Dr. Johny J. Motran, DPM

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Get to know Podiatrist Dr. Johny J. Motran, who serves patients in Maryland.

As a highly qualified, board certified and licensed podiatric surgeon, Dr. Motran believes in educating each patient and beginning a relevant treatment program with the highest quality of care available. He is the Founder of Maryland Foot & Ankle Restoration, LLC, providing services with locations in Gaithersburg and Hyattsville.

A podiatrist MD residents trust, Dr. Motran is dedicated to providing quality compassionate care to his patients and will provide the individualized attention to effectively diagnose and treat their foot and ankle problems. He is constantly training and updating techniques and protocols by attending premiere conferences and workshops to achieve the best outcomes for patients.

With advanced training in all types of foot and ankle surgery, Dr. Motran has full hospital privileges at Shady Grove Adventist Hospital, and is fully accredited for Belcrest Surgery Center, LLC in his Hyattsville office.

His educational and professional journey encompasses a diverse and rigorous training background. He began his academic pursuits with a Degree in Biology from the University of Maryland at College Park. Building on this foundation, Dr. Motran pursued a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine Degree from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Furthermore, he embarked on a residency program that further refined his skills and expertise. His training included foot and ankle surgery at the Baltimore Veterans Affairs Medical Center, where he honed his surgical capabilities and knowledge. Dr. Motran also completed a specialized program in Wound Care at the same medical center, gaining essential insights into wound management and healing. 

Board certified in foot and ankle surgery, he is a Diplomate of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS). The ABFAS strives to protect and improve the health and welfare of the public by advancing the art and science of foot and ankle surgery.

Among his professional affiliations, Dr. Motran is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and the American Society of Podiatric Surgeons. 

Podiatry is a branch of medicine devoted to the study, diagnosis, and medical and surgical treatment of a variety of disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower extremity. A podiatrist, also known as a podiatric physician or a foot and ankle surgeon, is a medical professional devoted to the treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower extremity. They can treat injuries and complications from ongoing health issues like diabetes. 

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