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Our Physicians
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Dr. James P. Flood
Dr. Flood embarked into private practice after completing a tour of duty in the Army, serving as chief of Podiatric Surgery with Deparment of Orthopedics and Podiatry at Irwin Army Hospital, Fort Riley KS during the gulf war conflict. He founded First Step Foot Care in 1991 with the goal of providing the highest quality specialized service for the diagnosis and treatment of all foot and ankle problems in the Tri-County area. Dr. Flood has assembled a quality team of physicians to provide a comprehensive service of care for patients with all types of foot and ankle conditions.
"I feel that success in patient outcomes is a product of formulating good communication with patient and practicing medicine with evidence based treatment. I stress direct, understandable communication between myself and the patient to ensure that we as a team achieve excellent clinical results. I strive hard to provide a level of care that has excellence in diagnosis and treatment employing the latest medical technologies"
Professional Activities/Career Highlights:
Serving as a podiatric surgeon and educator for the United States Army. I was chief of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery-Department of Orthopedics and Podiatry at Irwin Army Community Hospital with the First Infantry Division, Fort Riley Kansas. I functioned in the roles practitioner and educator as a specialist in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery.
Present Appointments:
- Chief of Podiatric Surgery - Northwest Community Hospital
- Good Shepherd Hospital, Barrington
- Resurrection Medical Center, Des Plaines
- Condell Medical Center, Libertyville
Past Appointments:
- Chief of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, Irwin Army Community Hospital
- Surgical attending, United States Army Physician Orthopedic Physician Assistant Program, Irwin Army Community Hospital
- Surgical attending, Residency Program Midwest Regional Medical Center, Zion Illinois
- Associate Professor Department of Podiatric Surgery, Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine
Memberships:
- Illinois Podiatric Medical Association
- American Podiatric Medical Association
- American Diabetes Association.
Credentials:
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Board Certified:
American Board of Podiatric Surgery
Previous Practice Experience:
Dr. Flood has as areas of special interest in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, complex diabetic foot care, specialized treatment of running injuries and revision surgery of the foot and ankle.
Education:
- Undergraduate: Monmouth College, Monmouth Illinois BA in Chemistry, BA in Biology.
- Medical School: Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine, Chicago, IL - DPM
- Residency: Irwin Army Community Hospital, Fort Riley Kansas.
About Myself:
I am a father of three and I feel that devotion to my spouse, children and my faith life have helped me to appreciate the wonderful things that life has bestowed upon me.
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Dr. Richard Wilczynski
Professional Activities/ Career Highlights:
Completing a two year medical surgical residency at St. Anne's Hospital and integrating the educational standard to the junior residents and students. Achieving Board Certification in Foot and Ankle Surgery. Continuing in the educational process by instructing residents at Columbus Hospital and St. Joseph Hospital. Chairing the Public Information Committee for the Illinois Podiatric Medical Association.
Present Appointments:
- St. Joseph Hospital, Chicago
- Thorek Hospital, Chicago
- Condell Hospital, Libertyville
- Northwest Surgicare, Arlington Heights
Past Appointments:
- California College of Podiatric Medicine, adjunct faculty Surgical Board Review
- St. Joseph Hospital, Clinical instructor for surgical residency
- Thorek Hospital, Orthopedic consultant outpatient
- Northwest Surgicare, Chairman Quality Assurance Committee
- Columbus Hospital Sports Medicine, Director of Podiatric Services.
Memberships:
- Illinois Podiatric Medical Association
- American Podiatric Medical Association
- Academy of Sports Medicine
Credentials:
Board Certified: American Board of Podiatric Surgery
Previous Practice Experience:
Dr Wilczynski is intrigued by the areas of biomechanics and sports injuries. He is also skilled in the area of Dance Medicine. Having worked with orthopedic surgeons he is trained in complex trauma of the foot and ankle.
Education:
- Undergraduate: Loyola University of Chicago, BS in Biology
- Podiatry School: Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, Cleveland
- Residency: St. Anne's Hospital, Chicago
About Myself:
I have been happily married for 25 years and am a parent to two teenage girls which makes every day a learning process. I enjoy the great outdoors and run, bicycle, and ski with different clubs. Great living is the most important part of life.
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Dr. Daniel C. Surowiec
I really enjoy getting to know my patients. Each is different in their own way. Over time I've come to appreciate these differences and expect the unexpected. This often makes for a very interesting day! Whether it's a simple ingrown toenail or a complex wound, I like to stress the importance of open communication and mutual respect with each of my patients. I also believe that staying current with the medical literature is important as it ensures quality care that is never out of date.
Present Appointments
- Northwest Community Hospital, Arlington Heights
- Northwest Surgicare, Arlington Heights
- Advocate Good Shepard Hospital, Barrington
- Claremont Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Hanover Park, IL
- Nazarethville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Des Plaines, IL
Past Appointments
- Saint Margaret Mercy Hospital, Dyer, IN
- Munster Community Hospital, Munster, IN
- Heartland Memorial Hospital, Munster, IN
Memberships
- American Podiatric Medical Association
- Illinois Podiatric Medical Association
Credentials
Board Certified
- American Board of Podiatric Surgery
Education
- Undergraduate: Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, BS in Psychology
- Graduate: Wayne State University, Detroit MI, Master of Science in Biology
- Medical School: Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, Chicago, IL
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Residency: Whittier Hospital Medical Center, Whittier CA
Saint John Detroit Riverview Hospital, Detroit, MI
Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital, Chicago, IL
About Myself
I am happily married to my wife, Victoria and the father of three young children, Ella Grace 7, William 5 and Charlie 3. I enjoy reading, fly fishing, cooking and the pursuit of life long learning.
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Dr. Ashley B. Lee
I believe that treating my patients is a privilege, and I pride myself in finding the best possible treatment plan, both conservative and surgical. I strive to develop a relationship with each of my patients, being open and thorough, and ensuring that every patient has a complete understanding of their medical care. As a female practitioner and avid runner, I am sensitive to the many needs of my patients, having learned firsthand the frustrations of athletic injuries. While I enjoy treating all adult foot and ankle disorders, my specialty training includes pediatric reconstructive surgery and adult and pediatric sports medicine. I have also had extensive training in bioengineered skin grafting, limb salvage, trauma, joint replacement and arthroscopic surgery. I was appointed Chief Surgical Resident during my residency, and had the opportunity to present research at several Postgraduate Research Symposiums.
Present Appointments
- Northwest Community Hospital, Arlington Heights
- Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, Barrington
- Alexian Brothers Hospital, Elk Grove Village
Credentials
Board Qualified in forefoot, rearfoot and ankle reconstructive surgery, American Board of Podiatric Surgery
Education
- Undergraduate: Oklahoma State University, BS in Biology; Stillwater, Oklahoma
- Medical School: Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Health and Science, North Chicago, Illinois
- Residency: Weiss Memorial Hospital, Chicago Illinois
About Myself
I am originally from Dallas, and moved to Chicago to attend medical school in 2002.
I am recently married and enjoy spending time with my friends and family. I also enjoy running, yoga, health and fitness, golfing, boating, traveling, and reading.
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