Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine
Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine was founded in 1963 and has built a strong reputation of excellence since that time. In addition to excellent training facilities and labs, TUSPM also houses the Foot and Ankle Institute which is the largest of its kind in the area. Through these facilities, students are able to gain top-notch clinical experience and hands-on insight into the podiatric profession.
School Mission/Focus:
"To educate highly qualified, ethical and professional podiatric medical students, who, upon completion of the curriculum, are prepared for licensure and entry into post-graduate medical education; and to advance our profession through research, quality patient care and community service." (http://podiatry.temple.edu)
Location:
TUSPM is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Application Requirements:
GPA: No minimum requirement indicated.
Admissions Tests Accepted:
MCAT: Accepted
DAT: Accepted
GRE: Accepted
Applicants must have completed the follow undergraduate course work (a Bachelors Degree is also preferred):
- English (6 semester hours)
- Biology (8 semester hours) - must include a laboratory
- Physics (8 semester hours)
- General or Inorganic Chemistry (8 semester hours) - must include a laboratory
- Organic Chemistry (8 semester hours) - must include a laboratory
Background check required: Yes
Recommendation Letters Required: 3 (4 if Pre-Health Committee letter unavailable)
- 2 letters from medical practitioners, including 1 from a podiatrist
- a composite letter from a prehealth professions advisor, or if a pre-health committee is not available, 2 letters from science faculty
Curriculum:
1st Year - Basic Science and Laboratory Courses
2nd Year - Basic Science and Laboratory Courses
3rd Year - Clinical Courses / Rotations
Rotations include:
- Surgery Clinic
- Orthopedic Clinic
- Podiatric Medicine
- Diagnosis Clinic
- Wound Care/Physical Medicine
- Radiology
- Satalite Clinics
- TUSPM Operating Room
- Graduate Hospital
- Family Medicine Clinics
- Temple Children's Hospital
- West Jersey Hospital
- Philadelphia VA Hospital
- Anesthesia
4th Year - Clinical Courses / Rotations
Rotations Include:
- Infectious Disease
- Orthopedics
- Vascular Medicine and Surgery
- Clinical Neurology
- Podiatric Surgery
- Podiatric Medicine
- Podiatric Orthopedics
School Demographics:
First Year Enrollment: unknown
2008 Profile:
Class Size: unknown
Male: 51%
Female: 49%
Average GPA: 3.2
Average MCAT: 22
Average Age: unknown
Cost of Attending:
Tuition: $28,352 (Out-of-state: $31,232)
Fees: $1000
2009-2010 Student Budget: unknown
Living in Philadelphia, PA:
Population: Philadelphia is the 6th most populous city is the United States with a population of 1,448,394 and a metro population of almost 6 million. Philadelphia has a very high population density.
Demographics: Philadelphia is a very ethnically diverse city with over half the population being from an ethnic minority. According to statistics, 42.86% of people are white, 44.29% are black, 5.26% are asian, 0.30% are native american, and 7.78% claim 'Other'.
Housing: Housing costs in Philly are about average for the county with the median home value at $181,200. Although renters make up a large portion of the population, vacancy rate is higher than average so finding available housing should be very easy. Philadelphia was rated #4 on Forbes.com's "Best Cities to Buy a Home 2008."
Cost of Living: Compared to the rest of the country, Philadelphia falls in about average. However, when compared to most other communities with osteopathic colleges, Philly's cost of living is somewhat higher than average. Utility costs are especially high here.
Employment Opportunities: Philadelphia has a slightly lower than average median income but the overall economy is stable. That means that you will most likely not have a hard time find a job but you should expect lower than average wages for unskilled work.
Weather: Philadelphia falls in a humid region of the country, meaning that summers are hot and uncomfortable while winters are very cold. Fall and spring temperatures are quite pleasant but these seasons are generally short. Snowfall can vary year to year but is considered to be higher than average at this latitude. Here are average temperatures for January and July:
January: High = 39; Low =24July: High = 87; Low = 68
Things To Do: Philadelphia has a rich history and many arts and cultural pleasures to enjoy as a result. The architecture in this area is especially beautiful and much of it dates back to colonial times. Philly has more public art than any other American city and there is always something to see. Students can enjoy studying in the beautiful parks and public areas. Philly is also well known for some of their local foods such as the Philly Cheese Steak. Philadelphia is rated as Forbes.com #10 "Best Cities For Singles, 2008."
Is there a Walmart? Yes, 20+
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