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Alabama Foot Specialists, PC
William S. Rogers, D.P.M.
Podiatrists specialize in diagnosing and treating disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower leg. A podiatrist holds a doctor of podiatric medicine (D.P.M.) degree, which is a 4-year degree received from one of seven podiatric medical schools in the United States. These schools offer courses similar to the ones given at medical schools where graduates earn M.D.s to become medical doctors.
Podiatrists need to have expertise in orthopedics, radiography, sports medicine, dermatology, and surgery. Some of the conditions that podiatrists treat are ankle injuries, bunions, calluses, neuromas, running injuries, and toe deformities. They are often the first health professionals to diagnose vascular problems that have previously gone unrecognized. Podiatrists also contribute significantly to the areas of diabetic foot care and wound healing.
Individual states regulate on what parts of the body a podiatrist can work. All states allow podiatrists to work on the foot. Most states allow them to work on the ankle and mid-calf. Some states allow podiatrists to work on the entire leg.
William S. Rogers, D.P.M.
Education:
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Undergraduate:
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Bachelor of Science, Biology, June 1997
University of South Alabama
Mobile, Alabama
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Medical:
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Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, June 2002
Des Moines University Osteopathic Medical Center
College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery
Des Moines, Iowa
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Post-Doctoral Training:
Podiatric Surgical Residency
July 2002 June 2004: |
Trinity Regional Medical Center, Fort Dodge Iowa
Advanced podiatric surgical residency comprised of traditional forefoot and midfoot training with additional training in rearfoot and ankle reconstruction including trauma
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Awards & Distinctions
- Four Year Presidential Scholarship to the University of South Alabama
- President's List once, Dean's List three times
- Alpha Lambda Delta National Honorary Society
- Phi Eta Sigma National Honorary Society
- Best Speech Award at Toastmasters International Chapter 569, May & October 2000
Board Certifications
National Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners
- Part I passed on first attempt., July 2000
- Part II passed on first attempt, March 2002
- Part III passed on first attempt, December 2003
Research
- Rogers WS: Diabetes Watch: Can Bisphosphonates Lead To Better Charcot
Treatment? Podiatry Today 15: 28-32, 2002
- Dayton P, Glynn A, Rogers W: Use of the Z Osteotomy for Tailor Bunionectomy.
Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery 42(2): 167-169, 2003
- Current Project: Mechanical Treatment for Chronic Plantar Fasciitis: A comparison
of athletic shoes, prefabricated insoles, and functional orthoses.
Certifications
- Basic Life Support-January 1999, Recertification-November 2000, May 2002
- State of Iowa Licensed Foster Parent, January 2000-2001
- Basic Aseptic Technique, September 2000
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support, May 2001
- State of Iowa Podiatric Physician License, 2002-2004
- Federal DEA Registration, expires 2005
- Alabama Podiatry License, 2004
Professional Memberships & Associations
- American Podiatric Medical Association
- American Academy of Podiatric Practice Management
- Iowa Podiatric Medical Society
- Toastmaster's International Professional Speaking Organization
Community Activities
- Iowa Foster and Adoptive Parent's Association
- Children's Rights Council
- Nursing Home Santa
- Fundraising for P.U.S.H. (People Understanding the Severely Handicapped)
- Foot Screenings at Family Health Fair
- The Homestead, 40-60 hours/week, 08/2000-05/2001.
Dispensed medications and work with autistic men in community homes.
- Children and Families of Iowa
Respite care provider for foster parents from 02/2000-10/2000.
Provided limited care for foster children.
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