Lesson 57 Podiatrist
I. Take roll
II.
Nature of the work
1. Podiatrist are medical practitioners who specialize in treatment of
a. Sore
b. Badly shaped
c. Diseased
d. Injured feet and ankles
2. Podiatrist were called chiropodist
3. They may order x-rays and lab test to diagnose patient problems
4. Treatment
a. Manipulation
b. Physical therapy
c. Massage
d. Surgery
5. Can prescribe- drugs, exercise, special shoes
6. Foot problems can be a sign of diabetes(too much sugar in the blood or high
blood glucose) or heart problems
7. Some specialize in foot surgery or
a. orthopedics(the branch of medicine dealing with the correction of
deformities of bones or muscles)
b. podopediatrics – care of children’s feet
c. podogeriatrics – care of elderly foot problems
III.
Education / training
1. Admission to podiatry school / program
a. At least 3 yrs. of college
b. Most have a bachelor degree
c. 4 yr. program that leads to a degree of doctor of podiatric medicine(DPM)
d. All states--1. Require a license
2. Graduate from accredited college of podiatry
3. Pass state board exam
4. Some states require 1 yr. residency
IV.
Getting the job
1. Most podiatrist go into private practice
a. Set up their own practice
b. Buy an established practice
V.
Job outlook
1. Growing elderly population may require treating more foot problems
2. Fast moving sports leads to increase in foot problems-jogging, tennis, p-ball,
racquetball
VI.
Working condition / salary
1. Most work 40 hrs. a week
2. Some nights and Saturday hours possible
3. Salary- average $94,400
a. Varies with skill / experience / place of employment
Lesson 58 Optometrist
I. Take roll
II.
Nature of the work
1. Optometrist examine eyes and treat vision problems
2. Treat by: prescribing eyeglasses / vision therapy / contact lenses / rehabilitation
program
3. Prescribe medicines to treat diseases and allergies
4. Tools / instruments
a. Retinoscopes- help them see how patients react to lenses of different strength
b. Ophthalmoscopes- allows them to see inside the eye
1. Diagnoses
a. Nearsightedness- difficult seeing far away objects
b. Farsightedness- difficult seeing objects up close
5. Ophthalmologist- physician who performs eye surgery
6. Detect other problems when having eye exams/condition
a. Diabetes
b. High blood pressure
c. Refer patients to see other medical doctors
III.
Education / training
1. Most complete 4 yrs. of college before enrolling in optometry school
2. Optometry school is a 4yr. program leading to optometry degree
3. Specialize (study for master or doctorate degree or enter 1 yr. residency program)
a. Treating children
b. Treating elderly
c. Partially sighted people
d. Vision therapy
4. Optometrist must be licensed
a. Pass written National Board of Examiners in Optometry
b. Clinical board examination at National / Regional / State level
c. Many states require applicants to pass examinations on relevant state laws
IV.
Advancement / job outlook
1. Many are self-employed after some years as a salary worker in a group practice
2. Additional education / experience can lead to:
a. Teaching
b. Research
c. Administration position
3. Baby boom population and increase elderly population increase the demand for
optometrist
a. Growth of large eyewear chains will provide additional employment
V.
Working conditions / salary
1. Most work 40hrs. a week
2. Some nights and Saturday hours could be possible
3. Salary average- $88,410
Lesson 59- Speech Pathologist
I. Take roll
II.
Nature of the work
1. Speech pathologist also called speech therapist
2. Work with people who:
a. Cannot speak
b. Cannot speak clear
c. Have speech problems
1. Stuttering
2. Unwanted accent
3. Inappropriate pitch
4. Have problems understanding language
5. Have communication impairments
a. Attention
b. Memory
c. Problem solving disorders
b. People who have trouble swallowing
3. Speech language problems result from
a. Injury
b. Illness
c. Cognitive deficits
d. Developmental delays
Emotional difficulties
4. Many patients are children with a lisp or stutter problem
5. Adult patients may be victims of a stroke or have cerebral palsy
6. Speech pathologist work closely
a. Doctors
b. Psychologist
c. Physical therapist
d. Classroom teachers
7. About half of speech pathologist work in schools
III.
Education / training
1. Master’s degree in speech language pathology are the standard requirements
2. Some states require a teaching certificate to work in schools
IV.
Advancement possibilities / job outlook
1. Can become a supervisor or head of a clinic
2. Opportunities are especially favorable for those who are fluent in 2nd
language(especially Spanish)
3. Openings in health and rehab services increased due to medical technology and
growth in elderly population
4. Speech pathologist in schools increase opportunity due to early recognition and
speech problems
V.
Working conditions
1.
2.
3.
I. Salary
1.
2.
Many work more than 40hrs. week
Part time jobs available
School pathologist follow teachers working calendar year
Average salary $52,400
Varies with experience / education / location
Lesson 60- Dermatologist
I. Take roll
II.
Nature of work
1. Dermatologist are physicians
2. They treat conditions and diseases
a. Skin, hair, nails, fungal infections, acne, birth marks, skin cancer
b. Eczema- itching scaling skin
c. Warts
d. Psoriasis- red patches of skin covered with white scales
3. Dermatologist examine affected area and then they may:
a. Blood samples
b. Skin scrapings
4. Samples are examined under a microscope or they analyze them using:
a. Chemicals
b. Biological test
5. Treating methods
a. Medication
b. Surgery
c. Radiotherapy
6. Treat scars or wrinkles by:
a. Dermabrasion-superficial layers of skin are removed
b. Botox injections
7. Laser therapy
a. Remove age spots
b. Treat visible veins
c. Reduce skin discoloration
III.
Education / training
1. Like all physicians they attend medical school after getting bachelor degree
2. They do an internship
3. Complete 1st year residency program in one of the following areas:
a. Internal medicine
b. General surgery
c. Family practice
d. Obstetrics
e. Gynecology
f. Pediatrics
g. Emergency medicines
4. Next 3 years must be in an accredited dermatology residency program
5. After their residency is complete they take a certifying examination
a. To maintain certification they must take re-cert exam every 10 years
IV.
V.
Employment
1. Private practice
2. Hospitals
3. Clinics
Salary
1. Average salary $193,800