Professional License Defense for Hartford Podiatrists

A podiatrist in Hartford is a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine “DPM.” They are physicians and surgeons who treat the foot, ankle and related structures of the leg. 

When Your License is on the Line

Podiatrists in Hartford complete four years of training in a podiatry medical school and three years of hospital residency training. They are trained in similar ways as other physicians. Those hoping to become podiatrists can complete fellowship training following their residency. You may choose to focus on many fields including surgery, sports medicine, wound care, pediatrics, and diabetic care. Podiatrists can earn board certification with advanced training, clinical experience, and by taking the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery exam and American Board of Podiatric Medicine exam. Obtaining a license is only half the battle however; there are situations where a license may be revoked or suspended. Some common issues include:

Negligence. Gross negligence or incompetence in the performance of your duties could result in the loss of your license.

Unprofessional conduct. This might include sexual misconduct or harassment of patients and could lead to fines or loss of license. 

Falsifying records. False records or failing to keep adequate records could cause a license issue.

When You Need a Defense – Call a License Defense Lawyer

Becoming a podiatrist in Hartford is a unique profession and essential to the medical community. There may come a time where your license is threatened, if so please contact a Hartford podiatrist licensure defense attorney.