Podiatric surgery is a specialist field in the podiatry profession. Countries including Australia, New Zealand, the United States and the United Kingdom have accredited podiatric surgeons. Podiatric surgery is defined as "the surgical treatment of conditions affecting the foot, ankle and related lower extremity structures by accredited and qualified specialist podiatrists".
Podiatric surgeons have been working in Australia since 1975. They are experienced podiatrists who have undertaken extensive, specialised postgraduate training and education in podiatric medicine and surgery. Podiatric surgeons work within the framework of the modern multi-disciplinary healthcare team with general practitioners, specialists and other health professionals, to provide safe and appropriate clinical care for foot, ankle and lower extremity conditions.
