College Reputation

[Tsa723]

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Relatively new in the Podiatric scene. Wondering if anybody could shed some light on the schools reputation. Looking for a strong Orthopedic program. Thank you for all the posts and any information.

 

[GypsyHummus]

Any schools is gonna get you were you need to go. The two big things you need to keep in mind are:

1) is this the cheapest school I can go to.
2) can I pass this curriculum. Some schools start in january, others do trimester systems which makes it less work during the regular semester.

 

[OnePodRanger]

I think all of the schools have a relatively good reputation. I guess it depends on the residency placement and board exam passing rates when it comes to reputation.

There are only nine schools that have podiatric medicine programs. Out of all of them, DMU and AZPOD have pretty well known podiatry programs, since they study with the DOs in their first two years of the program. It does not mean that the other schools don't have great podiatry programs. It is a personal preference of what school you want to go to.

 

[AdrenalineJockie]

I think all of the schools have a relatively good reputation. I guess it depends on the residency placement and board exam passing rates when it comes to reputation.

There are only nine schools that have podiatric medicine programs. Out of all of them, DMU and AZPOD have pretty well known podiatry programs, since they study with the DOs in their first two years of the program. It does not mean that the other schools don't have great podiatry programs. It is a personal preference of what school you want to go to.

Are those two the only school that take classes with DOs?

 

[OnePodRanger]

Are those two the only school that take classes with DOs?

I believe so.

 

[SLCpod]

You really don't want to limit your choices based on if the school is associated with a DO program or not. I have seen a lot of students pass through our residency and I have been very impressed by students at all schools. The schools that are affiliated with a DO program sometimes lack podiatry skills.

You also don't want to limit yourself due to cost. If you can go to a school that leads you to a better residency and a better job then it's a better investment than going to the cheapest school.

 

[Tsa723]

Sounds like I nee to rephrase the question. What schools lead to the best residency?

 

[Alpha ketoglutarate]

Are those two the only school that take classes with DOs?

I believe so.

WesternU also has a DO school. As far as I know they are the only school that takes all of their classes with the DO students. They are proud of this because they are pushing for parity for Pods with DOs and MDs.

The schools that are affiliated with a DO program sometimes lack podiatry skills.

I have heard this before, which may lead people to Samuel Merritt which does not have any classes shared with any other specialty, but is solely podiatry students.

Just some thoughts. As was said, there are only 9 schools, so you could realistically get in to any residency from any of the 9 schools. Find one that fits you.

 

[Weirdy]

Getting your top residency pick and succeeding in school has more to do with the individual.

Top students from all 9 schools will be top students, regardless of what program you put them in.

Pick the program that offers what you like the most.
Find out what your preferences are in a program and start from there.


While some programs might have extremely high stats and board scores, the type of students they vet and pick might explain the results, not the program itself.

Also make sure podiatry is what you want to do. It is not a replacement for MD/DO ortho.

 

[Packers4lifeDPM]

Azpod also has all their classes with the DO student besides the OMM and psychology class. Apply, visit the schools you want to go to and then find the best fit.

 

[SLCpod]

Sounds like I nee to rephrase the question. What schools lead to the best residency?

As said above, choose the school that fits your learning style. You need to go where you can succeed. If you're a person who succeeds in a small class environment, go to a school that has a smaller class size. If you are a person that doesn't learn well in the classroom and does better studying at home, then go to a school which allows that. Are you a hands-on learner? Go to a school with lots of clinic opportunities.

So many options.

 

[AdrenalineJockie]

What are the main things to keep in mind when choosing school? Board exam, Residency placement rates, and what else? Thank you.

 

[Weirdy]

What are the main things to keep in mind when choosing school? Board exam, Residency placement rates, and what else? Thank you.

If you will enjoy the place you are living in.
Proximity to family if that is a priority.
Spouse employment opportunities.

 

[Robin-jay]

Any.

 

[deleted936442]

Im in A similar conundrum as op. I’m having a tough time deciding between Barry and Kent. I like the small classes at Barry but there’s talk on here that the professors aren’t helpful. Kent has a huge number of students and a high attrition rate. To the current podiatry students i hope you can give me your opinion. Also do all podiatry schools with the exception of Kent have a pre test requirements to sit for boards?