Board Information
Authorization:
Chapter 36-8 of the South Dakota Codified Laws
Activities:
Examination and licensing of podiatrists.
Organization:
Department of Health
Composition:
Five members appointed by the Governor:
1. Four podiatrists; and
2. One lay member
(No party requirements)
Term of Appointment:
Terms shall expire on October 30 on the third year of appointment. No member may serve more than three consecutive full terms.
Frequency of Meetings:
2 meetings per year
Are Members Allowed to Call into Meetings:
Yes
Contact Info:
Carol Tellinghuisen, Executive Secretary
810 N. Main St., Suite 298
Spearfish, SD 57783
605-642-1600
proflic@rushmore.com
Mission Statement:
The mission of the South Dakota Board of Podiatry Examiners is to ensure the health, welfare, and safety of South Dakota consumers via licensure, continuing education, and inspection of the practice of podiatry; to establish policy related to the practice of podiatry through the enforcement of updated statues, rules, and regulations; and, by expeditious and fair processing of complaints registered by patient-consumer against licensees.