Motivations for Pursuing a Career in Podiatric Medicine.

Background: Although podiatric medicine is a growing field, it is still relatively unknown to many in the general public, including those seeking careers in medicine. The purpose of the present study is to portray the perspectives of current podiatric medical students on motivational factors that encouraged them to pursue the field.

Methods: An online survey was developed and delivered to the student body of a single podiatric medical school.