I am writing to express my support for the inclusion of the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM) in Chapter 18 VAC 85-20 “Regulations Governing the Practice of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine, Podiatry, and Chiropractic.”  ABPM is one of the two boards recognized by the American Podiatric Medical Association and the Council for Podiatric Medical Education to provide board certification for podiatrists, and it would be appropriate to include it.  Currently, the American Board of Multiple Specialties in Podiatry is listed on the VAProvider.com website as a recognized board, however, this board is not recognized by the American Podiatric Medical Association and the Council for Podiatric Medical Education.

Thank you for your consideration,

Dr. James B Baldwin