from the Cincinnati, Ohio region. He received his premedical education, mechanical engineering degree, and US Army commission from the University of Cincinnati. He then attended the Dr. William M. Scholl, College of Podiatric Medicine, earning his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, graduating 2nd in his class, in 1998. Dr. Sich completed both a podiatric medical and surgical residency at the St. Luke’s Hospital System, Allentown/Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. When Dr. Sich first reported to duty, he was the only foot doctor supporting the 18,000 soldiers of the 3rd Infantry Division. While on active duty, he treated soldiers, family members, and retirees of the Ft. Stewart community. Dr. Sich is a Diplomate of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Dr. Sich has privileges at Augusta University, Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center, Aiken Regional Medical Center and Edgefield County Hospitals.