All our professionals at Associates in Foot & Ankle maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in podiatry.
Allen J. Atheras, DPM, FACFAS
Education
- Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, (PCPM) - Philadelphia, PA
- Saint Francis College - Loretto, PA
- Brick Township High School - Brick, NJ
Post Graduate Training
- Fairmont Clinic - Fairmont, WV - Training in Podiatric Medicine & Surgery, Additional training in sports medicine
- Saint Mary Hospital - Hoboken, NJ - Advanced training in Podiatric Medicine & Surgery
Hospital Affiliation
- Jersey Shore Medical Center - Neptune, NJ
- Ocean Medical Center - Brick, NJ
- Kimball Medical Center - Lakewood, NJ
- Center for Special Surgery - Wall, NJ
Certifications
- American Board of Podiatric Surgery - Board Certified
Professional Affiliations
- Chief of Podiatry, Ocean Medical Center
- Chief of Podiatry, Center for Special Surgery
- Fellow, American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeon
- Fellow, American College of Podiatric Medical Review
- Former Instructor, St. Mary Hospital Podiatric Residency Program
- Member, American Association for Hospital Podiatrists
- Member, American Podiatric Medical Association
- Member, NJ Podiatric Medical Society
- Independent Medical Consultant, Blue Cross and Blue Shield NJ
- Adjunct Faculty, Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine
- Ocean Medical Center, Nurses Choice "Physician of the Year-2005"
Personal
Dr. Atheras is a life long resident of Brick Township where he lives with his wife Nancy, their three boys and daughter. He is active with coaching his children in baseball, basketball and football, as well as many other community activities. Dr. Atheras enjoys hunting and fishing and is an avid boater. He has also acquired his captain's license and in his off time enjoys traveling with their family cruiser. Dr Atheras is also an elected member of the Brick Twp Board of Education. He has also been named the "Reader's Choice, Best of Ocean County" for 2006 and 2007.
Jason D. Larson, DPM, FACFAS
Education
- Des Moines University-College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery-Des Moines, IA
- University of Minnesota - Morris, MN
- Dawson - Boyd High School - Dawson, MN
Post Graduate Training
- Kennedy Health Systems - Voorhees, NJ
- Podiatric Surgical Residency - Director: Ken Sebastian, DPM
Hospital Affiliation
- Ocean Medical Center - Brick, NJ
- Center for Special Surgery - Wall, NJ
Certifications
- American Board of Podiatric Surgery - Board Certified
Professional Certifications
- Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
- Member, American Podiatric Medical Association
- Member, New Jersey Podiatric Medical Association
- Member, American Association of Hospital Podiatrists
Personal
Dr. Larson and his wife, Jennifer, reside in Ocean County. He has been actively involved in the surrounding community, serving as a Brick Rotary Club member for 2 years. He has also given informative lectures on podiatric medicine through Meridian Health Systems Community Education program. Dr. Larson's special interests, away from podiatry, are boating and enjoying many rounds of golf. He has been in practice since 1998 and is eager to serve the greater Ocean and Monmouth counties with professional and caring treatment of the Foot and Ankle.
James K. Holmes, DPM, FACFAS
Education
- Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine-Philadelphia, PA
- Rider University-Lawrenceville, NJ
- Brick Township Memorial High School-Brick, NJ
- Hoboken University Medical Center-Hoboken, NJ
- Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency with the added credential in Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery (PMSR/RRA)
- Ocean Medical Center-Brick, NJ
- Seashore Surgical Institute-Brick, NJ
- American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery-Board Certified
- American Board of Podiatric Medicine-Board Qualified
- Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
- Associate, American Board of Podiatric Medicine
- Member, American Podiatric Medical Association
- Member, New Jersey Podiatric Medical Society
Dr. Holmes resides in Brick Township with his wife Jackie and their son. His interests outside of podiatry include surfing, paddleboarding, and landscaping, as well as spending time with family and friends. Dr. Holmes enjoys spending time with his family at the beach and going for bike rides. He and his wife enjoy going to concerts and trying new restaurants. Dr. Holmes grew up in Brick Township and is eager to bring his training in foot and ankle medicine and surgery to help serve the community he was raised in.
Chris Ofeldt, DPM, FACFAS
Dr. Ofeldt was born and raised in the Jersey Shore area. He currently resides at the Jersey Shore with his wife Erin, cat Milo, and his two pups Arlo and Leo. He specializes in sports medicine, musculoskeletal deformities, and post-traumatic and cosmetic surgical reconstruction. Dr. Ofeldt evaluates and treats the entire spectrum of foot and ankle conditions, including sprains, fractures, joint disorders, sports injuries, deformity correction, lower extremity limb salvage, and wound care. He has expertise in managing conditions with conservative care and only uses surgical intervention when appropriate. He holds several advanced certifications, including Comprehensive Internal Fixation/Reconstructive Surgery of the Foot and Ankle and Foot and Ankle Arthroscopy.
As part of his residency, Dr. Ofeldt completed training at the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics in Baltimore, Maryland with special emphasis placed on the treatment of pediatric lower extremity deformities. Dr. Ofeldt earned his bachelor’s degree from Stockton University in New Jersey. He then received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine in Independence, Ohio, before completing his residency at Inspira Health Medical Center in New Jersey with an emphasis on reconstructive lower extremity surgery, sports medicine, advanced wound care, and trauma. While he is not caring for patients, Dr. Ofeldt is spending time with family and friends. His interests include surfing, running, swimming, and relaxing at the beach.
Dr. Michael Warren
Dr. Michael Warren is a board-qualified podiatric physician and reconstructive foot and ankle surgeon. He was born and raised in South Jersey and received his undergraduate degree at the James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA. He went on to receive his doctorate degree at New York College of Podiatric Medicine in Manhattan, where he finished at the top of his class. Dr. Warren then completed his surgical training locally at Jersey Shore University Medical Center where he served as Chief Resident. He has extensive training in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, wound care, management of traumatic injuries, and sports medicine.
As a well-respected physician among his peers in the medical community, Dr. Warren has established himself as a skilled foot and ankle surgeon. He has an intellectual, caring, and understanding approach to patient care. His philosophy is to provide the appropriate care while also keeping your best interests and overall wellness in mind.
In his free time, Dr. Warren enjoys going to the beach, surfing, exercising, and watching sports. He and his wife are looking forward to growing their roots in the area, and he is excited to be a part of the practice. Dr. Warren looks forward to being a part of your healthcare team.