Jose M. Gonzalez, DPM

About Dr. Gonzalez

Dr. Jose Gonzalez is a fellowship-trained podiatric surgeon specializing in the treatment of the foot and ankle. He earned his undergraduate degree from University of Texas at El Paso, and his medical degree from Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine in Independence, OH. He then completed his surgical residency at Dekalb Medical Center in Atlanta, GA, and continued on with a fellowship at Village Podiatry Group in Atlanta, GA.

Professional Statement

“As your physician my goals are to offer you the best possible care; to craft and tailor the treatment plan to meet your needs. I will support you in your journey towards recovery. In addition to being a surgical physician, I plan to implement conservative care to help alleviate your ailments; this combination of care I believe to be the most effective, but also what distinguishes a great physician from a good physician. I am incredibly grateful for each and everyone one of my patients for choosing to trust me with their treatment and care.”

Education

  • Undergraduate Degree: The University of Texas at El Paso, Bachelor of Science, Microbiology- El Paso, TX
  • Medical School: Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine, Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine, Independence, OH
  • Residency: Surgical Residency in Ankle and Foot, Dekalb Medical Center

Professional Affiliations

  • Associate, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
  • Faculty Member, The Podiatry Institute
  • Member, American Podiatric Medical Association
  • Member, Georgia Podiatric Medical Association

Professional Interests

  • Pediatric Ankle and Foot Treatment and Surgery
  • Sports Medicine and Tendon Injuries
  • Reconstructive Ankle and Foot Surgery
  • Ankle and Foot Fractures and Trauma
  • Bunion and Hammertoe Correction
  • Ingrown Toenail Treatment

Hospital Affiliations

  • Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
  • Emory Decatur Hospital
  • Windy Hill Surgery Center

Offices

Publications

  • Journal of Wound Care Oct. 2017
    “Use of cryopreserved umbilical cord with negative pressure wound therapy for complex diabetic ulcers with osteomyelitis”
  • Update Chapter for the Podiatry Institute Fall 2015-2017
    “Munchausen Syndrome” “Peroneal Tendon Pathology and Repair Techniques” “Bedside Fasciotomy for Treatment of Compartment Syndrome”
  • Use of K-wire as an Axis Guide for Evan’s Calcaneal Osteotomy” Fall 2016