basis. From the cradle to the
grave, my surgical techniques and conservative treatment has brought
smiles and happy faces to the metro-Detroit area."
- What is the website address?
www.footdrhorsley.com
- How many offices does each doctor have?
Victor- 1 Neil-1 Barton-1
- Where is V. Horsley's office located?
4901 West Main Street, Belleville, Illinois 62226-4724
- Where is N. Horsley's office located?
231 E. 75th Street, Chicago, Illinois 60619-2215
- Where is B. Horsley's office located?
23077 Greenfield Road, Suite 255, Southfield Michigan 48075-3750
- What are the specialties of the doctors listed on the
website?
Foot Surgeries: Bunion, Hammertoe, Flatfeet, Heelspur, Nail Diabetic
Care, Ulcer Treatment, and Sports Medicine of the Foot and Ankle
- What are some of the steps taken by the doctors during an
examination?
evaluation of the problem and any other existing ailment; outline
treatment plans.
- What has proven research recommended would cut the chance of
developing diabetes in half among those at increased risk?
Proven research shows that brisk walking for 30 minutes a day, five
days a week, could cut the chance of developing diabetes in half
among people at increased risk.
- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has launched
its first national diabetes prevention campaign called what?
The "Small Steps, Big Rewards" campaign
- Is it true that out of 16 million Americans who have
diabetes, at least one in three doesn't know he/she has it?
Yes, true
- What number should you call if you experience numbness or
tingling in your feet and/or legs?
(618) 222-1986, (773) 651-2311, or (248) 559-5200
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