The 20 Best Bunions Doctors Near Me in Santa Cruz, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Bunions near Santa Cruz, CA. Of these, 9 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Bunions
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    Experienced in Bunions
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    The Foot Doctors Of Santa Cruz County Inc

    9029 Soquel Dr, Ste D, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Albright is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Mr. Albright is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bunions. His clinical expertise encompasses Bunions, Plantar Fasciitis, Ledderhose Disease, and Fibromatosis. Mr. Albright is board certified in Podiatric Medicine. Mr. Albright is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bunions
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Bunions
    Nurse Practitioner

    The Foot Doctors Of Santa Cruz County Inc

    9029 Soquel Dr, Ste D, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kristen Albright, DPM, is a board-certified, board qualified foot and ankle surgeon. She joined The Foot Doctors of Santa Cruz County in 2022. Kristen is originally from Cleveland, Ohio where her family still lives. She moved out to Santa Cruz with her family in 2021 where her husband grew up.Kristen graduated from John Carroll University with a Bachelor’s Degree in biology. Here she played four years of varsity soccer- Go Streaks!Dr. Albright then went on to Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine in Independence, Ohio, where she earned her Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine.Following graduation, she completed her surgical residency with reconstructive rearfoot and ankle certification at Mercy Hospitals. Here she worked for major medical hospitals in the Cleveland area including The Cleveland Clinic, Mercy Health, Lake West and Metro Health Hospitals.Dr. Albright specialized in a wide range of complex Foot And Ankle pathologies, including Foot And Ankle surgery. She loves working with her patients in clinic, and prides herself on being passionate, caring, and knowledgeable. She takes the time to get to know each of her patients so she can provide the upmost care. Ms. Albright is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bunions. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fungal Nail Infection, High Arch, Fibromatosis, and Ledderhose Disease. Ms. Albright is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Bunions
    Nurse Practitioner
    Advanced in Bunions
    Nurse Practitioner

    PAMF - Podiatry

    2907 Chanticleer Ave, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jon Nordgaard is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Mr. Nordgaard is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bunions. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bunions, Metatarsus Adductus, Tendinitis, and Hammer Toe. Mr. Nordgaard is board certified in Foot And Ankle Surgery (ABFAS). Mr. Nordgaard is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Bunions
    Nurse Practitioner
    Advanced in Bunions
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    PAMF - Podiatry

    2907 Chanticleer Ave, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kathleen Halat is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Ms. Halat is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bunions. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bunions, Tendinitis, Plantar Fasciitis, and Fibromatosis. Ms. Halat is board certified in Foot And Ankle Surgery (ABFAS) and Foot And Ankle Surgery (Sub: Recon Rearfoot/Ankle. Ms. Halat is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Bunions
    Nurse Practitioner
    Advanced in Bunions
    Nurse Practitioner

    PAMF - Podiatry

    2907 Chanticleer Ave, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jillene Costa is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Ms. Costa is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bunions. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bunions, Plantar Fasciitis, Fibromatosis, and Ledderhose Disease. Ms. Costa is board certified in Foot And Ankle Surgery (ABFAS) and Foot And Ankle Surgery (Sub: Recon Rearfoot/Ankle. Ms. Costa is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bunions
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Bunions
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine

    OrthoNorCal, Inc

    4140 Jade St, Ste 100, 
    Capitola, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Helping my patients improve their function and return to their normal, active lives is what makes me the happiest about my profession. Dr. Abidi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bunions. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Osteochondritis Dissecans, Osgood-Schlatter Disease, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Abidi is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Abidi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bunions
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Bunions
    Nurse Practitioner

    Maria Contreras

    9029 Soquel Ave, Ste D, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Brenis is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Mr. Brenis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bunions. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fungal Nail Infection, Freiberg's Disease, Ledderhose Disease, and Plantar Fasciitis. Mr. Brenis is board certified in Podiatric Medicine. Mr. Brenis is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Bunions
    Nurse Practitioner
    Advanced in Bunions
    Nurse Practitioner

    PAMF - Podiatry

    2907 Chanticleer Ave, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aarron Flowers is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Mr. Flowers is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bunions. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bunions, Metatarsalgia, Flat Feet, and Fibromatosis.

    Experienced in Bunions
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Bunions
    Nurse Practitioner

    PAMF - Podiatry

    2907 Chanticleer Ave, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Wu is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Mr. Wu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bunions. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Flat Feet, Bunions, Hammer Toe, and Metatarsalgia.

    Experienced in Bunions
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Bunions
    Nurse Practitioner
    243 Green Valley Rd, Ste A, 
    Freedom, CA 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    I was raised in San Jose, CA and after 10 years of training in Iowa, Michigan and Texas, I returned to Santa Cruz, CA to provide the best care possible in my home state.  I care about the community I live in and the people who allow me to treat them.I care about the whole patient and know how important it is to be pain-free from foot and ankle problems as we rely on walking everyday. I also aim to heal patients quickly from open wounds/ulcerations to prevent complications of nonhealing wounds, such as amputations and loss of life. It is important to develop a trusting relationship between doctor and patient to get the best care possible. Ms. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bunions. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gangrene, Corns and Calluses, Bunions, and Fungal Nail Infection. Ms. Nguyen is board certified in Foot And Ankle Surgery (ABFAS) and Foot And Ankle Surgery (Sub: Recon Rearfoot/Ankle. Ms. Nguyen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bunions
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Bunions
    Nurse Practitioner

    The Foot Doctors Of Santa Cruz County, Inc

    47 Penny Lane, Ste 1, 
    Watsonville, CA 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nicole Surdock is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Watsonville, California. Ms. Surdock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bunions. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fibromatosis, Ledderhose Disease, Plantar Fasciitis, and Fungal Nail Infection. Ms. Surdock is board certified in Foot And Ankle Surgery (Sub: Recon Rearfoot/Ankle and Foot And Ankle Surgery (ABFAS). Ms. Surdock is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bunions
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Bunions
    Nurse Practitioner

    The Foot Doctors Of Santa Cruz County

    47 Penny Lane, Ste 1, 
    Watsonville, CA 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alvie Hurray is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Watsonville, California. Mr. Hurray is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bunions. His clinical expertise encompasses Fungal Nail Infection, Corns and Calluses, Ingrown Toenail, and Hammer Toe. Mr. Hurray is board certified in Foot And Ankle Surgery (ABFAS). Mr. Hurray is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bunions
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Bunions
    Nurse Practitioner

    Lydia A. Yun, DPM Private Practice

    47 Penny Ln., Ste 1, 
    Watsonville, CA 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lydia Yun is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Watsonville, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Ms. Yun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bunions. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ingrown Toenail, Fungal Nail Infection, Bunions, and Athlete's Foot. Ms. Yun is board certified in Podiatric Medicine. Ms. Yun is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Bunions?

    A bunion forms when your big toe points outward toward your second toe. This causes a bump to appear on the inside edge of your toe.

    When should I see a Bunions doctor near Santa Cruz, CA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Bunions doctor near Santa Cruz, CA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Bunions doctors near Santa Cruz, CA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Bunions doctors near Santa Cruz, CA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Bunions doctor near Santa Cruz, CA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Bunions doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Bunions doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Bunions doctor near Santa Cruz, CA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Bunions doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Bunions doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Bunions doctors near Santa Cruz, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Bunions doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Bunions doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Bunions doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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