PRE-PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

EXPLORE PODIATRIC MEDICINE AND

EXPERIENCE EXCELLENCE IN ACTION

Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine (KSUCPM) is one

of nine podiatry colleges in the United States and is a public, not-for-

profit, four-year graduate level medical college, granting the degree of

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.). Our mission is to educate

students to be highly competent Doctors of Podiatric Medicine who will

excel in residency training. KSUCPM has regional and national

affiliations with over 50 world-wide hospitals and more than 300 private

practitioners nationwide that provide clerkship training to KSUCPM

students.

Currently, KSUCPM maintains an average four year enrollment of 425 students and typically

graduates around 100 podiatrists a year. From the college’s cutting-edge and advanced technologies, to innovative

laboratories and classrooms, Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine offers students a superior, mod-

ern, educational environment. KSUCPM offers its students a teaching environment comprised of faculty and staff

who are among the most distinguished, authored and leading podiatrists and medical professionals in the entire

country. Students who graduate from KSUCPM find themselves at the forefront of the podiatry profession.

KENT STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF PODIATRIC MEDICINE

PODIATRIC MEDICINE AS A PROFESSION

Podiatric medicine is the branch of medicine that

deals with the diagnosis and surgical, physical,

mechanical, and medical treatment of the foot and

ankle. A Doctor of Podiatric Medicine can treat a

variety of ailments, from bunions to reconstructive

ankle surgery. Other ailments treated in podiatric

medicine include corns, neuromas, ingrown nails,

hammer toes, calluses, heel pain, sprains, fractures,

infections and injuries.

In addition, Doctors of Podiatric Medicine can

specialize in a variety of areas, including sports

medicine, diabetic wound care, dermatology,

radiology, pediatrics and surgery. They work in a

variety of settings including private practices,

clinics, hospitals, and educational environments.

Many podiatrists own their own businesses. Podia-

trists are the only doctors to receive specialized

medical and surgical training and board certification

in the care of the lower extremity.

Students who are interested in applying to the

KSUCPM Pre-Professional Internship Program must

have completed at least one full year of classes at an

undergraduate institution

A letter of recommendation from an academic

advisor or faculty member

An official transcript from current college or

university

3.0 Overall GPA

REQUIREMENTS

PRE-PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP ITINERARY

Interns will experience many different facets of

podiatry during the three day internship, including:

KSUCPM Class Observation

Podiatric-themed Workshops

Private Practice Shadowing

Cleveland Foot and Ankle Clinic Shadowing

Opportunities to meet with KSUCPM students and

alumni

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for the KSUCPM Pre-Professional Internship

Program, please visit www.kent.edu/cpm. When you apply,

you will be asked to include your major, GPA, expected

graduation date, and work experience. In addition, applicants

are asked to provide a statement describing their interest in the

internship and the field of podiatric medicine.

Spots fill up quickly for the internships, so please apply early

for consideration. You will be notified by a KSUCPM repre-

sentative if you have been selected to participate in the pro-

gram.

There is no cost to participate in the internship, but there may be cost associated with housing if you elect

to stay in a hotel vs. with a student host. Students should also be prepared to pay for transportation/travel

costs, dinner meals, and any incidentals, including evening activities that are not covered by KSUCPM.

WOULD YOU LIKE MORE INFORMATION?

WHAT DO PAST INTERNS HAVE TO SAY?

INTERNSHIP DATES

If you would like additional information about the KSUCPM Pre-Professional Internship Program, please

contact the Office of Enrollment Management at Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine.

Angela Dessables

Admissions Counselor

216-916-7487

adessabl@kent.edu

Kevin Schaefer

Admissions Counselor

216-916-7493

kschae10@kent.edu

“I would not be half as confident in my decision to attend KSUCPM or to become a podiatrist without

having attended the internship.” -Shayne E., University of Toledo

“This internship is a sure-fire way to confirm or make you more aware of your interest in podiatry. The

clinical and surgical experience you obtain is one-of-a-kind. No other program competes with the

opportunity this program has opened to me. Because I came, I know that podiatry is truly the field for

me!” -Shawniece B., Thiel College

“I’m glad that I decided to participate in this internship. It has given me a much better idea of podiatry

as a profession. I had a great time here!” - Destiny M., Johns Hopkins University

“I feel the internship experience gave me an inside look into the life of a podiatrist and a student here at

KSUCPM. The faculty are very friendly and the Doctors you have the opportunity to meet give

invaluable advice. I can’t say enough good things.” - Kaitlin D., University of Mount Union

Tuesday — Thursday, May 19 - 21, 2015

Tuesday — Thursday, June 9 - 11, 2015

Tuesday — Thursday, June 16 - 18, 2015