Board-Certified Podiatrist & Foot Surgeon in Powder Springs, GA
Alvin Cowans, DPM, D.ABFAS, FACFAS, is a board-certified podiatrist and foot surgeon at Optimum Podiatry in Powder Springs, Georgia. Dr. Cowans provides comprehensive foot and ankle care for children and adults, with an emphasis on personalized treatment, advanced technology, and helping patients return to the activities they enjoy.
Dr. Cowans treats a wide range of foot and ankle conditions, including heel pain, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, ingrown toenails, plantar warts, toenail fungus, bunions, tailor’s bunions, hammertoes, neuromas, and sports-related injuries. Whenever appropriate, he begins with conservative treatment options and develops an individualized plan based on each patient’s condition, lifestyle, and goals. Advanced treatment options may include laser therapy, Swift® microwave therapy, shockwave therapy, custom orthotics, regenerative treatments, and foot surgery when appropriate.
Dr. Cowans has extensive training in podiatric medicine and surgery. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Health Promotion from Florida Atlantic University before completing a Master of Science in Biomedical Science and Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree at Barry University. He then completed a three-year Podiatric Medicine and Reconstructive Forefoot and Rearfoot Surgical Residency at the Barry Foot and Ankle Institute at Mercy Hospital in Miami.
Dr. Cowans is board certified in Foot Surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and is also board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. His surgical expertise includes minimally invasive and traditional approaches to bunions and hammertoes, foot reconstruction, plantar fasciotomy, Achilles tendon repair, and other appropriate foot procedures.
Dr. Cowans believes patients should understand both their condition and their treatment options. He takes time to listen, answer questions, and help patients make informed decisions about their care. His goal is not simply to treat a foot problem, but to reduce pain, restore function, and help each patient move with greater confidence.
Originally from Orlando, Florida, Dr. Cowans now calls Georgia home. Outside of the office, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, attending sporting events, traveling, fitness, grilling, and comic book movies.
Fun Fact
Dr. Cowans has a strong fondness for sweet foods, particularly pastries.
Education
- Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Residency | Barry Foot and Ankle Institute at Mercy Hospital
- Doctor of Podiatric Medicine | Barry University
- Master of Science, Biomedical Science | Barry University
- Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science & Health Promotion | Florida Atlantic University
Certifications and Licenses
- American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery - Board Certified in Foot Surgery
- American Board of Podiatric Medicine - Board Certified
- Georgia Podiatric Medical License
Memberships
- American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
- American Board of Podiatric Medicine
- American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery
- American Podiatric Medical Association
- Georgia Podiatric Medical Association
Specialties
Dr. Cowans specializes in the following procedures:
- Minimally invasive Achilles’ tendon repair surgery
- Minimally invasive bunion surgery
- Minimally invasive hammertoe surgery
- Minimally invasive Tailor's bunion
- Foot reconstructive surgery
- Plantar fasciotomy
- Achilles’ tendon repair
- Tendon repair
- Other foot surgery when clinically appropriate
