Our Doctors

Bret Hintze, D.P.M.

Bret Hintze founded North Georgia Foot & Ankle Clinic in 2003, with one office located in Canton, GA. Later in the year, a second clinic opened in Jasper, followed by clinics in Cumming, Ellijay, Buford and Dahlonega.

Education:
California College of Podiatric Medicine

Bachelor of Science, University of Utah

Residency:
Mount Sinai, Miami Beach, Florida

Hospital Affiliations:
Northside Hospital Forsyth
Northside Hospital-Cherokee
Mountainside Hospital
Northwoods Surgery Center

Eric Harmelin, D.P.M.

Eric Harmelin, DPM, FACFAS began offering his services as part of the North Georgia Foot & Ankle Clinic team of podiatrists in early 2007. He is no stranger to podiatry, as his expertise in the field was the recipient of accolades from his patients and colleagues in Florida, where he practiced prior to joining NGF&AC. His proficiency in the care of wounds has been recognized by many throughout his career.

Education:
Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine, Miami FL
University of Florida, Gainesville, FL

Residency:
South Miami Hospital Foot and Ankle Program, Miami FL

Board Certifications:
American Board of Podiatric Surgery, Board Certified, Foot Surgery

Hospital Affiliations:

Northside Hospital Forsyth
Mountainside Hospital