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Brian Pontarelli, DPM, is a board certified foot and ankle surgeon at Rhode Island Foot Care’s locations in Cumberland, North Providence, Cumberland & Johnston, Rhode Island as well as Norfolk, Massachusetts. 

Dr. Pontarelli received his Bachelor of Science in biology and minor in business administration from Providence College in Rhode Island. He earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia. Afterward, he completed his residency and surgical training at Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island.

He performs all aspects of podiatric medicine and surgery and has a passion for sports medicine. Dr. Pontarelli is also an avid diabetic wound care specialist. He is a founding member and staff podiatrist of a local wound care center and has helped heal many difficult wounds utilizing cutting edge technology such as hyperbaric oxygen chambers and synthesized skin derivatives.

Dr. Pontarelli became board certified and a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons in 2002. Over the past nine years, Dr. Pontarelli has brought many innovative ideas to better serve patients, using a “one-stop shopping” mentality, with in-office circulation testing and a full line of foot care and footwear products. 

He holds hospital affiliations with Lifespan/The Miriam Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital, St. Joseph’s Hospital Health Care System, Our Lady of Fatima Hospital, and Roger Williams Medical Center. He also serves on the Education Committee and participates in resident training at Roger Williams Medical Center.

David Ruggiero, DPM, FACFAS, joined Rhode Island Foot Care in October 2009, bringing with him nearly 10 years of extensive experience and a passion for providing patients with the best care possible to live an active life. He currently sees patients at the locations in East Providence and Johnston, Rhode Island.

Through his experience, Dr. Ruggiero has developed an expertise in diabetic foot care, limb loss management, generalized and specialized foot surgery, and systemic diseases affecting the foot. Committed to staying ahead of the foot care industry and keeping patients connected to and educated on their health and wellness, Dr. Ruggiero has developed his expertise in many ways. He previously served as a clinician for the wound center at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. He also acts as a resource to the community and served as past President of the Rhode Island Podiatric Medical Association and co-chairman of the Podiatry Institute Seminar of Newport, Rhode Island. 

In addition to his primary private practice in East Providence, Dr. Ruggiero continues site visits in Johnston and North Providence, as well as surgical practice at Miriam Hospital and The Southern New England Surgery Center in Attleboro, Massachusetts. 

A native Rhode Islander, Dr. Ruggiero was born in Providence and received his bachelor’s degree in biology at Providence College. Afterward, he earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine at Temple University in Philadelphia. His residency was completed at Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island, followed by a board certification by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and becoming a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. 

Dr. Ruggiero’s first practice led him to Florida’s St. Augustine community, where he worked for two years building relationships and specializations in an effort to keep his patients doing what they loved. A Rhode Islander at heart, he returned to his roots, where he now works alongside his practice partners in East Providence to continue evolving the latest and most effective ways to diagnose and treat patients.

Podiatrist Lawrence Cobrin, DPM, is one of the founding partners and first president of Rhode Island Foot Care. Specializing in all aspects of foot and ankle care, he has been in private practice for 30 years and is proud to provide personalized care to patients at the practice’s locations in Warren, East Providence, Riverside, & Central Falls, Rhode Island.

He is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.

Dr. Cobrin was the assistant residency director assisting his partner, Dr. Michael Battery, at the former Cranston General Hospital and Roger Williams Medical Center until 1996. He is currently a clinical instructor with the program.

Dr. Cobrin was also Providence VA Medical Center’s first surgical chief podiatrist from 1985-1991. He was recruited by the Brown University School of Medicine’s chief of orthopedics to teach their residents foot surgery and served as a clinical instructor in orthopedics.

Douglas Glod, DPM, FACFAS, has been in private practice for over 30 years, specializing in all aspects of foot and ankle care. Certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery in both foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery, he serves patients at Rhode Island Foot Care’s offices in Pawtucket and East Providence, Rhode Island. 

Dr. Glod has lectured both nationally and internationally on various foot and ankle pathologies, authored several papers, and was also a co-investigator with a cooperative interdisciplinary podiatric geriatrics program at Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island. In addition, he is the Residency Director of the Podiatric Medical and Surgical Resident Program with reconstructive rearfoot and ankle at Kent Hospital. 

Over the past 30 years, Dr. Glod has further specialized in complex reconstructive foot and ankle surgery in addition to working with limb salvage in diabetic and high-risk patient populations. Using technologies like ringed external fixation, total ankle implants, and the latest in technology with internal fixation and ortho-biologics, he has been able to pioneer techniques in limb salvage that few in Rhode Island or in the New England area have ventured. 

Dr. Glod previously served as the Chief of Podiatry, Director of Podiatric Residency, and Chair of Credentials Committee at Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island, as well as a clinical assistant professor at Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. He is currently the Director of Podiatric Residency at Kent Hospital.

He holds hospital affiliations with Kent Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital, Roger Williams Medical Center, Landmark Medical Center, Our Lady of Fatima Hospital, and Saint Anne’s Hospital.

Dr. Glod is a member of the American Diabetes Association, American Podiatric Medical Association, and Rhode Island Podiatric Medical 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.

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.

Podiatrist Lawrence Cobrin, DPM, is one of the founding partners and first president of Rhode Island Foot Care. Specializing in all aspects of foot and ankle care, he has been in private practice for 30 years and is proud to provide personalized care to patients at the practice’s locations in Warren, East Providence, Riverside, & Central Falls, Rhode Island.

He is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.

Dr. Cobrin was the assistant residency director assisting his partner, Dr. Michael Battery, at the former Cranston General Hospital and Roger Williams Medical Center until 1996. He is currently a clinical instructor with the program.

Dr. Cobrin was also Providence VA Medical Center’s first surgical chief podiatrist from 1985-1991. He was recruited by the Brown University School of Medicine’s chief of orthopedics to teach their residents foot surgery and served as a clinical instructor in orthopedics.

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.

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.

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.

Welcome to Prime Foot and Ankle Care, LLC located in Lowell, MA. Dr. Paul Georges was born in the state of Massachusetts. After high school, He attended Worcester State University where he earned his Bachelor’s of Science degree in Chemistry.  Following his undergraduate degree, Dr. Georges earned his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, he then completed a three-year Podiatric Medical and Surgical Residency at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY, where he received extensive training in foot and ankle surgery, sports medicine, pediatric foot care, diabetic wound care and limb salvage.

Dr. Georges is committed to providing high-quality podiatric care to patients of all ages in Lowell and its neighboring communities, including Chelmsford, Dracut, Tewksbury, Westford, Billerica, and Tyngsboro.

At Prime Foot and Ankle Care, Dr. Georges specializes in foot surgery as well as management and treatment of different conditions affecting the feet and ankles, including Bunions, Hammertoes, Diabetic Foot Care, Diseases of the Nails and Skin, Geriatric Foot Care, Heel Pain, Sports Injuries, Ingrown Toenails, Flatfeet, and Pediatric Foot Care.

Dr. Georges has assumed Dr. John Clarity’s practice after his retirement in 2017. Dr. Clarity had provided outstanding care for over 37 years to patients in the Lowell area and its surrounding communities. At Prime Foot and Ankle Care, our goal is to continue providing outstanding and compassionate podiatric care to our patients and their family members in a comfortable and friendly setting.

As a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association as well as the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and many other podiatric organizations, Dr. Georges is dedicated to staying updated with the latest in Foot and Ankle Care. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends. He also enjoys Skiing, fishing and traveling.

About The Practice

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.

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.

About The Practice

Premier Foot and Ankle Center & Elite Upper Extremity and Plastic Surgery, with offices in Worcester, Webster, Whitinsville, 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.

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, Whitinsville, 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.

About The Practice

Premier Foot and Ankle Center & Elite Upper Extremity and Plastic Surgery, with offices in Worcester, Webster, Whitinsville, 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.

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, Whitinsville, 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.