Verified October 10, 2026 against the practice act, board rules and sources cited below. The board decides every application. All states
What podiatrists miss in Hawaii
- Graduates before 2004 need ten years of licensed practice elsewhere to offset a shorter residency.
- The Hawaii Medical Board, not a separate podiatry board, licenses podiatrists.
Can a podiatrist licensed elsewhere get a Hawaii license by endorsement?
The statute lets the board set separate fees for licensure by endorsement but states no endorsement criteria.
- Board: Hawaii Medical Board
Citation: HRS 463E-5(a)
How much residency does Hawaii require?
At least 24 months of accredited residency. Graduates before January 1, 2004 need 12 months, ten years of licensed practice in another state and a current unencumbered license there.
- 2 years of residency
Citation: HRS 463E-3
Which APMLE parts does Hawaii require?
NBPME examinations in basic sciences, clinical sciences and clinical competency.
- APMLE Part III required
Does Hawaii give its own exam?
The statute requires only the NBPME examinations.
- No state exam
Citation: HRS 463E-4
What does a Hawaii podiatry license cover?
The foot, malleoli and ankle, including surgery on the leg muscles and tendons governing the foot.
- Ankle in scope
- Amputation: No amputation above the ankle.
- Anesthesia: Local anesthetic only.
Citation: HRS 463E-1
Where does Hawaii stand on the podiatric compact?
- No compact law
How often does a Hawaii license renew?
Licenses renew by January 31 of each even-numbered year.
- Renews every 2 years
Citation: HRS 463E-5(b)
Licensing in Hawaii?
We prepare every supporting document and a question-by-question guide, request the FPMB disciplinary report, CPME residency verification and other boards' verifications, and track the file to a decision; you sign every oath and sit every exam. A license by endorsement is $799 per state, or $899 for a full application.