Seung-Jae “Tex” Song, DPM
Dr. Song is passionate about treating sports related injuries, treating and preventing diabetic wounds, and believes that educating patients is fundamental to maintaining healthy feet.
Dr. Song is excited to call Memphis his home. He feels privileged and honored to serve the people of Memphis, and will always strive to provide the highest quality of care to his patients in order to achieve the best outcome.
Outside of podiatry, Dr. Song loves all things sports, whether coaching, spectating, or participating. He enjoys running, golf, soccer, but most of all, spending time with his wife and five children.
EDUCATION
Residency: Podiatric Medicine & Surgery, Atlanta Veteran's Affairs Medical Center - Atlanta, GA
Medical School: Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, Dr. William Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
FAQ's
What kind of podiatrist is Dr. Song?
Dr. Song is a board-certified podiatric surgeon who treats sports-related injuries, diabetic foot conditions, and other ailments of the toes and feet, with a focus on patient education.
Does Dr. Song treat sports injuries?
Yes. Dr. Song has a particular passion for treating sports-related foot and ankle injuries.
Does Dr. Song treat diabetic foot conditions?
Yes. Dr. Song specializes in treating and preventing diabetic wounds.
Does Dr. Song perform foot and ankle surgery?
Yes. Dr. Song completed a three-year podiatric surgical residency and provides both surgical and non-surgical foot care. He also works closely with the orthopedic foot and ankle surgeons at OrthoSouth, making the OrthoSouth foot and ankle team one of the most comprehensive in the region.
What is the difference between a podiatrist and an orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon?
Podiatrists (DPM) complete a dedicated four-year podiatric medical school and residency focused specifically on the foot and ankle, and are trained in the full range of medical, surgical, and biomechanical care for that area. Orthopedic foot and ankle surgeons complete medical school (MD/DO), an orthopedic surgery residency covering the whole musculoskeletal system, then a fellowship focused on the foot and ankle. Both are qualified to diagnose and treat foot and ankle conditions, surgically and non-surgically. Dr. Song's training is podiatric, with residency at the Atlanta VA Medical Center.
Where does Dr. Song see patients?
Dr. Song sees patients at OrthoSouth's Memphis-Briarcrest location.
Is Dr. Song accepting new patients?
Yes, Dr. Song is currently accepting new patients.
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