The Doctors and Professional Staff at the Ankle and Foot Centers of Georgia strive to stay abreast of the latest and most state of the art concepts in ankle and foot care.  They maintain the highest levels of certification and accreditation and complete numerous hours of ongoing education each year.

Joseph D. Giovinco, DPM, FACFAS
Gregory Alvarez, DPM, FACFAS
W. Kevin Pearson, DPM, FACFAS
Nick M. Gabbay, DPM, FACFAS
Ketan B. Patel, DPM, FACFAS
Michael F. Dombek, DPM, FACFAS
Robert B. Weinstein, DPM
Gordon W. Patton, DPM, FACFAS
Scott R. Roman, DPM
Brian Lane, C. Ped
Christopher R.D. Menke, DPM

 

 

Joseph D. Giovinco, DPM, FACFAS
Education

  1. Undergraduate:  New York University, New York, New York
  2. Medical School:  New York College of Podiatric Medicine, New York, New York
  3. Residency:  Baptist Medical Center, New York, New York

Affiliations

  1. American Podiatric Medical Association
  2. Georgia Podiatric Medical Association
  3. Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
  4. Fellow, American College of Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary Medicine
  5. Medical Director, Ankle and Foot Healthcare Alliance

Hospital Affiliations

  1. Henry Medical Center, Stockbridge, Georgia
  2. Newnan West Hospital, Newnan, Georgia
  3. International Center for Foot and Ankle Surgery

Dr. Giovinco founded the Ankle and Foot Centers of Georgia in 1982 and opened his first office in Peachtree City where he now resides with his wife Cindy and their six children.  He is involved in his local community and coaches a recreational youth basketball league.

“Since the inception of the Ankle and Foot Centers of Georgia over 25 years ago, I have always strived to make this practice family oriented.  We have always tried to add doctors to our practice that compliment us both on a personal level but also academically.  We strive to bring in the best surgically trained podiatrists with impeccable beside manner.”

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Gregory Alvarez, DPM, FACFAS
Education

  1. Undergraduate:  Canisius College, Buffalo, New York
  2. Medical School:  Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio
  3. Residency:  Atlanta Hospital, Atlanta, Georgia

Affiliations

  1. American Podiatric Medical Association
  2. Georgia Podiatric Medical Association
  3. Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
  4. Fellow, American College of Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary Medicine
  5. Medical Director, Ankle and Foot Healthcare Alliance
  6. Founding Board Member, Fayette Care Clinic

Hospital Affiliations

  1. Henry Medical Center, Stockbridge, GA
  2. Newnan West Hospital, Newnan, GA
  3. Southern Regional Medical Center
  4. International Center for Foot and Ankle Surgery

“ My goal has always been to make my patients feel comfortable that they have come to the right place.  They know immediately that I am going to do everything in my power to get them well, as quickly as possible, and in the most pain free manner possible.  By listening , thoroughly explaining, and being gentle and compassionate, I have been able to develop relationships with my patients that make them very comfortable with my care.”

Dr. Alvarez has been married to his beautiful wife Lori.  They have two handsome sons, Grant and Alex.  In his spare time he enjoys spending time with his family, attending his sons many sporting activities, and getting away to the beach for sport and fun.

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W. Kevin Pearson, DPM, FACFAS
Education

  1. Undergraduate:  University of Georgia, Athens Georgia
  2. Medical School:  Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine, Miami Shores, Florida
  3. Residency:  Atlanta Hospital, Atlanta, Georgia

Affiliations

  1. American Podiatric Medical Association
  2. Georgia Podiatric Medical Association
  3. Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
  4. Fellow, American College of Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

  1. Henry Medical Center, Stockbridge, Georgia
  2. Rockdale Medical Center, Conyers, Georgia
  3. Mount Zion Surgery Center, Morrow, Georgia
  4. International Center for Foot and Ankle Surgery

“I have built my practice on the referrals of patients and primary care doctors.  My goal is to treat everyone in such a matter that they are enthustiastic about referring to me their patients, friends and family members.  It is my goal to make the patient’s visit educational, helpful, and enjoyable – as possible.”

Dr. Pearson resides in McDonough, Georgia with his beautiful wife Heather and their two daughters Kelsie and Haley.  He is actively involved in his church and community.  In his free time he enjoys basketball, golf and enjoying outdoor activities with his family.

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Nick M. Gabbay, DPM, FACFAS
Education

  1. Undergraduate:  Rowan College of New Jersey, Glasboro, New Jersey
  2. Medical School:  Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  3. Residency:  Emory Northlake Regional Medical Center, Tucker, Georgia

Affiliations

  1. American Podiatric Medical Association
  2. Georgia Podiatric Medical Association
  3. Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
  4. Faculty Member, The Podiatry Institute

Hospital Affiliations

  1. Henry Medical Center, Stockbridge, GA
  2. Rockdale Medical Center, Conyers, Georgia
  3. Mount Zion Surgery Center, Morrow, Georgia
  4. International Center for Foot and Ankle Surgery
  5. Dekalb Medical Center, Decatur, Georgia

“I consider it a personal honor to be able to treat my patients.  My patients are like a family to me and I strive to offer them the same concern and care I would give to my own family members.  We focus on extending to each of our patients a personal touch.”

Dr. Gabbay resides in the Dunwoody with his wife and two children.  He is actively involved in his community as well as the local residency program.  In his spare time he enjoys basketball and spending time with his family.

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Ketan B. Patel, DPM, FACFAS
Education

  1. Undergraduate:  University of Georgia, Athens Georgia
  2. Medical School:  Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio
  3. Residency:  Bon Secours Hospital. Baltimore, Maryland

Affiliations

  1. American Podiatric Medical Association
  2. Georgia Podiatric Medical Association
  3. Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons

Hospital Affiliations

  1. Henry Medical Center, Stockbridge, Georgia
  2. Rockdale Medical Center, Conyers, Georgia
  3. International Center for Foot and Ankle Surgery 

“As your doctor I am committed to treating my patients with the highest standard of care.  I am dedicated to extending them the professional, expert, quality of care that they expect.  In doing so I hope to deliver it in a compassionate, caring, friendly bedside manner that they deserve.” 
 
Dr. Patel is an Atlanta native and a alumnus of Clarkston High School in Dekalb County and the University of Georgia. He currently resides with his wife and children in Marietta and is very active in the community constantly volunteering his time for charitable causes and providing healthcare service for the needy.  In his free time he enjoys spending it with his family and friends and following his favorite local sports teams.

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Micheal Dombek, DPM, FACFAS
Education

  1. Undergraduate:  James Madison University, Harrisonburg, Virginia
  2. Medical School:  Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, Chicago, Illinois
  3. Residency:  The Western Pennsylvania Hospital, Pittsburg, Pennsylvania

Affiliations

  1. American Podiatric Medical Association
  2. Georgia Podiatric Medical Association
  3. Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons

Hospital Affiliations

  1. Fayette Community Hospital, Fayetteville, Georgia
  2. Newnan West Hospital, Newnan, GA
  3. International Center for Foot and Ankle Surgery

Dr. Dombek lives in Newnan, GA with his lovely wife Jessica and their two boys.  In his free time he enjoys ice hockey, fishing, and running.  He also enjoys playing soccer and swimming with his wife and children.

“I pride myself in my friendly bedside manner and down-to-earth approach.  I treat everyone with respect and I am dedicated to you, your family and friend's foot and ankle health care needs.”

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Robert Weinstein, DPM
Education

  1. Undergraduate:  University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
  2. Medical School:  Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio
  3. Residency:  Emory Northlake Regional Medical Center, Tucker, Georgia

Affiliations

  1. American Podiatric Medical Association
  2. Georgia Podiatric Medical Association
  3. Associate, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
  4. Faculty Member, The Podiatry Institute
  5. President, Osteon, Inc., Surgical Instrument Design and Development, Atlanta, Georgia

Hospital Affiliations

  1. Henry Medical Center, Stockbridge, GA
  2. Rockdale Medical Center, Conyers, Georgia
  3. Southern Regional Medical Center
  4. International Center for Foot and Ankle Surgery

Dr. Weinstein lives in Atlanta, Georgia where he is actively involved in medical research and design.  He currently holds three medical patents and has a few other products and devices in the research and development stage. 

"I strive to treat every patient as if they were a family member, with compassion and respect, and with a level of personalized service that is unparalleled."

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Scott R. Roman, DPM
Education

  1. Undergraduate:  Kent State University, Kent, Ohio
  2. Medical School:  Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio
  3. Residency:  Emory Northlake Regional Medical Center, Tucker, Georgia

Affiliations

  1. American Podiatric Medical Association
  2. Georgia Podiatric Medical Association
  3. Associate, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons

Hospital Affiliations

  1. Henry Medical Center, Stockbridge, Georgia
  2. Rockdale Medical Center, Conyers, Georgia
  3. Dekalb Medical Center, Decatur, Georgia
  4. International Center for Foot and Ankle Surgery

Dr. Roman resides in the McDonough area with his wife and two sons.  He is actively involved in the local residency training program.  In his spare time he enjoys playing golf and outings with family and friends.

“Attention to details.  That is what I believe makes the patient’s visit to our practice both beneficial and rewarding.  I encourage our staff to treat every patient as if they are the only one we see.  Focusing on the small things really makes our care stand out.”

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Gordon Patton, DPM
Education

  1. Undergraduate:  Georgia State University, Atlanta, Georgia
  2. Graduate School:  Mercer University School of Pharmacy, Macon, Georgia
  3. Medical School:  Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio
  4. Residency:  Emory Northlake Regional Medical Center, Tucker, Georgia

Affiliations

  1. American Podiatric Medical Association
  2. Georgia Podiatric Medical Association
  3. Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons

Hospital Affiliations

  1. Henry Medical Center, Stockbridge, Georgia
  2. International Center for Foot and Ankle Surgery

“Throughout my years in the medical field, one truth continues to prevail in every situation – no patient considers their problem to be a minor problem, especially when it is interfering with their daily life and activities.  For this reason, I try to treat every patient on a personal, professional and compassionate level and assure them that we understand what they are dealing with and that we can help.”

Dr. Patton resides in Fayetteville with his wife where he enjoys skeet shooting, both competitively and for fun.  He is a one time World Champion having hit 549 out of 550 targets.

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Brian Lane, C. Ped.
Education

  1. Undergraduate:  Ball State University, , Muncie, Indiana
  2. Oklahoma State Pedorthic Certifying Course

Affiliations

  1. American Board for Orthotic and Prosthetic Certification
  2. Pedorthic Footwear Association

“My patients are faced with the day-to-day reality that they are at a high risk of lower extremity amputation due to their diabetes and the associated complications.  I am fortunate to be able to provide a service that is making strives at reducing the number of unnecessary amputations every year – one patient at a time.”

Brian resides in Hampton with his wife Jennifer and their three children.  He is actively involved in his local church.  In his spare time he enjoys playing basketball and outdoor activities with his wife and children.

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Christopher R.D. Menke, DPM

Education

  1. Undergraduate:
    Ohio Wesleyan University, Delaware, Ohio
  2. Medical School:
    Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  3. Residency:
    Northlake Medical Center, Tucker Georgia
  4. DeKalb Medical, Decatur, Georgia (Chief Resident)

Affiliations

  1. Member, The Podiatry Institute
  2. American Podiatric Medical Association
  3. Georgia Podiatric Medical Association
  4. International Institute for Foot and Ankle Surgery, El Salvador
  5. American Board of Podiatric Surgery
    o Board Qualified Foot Surgery
    o Board Qualified Ankle Reconstruction

Hospital Affiliations

  1. DeKalb Medical, Decatur, Georgia
  2. Piedmont Hospital, Atlanta, Georgia
  3. International Center for Foot and Ankle Surgery

The practice of medicine is an art comprised of not only science but also of honesty, compassion, and understanding between the doctor and the patient. Attention to detail is of the up most importance and I pledge to perform to the best of my ability and judgment as I treat every patient as if they were a family member of my own.”

Dr. Menke currently resides in the Snellville area with his wife Margo, recent newlyweds. He is actively involved in the local residency-training program at Dekalb Medical, where he spent his three years of residency training in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. Outside of work he and his wife enjoy entertaining family and friends, watching movies, and spending time outdoors.

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