Dr. Christopher R. Payette DPM, PT
Smithfield,RI
Summary
Experienced podiatrist with expertise in managing complex foot conditions. Proficient in surgical interventions, wound care, and patient education to enhance recovery and implement preventive care strategies. Dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare solutions that improve patient outcomes.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Podiatrist
OrthosportsFootCare & Surgery
Putnam, CT
05.2000 - Current
- Diagnosed foot and ankle conditions through comprehensive patient assessments.
- Performed surgical procedures to correct foot deformities and injuries.
- Educated patients on preventive care and foot hygiene to promote overall foot health.
- Managed administrative duties related to patient records management and billing processes.
- Provided diagnostic services such as x-rays and ultrasounds to identify foot problems.
- Evaluated footwear options available in order to provide recommendations that best suit individual needs.
- Administered wound care treatments with dressings, bandages, and topical medications to support effective healing.
- Fitted orthotic devices, including shoe inserts and braces, to alleviate pain and enhance foot or ankle function.
- Prescribed medications for patients with infections or other medical conditions affecting the feet.
Podiatrist
Westview Health Care
Dayville, Connecticut
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments to accurately diagnose foot and ankle conditions, ensuring effective treatment plans.
- Delivered high-quality general foot care, contributing to improved patient comfort and overall well-being.
Podiatrist
Dr. Ramiro Manzano DPM
Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts
06.1997 - 05.2001
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to diagnose foot and ankle conditions.
- Delivered general footcare services across multiple skilled nursing facilities in MA and NH.
Podiatrist
Eastern CT Foot Specialists
Norwich, Connecticut
09.1996 - 06.1998
- Performed surgical procedures on feet and ankles to correct deformities and treat conditions such as bunions, hammertoes, ingrown toenails, corns, calluses, warts, heel spurs, and neuromas.
- Developed personalized treatment plans addressing diverse patient needs and conditions.
- Provided foot evaluations and general care across three office locations and multiple skilled nursing facilities in CT.
Education
DPM - Podiatric Surgical Residency
Loyola University of Chicago
Chicago, IL06-1996
DPM - Podiatric Medicine & Surgery
William Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine
Chicago, IL05-1994
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Northeastern University
Boston, MA05-1987
Skills
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Surgical procedures
- Wound management
- Diabetic foot care
- Geriatric foot care
- Neuropathy treatment
- Sports injury treatment
- Corns and calluses removal
- Ingrown toenail treatment
- Orthotic fitting
- Footwear advice
- Patient education
- Record management
- Medical billing
- Problem-solving aptitude
Certification
Podiatry License, State of Ct, issued 1996-Present
Timeline
Podiatrist
Westview Health Care
01.2017 - 01.2020
Podiatrist
OrthosportsFootCare & Surgery
05.2000 - Current
Podiatrist
Dr. Ramiro Manzano DPM
06.1997 - 05.2001
Podiatrist
Eastern CT Foot Specialists
09.1996 - 06.1998
DPM - Podiatric Surgical Residency
Loyola University of Chicago
DPM - Podiatric Medicine & Surgery
William Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Northeastern University