
Gregg Williams
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist) | Foot & Ankle Surgery
7311 Downman Road New Orleans LA, 70126About
Dr. Gregg J. Williams is a Foot & Ankle Specialist who has practiced podiatry for over 20 years in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Williams specializes in diagnosing, monitoring, and surgically treating some of the most complicated wounds in the lower extremity. Dr. Williams performs numerous limb salvage procedures in diabetic and ischemic wounds. He is intricately involved in treating and understanding how the circulatory and neurovascular systems are involved in getting the majority of the lower extremity wounds to heal. Many patients with wounds suffer from not only diabetes but hypertension, end-stage renal disease, and peripheral vascular disease. Dr. Williams has been committed to understanding the full scope of what causes a wound to appear and how to treat it to heal the wound. Dr. Williams also practices in performing elective, emergent, and limb salvage procedures to make sure that all limbs are saved to lead to a healthy productive life.
Education and Training
New York College of Podiatry 1997 1997
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Bone Infection: (Osteomyelitis) A Path That a Diabetic Patient Does Not Want to Travel
Osteomyelitis is a bone infection that is caused when a bacteria or fungi invades the bone. Most of the time when osteomyelitis occurs, the ulcer or infection has been there for a long period of time. It starts with an open wound on the foot that has been either neglected or not treated. The foot...
Diabetic Foot Ulcers: Early Treatments Are The Ways To Preventing Amputations
Diabetic ulcers are one of the most complex medical issues that are facing our population today. Nearly 16% of patients with diabetes will suffer from a diabetic foot ulcer. Of that group, approximately 15%- 25% will require an amputation (accounting for 86% of all diabetes-related amputations)....
How do I know if my fracture is healing?
You will need to have a series of x rays done for at least 6- 8 weeks to see if the fracture has healed READ MORE
How long does it take to recover from big toe surgery?
It depends on the surgery and if you have hardware such as screws, plates, Kwire, etc. It make take a little longer to recover. READ MORE
Toenail surgery?
After toe nail surgery, there should be a soaking regiment done. The dressing should be changed every day up to 3 days unless there is no excessive drainage. You should soak for a week and allow the toe to breathe. READ MORE
Foot pain?
It can be a couple of things such as plantar fasciitis or a circulation issues. I would consult a medical professional to do X-rays and Doppler and nerve testing. READ MORE
Can you walk after toenail removal?
Yes, usually right after the surgery. It may take three days before you wear a shoe. READ MORE
Sprained ankle?
Go to a medical professional. It can be anything from an abnormal growth or a mass. READ MORE
Does a podiatrist take care of foot deformities?
Yes: You will go in for an examination and possibly get an X-ray READ MORE
What is ankle/foot orthosis used for?
They are used to give stability in the arch and take pressure off the forefoot and rear foot. Gives more stability on the lower extremity supporting the upper extremity READ MORE
Working an 8-hour shift with wet feet?
You should consult a medical professional. The feet have been macerated due to the water. The redness can indicate an infection. READ MORE
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