Dr. Michele Summers Colon, DPM

07/04/2025

08/10/2022

A diabetic patient came in to see me this week, stating he had a sore foot because he stubbed his big toe at work.

When he took off his shoes and socks, the top of the foot near the big toe joint looked swollen and red, similar to a gout attack.

However, the bottom of the foot looked like this (first pic in comments). After I cleaned it up and got rid of the dead tissue, it looked like this (second pic in comments).

So…please inspect your feet thoroughly, top and bottom, using a mirror if you have to (to see the bottom of your foot). You do not want an infection like this, that most likely started with a simple blister.

04/19/2020

Foot lesions possibly an early indicator of covid-19!

April 17, 2020 / By Chris Ciaccia | Fox News COVID-19, the disease that has caused the coronavirus pandemic, is a respiratory illness that has symptoms that can include fatigue, a pe…

03/09/2020

From a former colleague who lives in Rome. I thought there was great info here, and practical.

"UPDATE-Italy is in a lockdown. We all live in the red zone. Will keep you posted what this is like, including how I manage to cut my own hair.
Update of life in Rome right now. So this is our new reality. One person at a time in the post office and 1 meter distance between people when standing in line. same in grocery stores, shops, cafes. You know for weeks I heard people say - it’s fine, it’s no problem. We should have been doing this two weeks ago. We are your future. So from the future here’s my advice before this lands on your doorstep-
Go get a haircut, color now
Stop going to the gym or yoga classes even before you hear of the virus coming close.
Stop touching anyone, and keep a distance. Don’t go to bars, large group activities.
Get some puzzles, books and cards and stay home and cook. Share any good Netflix series you suggest!
Don’t panic but be vigilant- wash your hands and then do it again as soon as you touch anything.
Stock up with groceries but just a bit more than normal. Don’t panic buy.
Stay home as much as possible.
Go for bike rides, long walks in wide open spaces and enjoy the countryside."

12/11/2019

A popular diabetes drug is being investigated by the FDA for containing a possible cancer-causing agent.

10/10/2019

Last night I shared a post on Facebook that said 'Hey A**hole, the flu shot isn't about you." Sitting here soaking up every ounce of caffeine before night shift, I figured I should elaborate.

The flu shot is for Influenza, a severe respiratory illness that can lead to death. Have you ever had it? I have, and it's awful. You spike fevers, every bone and muscle in your body aches, and no matter how hard you try, you just can't seem to catch your breath.

You get the flu shot not always for you, but for those around you.

For the grandparents, whose bodies are not what they used to be, and they just can't kick an illness in the butt like when they were young.

For the 30 year old, with HIV or AIDS, who has a weakened immune system.

For the 25 year old mother of 3 who has cancer. She has absolutely zero immune system because of chemotherapy.

For the newborn baby who was just welcomed into the world, and isn't quite strong enough to fight off infections on his own.

For the nurses and doctors that take care of you. If they get sick, they can't go to work and take care of the countless patients that need them.

For the 50 year old husband who needs a medication for his chronic illness, and that medication also weakens his immune system.

For the pregnant mom that has been trying to get pregnant for years, and now she's trying to stay healthy for her unborn baby.

For the single dad who can't take any more sick days and needs to provide for his kids.

For the 7 year old boy that just wants to play with his friends. But he has a disease that puts him at a higher risk for infection, so he has to stay inside.

The flu shot is NOT always about you. It's about protecting those around you, who cannot always protect themselves.

I have been in the room as a patient has passed away, because of influenza. I have watched patients struggle to breathe, because of influenza. I have busted my butt to provide Tylenol, warm blankets, nebulizers, etc. to keep that patient comfortable and fighting a terrible respiratory infection.

Herd immunity is a thing. Influenza killing people is a thing. You getting the flu shot, should be a thing.

-Nurse Bitz

Note: the views stated are a personal statement and do not reflect the views of my employer.

(via Amanda Catherine Bitz)

05/23/2019

In a new study, the chemical inhibited muscle activity in individual human heart cells, mice and minnows

01/26/2019

Not related to podiatry, but a good medical story to share!

The idea, which involves color-changing protection, remains in its very, very early stages

01/18/2019

Truth.