Career fit quiz

Is Podiatrist the Right Career for You?

A quick, free 8-question quiz to see how well the podiatrist career fits your personality, preferences and goals.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
How this quiz works

Rate how much you agree with each statement. The quiz compares your answers with the realities of the podiatrist job and gives you an honest fit score in under two minutes. Nothing is saved or sent anywhere.

Statement 1 of 8I want a medical specialty
Statement 2 of 8I like surgery and clinic work
Statement 3 of 8I want to help people stay mobile
Statement 4 of 8I can handle wounds
Statement 5 of 8I want a high income
Statement 6 of 8I can commit to long training
Statement 7 of 8I’m willing to spend about 11 years after high school training for this career
Statement 8 of 8A typical salary around $160,300 a year would meet my needs

What this career really involves

Podiatrists provide medical and surgical care for people with foot, ankle and lower leg problems, from injuries and deformities to diabetic foot care.

  • Examine feet and ankles
  • Diagnose injuries and conditions
  • Treat wounds and infections
  • Prescribe orthotics
  • Perform foot and ankle surgery

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