Membership of the Faculty of Podiatric Medicine

Fellowship of the College empowers you to lead the conversation, set the standards and shape the future of your profession.

Fellowship is a mark of distinction that demonstrates your commitment to delivering high-quality patient care and your place as a senior leader in our College community. It enables you to take an influential role in health and to lead and influence change for the benefit of all.

You can apply to become a Fellow if you:

• You meet our eligibility criteria

Fellowship offers you opportunities to:

• Contribute to College committees and influence policy.​
• Access exclusive events and professional networks.​
• Access discounted rates on CPD-accredited courses and conferences.

Lifetime fellowship

• If you’re a long-standing Fellow of the College, you could be eligible for lifetime Fellowship
• For a one-off fee, you’ll retain your existing Fellowship plus join a group of senior Fellows

You can become a lifetime Fellow if you:

• You must be a current Fellow in good standing
• Have been in good standing for at least 10 years
• Be over 60 years old
• Fully retired from clinical practice

Membership connects you to a global network of podiatrists and offers professional recognition at every stage of your career.

As a Member of the College, you join a professional community committed to clinical excellence, career development and ongoing learning. Whether you’re early in your career or working as an established specialist, membership supports you with tailored resources and opportunities.

You can apply to become a Member if you:

• Meet our eligibility criteria

Membership provides access to:

• Substantial discounts on CPD-accredited training courses.​
• Awards, scholarships, and networking opportunities.​
• Free subscriptions to relevant podiatric medicine publications.

Affiliate membership is open to doctors in training and others at the start of their podiatric careers. Joining as an Affiliate helps you build professional connections early and gain access to learning resources and events that support your future in surgery.

You can become an Affiliate if you are:

• A podiatric professional with an interest in developing their career and knowledge in podiatric medicine.​ 

Affiliate membership gives you access to:

• Discounted rates on clinical and non-clinical skills training and events.
• Mentorship opportunities and career guidance.​
• Comprehensive eLearning and library services.​
• Networking opportunities within the podiatric profession.