OUR DOCTORS
Dr. Donald R. Powell, DPM, FACFAS
Education
Residency: 2008 to 2011, PM&S, Podiatric Surgical Residency; Chief Resident, DeKalb Medical in Decatur, GA; and Eastside Medical Center in Snellville, GA
Podiatry School: Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, 2004 to 2008
Undergraduate: Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA, 1999 to 2004
Offices
Affiliations
- Diplomat, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
- Member, Georgia Podiatric Medical Association
- Licensed, Georgia State Board of Podiatry
- Faculty, The Podiatry Institute, Decatur, GA
- Member, American Podiatric Medical Association
- Committee Member, Emory Dekalb Medical Podiatric Residency Program
Hospital Affiliations
- International Center for Foot & Ankle Surgery
- Piedmont Atlanta
- Emory Midtown
- Dekalb Medical
Dr. Donald R. Powell is originally from southeastern Georgia, where he grew up in the Savannah area. He received his undergraduate degree in Biology from Georgia Southern University and his doctorate from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. From there, he completed his residency at Dekalb Medical (Now, Emory Decatur), in Decatur, Georgia. While in Atlanta, he received extensive training in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery and diabetic limb salvage. Dr. Powell has previously served as the Director of Podiatric Medical Education at Dekalb Medical and is currently a member of the teaching and research faculty at The Podiatry Institute, an internationally recognized teaching foundation for reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. He is an author and co-author in numerous editions of the Podiatry Institute’s annual “Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgery Update” as well as a contributing author to the new edition of McGlamry’s Comprehensive Foot & Ankle textbook. In addition to his numerous publications, Dr. Powell has also contributed as a member with Healing the Children, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the treatment of children in El Salvador and other developing countries. Dr. Powell has participated in multiple triathlons, races, and obstacle courses. He has a personal interest in many of the injuries that can be associated with marathon runners and athletes. Dr. Powell is currently on staff at many of the local hospitals and sees patients in three locations; Decatur, Piedmont/Buckhead and at Emory Midtown. He is licensed in Georgia and is in good standing with the American Podiatric Medical Association. His current hospital affiliations are Piedmont Atlanta, Emory Decatur and Emory Midtown.
Professional Statement
“My intention with every visit is to establish a level of comfort, candor and transparency. When you are in my office, my goal is to help you understand your condition and to develop a simple and effective treatment plan. I will ensure you receive the same quality of care as one of my own family members, which is something I strive to do everyday.”
Dr. Powell’s Reviews
“My doctor retired & I’m seeing Dr. Powell for 1st time. He is great explaining issues since I’m diabetic.”
Piedmont Patient
“The Doctor really gave you good care along with his assistant. Nice people.”
Piedmont Patient
“I have recommended Dr. Powell and staff to others. My need for _____ has been minor, so far. My hope is for comparable attention and skill to be evident if surgery is ever done.
Piedmont Patient
