Podiatrists usually work in small private offices or clinics, sometimes
supported by a small staff of assistants and other administrative personnel.
They also may spend time visiting patients in nursing homes or performing
surgery at hospitals or ambulatory surgical centers. Podiatrists with
private practices set their own hours but may work evenings and weekends to
accommodate their patients. Podiatrists usually treat fewer emergencies than
other doctors..
Source: Bureau of Labor
Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook
Handbook, 2008-09 Edition