Ep. 166 - Mitzi Williams, DPM, FACFAS, ACFAS, Pediatrics/Pioneer

Dr. Mitzi Williams is a pediatric foot and lower extremity surgeon who specializes in congenital deformities. Dr. Williams directs the Pediatric and Infant Foot Deformity Clinic at Kaiser Permanente in Oakland, California. She is an attending surgeon at the SF Bay Area Foot and Ankle Residency Program. She completed her undergraduate degree from the University of Arizona in veterinary science and chemistry. She went on to complete her podiatric medical degree at Rosalind Franklin University Schol College of Podiatric Medicine and then went on to complete her 3 yr surgical residency program with Scripps Mercy Podiatric Residency in San Diego.

Dr. Williams is greatly involved advancing treatment for children with Cerebral Palsy/ spasticity, Arthrogryposis, Spina Bifida and genetic conditions. Tune in as we discuss “all things podiatric medicine” including her creation of children's books to empower and educate children on musculoskeletal conditions.

Dr. Williams is internationally recognized for her expertise in treating pediatric foot and lower extremity deformities. She takes pride in treating children, teaching surgeons worldwide and advancing the field of pediatric foot and ankle surgery. She has extensive experience in treating clubfoot, vertical talus, metatarsus adductus, tarsal coalitions, pediatric flatfoot, neuromuscular conditions, pediatric trauma, and numerous other congenital foot conditions. Join us, as we dive into her story and listen as she talks about how a chance meeting with Dr. Igancio Ponseti helped shape her career.

Dr. Williams serves as a board member for the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Her scholarly work also includes numerous textbook chapters on various pediatric conditions, research publications as well as section editor for pediatrics, in the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery. We hope you enjoy this episode!

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