Dr. Matthew German (ABFAS) is originally from central Minnesota, where he attended Lakeville High School. Dr. German graduated from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities, where he studied Chemistry and Biochemistry. He went to medical school at the Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery in Iowa. After completing medical school, he was selected to one of the top surgical training programs in the nation in foot and ankle surgery in Newark, New Jersey. There, he completed his 3 year surgical residency at University Hospital, the primary teaching hospital for Rutgers University’s New Jersey Medical School. While there, he was honored to be chief resident for his final year of residency. He is interested in all aspect of foot and ankle medicine and surgery.

He enjoys the outdoor life that Michigan provides, whether it is hunting, fishing, rafting or hiking with his wife. He has been a lifelong Tigers, Lions, and Red Wings fan and is excited to root on his Detroit teams in their hometown.