About the Board

Board Members

The Governor appoints the D.P.M. members, with the advice of the Secretary, from a list of names submitted by the Maryland Podiatric Medical Association (MPMA).

The Governor appoints the consumer members with the advice of the Secretary and the advice and consent of the Senate.

The term of a member is 4 years. A member may not serve more than 2 (two) consecutive terms.

Adam Silverman, D.P.M., President
Jashan Valjee, D.P.M., Vice President
Hummira Abawi, D.P.M, Member
Aparna Duggiraia, D.P.M., Member
Bruce Fox, D.P.M., Member
Vacant, Consumer Member
Vacant, Consumer Member

Board Functions

Membership Composition: Seven Members
Professional: 5 Doctors of Podiatry
Consumer: 2 Consumer Representatives

Function summary:
The State Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners is the State regulatory body responsible for licensing, regulating and disciplining podiatrists, as well as protecting the welfare and safety of citizens of Maryland. In addition to licensing activities, the Board is also responsible for investigating complaints, carrying out examination related activities and monitoring continuing education.

Other duties of Board members

Continuing Education review and approval
Maryland Podiatric Jurisprudence Examination
Brief legislators as required
Attend various Professional and Department mandated training and Informational briefings.
Conduct Pre-hearing Conferences
Conduct Hearings regarding disciplinary matters

Board Meetings

All podiatrists and the general public are invited to attend the public session of Board meetings. The Board meets virtually on the second Thursday of each month at 1:00pm via Google Meets. A listing of upcoming dates may be found on the Board's homepage