Mary Rutan Health Welcomes Podiatrist Dr. Emily Edwards

Mary Rutan Health is proud to announce the addition of Emily Edwards, DPM, to our growing network of physicians this August. She will work alongside Dr. Eric Anderson at Mary Rutan Podiatry, where she will provide comprehensive foot and ankle medicine services. Dr. Edwards commented, “I am thrilled to join the expanding team of Mary Rutan Health physicians this summer. As a small-town Ohio native, I am passionate about providing exceptional, accessible healthcare to those in rural communities. Having spent the last three years in Lima completing my podiatry residency, I’m excited to stay in the area and continue to serve the west-central Ohio community.”

Dr. Emily Edwards is a Northeast Ohio Native and attended Cleveland State University, where she was Valedictorian of the College of Sciences & Health Professions, as well as Summa Cum Laude from the Jack, Joseph, and Morton Mandel Honors College. Dr. Edwards earned two degrees: a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Bachelor of Science in Health Science in 2017. She then chose to pursue a degree in Podiatric Medicine, and in 2021, she earned her medical degree (DPM) from the Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Edwards completed her three-year surgical residency in Lima, Ohio, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s Medical Center, where she trained in a multitude of forefoot and rearfoot procedures, as well as wound care.

Dr. Eric Anderson and Dr. Emily Edwards utilize top-notch technology, techniques, and treatment strategies to provide comprehensive podiatry services that range from basic primary care to traumatic injury care and complete foot and ankle reconstruction. With locations in Bellefontaine, Indian Lake, and Urbana, Mary Rutan Podiatry has a location close-to-home to provide you and your family with expert foot and ankle care, now with less wait time to see a provider. Call our office nearest you today to schedule an appointment at one of our Mary Rutan Podiatry locations.

About Mary Rutan Health
Mary Rutan Health is a leading not-for-profit healthcare organization with a comprehensive and integrated system of inpatient, outpatient, and community services connected to meet all community members' health and wellness needs. In addition to the hospital, multiple off-site locations exist in a five-county region, including Logan, Champaign, Hardin, Shelby, and Auglaize. Together, Mary Rutan Health team members deliver award-winning services recognized by patients and their families and independent organizations that rank the hospital among the best. More information about Mary Rutan Health can be found at www.maryrutan.org.