This week is a personal milestone for me, as 10 years ago on May 24, 2002 I took this oath as I became a physician. In many ways it does not seem that long ago.
The Podiatric Physician’s Oath
I do solemnly swear to my God, on my honor, to those who have taught me, and by all things that I hold sacred, that as a practitioner of Podiatric Medicine, I shall abide by the following precepts:
I shall, above all, hold paramount the welfare of my patient, regardless of fee or favor, and I shall neither prescribe nor give any treatment or drug which will be detrimental to his well being.
I shall endeavor to uphold the dignity of the professional way of life, the aims of which are to render public service.
I shall cherish those who have taught me, holding high their principles and precepts and I pledge that I shall do everything that I am able to do to promote and to protect the profession of Podiatric Medicine and to aid my fellow practitioners.
In swearing to this oath, I hereby dedicate myself in service to the health of humanity, and I hold as my goal the relief of pain and suffering. If I keep this Oath, may I receive God‟s guidance in the practice of my art, and may I enjoy my life in the respect of all men.
I am very disappointed in my podiatrist. On my first visit I was told she did not trim toenails. So in visits since she has trimmed my calluses. On my most recent visit ti have two fungus big toenails removed, I asked to have my calluses addressed before removing the toenails. I was then told she no longer does calluses either. She only wants to do surgery. This seems to be in violation of the oath she would have taken. I realize it is probably Medicare age patients that request this service and more than likely Medicare does not reimburse very much for the service. I was told to have my primary care doctor treat my calluses and toenails. I would appreciate any feedback.
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