rose james, DPM
Dr. Rose James, DPM, is a highly skilled podiatric physician, double board certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS) and the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM). Her surgical expertise is in reconstructive foot surgery, acute trauma including surgical fracture care, complex wound management, limb salvage, inpatient care and emergency surgeries of the foot and ankle. Dr. James is also a proponent for non-surgical treatments, providing patients a less invasive, minimal risk option.
An Atlanta native, Dr. James completed her undergraduate studies at the prestigious Georgia Institute of Technology, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology. As an IMPACT scholar at Georgia Tech, she demonstrated her dedication to community service by founding the largest healthcare volunteer organization on campus, reflecting her lifelong commitment to helping others.
Inspired by her volunteer work at Grady Memorial Hospital, Dr. James pursued a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from the Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago, IL, where she was honored as a Scholl Merit Scholar. Following graduation, she returned to Atlanta to complete an intensive three-year surgical training residency at the Atlanta VA Medical Center, also specializing in reconstructive rearfoot surgery. During her residency, she completed a mini-fellowship in dermatopathology with BAKO Diagnostics in Alpharetta, GA. She refined her skills through surgical rotations at prominent podiatric surgery centers across Atlanta.
Dr. James is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS), an Associate Member of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), and an Associate Member of the Georgia Podiatric Medical Association (GPMA). She is currently on staff at Piedmont Fayette Hospital and Piedmont Henry Hospital and serves as a clinical partner at Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital. In her commitment to staying at the forefront of podiatric medicine, Dr. James consistently exceeds the required Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits each year, ensuring she remains well-informed about the latest research and advancements in her field.
Outside of her professional endeavors, Dr. James enjoys cooking new recipes, baking, discovering new walking trails in Georgia, and playing card games with her husband.
Dr. James is dedicated to delivering effective, personalized solutions for foot and ankle issues. Whether you are dealing with a complex foot problem or seeking preventative care, Dr. Rose James offers expert guidance, innovative treatments, and compassionate care to help you achieve optimal foot health. American Foot & Leg Specialists have offices to serve the south metro Atlanta and surrounding cities, as well as south of Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport including Palmetto, Morrow, Riverdale, and Peachtree City
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