- Surgically treat conditions such as corns, calluses, ingrown nails, tumors, shortened tendons, bunions, cysts, or abscesses.
- Diagnose diseases and deformities of the foot using medical histories, physical examinations, x-rays, and laboratory test results.
- Prescribe medications, corrective devices, physical therapy, or surgery.
- Advise patients about
Podiatrist | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot and ankle problems, improving people's mobility and quality of life.
Podiatrists typically work around 38 to 40 hours per week.
As a Podiatrist you will typically work weekends.
This occupation tends to be:
- Enterprising — Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.
- Social — Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching
Average salary |
35,742 GBP * |
per year |
Salary statistics
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37,073 GBP
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34,644 GBP
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19,687 GBP
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19,015 GBP
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35,742 GBP
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34,644 GBP
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37,073 GBP
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31,514 GBP
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31,691 GBP
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32,939 GBP
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35,079 GBP
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36,036 GBP
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35,742 GBP
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35,742 GBP
Future outlook for Podiatrists
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Things to highlight for your Podiatrist interview
Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Leadership Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Adaptability/Flexibility Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace. Initiative Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
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