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Press Release

Aug. 26, 2005

Podiatrist joins MGH medical staff
Dr. John Niemela is a Marquette native

Board-certified podiatrist Dr. John Niemela has joined the medical staff of Marquette General Hospital.

A Marquette native, Dr. Niemela completed his three-year surgical residency — with a special interest in foot and ankle trauma — at Legacy Portland Hospital in Portland, Ore. Legacy Portland is a Level I Trauma Center.

Dr. John Niemela
Dr. John Niemela

He received his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine cum lade from Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago, Ill.

Dr. Niemela joins podiatrist Terry Ranta, DPM, at his practice in Marquette. Dr. Niemela holds a bachelor’s degree in medical technology from Michigan State University, and a bachelor’s in biology from Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine.

Dr. Niemela’s primary professional focus is treatment of foot and ankle trauma, and comprehensive foot and ankle conditions from newborns to seniors. He treats orthopedic deformities, such as bunions, hammertoes, Achilles tendonitis, flat foot, heel pain, arthritis, warts, ingrown nails, sprains, fractures and sports-related injuries.

For more information, or to schedule an appointment, call 906-225-0181.

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