Douglas Goforth, DPM, 281 N Plum St, Fruita, CO 81521, US

He describes himself as having always enjoyed science and being fascinated by anatomy andphysiology. He knew his career passion was to help people and being a physician was going tobe the best opportunity to help others and utilize science, knowledge, and research. It was theultimate trifecta!Dr. Payne says, it is very motivating and satisfying to see somebody overcome injury or illnessand get back to a level of activity that they desire. I choose to practice in podiatry to help othersto restore or maintain the level of activity they would like through both conservative and surgicaloptions.He describes his relationship with patients as one filled with honesty and openness aboutdiagnoses, prognosis, and all available options. Dr. Payne says he strives to fully educatepatients on their condition and what options they have available and patiently work with them topursue the best option in their individual case. Treating patients is his passion!Hes been crisscrossing the country between school and residency taking him from Utah to Iowato Maine, then Montana and finally finding his place with the Family Health West team in theFHW Foot and Ankle Clinic.Personal InterestsDr. Payne gushes about his family - his wife and their 4 kids. While keeping up with our kiddosdemands much of our time he says, he does enjoy being outdoors. Running, to includeparticipating in and completing a marathon and half marathon, as well as, enjoying racquetsports like pickleball, tennis, and racquetball. So if you see him hitting some balls or runningdown the road, be sure to say hello!

Troy Griffiths, DPM

Family Health West Hospital Wound Healing