The Foot File: War Wounds Research with Lt. Col. Dr. Michael Neary

Featured in this edition of The Foot File is Lt. Col. Michael Neary, a podiatric physician treating frontline injuries sustained by U.S. troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. Neary’s role in the war is significant because this is the first conflict in history in which podiatric physicians have helped surgically save U.S. soldiers’ limbs. Dr. Neary will often see battle injuries within 24 hours. Hear about how his research is changing the role of podiatric physicians in the military. Also listen to learn what life is like for a doctor in the U.S. Army. For more information on foot health, visit www.apma.org.