Plantar warts are small bumps that usually appear on the heels or weight-bearing points of the foot. Plantar warts are viral infections caused by the human papillomavirus.
A podiatrist is a professional in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the foot.
A dermatologist is a doctor who specializes in diseases of the skin, hair, nails and mucous membranes.
Remember that for the proper selection of health professional that treats plantar warts you must consider the nature, severity and symptoms you are presenting.