Box 994 Lone Tree Road
Linton, IN 47441
(812) 847-8664
Bloomington, IN 47403
(812) 336-1185
Our Staff
The brief descriptions below are designed to familiarize you with our staff's training, professional credentials and work experience.
Matthew Parmenter D.P.M.
Justin Hudson D.P.M.
Matthew Parmenter D.P.M.
Dr. Matthew A. Parmenter established The Foot and Ankle Center in 1987. He is a foot and ankle surgeon who specializes in developing successful treatments for all foot and ankle disorders.
Dr. Parmenter is a native of southern Indiana. He personally experienced as a child an infectious condition involving both feet which resulted in two weeks of hospitalization with antibiotic injections around the clock. This experience along with the experiencing leg and foot problems while running track at culver Military Academy brought him to Podiatric Medicine and Surgery. It has been his goals to always stride to achieve the most advanced and cost effective medical and surgical techniques to salvage diabetic limbs, trauma patients and athletes.
He attended Indiana University and then earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree at Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago. He obtained surgical training in orthopaedic and podiatric surgery in five Chicago hospitals. In addition, Dr.Parmenter is trained in AO/ASIF technique for repair of foot and ankle trauma by Synthesis International. He also trained with one of the founders of the American Fracture Society with fellowship in reconstructive surgery and fracture repair of the foot and ankle.
He is board-certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery, Inc. in foot and ankle surgery and has certification in CO2 laser surgery. He is a Fellow of the American College of Foot Surgeons, an associate in the American College of Podiatric Sports Medicine, a member of the American Diabetes Association and a member of the American College of Sports Medicine. Dr. Parmenter developed the Diabetic Foot Salvage Technique with antibiotic bead implant and surgical repair of the diabetic foot. Patients come from across the nation for this procedure. He also helped establish the Diabetic Foot Clinic at Bloomington Hospital and is the founder of the Bloomington Hospital Wound Healing Center. He is a consultant for several organizations including Johnson & Johnson, COOK and the American Diabetes Association. Dr. Parmenter also serves as an associate professor in the Department of Orthopaedics at Indiana University School of Medicine.
Dr. Parmenter has surgical privileges at the Southern Indiana Surgery Center, Bloomington Hospital, Monroe Hospital, Greene Co. General Hospital in Linton, Dunn Memorial Hospital in Bedford, Sullivan Co. Community Hospital in Sullivan, Regional Hospital and Union Hospital in Terre Haute, and Morgan Co. Hospital in Martinsville.
Dr. Parmenter is married to Nancy and has two children. Megan is a senior at Indiana University in Bloomington and Matthew is in eighth grade. He is an avid flyer and frequently flies between offices. In his free time, Dr. Parmenter enjoys spending time on his farm in Greene County where he raises Angus cattle.
Dr. Parmenter currently accepts patients at 2920 McIntire drive, suite 100,Bloomington Indiana, Lone Tree Medical Center in Linton Indiana, The Bone and Joint Clinic with AP&S Clinic - St. Terre Haute, Indiana, and The Wound Healing/HBO Center at 2920 McIntire Drive, Bloomington, Indiana.
| Education | Undergraduate: Indiana University, 1973 Medical School: Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine, Chicago, 1977 |
| Surgical Training | Rotational Program at Henrotin Hospital; Norwegian American Fellowship/Preceptorship, Drs. John Woner and Irving Scott, Indiana Orthopedic Sponsorship, 1985-1987, all foot surgeries; 1987-1989, all Ankle |
| Certifications and Affiliations |
• ALCS certified 1999, recertified 2006 |
| Hospital Privileges | • Active Staff Bloomington Hospital and Class IV Surgical Privileges • Active Staff and Board of Director position at the Southern Indiana Surgery Center • Surgical privileges at Dunn Memorial Hospital, Greene County General Hospital, Regional Hospital, Sullivan Co. Community Hospital and Morgan Co. Hospital |
Justin Hudson D.P.M.
Dr. Justin R. Hudson joined the Foot and Ankle Center in 2002. Dr. Hudson performed his undergraduate studies at the University of Missouri and holds degrees in Biological Sciences, Psychology and Anthropology. He is a 1999 graduate of the William Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at the Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in Chicago, Illinois.
His post-graduate training in foot and ankle surgery was completed at St. Vincent Charity Hospital, a teaching hospital of Case Western University in Cleveland, OH. Dr. Hudson completed a three year surgical residency under the supervision and training of Dr. Gerard Yu, one of the most influential foot and ankle surgeons in the country. This extensive training has provided Dr. Hudson with the foundation to treat the most challenging foot and ankle problems.
He has authored numerous scholarly publications pertaining to complex foot and ankle pathology such as; the diabetic Charcot foot, Pre-dislocation Syndrome of the Lesser MPJ and Frostbite. In addition, he authored an article which improved upon the Syme’s Ankle Amputation technique. Dr. Hudson has been the recipient of numerous honors and distinctions including the American Heart Association 2001 Heart Saver Award and the Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine Proficiency in Podiatric Medicine Award.
Dr. Hudson is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and the College of Certified Wound Specialists. Dr. Hudson is Board Certified in Foot and Rearfoot and Ankle Reconstructive Surgery by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. He is also Board Certified in Chronic Wound Management by the American Academy of Wound Management.
In addition to reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, Dr. Hudson holds a special interest in diabetic limb salvage and wound care. Dr. Hudson sees patients in our Bloomington, Linton and Bedford offices.
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Present Affiliations |
The Foot and Ankle Center |
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Post Doctoral Training |
St. Vincent Charity Hospital / St. Luke’s Medical Center
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Formal Education |
The Dr. William Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
University of Missouri
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Professional Licensure |
State of Indiana – Podiatrist License Number 07000948-A issued June 30, 2002 |
| Certification |
American Board of Podiatric Surgery
American Academy of Wound Management
American Red Cross
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| Professional Memberships
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• Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons • Fellow, College of Certified Wound Specialists • American Podiatric Medical Association • Diplomate, American Academy of Wound Management • Diplomate, American Board of Podiatric Surgery |
| Honors and Distinctions
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• American Heart Association 2001 Heartsaver Award – February 2001 • Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine Class of 1999 Proficiency in Podiatric Medicine Award – June 1999 • Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine Philip J. Brachman Alumni Scholarship – 1998 • Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine Durlacher Honors Society – 1997 • University of Missouri Department of Biological Sciences Honors Research Program |
| Research and Publications | • Bow D, Kranszush G, Hudson J: The Pathophysiology, evaluation and treatment of the Charcot foot. First Ray 17 (1): 17-20, 1997. |
| Teaching Experience | The Dr. William Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, Chicago, IL University of Missouri, Columbia, MO |
| Previous Employment | Emergency Room Technician OB Scrub Technician – First Assistant Phlebotomist Dienor (Autopsy Assistant) Eye Bank Technician |
| References | Available Upon Request |
