DR. MEGAN MATASSINI ZIEMER
Dr. Ziemer is double board certified (Diplomate) by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS) and the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM). As a member of the Florida Podiatric Medical Association and American Podiatric Medical Association, Dr. Ziemer stays current with the latest research and advances in the field of Podiatric Medicine. She has a special interest in diabetic limb salvage and lower extremity wound care.
Dr. Megan Matassini Ziemer was born and raised in Tampa, Florida. From a very young age Dr. Ziemer knew she wanted to be both a doctor and a mom. After graduating from the C Leon King High School International Baccalaureate program, she went on to earn her Bachelor of Science degree cum laude from the University of Florida with a major in Microbiology and Cell Science and minors in Chemistry and Anthropology. While at the University of Florida, Dr. Ziemer was a research assistant in the Inorganic Chemistry Department. In addition, her passion for science and education led her to be an undergraduate teaching assistant for Microbiology Laboratory and Chemistry. Dr. Ziemer was inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society and Golden Key International Honor Society. She also made the University of Florida President’s Honor Roll.
After college, Dr. Ziemer left the Sunshine State to move to Parma, Ohio and begin her studies to become a Podiatrist. She attended the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine (now Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine) and graduated at the top of her class. Dr. Ziemer was inducted into the Pi Delta National Podiatry Honor Society in recognition of outstanding scholastic achievement. Dr. Ziemer became part of the Biomechanics research team while at the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine contributing to scientific journal publications and conference papers.
She presented “Can Plantar Temperature Be Used to Assess Tri-axial Loading under the Foot?” at the ACFAOM 2009 Annual Clinical Conference. Having enjoyed being a teaching assistant while at the University of Florida, Dr. Ziemer tutored other podiatry students in Pharmacology, Pathology, Microbiology and Physical Diagnosis. She also made the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine Dean’s List.
Dr. Ziemer began her residency at the Baltimore VA, where she completed an extensive rotation through the Vascular Surgery Department. She gained not only valuable experience but a deep interest in lower extremity arterial disease and venous insufficiency and its relationship to lower extremity pathology that often presents itself first to a podiatrist.
Dr. Ziemer then moved to New York City for her second and third years of residency at The Mount Sinai Hospital. She completed training in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery with added credential in Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery. While in residency, Dr. Ziemer completed rotations through Mount Sinai Hospital Queens, St. Luke’s-Roosevelt, Elmhurst Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center), Queens Hospital Center and surgical centers in NYC and New Jersey.
When not working, Dr. Ziemer loves spending time with her husband and children. She enjoys taking her son and daughter to the zoo, aquarium, playgrounds, theme parks and any other fun new places!
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Dr Ziemer and her staff are very caring and knowledgeable. Dr Ziemer takes the time to listen to your foot and ankle issues and then clearly explains what is going on and what the best course of treatment is. I didn’t feel rushed. I’m so happy that I found this practice and highly recommend them to everyone.
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I have been living with pain and restrictions resulting from an ankle tendon injury for more than a decade. I decided I would reach out to a podiatrist one more time, in hopes of getting some relief. Dr.Ziemer stepped beyond traditional treatment protocols such as bracing and injections for pain, and introduced me too newer FDA approved technology.treatments such as applied regenerative medicine. I am impressed with Dr Zeimer’s knowledge and application of traditional, as well as newer treatment options. She is supported by a staff who is both efficient and personable. They include medical assistants Lexia and Prissy, office manager Alicia and front desk manager, Monica. Together they are a well organized and efficient team. Whether you need help with scheduling, prescriptions, insurance or other concerns, they are are your advocate. I am so glad I put my foot in Dr Zeimer’s door! My ankle is almost completely pain free and I have a normal range of motion!