Dr. Russell Samofal

Dr. Russell Samofal

Dr. Russell Samofal is a podiatrist specializing in foot and ankle treatment. He is board-certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine, ABPM.

Dr. Samofal attended the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, where he earned his doctorate degree in Podiatric Medicine, and was on the Dean’s List. He completed his residency in foot and ankle surgery at the Millcreek Community Hospital in Pennsylvania. He also graduated with a Masters of Medical Education degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Samofal received his Bachelor of Science degree from St. Francis College in New York where he graduated Summa Cum Laude in Biomedical Science.

Dr. Samofal particularly enjoys developing a personalized treatment plan to match the lifestyle of his patients. He takes the time to understand his patient’s symptoms and overall health goals to give correct diagnoses to ensure the continued well-being of his patients. He is particularly passionate about developing non-surgical solutions for his patients. Click here for a full list of podiatric conditions treated at the Podiatry Center of New Jersey by Dr. Samofal.

Dr. Dolan Chowdhury

Dr. Dolan Chowdhury

Dr. Dolan Chowdhury is an outstanding podiatric physician. Dr. Chowdhury is board-certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine, ABPM. He is also a Certified Wound Specialist Physician, CWSP.

Dr. Chowdhury received his doctorate degree in Podiatric Medicine from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, NYCPM, where he was on the Dean’s List. He completed his residency in foot and ankle surgery at the VA Hospital in Manhattan.

Dr. Farah Lakhram

Dr. Farah Lakhram

Dr. Farah Lakhram is a compassionate podiatrist who strives for the best treatment plan for each individual patient. She is board-certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine, ABPM.

She graduated summa cum laude from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania with a biology degree. She then completed her podiatric medicine degree at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine where she graduated cum laude.

She would then go on to complete her residency training at East Liverpool City Hospital, formerly part of Western Reserve Health Education, in Ohio. During her residency training, she learned extensive surgical and conservative treatments for a variety of foot and ankle pathologies.

Dr. Zakiyyah Y. Waters

Dr. Zakiyyah Y. Waters

Dr. Zakiyyah Y. Waters attended Rutgers University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology & Sports Studies (Kinesiology). She received her post-graduate medical education from The New York School of Podiatric Medicine. Her 3 year Medical and Surgical residency was completed at Bellevue Hospital, a level 1 trauma center. Here she was appointed Chief Resident in her 3rd year.

Dr. Waters is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM) and is an active member of the American Podiatric Medical Association as well as the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. She has extensive training in elective and non-elective foot & ankle surgeries in addition to participation in seminars, labs, and lectures regarding various foot & ankle pathology. Her areas of interest include diabetic wound care and limb salvage, surgical correction of the forefoot and rearfoot deformity, conservative treatment for gait abnormalities and congenital deformities via orthotic modifications. She also treats common dermatological pathology such as calluses, athlete’s foot, fungal nails, and ingrown toenails.

Her philosophical beliefs toward patient care center around cultural competency and compassion. She believes that having patients be active participants in their care plan while focusing on the specific needs of each patient can positively impact the effectiveness of outcomes.

Dr. Ashley Kim

Dr. Ashley Kim

Dr. Ashley Kim is an outstanding podiatric physician who specializes in treatment of the foot and ankle, and is known for her compassionate specialized care. She understands that everyone’s needs are different, and takes to the time to listen closely to each individual patient to develop treatment plans that are right for them. She is deeply passionate about delivering quality and comprehensive foot and ankle care.

Dr. Kim received her bachelor’s from New York University and earned her doctorate at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. Following her education, she completed a 3-year foot and ankle surgical residency program at the VA hospital in Manhattan.

Dr. Usman Akram

Dr. Usman Akram

Dr. Akram concentrates in conservative and surgical management of podiatric pathologies, diabetic foot, MSK ultrasound, regenerative medicine and outcome-based research. He is board-certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine, ABPM. Previously, Dr. Akram served as a staff Podiatric Surgeon at Massachusetts General Hospital, the most prominent Harvard Medical School affiliate and World’s #1 Research Hospital.

Dr. Akram received his Bachelor of Science in Biology from University of Wisconsin Madison and Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery from Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago. He completed a four-year Foot and Ankle Reconstructive Surgical Residency at Saint Barnabas Hospital – a Level II Trauma Center in Bronx, New York. He was appointed Chief Resident in his 4th year.

Dr. Akram is an energetic and caring physician who has co-authored several papers, posters and given presentations.

Dr. Mitul Ajvalia

Dr. Mitul Ajvalia

Dr. Ajvalia is a podiatric physician who is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. He specializes in providing both conservative and surgical treatment options and understands the need to tailor treatment plans specific to a patient’s lifestyle.

Dr. Ajvalia received his Bachelor of Science degree in Cell Biology and Neuroscience from Rutgers University. He then attended the prestigious Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, where he earned his doctorate degree in Podiatric Medicine. He then completed a rigorous 3-year podiatric medicine and surgery residency training program at Stony Brook University Hospital/ Northport DVA Medical Center in Long Island, where he was appointed as Chief Resident during his final year of training.

When not working, Dr. Ajvalia enjoys exercising, traveling, watching movies, discovering new restaurants, and spending time with his wife and family.

Dr. William Carter

Dr. William Carter

Dr. William Carter is a podiatric foot and ankle physician who is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM).

He is a Mississippi native who obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences from the University of Mississippi. He then attended podiatric medical school at Temple University and completed three years of post graduate training at McLaren Macomb Hospital in Mt. Clemens, MI, graduating with a certificate in podiatric medicine and surgery with an added credential in rearfoot surgery.  He believes in exhausting conservative measures before resorting to surgery, and a particular interest of his is the treatment and prevention of diabetic wounds.  In his spare time he enjoys reading, cooking, and traveling to museums and national parks.

Dr. Grace Andoh

Dr. Grace Andoh

Dr. Andoh attended Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine, where she earned her Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine. She completed her residency in foot and ankle surgery at the Staten Island University Hospital in New York where she served as chief resident in her final year. Following residency, Dr. Andoh then completed a one year fellowship program focused primarily in wound care at the St. John’s Episcopal Hospital in New York. Dr. Andoh received her Bachelor of Science degree from Xavier University of Louisiana in New Orleans, LA.

Dr. Andoh has extensive training in all types of foot and ankle pathologies including reconstructive surgery, trauma, elective surgery of the forefoot, rearfoot, and ankle as well as diabetic limb salvage and wound care.

Dr. Andoh is compassionate and takes priority in listening to her patients primary needs. During her free time she loves spending time with her family, friends, cooking, and jogging.

Dr. Hutcheson-Donaldson

Dr. Hutcheson-Donaldson

Dr. Hutcheson-Donaldson is an enthusiastically skilled podiatric physician and surgeon. She is a native from the islands of the Bahamas. She received her bachelor degree in Biology-Pre Med from the University of Toledo with a prestigious scholarship. She also won the All American Scholar Collegiate Award for her exceptional academic achievements.

She received her Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from California School of Podiatric Medicine and completed surgical residency at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY where she received extensive training in all aspects of podiatric surgery. She served as a clinical research coordinator, testing and evaluating FDA wound care products which has contributed to the development of numerous innovative products that have improved patients’ lives and is a published research author. Dr. Hutcheson has treated a plethora of wound care cases, developing a reputation for her skill in this area in the US and abroad. In addition to her surgical expertise, she is also adept in podiatric clinical care, including treatment of foot and ankle injuries, diabetic foot care, and routine foot and nail care.

Dr. Hutcheson is a compassionate and caring practitioner who takes time to listen to her patients’ concerns and is committed to developing personalized treatment plans that meet their specific needs to achieve the best possible outcomes.

She enjoys spending free time with her family, dancing, She is known by her patients for her outgoing personality and is well loved for her sense of humor and kind disposition.

If you are in need of exceptional podiatric care, don’t hesitate to contact Dr. Hutcheson- Donaldson to schedule an appointment.