Development of the Competencies of Podiatry Graduates at the Bolivarian Higher University Institute of Technology, Ecuador

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Introduction: Podiatry graduates perform professional functions that contribute to the diagnosis and treatment of foot conditions from an early age, with a clinical, epidemiological, and inclusive approach.

Objective: To explore the level of knowledge that makes up the competencies of podiatry graduates at the Bolivarian University Institute of Technology, Ecuador.

Methods: Based on the descriptive and observational study conducted from 2016 to 2024 at the Bolivarian University Institute of Technology, 25 podiatry graduates were intentionally selected. Different variables were used, such as competency development and skill development. Theoretical (systemic structural functional), empirical (documentary analysis, observation, and survey), and statistical methods were used for this study.

Results: When exploring competencies, the knowledge dimension was insufficient for 60% of graduates; the skill dimension was low (84%); and the results of the observation guide showed that 100% of graduates did not perform podiatric promotion, prevention, and treatment actions.

Conclusions: Podiatry graduates have an insufficient level of knowledge for observation skills; identifying problems and symptoms; manual skills; podiatric surgery skills; ability to use a variety of medical equipment; and knowing how to work in a team and coordinate with other professionals. Therefore, it would be feasible to implement training strategies to improve skills and abilities in everyday practice.

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2025-09-01

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Miranda Escobar FC, Fonseca Bodaño Y, López Santa Cruz DI. Development of the Competencies of Podiatry Graduates at the Bolivarian Higher University Institute of Technology, Ecuador. Educación Médica Superior [Internet]. 2025 Sep. 1 [cited 2025 Dec. 6];39. Available from: https://ems.sld.cu/index.php/ems/article/view/4708

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