Gon Saman, DPM, AACFAS, FACPM
Gon Saman, DPM, AACFAS, FACPM
Dr. Gon Saman, DPM, AACFAS, FACPM, has recently joined the esteemed team of podiatrists at Florida Foot and Ankle Institute, where he will work alongside Dr. John F. Torregrosa.
Dr. Saman’s educational background includes a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in North Chicago, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with honors in Biology. Dr. Saman further enriched his expertise through a comprehensive residency program at New York College of Podiatric Medicine and Metropolitan Hospital, where he was Chief Resident from April 2022 to July 2023.
Dr. Saman has also pursued a Fellowship in Podiatric Dermatology in March 2023, emphasizing dermatopathology and pathology, from the Bako Podiatric Dermatology Fellowship Program in Alpharetta, GA. This specialized training equips him with advanced skills in evidence-based medicine and specimen collection. He is board-qualified in Reconstructive Ankle, Rearfoot, and Foot Surgery by both the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS) and board-certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM).
Dr. Saman's commitment to excellence is reflected in his active participation in professional societies, including the American Podiatric Medical Association, American College of Foot and Ankle Orthopedics, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, American College of Sports Medicine, and American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine.
With multiple certifications, Dr. Gon Saman brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Florida Foot and Ankle Institute. His dedication to ongoing learning is evident through attendance at various conferences and courses, ensuring he remains at the forefront of podiatric advancements.
Beyond his professional pursuits, Dr. Saman has a history of volunteer service, including coordinating church activities and participating in mission trips, exemplifying his commitment to community well-being. Trust Dr. Gon Saman at Florida Foot and Ankle Institute for expert podiatric care that combines advanced medical knowledge with a compassionate approach.
Certifications & Licenses
- American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS)
- American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certificated
- Limited License to Practice Podiatry: Florida | Vermont | New York
- Drug Enforcement Administration Controlled Substance Certification
- American Podiatric Medical Licensing Examination | Part I; Part II; CSPE; Part III – Passed
Education
- Bako Podiatric Dermatology Fellowship Program: Alpharetta, GA
- New York College of Podiatric Medicine and Metropolitan Hospital: Manhattan, NY
- James A Haley Veterans Affairs: Tampa, FL
- Southwestern Vermont Medical Center: Bennington, VT
Medical School
- Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine: North Chicago, IL 60064
- University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL 60607
- Biology, Magna Cum Laude, Honors College Graduate
Work Experience
- Active Staff and Surgical Privileges: 2024 - Present
- Baptist Health Mariners Hospital, Taveriner, FL
- Baptist Health Fisherman’s Hospital, Marathon, FL
- Miami Surgical Suites, Miami, FL
- Miami Surgical Center, Miami, FL
- Surgery Center of Key West, Key West, FL
Professional Societies
- Associate of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, 2023 - present
- Diplomate of the American College of Podiatric Medicine, 2023 - present
- Keys Physician Hospital Alliance, 2023 - present
- American Podiatric Medical Association, Membership, 2015 - present
- American College of Foot and Ankle Orthopedics, Membership, 2015 - present
- American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, Membership, 2015 - present
- American College of Sports Medicine, Membership, 2015 - present
- American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine, Membership, 2015 - present
Professional Service
- Treasurer, Illinois Podiatric Medical Association
- Representative of Alumni, Illinois Podiatric Medical Association
- Academic Peer Tutor, RFUMS Office of Student Life
Volunteer Services
- Church Activities Coordinator, St. Mary’s Coptic Church, Palatine, IL
- Kenya Mission Trip
- Chicago Marathon, Chicago IL
- 2022 New York Endovascular Summit, New York, NY
- 2022 East Podiatry Residency Education Summit, Teaneck, NJ
- 2022 ACFAS Annual Scientific Conference, Austin, TX
- 2021 ACFAS Arthroscopy of the Foot and Ankle Surgical Skills Course, Chicago, IL
- 2021 Stryker Foot & Ankle Arthroscopy Course, Chicago, IL
- 2021 Stryker Foot & Ankle Total Ankle Arthroplasty Course, Chicago, IL
- 2021 Diabetic Limb Salvage Conference
- 2021 FASST: Diabetic Surgery Symposium
- 2021 Paragon 28 FOCUS on Podiatric Surgery Course
- 2021 Academic Surgical Congress Conference
- 2021 NYC Foundation for Podiatric Medicine
- 2019 NYSPMA Podiatry Clinical Conference, New York, NY
- 2019 East Podiatry Residency Education Summit, Teaneck, NJ
- 2019 AAFAO Basic: Comprehensive Course of Internal Fixation, Dallas, TX
Research Assistant: Dr. Peter Okkema at The University of Illinois at Chicago (2012-2015)
- Study of muscular dystrophy by experimenting on worms and isolating the genetic defect
Honors Capstone Research: Regulation of Hippocampal Synaptic Strength by Glial xCT (2012-2015)
- Oral presentation of finds at Honor College Research Meeting
RFUMS Summer Research: Effects of Anxiety on Biomechanics of the Compensatory Stepping Response Following a Laboratory-Induced Trip (2016-2017)
- Poster presentation of findings at RFUMS Research Meeting
