New foot and ankle surgeon comes to Torrington

TORRINGTON » Jennifer D’Amico, D.P.M., fellowshiptrained surgical podiatrist, has joined Litchfield Hills Orthopedic Associates and will start seeing patients on August 14 at the practice’s locations in Torrington and Bristol.

As a foot and ankle surgeon, D’Amico’s expertise includes a wide variety of advanced procedures to effectively diagnose and treat injuries and conditions of the lower extremity. Her areas of specialty include arthritis, flatfoot, fracture care, pediatric foot and ankle deformities, trauma and wound care.

“Dr. D’Amico joins us with a wealth of knowledge and skill in helping her patients overcome injuries and conditions affecting the foot and ankle so they can return to

their active lifestyles,” says Douglas C. Wisch, M.D., hand and upper extremity surgeon at Litchfield Hills Orthopedic Associates. “We are thrilled to welcome her to our expert team of doctors. She will make an excellent addition to our practice and community.”

After receiving her doctor of podiatric medicine degree from New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City, D’Amico completed her podiatric surgical residency at Scripps Mercy Hospital and Kaiser Foundation Hospital in San Diego. Following her residency, D’Amico underwent extensive specialty training by completing a fellowship in limb lengthening and reconstruction at The Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics at Sinai Hospital in Baltimore. To schedule an appointment, call 860482-8539.