Steven E. Blackwood, M.D. is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and is a fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon in the subspecialty of foot and ankle surgery. Dr. Blackwood offers comprehensive treatment of a variety of foot and ankle conditions including sports injuries, post-traumatic deformity, acute fractures, tendinopathy, chronic degenerative disease, and acquired toe deformity. He is experienced in fracture care, general orthopedics, ankle arthroscopy, cartilage preservation and restoration, complex deformity correction, ligament and tendon repair and reconstruction, ankle replacement, and fusions of the ankle and midfoot. Dr. Blackwood also specializes in the treatment of common foot and ankle disorders including bunions, hammer toes, Morton's neuromas, plantar fasciitis, and Achilles tendinitis.Dr. Blackwood is from Roswell, GA and graduated with the highest honors from the Georgia Institute of Technology. He completed his medical training at the Georgia Health Sciences University in Augusta and completed residency in orthopedic surgery at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He went on to complete a foot and ankle fellowship at Grand Rapids Orthopedic Associates in Grand Rapids, Michigan.During Dr. Blackwood's time at Georgia Tech he played collegiate baseball and is the only four year letterman to be named Mr. Georgia Tech. In 2018, he was inducted into the Georgia Tech Sports Hall of Fame. He was also drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 2005 MLB draft. Most recently, Dr. Blackwood served as the Team Physician at the University of Mississippi and Lafayette High School in Oxford, MS. Dr. Blackwood is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Flat Feet, Tendinitis, Plantar Fasciitis, and Hip Replacement.

Jason Bariteau is a Podiatric Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Bariteau has been practicing medicine for over 19 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Osteoarthritis, Claw Foot, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft.

Félix RodrÃguez-del RÃo, M.D., is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and is a fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon in the subspecialty of foot and ankle surgery. Dr. Rodriguez-del Rio's practice includes comprehensive treatment options for foot and ankle conditions, including foot and ankle arthroscopy, reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, total ankle replacement, deformities of the foot, neuropathy, and charcot foot. Dr. Rodriguez-del Rio also treats general orthopedic conditions, including sports injuries, fractures and dislocations, and workers' compensation injuries.Areas of interest include sports orthopedics, diabetic foot, pediatric general orthopedics, fracture care, and workers' compensation. Dr. Rodriguez-del Rio is fluent in Spanish and welcomes Spanish-speaking patients.Dr. RodrÃguez-del RÃo has taken an active role in the community. Dr. Rodriguez-del Rio served as Foot and Ankle Consultant for the Puerto Rico Volleyball Olympic Team. During his tenure as President of the Orthopaedic State Society, he organized public service clinics in Puerto Rico for the underserved communities and contributed to public service weekly radio programs to orient and assist underserved and aging communities. He continues to take an active role in the medical community, serving as a medical consultant for ACUMED International Corporation. Dr. Rio is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, Osteochondritis Dissecans, and Osgood-Schlatter Disease.

If your health insurance plan is not on our list, please contact our office directly to confirm your health plan is in network. If your insurance requires a referral please call our office at 770-502-2175 option 1 to assist you with getting a referral from your PCP. Dr. Heinsch is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Foot Drop, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

William Terrell is an Orthopedics specialist and a Sports Medicine provider in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Terrell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome, Bursitis, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Terrell is currently accepting new patients.

Sameh Labib is an Orthopedics provider in Brookhaven, Georgia. Dr. Labib has been practicing medicine for over 46 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Osteochondritis Dissecans, Osgood-Schlatter Disease, Endoscopy, and Fasciotomy.

Michael Womack is an Orthopedics provider in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Womack has been practicing medicine for over 38 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Bursitis.

Dr. Stephen White is a native Georgian, born and raised in Bronwood, Georgia. He attended the University of Georgia, where he lettered in football and was a member of the 2005 SEC Championship team. He graduated Magna Cum Laude in 2006. He completed his medical education at the Medical College of Georgia, graduating in 2012. He then trained as a resident in orthopedic surgery at the University of South Alabama in Mobile, AL.He went on to do further training with a fellowship in foot and ankle surgery at the prestigious OrthoCarolina Foot and Ankle Institute in Charlotte, North Carolina. In his fellowship, Dr. White had training and mentorship under multiple world-renowned surgeons, and he was involved in the care of professional athletes. He has trained in a variety of orthopedic foot and ankle procedures, including primary and revision ankle replacements, all forms of foot and ankle trauma, and complex foot and ankle reconstructions.Dr. White provides care for general orthopedic problems such as fracture care and treatment of arthritis. This care includes both surgical as well as non-operative treatment. He has a particular interest in lower extremity trauma and foot & ankle surgery.Dr. White has been published in peer-reviewed orthopedic journals, co-authored several book chapters, and is a member of both the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society.Dr. White is happily married with 5 children, 4 boys and a girl. He is actively involved in his church. He enjoys time with his family, sports, hunting, fishing, and traveling. Dr. White is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Flat Feet, Achilles Tendon Rupture, and Plantar Fasciitis.

Jeffrey Smith is a Sports Medicine specialist and an Orthopedics provider in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Dr. Smith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Congenital Contractures, Achard Syndrome, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

I pride myself in my friendly bedside manner and down-to-earth approach. I treat everyone with respect and I am dedicated to you, your family and friends foot and ankle health care needs. Dr. Dombek lives in Newnan, GA with his lovely wife Jessica and their two boys. In his free time he enjoys ice hockey, fishing, and running. He also enjoys playing soccer and swimming with his wife and children. Dr. Dombek provides service in Fayetteville, Newnan, Peachtree City. Mr. Dombek is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Caffey Disease, Ledderhose Disease, Plantar Fasciitis, and Fibromatosis.

Sudhir R. Belagaje, M.D. is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is a fellowship trained orthopaedic surgeon in the area of foot and ankle. In addition to general orthopedics, his clinical interests include total ankle replacements and deformities of the forefoot. He has received fellowship training in treating problems specific to the foot and ankle. Areas of Expertise Foot and Ankle Deformities of the forefoot Sports Medicine Board Certification American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Education Fellowship: Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburg, Pennsylvania 2013 Foot and Ankle Surgery Fellowship Residency: University of Cincinnati, Pittsburg, Pennsylvania 2012, Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Medical Degree: Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana, Doctor of Medicine, 2006 Undergraduate Degree: Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana, Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry 2002 Professional Memberships American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Georgia Orthopaedic Society Community Involvement Dr. Belagaje is active in the community. He has been a volunteer for ;Our Hearts to Your Soles, an annual nationwide program designed to provide free foot examinations and shoe wear to the less fortunate on Thanksgiving. He has also served as a volunteer author for the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society FootCareMD website, which provides public education for common surgical procedures in Foot and Ankle surgery. Insurance Plans Accepted Aetna, BCBS, Champus Tricare, Cigna, Coventry, Humana, Medicare, United Healthcare and many others. Please contact physician office for additional plans covered. Hospital Affiliation Piedmont Fayette Hospital. Dr. Belagaje is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tenosynovitis, Osgood-Schlatter Disease, and Hip Replacement.

As your doctor I am committed to treating my patients with the highest standard of care. I am dedicated to extending them the professional, expert, quality of care that they expect. In doing so, I hope to deliver it in a compassionate, caring, friendly bedside manner that they deserve.Dr. Patel is a Board Certified Podiatric Surgeon who is experienced and respected in all phases of Surgical and Medical Management of conditions in the foot, ankle, and lower leg. Dr. Patel is a lecturer and educator who has been appointed to leadership positions within the medical community. He has has been cited as an outstanding physician by local hospitals and media outlets. His professional interest include sports medicine, adult and pediatric reconstructive surgery, dermatology and podiatric imaging.Dr. Patel provides service in Buckhead, Jonesboro and Conyers. Mr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Bunions, Ledderhose Disease, Plantar Fasciitis, and Fibromatosis.

"Practice Interest and Professional Summary: Dr. Bednarz is a Board Certified Podiatric Surgeon experienced in adult lower extremity reconstructive surgery. Dr. Bednarz is a renowned lecturer and respected expert in the subject of sports medicine and diabetic limb salvage. His interests include bunion and hammertoe surgery, sports medicine, trauma, diabetic limb salvage and reconstructive surgery of the foot and ankle. Dr. Bednarz has been in private practice in Metro Atlanta since 2005. Since moving to the Atlanta area, Dr. Bednarz has made it his passion to make a difference in every patient's life. He has been recognized by his patients as a ""Top Doc"" in the WellStar Hospital system. Dr. Bednarz believes in comprehensive and compassionate care for each of his patients, and he accepts any foot and ankle pathology as a chance to improve the quality of life for his patients. Dr. Bednarz provides service in Woodstock and Roswell.". Mr. Bednarz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Synovitis, Morton Neuroma, Tendinitis, and Achilles Tendon Rupture.

Since the inception of the Ankle and Foot Centers of Georgia over 40 years ago, I have always strived to make this practice family oriented. We have always tried to add doctors to our practice that compliment us both on a personal level but also academically. We strive to bring in the best surgically trained podiatrists with impeccable bedside manner. Dr. Giovinco founded the Ankle and Foot Centers of Georgia in 1982 and opened his first office in Peachtree City where he now resides with his wife Mindy and their six children. He is involved in his local community and coaches a recreational youth basketball league. Dr. Giovinco provides service in Newnan and Peachtree City. Mr. Giovinco is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Ledderhose Disease, Fibromatosis, Plantar Fasciitis, and Morton Neuroma.

'I have a passion for the complex anatomy of the foot and ankle and do everything in my power to keep my patients pain-free and on their feet. In addition to loving medicine, I love the relationships I build with my patients as we work together to overcome their foot and ankle problems. I have been blessed to obtain excellent training and a diverse tool belt with which to treat all problems of the foot and ankle. I will take the time to answer your questions and give you the best up-to-date conservative and surgical treatment options to help you get back on your feet.'-Dr. Adam Port. Mr. Port is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Plantar Fasciitis, Ledderhose Disease, Fibromatosis, and Hammer Toe.

Dr. Hollstrom has over fourteen years of experience in Podiatry. He has lectured on NBC NEWS about new interventions in Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Hollstrom has also been featured on Rush Limbaugh Radio Special Meet the Doctor. Dr. Hollstrom and his wife reside in LaGrange, where they raise their family. Dr. Hollstrom provides service in LaGrange. Mr. Hollstrom is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Plantar Fasciitis, Ledderhose Disease, Fibromatosis, and Hammer Toe.

Dr. Roman moved to the Atlanta area from Ohio after earning undergraduate degrees in Accounting and Biology from Kent State University and a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine. Upon completing his residency in advanced reconstructive foot and ankle surgery at Emory-Northlake Medical Center, he joined Ankle and Foot Centers of Georgia in 2006.Dr. Roman continues his commitment to the ongoing education and advancement of foot and ankle surgery with his active involvement in the local residency training program. He also lectures across the country as a faculty member and past chairman of The Podiatry Institute, a non-profit education foundation recognized internationally for its leading role in the advancement of podiatric medicine and surgery. He has made his personal contribution to surgical advancements in podiatric medicine through medical research and design, currently holding six patents in fixation and implantation devices.Residing with his family in the McDonough area, Dr. Roman gives back to his community by volunteering and providing care for those in need through the Hands of Hope Clinic, Inc. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends, golf, cooking, and travel.Professional Statement'Attention to details. That is what I believe makes the patient's visit to our practice both beneficial and rewarding. I encourage our staff to treat every patient as if they are the only one we see. Focusing on the small things really makes our care stand out.'. Mr. Roman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Plantar Fasciitis, Ledderhose Disease, Fibromatosis, and Tendinitis.

Donald E. Fowler III, M.D. is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon who completed his fellowship at the prestigious Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, New York. His specialties include Knee, Shoulder, Elbow and Ankle Arthroscopy, Sports Medicine, Total Joint Replacement Surgery, General Orthopaedics and Fracture Care. Dr. Fowler believes that every patient is an athlete at some level, and he has extensive experience with athletes at the professional, college, high school, and recreational levels. He remains active in research particularly in the fields of ACL reconstruction and meniscal transplantation. Areas of Expertise Sports Medicine Shoulder Arthroscopy Total Joint Replacement Surgery Fracture Care Education Fellowship: Hospital for Special Surgery/Cornell Medical Center, New York, NY, 2014, Sports Medicine and Shoulder Fellowship Residency: Duke University, Durham, NC, 2013, Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Medical Degree: University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, 2008, Doctor of Medicine Undergraduate Degree: Duke University, Durham, NC, 2003, Bachelor of Science, Biology and Anatomy Professional Memberships American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine Arthroscopy Association of North America Piedmont Society Frank Bassett Society Community Involvement Dr. Fowler currently serves as a Medical Consultant and Atlanta Affiliate physician for the New York Mets Professional Baseball Team. During his sports fellowship, he was Team Physician for the New York Mets, and assisted in care for the New York Giants, New York Knicks, and Brooklyn Nets. While in residency, Dr. Fowler served as Team Physician for both the Duke University Blue Devils Basketball and Football teams. He has covered High School football games for the last six years and currently is the team physician for Paulding County and Hiram High Schools. Insurance Plans Accepted Aetna, BCBS, Champus Tricare, Cigna, Coventry, Humana, Medicare, United Healthcare and many others. Please contact physician office for additional plans covered. Hospital Affiliation Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Cartersville Hospital, Piedmont Fayette Hospital. Dr. Fowler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Osteoarthritis, and Hip Replacement.

Dr. Smith lives in Decatur, Georgia with his wife Robin and their daughter Chloe. He served as a podiatric surgeon in the United States Army for over 4 years. He is involved with his local community and Greater Atlanta Veteran community. In his free time, Pete enjoys soccer, golf and spending time with his family. Mr. Smith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Fungal Nail Infection, Athlete's Foot, Hammer Toe, and Ingrown Toenail.

John Prather is an Orthopedics specialist and a Podiatric Surgeon in Savannah, Georgia. Dr. Prather has been practicing medicine for over 21 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Bursitis, and Tenosynovitis.