John T. Marcoux, DPM, FACFAS

Specializing in Podiatric Foot & Ankle Surgery

About
Dr. Marcoux

Dr. John T. Marcoux is a highly accomplished podiatric physician, surgeon, and educator. With over 25 years of practice experience in the Boston area, Dr. Marcoux is a respected national leader in podiatric surgery and education, dedicated to training the next generation of surgeons and delivering comprehensive, life-changing care to his patients.

 

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Physician Bio

John Thomas Marcoux, DPM, FACFAS, is a highly accomplished podiatric physician, surgeon, and educator who has been a leader in podiatric medicine in the greater Boston area for 25+ years. After earning a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Connecticut, he received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. He subsequently completed his postdoctoral residency training in podiatric medicine and surgery within the UPenn Health System at the Presbyterian Medical Center. During his time in undergraduate studies as a UConn NCAA Division I athlete, Dr. Marcoux was ranked #2 in Ice Hockey, with 2,793 saves over four years as a Huskies goalie and was awarded the Scholar Athlete Award.

Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Marcoux has established a strong legacy in clinical education and program development. He previously revitalized the podiatric residency program at the Cambridge Health Alliance and went on to build a brand-new, highly respected podiatric residency program from the ground up at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center. He joined the faculty at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) in 2021, where he took over as the Program Director of the Division of Podiatric Surgery residency program in 2024. In addition to his leadership at BIDMC, he holds an academic appointment as an Instructor in the Department of Surgery at Harvard Medical School.

A recognized pioneer in his specialty on the national level, Dr. Marcoux serves as the chair of the Council on Podiatric Medical Education (CPME) and is the past chair of the Residency Review Committee. He is also heavily involved with the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ABFAS), currently chairing their case review committee and serving on the exam oversight committee. For his expansive contributions to residency training, consumer education, and regional leadership, he was honored with the Distinguished Service Award by the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS). Dr. Marcoux is a frequent national lecturer, product design consultant for advanced orthopedic devices, and a prolific author who has edited comprehensive textbooks and published extensively on foot and ankle pathology.

Specialties

Specializing in the following podiatric conditions –

  • Foot deformities, such as bunions, bunionettes, hammertoes, flatfoot, and bone spurs.
  • Chronic pain and inflammatory conditions, such as plantar fasciitis and achilles tendinitis.
  • Arthritis of the foot and ankle.
  • Trauma and injuries of the foot and ankle.
  • Charcot foot

Specializing in the following podiatric treatments –

  • Reconstructive foot surgery.
  • Tendon and ligament repairs.
  • Fracture and dislocation procedures – both surgical and non-surgical.

Education

Licensure and Certification

1999 Massachusetts Podiatry License

2002, 2012, 2024 American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery, Certified in Foot Surgery

2004, 2012, 2024 American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery, Certified in Reconstructive Rearfoot & Ankle Surgery

Education

1989 B.S., Physical Therapy at University of Connecticut

1994. D.P.M., Podiatric Medicine at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine

Postdoctoral Training

1994-1998 Resident, Podiatric Medicine and Surgery at Presbyterian Medical Center, UPenn

Achievements & Publications

Dr. Marcoux is a widely published author and researcher who has co-edited major surgical textbooks, published numerous peer-reviewed studies, and delivered more than 150 invited lectures and surgical workshops across the country. He is a recipient of the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) Distinguished Service Award for his contributions to residency education, research, and patient education.

Awards and Honors

2017 Distinguished Service Award
American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons

Research & Publications

Wamelink KE, Marcoux JT, Walrath SM. Rare proximal diaphyseal stress fractures of the fifth metatarsal associated with metatarsus adductus. JFAS 2016;55(4):788-7983.

Kung M, Dhawan G, Dinh T, Marcoux JT. Efficacy of first metatarsophalangeal joint arthrodesis in correcting severe hallux valgus deformities. Submitted to JFAS in March 2026 for publication.

Pontious J, Marcoux JT. Autogenous Calcaneal Bone Graft Repair of a Closing Base Wedge Nonunion. JAPMA 1996;86:25-32.

Prechtl N, Marcoux JT. Tuberculous osteomyelitis of the midfoot in the absence of pulmonary lesion: a case report. JFAS 2008;14(4):225-8.

Saviet B, Marcoux JT, Narayanasami U. Rare Pedal Manifestation of Diffuse Multiple Myeloma Lesions. JFAS 2017;56(2):357-61.

Mattar S, Dhawan D, Marcoux JT. SAPHO Syndrome Mimicking Acute Osteomyelitis: A Case Report. FASTRC 2024; 4(4). h~s://doi.oro/10.1 Ol 6/ifastrc.2024.100434

Mishra R, Marcoux JT, Cerebrotendinous Xanthomatosis in the Achilles Tendon: A Case Studv. FASTRC 2024; 4(4). httns://doi.oro/10.1016/i.fastrc.2024.100441

Medical Textbooks

Corey SV, Castellano BO, Marcoux JT, Ruch JA. Fixation Techniques for Fractures. In: Scurran BL, editor. Foot and Ankle Trauma, 2nd Ed. New York: Churchill-Livingstone; 1996. p, 75-96.

Marcoux JT. Postoperative Rehabilitation/ Physical Therapy. In Rubin L, editor. ACFAS E-Arthroscopy of the Foot and Ankle

Marcoux JT, Butterworth M. Juvenile Hallux Abductovalgus. In: Butterworth M, Marcoux JT, editors. The Pediatric Foot and Ankle – Diagnosis and Management, Springer International Publishing AG, 2019

Marcoux JT, Shirazi S. Tendon Tears/ Lacerations. In: Carpenter B, Marcoux JT, Butterworth M and Fishco W, editors. McGlamry’s Operative Textbook of Foot and Ankle Surgery, 5th Ed. Wolters Kluwer Publishing, 2021

Marcoux JT, Tong L. Fibrocartilaginous Tissue: Why Does it Fail to Heal. In: Theodoulou M, editor Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery- Update on Fibrocartilagenous Disease, Elsevier Publishing, 2022

Marcoux JT, Stangenberg L, Nguyen T: Amputations and Rehabilitation. In: Veves A, Giurini JM, Schermerhorn M, editors. The Diabetic Foot, 5th Ed. Humana Press, 2023.

Marcoux JT, Peralta S: Charcot Reconstruction. In: Rosenblum B, Dinh T, editors. Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery -The Diabetic Foot: Capturing the Legacy of the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Training Program, Elsevier Publishing, 2025

Marcoux JT, Fogarty M: Pediatric Flatfoot: Surgical Approach. In: Williams M, editor Congenital Deformities: Pediatric Foot and Ankle Surgery, Elsevier Publishing, pending publication as of 2026.

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