noun
- a healthcare professional who diagnoses and treats diseases and disorders of the feet and lower legs
Usage: Also called a podiatrist in U.S. English; chiropodist is more common in British English
Examples
- She visited a chiropodist to treat her painful bunions.
- The chiropodist examined her feet and recommended custom orthotics.
- My grandfather sees a chiropodist regularly for his diabetic foot care.
- A chiropodist can help with corns, calluses, and ingrown toenails.
- The clinic employs three experienced chiropodists.
- He decided to become a chiropodist after studying podiatric medicine.