Dr. Frazier Ben Todd Sr., DPM

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Get to know Podiatrist Dr. Frazier Ben Todd Sr., who serves patients in Atlanta, Georgia. 

Recognized as an outstanding and skilled podiatrist, Dr. Todd Sr.’s areas of expertise cover advanced comprehensive surgical and non-surgical treatment of foot and ankle conditions and disorders. He diagnoses and treats patients at Southside Medical Center in Atlanta, Georgia.

Southside Medical Center is a leader in organizing, providing, and supporting affordable health care and related services to the public through diversified business activities. It has been nationally recognized by the National Association of Community Health Centers for having one of the best primary health care delivery systems for the medically underserved in the country. Southside Medical Center has centers throughout Metro Atlanta in Norcross, East Point, Riverdale, Hampton and Forest Park. It is committed to providing exceptional primary health care and related services to the medically underserved of Metropolitan Atlanta.

In addition, Dr. Todd Sr. is the Founder and Pastor of the Church of Hope Ministries, which started as a bible study group in 1985 in his home and included his immediate family.

Pertaining to his educational background, Dr. Todd Sr. earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree from the California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University in 1972. He subsequently completed a number of advanced training courses throughout his career in addition to his podiatric residency. 

The doctor remains at the forefront of his challenging specialty via memberships and affiliations with prestigious professional societies and associations, including the Georgia Podiatric Medical Association, the American Medical Association, and the Georgia State Medical Association. 

Podiatry is a branch of medicine devoted to the study, diagnosis, and medical and surgical treatment of a variety of disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower extremity. A podiatrist, also known as a podiatric physician or a foot and ankle surgeon, is a medical professional devoted to the treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower extremity. They can treat injuries and complications from ongoing health issues like diabetes. 

On a more personal note, Dr. Todd Sr. dedicates his spare time to his church. 

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