On Call with Dr. Randy

S2 E12: How To Have Healthy Feet


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Dr. Porsha Melcher, Podiatrist, joins On Call With Dr. Randy this week for a lesson in healthy feet. From treating toe fungus to finding the proper shoes, Dr. Melcher tells all about how we can best take care of our feet. What you can expect in this episode:
 

2:24 - Journey to Podiatry

4:05 - What Podiatrists do

10:05 - Movements to help with foot health

12:05 - Tips to finding the proper shoes

13:30 -Treatment options for corns and calluses 

17:35 - About Plantar Fasciitis 

21:40 - Plantar fasciitis treatments and stretches

29:10 - Toenail fungus

34:40 - Benefits of biopsies 

36:00 - Toenail fungus treatments 

41:10 - Dr. Melcher's words of wisdom

42:55 - Randy’s Random Questions 

 

Tweetable Quotes:

“I’ve learned my foot.” - Dr. Porsha Melcher

“You have to be consistent with your care to have the best outcome.” - Dr. Porsha Melcher

“Take care of your feet, you only get 1 pair.” - Dr. Porsha Melcher

 

About Dr. Porsha Melcher:

Dr. Porsha Melcher is a native Houstonian, who enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She received her undergraduate degree from Prairie View A&M University until pursuing her medical degree from Kent State university of Podiatric Medicine. She is a member of American Society of Podiatric Surgeons (ASPS), American Podiatric Medicine Association (APMA) and the American Board of Podiatric Medicine(ABPM).

 

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