Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist David Greenberg, DPM, FACFAS, is one of the founding partners and President of Rhode Island Foot Care. He is proud to provide comprehensive foot and ankle care to patients in Pawtucket, Cranston, East Providence, Warren, and Warwick, Rhode Island, and in Dartmouth, Massachusetts.
Dr. Greenberg earned his Bachelor of Science from Springfield College in Massachusetts and his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine. He then completed his residency at Cranston General Hospital in Rhode Island.
Certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery in foot surgery, Dr. Greenberg specializes in diabetic and vascular foot disorders, reconstructive foot surgery, and advanced wound care. He also specializes in biomechanics and orthotic therapy. His passion, leadership, and work ethic have made Rhode Island Foot Care dominant leaders with regards to foot and ankle disorders in the state.
Dr. Greenberg is the Chief of Podiatric Medicine at The Miriam Hospital in Rhode Island and a Clinical Assistant Professor at Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. He loves to educate, working closely with the podiatric residency program at Roger Williams Hospital.
He is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and American Diabetes Association. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and a diplomate of the American Board of Podiatric Surgery.
At MetroWest Podiatry, skilled foot and ankle surgeon Brian Wascavage, DPM, boasts a 25-year history of exemplary patient care. At offices in Framingham and Marlborough, Massachusetts, Dr. Wascavage treats every type of foot and ankle problem, including bunions, ingrown toenails, and diabetic foot issues like ulcers to name just a few.
Dr. Wascavage, fondly known as Dr. W to his many long-time patients, is an empathetic and caring provider. He understands how difficult heel pain and other types of pain can be, so he goes out of his way to help individuals understand their diagnosis and treatment choices.
The entire MetroWest Podiatry team believes in individualized attention, and they strive to make their offices a comfortable place for patients to get compassionate care for abnormalities like hammertoe, chronic issues like foot ulcers, acute injuries like fractures, and other stubborn foot issues in a relaxing atmosphere.
Efficient, prompt, and convenient care all matter when it comes to foot and ankle treatment. Therefore, it’s always easy to reach the team by phone or through the online scheduler. Both established and new patients are welcome at MetroWest Podiatry.
James Appleton, DPM, FACFAS, is a board certified podiatrist and the newest partner of the Rhode Island Foot Care team. He currently sees patients at the practice’s locations in North Providence and Newport, and Rhode Island.
Dr. Appleton is a native Rhode Islander born in Providence. He attended Assumption University in Worcester, Massachusetts, from 2000-2004, and received his bachelor’s degree in biology with a focus in computer science. While attending Assumption University, he was actively involved in intramural sports and was a member of the baseball team. After obtaining a degree in biology, he attended the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and received his medical degree in 2010.
Dr. Appleton completed his podiatric medical and surgical residency from Roger Williams Medical Center, a program with an emphasis on forefoot and rearfoot reconstruction as well as diabetic wound care and limb salvage. There, he trained under many local podiatrists, as well as orthopedic surgeons, and served as the chief resident in his final year of training.
He is active with surgical residency training and is a member of the academic training committee associated with the Roger Williams Medical Center residency program. Dr. Appleton takes a personal approach with each patient, providing care and treatment in a comfortable and friendly setting.
In his free time, Dr. Appleton enjoys playing sports, spending time with family, and building and carpentry work.
Anthony Tickner, DPM, is a podiatrist and founder of Associated Foot Specialis in Holden, Massachusetts. Dr. Tickner is an experienced and compassionate professional dedicated to delivering the best possible care to his patients and the community.
Dr. Tickner received his podiatric medical degree from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and completed advanced wound healing training at the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons.
He studied biometabolism and chemical processes at Binghamton University and earned a Bachelor of Science in biology and chemistry from SUNY Brockport.
Dr. Tickner’s innovative techniques have resulted in groundbreaking results. He’s expanded the potential of reconstructive and cosmetic surgery, advanced wound healing and offloading, diabetic foot care, biomechanical as well as gait abnormalities, and neuromuscular diseases.
Dr. Tickner is affiliated with several medical facilities, including Marlborough Hospital and Saint Vincent Hospital. He enjoys teaching and goes out of his way to listen to his patients.
Steven Quan, DPM, is a board-certified wound specialist physician serving patients at Associated Foot Specialist in Hudson Massachusetts. As a podiatry specialist, Dr. Quan has received comprehensive training in foot and ankle surgery, wound management of the lower extremity, trauma, and sports medicine.
Dr. Quan was born and raised in Massachusetts. He earned his bachelor’s degree in biochemistry from Worcester Polytechnic Institute before pursuing his doctorate at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Quan then completed his residency at Interfaith Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York, where he was selected as the chief resident.
Dr. Quan is board-qualified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and provides patients with both surgical and nonsurgical options to help them stand strong and proud. Dr. Quan is passionate about helping his patients achieve and maintain optimal foot and ankle health.
During his free time, Dr. Quan enjoys recreational hiking and cold-press juicing.
Jacob Bolling, DPM, is a skilled podiatrist and foot and ankle specialist on the team at Scheffel Foot Center. He welcomes new patients in the Worcester, Massachusetts, area and looks forward to helping them overcome foot and ankle problems.
Dr. Bolling started his podiatric journey by injuring his ankle while playing high school football. This experience and his subsequent treatment sparked his interest in the anatomy of the foot and ankle. After achieving his Bachelor of Science degree at Marist College and Master of Science at Quinnipiac University, Jacob went on to Rosalind Franklin University: Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago for the training of his future.
After four years, he earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree and went on to his surgical residency at Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester, MA, for three years. There, he learned from a myriad of podiatric and orthopedic surgeons and gained major insights into wound care for the lower extremities. Currently, he is Foot Surgery Qualified by ABFAS and is working towards obtaining his certification status.
Dr. Bolling’s passion lies in comforting his patients and seeking solutions to their foot and ankle problems. Whether it’s enough to continue on daily walks or getting back into full activity for sports, Dr. Bolling is on your side to get you back into what you want to do.
John A. Scheffel earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from the California School of Podiatric Medicine, and completed a reconstructive foot and ankle residency at Forest Park Hospital in St Louis, MO. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Northeastern University in Boston.
He is board certified in Foot Surgery by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery, and a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. He is a member of the Massachusetts Podiatric Medical Society. His clinical interests include reconstructive forefoot and rearfoot surgery, diabetic foot complications, and diagnosing and finding the most appropriate solutions for complex foot problems.
Anthony Tickner, DPM, is a podiatrist and founder of Associated Foot Specialis in Holden, Massachusetts. Dr. Tickner is an experienced and compassionate professional dedicated to delivering the best possible care to his patients and the community.
Dr. Tickner received his podiatric medical degree from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and completed advanced wound healing training at the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons.
He studied biometabolism and chemical processes at Binghamton University and earned a Bachelor of Science in biology and chemistry from SUNY Brockport.
Dr. Tickner’s innovative techniques have resulted in groundbreaking results. He’s expanded the potential of reconstructive and cosmetic surgery, advanced wound healing and offloading, diabetic foot care, biomechanical as well as gait abnormalities, and neuromuscular diseases.
Dr. Tickner is affiliated with several medical facilities, including Marlborough Hospital and Saint Vincent Hospital. He enjoys teaching and goes out of his way to listen to his patients.
Steven Quan, DPM, is a board-certified wound specialist physician serving patients at Associated Foot Specialist in Hudson Massachusetts. As a podiatry specialist, Dr. Quan has received comprehensive training in foot and ankle surgery, wound management of the lower extremity, trauma, and sports medicine.
Dr. Quan was born and raised in Massachusetts. He earned his bachelor’s degree in biochemistry from Worcester Polytechnic Institute before pursuing his doctorate at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Quan then completed his residency at Interfaith Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York, where he was selected as the chief resident.
Dr. Quan is board-qualified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and provides patients with both surgical and nonsurgical options to help them stand strong and proud. Dr. Quan is passionate about helping his patients achieve and maintain optimal foot and ankle health.
During his free time, Dr. Quan enjoys recreational hiking and cold-press juicing.
Brad Ciano, DPM, FACFAS, is the newest member of the Blackstone Valley Foot and Ankle family, joining in 2018. Dr. Ciano is a native Rhode Islander, growing up in North Providence.
He attended Merrimack College, graduating in 2003, and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Medicine with a focus in Athletic Training. Specializing in the evaluation and rehabilitation of sports-related foot and ankle conditions, he has extensive experience utilizing custom orthotics. Dr. Ciano obtained his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree in 2011 from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. He then completed his 3-year Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency at Roger Williams Medical Center, a program that emphasizes forefoot and rear foot reconstructive surgery, as well as diabetic wound care and limb salvage. There, he served as Chief Resident in his final year of training and completed over 1,500 surgical procedures.
Dr. Ciano is a board-certified foot surgeon affiliated with the American Podiatric Medical Association, the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, and is a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
Outside of the office, Dr. Ciano enjoys spending time with his family and continues to play soccer competitively throughout Rhode Island.
Dr. Ciano aims to provide quality care, taking a personal approach to each patient in a comfortable and friendly setting. He treats adults and children of all ages. To book an appointment with Dr. Ciano, call the office or request an appointment online today.
Dr. Jay Emlen, DPM, FACFAS, is a board qualified podiatrist and the newest partner of the Rhode Island Foot Care team. He currently sees patients at the practice’s locations in Dartmouth, Massachusetts…….
Dr. Emlen grew up on Mount Desert Island, Maine, home of Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. He attended undergraduate school at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia for 2 years before transferring to Hunter College in New York City. Following his undergraduate education, Dr. Emlen worked at an EMT in New York City while completing his post-baccalaureate pre-med courses at Hunter College Dr. Emlen graduated from New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 2018.
Dr. Emlen completed his podiatric medical and surgical residency at Lenox Hill Hospital on the Upper East Side neighborhood of Manhattan. This program has a strong emphasis on forefoot and rearfoot reconstruction as well as diabetic wound care. At Lenox Hill Hospital he trained under many podiatrists, as well as orthopedic foot and ankle surgeons, and served as the chief resident in his final year of training.
Dr. Emlen has already enjoyed getting to know the communities he is serving. His approach to podiatric care is patient centered and focused on improving patients’ quality of life.
In his free time, Dr. Emlen enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and two young children.
Dr. Jay Emlen, DPM, FACFAS, is a board qualified podiatrist and the newest partner of the Rhode Island Foot Care team. He currently sees patients at the practice’s locations in Dartmouth, Massachusetts…….
Dr. Emlen grew up on Mount Desert Island, Maine, home of Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. He attended undergraduate school at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia for 2 years before transferring to Hunter College in New York City. Following his undergraduate education, Dr. Emlen worked at an EMT in New York City while completing his post-baccalaureate pre-med courses at Hunter College Dr. Emlen graduated from New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 2018.
Dr. Emlen completed his podiatric medical and surgical residency at Lenox Hill Hospital on the Upper East Side neighborhood of Manhattan. This program has a strong emphasis on forefoot and rearfoot reconstruction as well as diabetic wound care. At Lenox Hill Hospital he trained under many podiatrists, as well as orthopedic foot and ankle surgeons, and served as the chief resident in his final year of training.
Dr. Emlen has already enjoyed getting to know the communities he is serving. His approach to podiatric care is patient centered and focused on improving patients’ quality of life.
In his free time, Dr. Emlen enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and two young children.
Suzanne Grondin, DPM, is one of the exceptional podiatrists practicing at Premier Foot and Ankle Center & Elite Upper Extremity and Plastic Surgery, which has locations in Worcester, Webster, and Leominster, Massachusetts.
Dr. Grondin grew up in Dartmouth, a small town in southeastern Massachusetts. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in biology and chemistry from Wheaton College in Norton, Massachusetts, and her Doctorate from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Grondin completed her surgical residency at Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester, Massachusetts. She then went on to private practice at the Premier Foot and Ankle Center.
Dr. Grondin is board certified in foot surgery by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. She has been recognized by Temple University for her excellence in pediatric podiatry, and she received the Who's Who Award among Executive and Professional Women.
Dr. Grondin originally became interested in podiatry at a young age after suffering several foot injuries as a competitive figure skater. Dr. Grondin competed all over New England for 17 years and worked very closely with her podiatrist to keep her feet healthy. This led to her interest in the foot and ankle as her own profession. Today Dr. Grondin uses these experiences, along with her training, to work with her patients and keep their feet healthy.
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Premier Foot and Ankle Center & Elite Upper Extremity and Plastic Surgery
Premier Foot and Ankle Center & Elite Upper Extremity and Plastic Surgery, with offices in Worcester, Webster, and Leominster, Massachusetts, is a state-of-the-art practice specializing in plastic surgery and diagnosing and treating conditions involving the foot, ankle, hand, fingers, wrist, and elbow.
The practice provides care for people of all ages — pediatrics through geriatrics. Incorporating the latest technology, individuals can expect professional care, outstanding results, integrity, and a gentle touch.
Premier Foot and Ankle Center & Elite Upper Extremity and Plastic Surgery provides comprehensive care for conditions such as arthritis, bunions, Achilles tendonitis, hammertoes, ingrown toenails, plantar fasciitis, toenail fungus, and warts. They can also treat tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, fractures, arthritis pain, wrist pain, and other upper extremity disorders.
The practice specializes in sports medicine, foot and ankle surgery, and upper extremity surgery, including minimally invasive treatment options. Premier Foot and Ankle Center & Elite Upper Extremity and Plastic Surgery also offers custom orthotics and diabetic foot care.
For expert foot, ankle, and upper extremity care with a gentle touch, call Premier Foot and Ankle Center & Elite Upper Extremity and Plastic Surgery or schedule an appointment online today.
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Premier Foot and Ankle Center & Elite Upper Extremity and Plastic Surgery
Anthony Tickner, DPM, is a podiatrist and founder of Associated Foot Specialis in Holden, Massachusetts. Dr. Tickner is an experienced and compassionate professional dedicated to delivering the best possible care to his patients and the community.
Dr. Tickner received his podiatric medical degree from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and completed advanced wound healing training at the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons.
He studied biometabolism and chemical processes at Binghamton University and earned a Bachelor of Science in biology and chemistry from SUNY Brockport.
Dr. Tickner’s innovative techniques have resulted in groundbreaking results. He’s expanded the potential of reconstructive and cosmetic surgery, advanced wound healing and offloading, diabetic foot care, biomechanical as well as gait abnormalities, and neuromuscular diseases.
Dr. Tickner is affiliated with several medical facilities, including Marlborough Hospital and Saint Vincent Hospital. He enjoys teaching and goes out of his way to listen to his patients.
Steven Quan, DPM, is a board-certified wound specialist physician serving patients at Associated Foot Specialist in Hudson Massachusetts. As a podiatry specialist, Dr. Quan has received comprehensive training in foot and ankle surgery, wound management of the lower extremity, trauma, and sports medicine.
Dr. Quan was born and raised in Massachusetts. He earned his bachelor’s degree in biochemistry from Worcester Polytechnic Institute before pursuing his doctorate at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Quan then completed his residency at Interfaith Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York, where he was selected as the chief resident.
Dr. Quan is board-qualified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and provides patients with both surgical and nonsurgical options to help them stand strong and proud. Dr. Quan is passionate about helping his patients achieve and maintain optimal foot and ankle health.
During his free time, Dr. Quan enjoys recreational hiking and cold-press juicing.
John A. Scheffel earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from the California School of Podiatric Medicine, and completed a reconstructive foot and ankle residency at Forest Park Hospital in St Louis, MO. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Northeastern University in Boston.
He is board certified in Foot Surgery by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery, and a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. He is a member of the Massachusetts Podiatric Medical Society. His clinical interests include reconstructive forefoot and rearfoot surgery, diabetic foot complications, and diagnosing and finding the most appropriate solutions for complex foot problems.