J. Adrian Wright, DPM, MS
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)
577 Chestnut Ridge Rd. Suite 9 Woodcliff Lake NJ, 07677About
Dr. James Wright is a podiatrist practicing in Woodcliff Lake, NJ. Dr. Wright is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Wright diagnoses and treats conditions of the feet. The feet are key body parts that give a person stability, absorb shock, allow for walking and standing and are necessary for overall well-being. So, the feet need expert care. Podiatrists can specialize in surgery, wound care, sports medicine, diabetic care and pediatrics.
Education and Training
New York College of Podiatric Medicine Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine 2015
Harvard University Master’s of Arts in Biology 2011
Lynchburg College Bachelor of Sciences, Biomedical Science 2008
Board Certification
American Board of Podiatric Medicine
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Attending Physician Pascack Valley Hospital 2018 - Present
- Chief Resident Lenox Hill Hospital 2017 - 2018
Areas of research
-The Roster Review as an efficacious means of increasing screening outcomes in patients with cardiovascular disease and/or diabetes mellitus type I and type II: A prospective multi-center clinical trial. Published by and on reserve at Harvard University - Electronic access available through Widener Library.
-Manual to Effective Population Management. Published for corporate use by Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates - Atrius Health 2011.
-Methylglyoxl and osteoprotegerin down-regulation in patients with uncontrolled diabetes mellitus: A possible microvascular therapeutic approach. PMR 2013; 21: 29-34.
-The efficacy of subtalar joint arthroereisis in the treatment of pes planovalgus in adult and pediatric patients. PMR 2014; 22: 76-84.
-Quantification and reduction of shear force in diabetic patients as a preventative measure of ulcerations in the lower extremity. PMR 2015; 23: 114-121.
-Multiple open dislocations of the lesser interphalangeal joints: A case report. J Am Podiatr Med Assoc 2017; 107(1): 95-98
-Atypical vascularity within a schwannoma: A case study. J Am Podiatr Med Assoc 2018; 108(5):430-433.
-Pediatric delayed union in the presence of WAGR syndrome. J Am Podiatr Med Assoc 2021; 11(3).
-Dermal discoloration secondary to triamcinolone acetonide injection observed in patients with autoimmune disorders. J Am Podiatr Med Assoc. Accepted for publication. Date / Issue Pending
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