I am originally from Buffalo, NY where I graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University at Buffalo with a degree in psychology and biology. I received my medical degree in Podiatry from The Dr. William M Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in Chicago, IL. I attribute my knowledge, dedication, work ethic, and skills to the excellent training I received at School. After medical school, I began residency at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY. After two years, I decided to transfer to the VA NY Harbor Healthcare System in Manhattan and Brooklyn for two additional years. The VA offered the added benefit of training under surgeons in Phoenix at Banner hospitals, performing Charcot Reconstruction, total ankle replacement, trauma surgery, external fixation, fracture repair of the foot and ankle, soft tissue pathology and tendon and ligament repair, as well as reconstructive procedures of the mid and forefoot. I believe in addressing aggravating and underlying conditions in order to properly treat and achieve the best quality of life for my patients. I am caring and empathetic and believe it is important to establish a surgeon/patient relationship based on trust and transparency.