Staff
All our professionals at Marietta Podiatry Group maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in podiatry.
The staff of MPG is composed of RN's, LPN's, ORT's and Medical Assistants that have received specialized training in podiatric medicine and surgery. . Our Staff works diligently to ensure that our patients receive the highest level of podiatric care available. Our Physical Therapy Center has highly qualified Physical Therapists on hand to provide PT when needed.
Matthew A. Ward, D.P.M.
Marietta, GA Podiatrist
Marietta Podiatry Group
Residency Training
Foot & Ankle Surgical Residency (PMSR/RRA) - Miami, Florida - July 2015 - June 2018
Affiliated with Barry University Foot and Ankle Institute, JNMC Campus
Director: Dr. Mario Cala
Education:
College:
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Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine - Miami, Florida - August 2011 - May 2015
- Doctor of Podiatric Medicine
- Research: "A Combined Treatment Modality for Plantar Fasciitis: PRP Administration with Concomitant "Needling" of the Aponeurosis."
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*Honors*
- Outstanding Biomechanics/Orthopedics Award - (2015)
- Podiatric Scholastic Merit Scholarship - (2011-2015)
- Dean's List - (2011-2015)
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Kennesaw State University - Kennesaw, Georgia - May 2010
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Bachelor of Science
- Biology
- AED Pre-Medical Honor Society
- DEI Academic Honor Society
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Bachelor of Science
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University of Georgia - Athens, Georgia
- AED Pre-Medical Honor Society
American Podiatric Medical Licensing Examinations
- American Podiatric Medical Licensing Exam; Part 1- PASSED - July 10, 2013
- American Podiatric Medical Licensing Exam; CSPE - PASSED - August 19, 2014
- American Podiatric Medical Licensing Exam; Part 2 - PASSED - January 6, 2015
- American Podiatric Medical Licensing Exam; Part 3 - PASSED - December 7, 2016
American Board of Foot And Ankle Surgeons
- American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgeons; Board Certified - April 2024
Publications
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To be published:
- Ward, M., Lewis, G. Howard, D. "Achilles Tendon Repair Using An Aponeurotic Free Graft; A Case Study"
- Ward, M., Cala, M. "The Use of External Fixation for Distal Tibial Fractures"
Professional Outreach
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Chief Resident of Yucatan Crippled Children's Project - February 2017
- 501c(3) non-profit medical and surgical mission group
- Providing medical need to underprivileged communities globally
International Medical/Surgical Experience
- Merida, Mexico - February 2016
- Merida Mexico - April 2017
Licensure
- Podiatric Physician, Georgia License: POD001353
Memberships
- American Podiatric Medical Association
- American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons
- Georgia Podiatric Medical Association
- American Diabetes Association