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Alicia Ward, DPM

Alicia Ward, DPM
Physician and Surgeon
of the
Foot and Ankle
Dr. Alicia Ward is a Board-Certified podiatrist specializing in both forefoot and rearfoot reconstructive surgery. She completed her residency training through Providence Ascension in Southfield and Novi, where she developed extensive experience in surgical reconstruction, sports medicine, and limb salvage/wound care.
A lifelong athlete, Dr. Ward has a special passion for sports medicine and helping athletes of all ages return to the activities they love. She understands firsthand the importance of mobility, recovery, and performance, having participated competitively throughout her life in track and field, basketball, dance, gymnastics, and volleyball.
Originally from the local community (having attended Lakeland High School), Dr. Ward is proud to care for patients in the area she has always called home. In addition to her surgical expertise, she is deeply committed to compassionate patient care and helping individuals regain function and improve quality of life.
Outside of the office, Dr. Ward and her husband stay busy raising their two young children and cheering them on at their many sports and activities.
St. John Providence Podiatric Residency Program, Southfield, MI (2013 - 2016)
- Comprehensive training in Podiatric Medicine & Foot/Ankle Reconstructive Surgery
- Chief Resident
Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine, Cleveland, OH (2009 - 2013)
- Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, Magna Cum Laude
Ferris State University, Big Rapids, MI (2005 - 2009)
- Major: Bachelors of Science in Biology, Magna Cum Laude
- Minor: Marketing and Sales
Lakeland High School, White Lake, MI (2001-2005)
- Full Podiatric Physician and Surgeon Licensure, State of Michigan
- Passed National Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners, Part 1, 2 and 3
- Certified in ACLS and BLS
- Diplomate, American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
- Board Certified in Foot Surgery
- Chief Resident, Providence Hospital Podiatry Residency Program (2015 - 2016)
- Podiatry Student and Visitor Coordinator, Providence Hospital Podiatry Residency Program (2014 - 2015)
- Pi Delta National Podiatric Honor Society, Vice President (2012 - 2013)
- Selected into the Who’s Who among Students in American Universities and Colleges
- Class of 2013 Representative on Academic Council for College of Podiatric Medicine (2009 - 2013)
- American Association of Woman Podiatrists – Executive Board (2010-2012)
- Kent State College of Podiatric Medicine’s Woman’s Basketball Team, Captain (2009 - 2013)
- Foot and Ankle Arthroscopy Surgical Skills Course, Chicago, IL, April 2016
- Advanced Techniques in Skeletal Fixation of the Foot and Ankle course, TN, March 2016
- Providence Hospital Research Day participant, Limb Salvage Case Study, 2016
- 5th Annual Amputation Prevention Symposium, Poster Presenter, Chicago, IL Aug 2015
- Published Abstract in CLI Global Compendium, Sept 2015
- Limb Salvage of Complicated Diabetic Patient using Multiple Contemporary Treatment Modalities and a Team Approach
- Presenter at ACFAS Division 7 Complications Forum, Detroit, MI April 2015
- AAFAO Comprehensive Course of Internal Fixation for Reconstructive Surgery and Trauma of the Foot and Ankle, Cordova, TN, Sept 2014
- Yellow Dye Laser Training Course for treatment of warts and other dermatologic lesions, 2014
- Special Olympics
- Red Cross Blood Drives
- Medical tents at sporting events
- Blood pressure screenings
- Diabetic foot screenings
- Harvey Lefkowitz, D.P.M.,P.C.
Ferndale, MI
July 2016 - Present - Highland-Milford Foot Specialists, P.C.
Milford, MI
July 2016 - Present



