Which of the following describes acceptable use of testimonials under Oklahoma podiatry board rules?

• A. Testimonials from satisfied patients with consent.
• B. Testimonials that are accurate and not misleading.
• C. Testimonials that violate board rules.
• D. Testimonials about non-medical services.

Answer: (C)

Testimonials used in podiatry advertising must be truthful, not misleading, and fully compliant with Oklahoma Board rules. In practice this means you can use patient testimonials only if they accurately reflect the patient’s experience, the patient has consented to the use of their statements, and the testaments do not promise guaranteed results or misrepresent the quality or scope of care. Any compensation or incentive related to obtaining or publishing a testimonial should be disclosed, and the overall presentation must avoid deception or misrepresentation.

Among the options, the description that aligns with acceptable use is that testimonials must conform to board rules and be truthful and non-misleading. Statements that claim or imply violations of those rules are not acceptable, since the point is to follow the rules, not break them.