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PRE-PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
EXPLORE PODIATRIC MEDICINE AND
DISCOVER MEDICINE’S “HIDDEN GEM”
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; however, students should be prepared to pay for
transportation/travel costs, lodging, 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
Kevin Schaefer
Manager, Student Recruiting & Outreach
216-916-7493
“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
“An eye-opening experience that has helped me understand why the field of podiatry is the right career
choice to pursue.” -Virat G., Purdue 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
Monday – Wednesday, May 23-25, 2016
Monday – Wednesday, June 6-8, 2016
Monday – Wednesday, June 13-15, 2016
(Internship Application Cycle will open February 1, 2016)