
Dr. Gregg J. Williams, DPM, MBA
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist) | Public Medicine
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 DPM 1997
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Dr. Gregg J. Williams, DPM, MBA's Expert Contributions
Painful big toe?
Go to a specialist and have an X-ray taken to make sure you have no fracture. READ MORE
Can you walk after ankle surgery?
No, it is best to not walk on the ankle after surgery to allow proper healing. READ MORE
Is a walking boot better than a cast?
In most cases, a cast is better to allow the fracture to heal better and faster. READ MORE
How do I know if my fracture is healing?
You will have to visit your medical professional on a regular basis and have a series of X-rays done to see if the bones are healing. READ MORE
When do pins come out after bunion surgery?
4-6 weeks READ MORE
Is it better to keep a burn moist or dry?
Dry: You do not want a burn moist or macerated. That leads to an infection. READ MORE
Tightness in the calf of legs?
You may want to go to a vascular physician to rule out a blood clot or circulation problems READ MORE
What is the recovery time for hammer toe surgery?
2-4 weeks READ MORE
Foot pain?
It could be plantar fasciitis or a heel spur. Go to a specialist and have your feet evaluated. READ MORE
What is the latest treatment for sports related foot pain?
Physical therapy and mostly rest. READ MORE
Does a podiatrist take care of foot deformities?
It depends on the foot deformity but yes READ MORE
How do you get rid of bone spurs in your heel?
It depends if the spur is plantar or posterior. Only surgery. READ MORE
Do podiatrists treat toenail fungus?
Yes we do. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Director of Podiatry Excelth Family Health Center 2020 - Present
- Board Member - PCAB New Orleans Police Department - 4th District 2021 - Present
Awards
- Top Continental Dr. 2021 Continental Who's Who
Professional Memberships
- National Podiatric Medical Association
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- United Negro College Fund
- American Diabetic Association
Areas of research
The Use of Skin Graft in Advancement of Wound Healing
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Nearby Providers
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- Dr. Maria Markiewicz D.P.M.2520 Harvard Ave Metairie LA 70001
- Gregg Williams7311 Downman Road New Orleans LA 70126
- Latif Nurudeen1521 N. Causeway Blvd New Orleans Louisiana 70001
- Dr. Chantal Buisson Lorio D.P.M.1514 Jefferson Highway New Orleans LA 70121
- William C Coleman DPM1514 Jefferson Hwy New Orleans LA 70121
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