Dr. Magdala D. Lafontant, DPM
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)
203 Salt Lick Rd St Peters Missouri, 63376About
Dr. Magdala Lafontant is a podiatrist practicing in St Peters, Missouri. Dr. Lafontant is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Lafontant diagnoses and treats conditions of the feet. The feet are key body parts that give a person stability, absorb shock, allow for walking and standing and are necessary for overall well-being. So, the feet need expert care. Podiatrists can specialize in surgery, wound care, sports medicine, diabetic care and pediatrics.
Education and Training
New York College of Podiatric Medicine
Provider Details
Internships
- Loyola University Chicago
What do you attribute your success to?
- She treats each patient like her own Grandma.
Hobbies / Sports
- Traveling, Professional Dancer in the Past
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