Dr. Gavin P. Ripp joined McDowell Podiatry in 2014. He received his Bachelor Degree in Economics at Brigham Young University in Provo,UT. While at BYU, he had additional studies in Spanish and Portuguese. After college, Dr. Ripp obtained his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Des Moines University where he graduated in the top ten of his class and was president of the Local Chapter of the Pi Delta National Honor SocietyDr. Ripp completed a 3-year surgical residency program at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle, WA. This residency program has long been considered one of the elite Foot and Ankle training programs in the United States. During this time, he has worked with some of the top Foot and Ankle surgeons in the country including both the Orthopedic and Podiatric communities.In addition to routine foot and ankle training, he has received advanced training in:Microneurovascular Surgical Training in San Francisco, CA at the M.O.E.T InstituteArthroscopy of the Foot and Ankle at the Orthopedic Learning Center in Chicago, IL,External Fixation of the Lower Extremity at the Orthofix Institute in Dallas, TX,Foot and Ankle Reconstruction and Traumatology at Kaiser Permanente in San Francisco, CA.Total Ankle Replacements in Seattle, WA and in San Francisco, CAFoot and Ankle Dermatopathology Mini-Fellowship at Bako Laboratories, Alpharetta, GA.Dr. Ripp is currently board qualified and enjoys treating all aspects of the foot and ankle. Special interests include reconstructive lower extremity surgery, sports medicine, and pediatrics. He is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and the American College of Foot and Ankle SurgeonsDr. Ripp is married and has two children. He is an avid sports fan who loves the outdoors. Born in Texas, he has a passion for BBQ and football.  Education:2006                   Brigham Young University (Provo, UT) – Bachelor of Arts in Economics2007-2011         College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery (CPMS) at Des Moines University (Des                               Moines, IA) – Doctor of Podiatric Medicine2011-2014         Swedish Medical Center, Seattle WA – Foot and Ankle Surgery Resident Hospital Affiliations:Mercy San Juan Hospital, Carmichael CAMercy San Juan Surgery Center, Carmichael CAGreater Sacramento Surgery Center, Sacramento CA Awards and Honors:APMA Educational Foundation Scholarship, 2010-2011Pi Delta National Honor Society 2009-2011College of Podiatric Medicine Merit Scholarship, 2008-2011Excellence Award, Surgery Department TA, 2009University Merit Scholarship, 2007-2008. Mr. Ripp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Clubfoot. His top areas of expertise are Ledderhose Disease, Plantar Fasciitis, Fibromatosis, Flat Feet, and Leg or Foot Amputation.

Dr. Sarte is a caring physician that understands that medicine is an art and a science. Dr. Sarte is a board certified podiatric surgeon and physician in private practice in Sacramento California specializing in foot and ankle injuries and disorders of the feet and ankles.Dr. Sarte is a caring physician that understands that medicine is an art and a science. Dr. Sarte is a board certified podiatric surgeon and physician in private practice in Sacramento California specializing in foot and ankle injuries and disorders of the feet and ankles. Mr. Sarte is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Clubfoot. His top areas of expertise are Claw Foot, Clubfoot, Flat Feet, and Hammer Toe.

David Kahan is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Sacramento, California. Dr. Kahan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Clubfoot. His top areas of expertise are Corns and Calluses, Fibromatosis, Plantar Fasciitis, and Ledderhose Disease.

Stephen Haynam is a Nurse Practitioner in Carmichael, California. Mr. Haynam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Clubfoot. His top areas of expertise are High Arch, Hammer Toe, Flat Feet, and Fungal Nail Infection.

I have always been interested in science and health. I received my Bachelor of Science in kinesiology and became intrigued with podiatry when I realized how intricate the anatomy is and how important the feet are for physical health and activities. I went to podiatry school in Chicago and completed a three year foot and ankle residency at Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego, CA and Kaiser Permanente in Sacramento,  CA. I grew up in North Dakota.Healthcare is a necessity for human survival and can enhance, change and heal us. Our experiences are deeply impacted by the care we receive from health professionals. It is my mission to deliver the most comprehensive and best care to my patients. Ms. Cozzetto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Clubfoot. Her top areas of expertise are Metatarsus Adductus, Flat Feet, Bunions, and Fibromatosis.

I believe in taking the time to help patients understand the reason their foot and ankle problem exists, the treatments available, expected results of the treatments, and their overall prognosis. Outside of specific traumatic injuries, I believe in exhausting conservative treatment options before taking a patient to the operating room. I enjoy the clinical and surgical aspects of podiatry with my ultimate goal for all patients to return to their previous level of activity. Mr. Kinchsular is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Clubfoot. His top areas of expertise are Ledderhose Disease, Plantar Fasciitis, Fibromatosis, and Tendinitis.

Carla Docharty is a Nurse Practitioner in Sacramento, California. Ms. Docharty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Clubfoot. Her top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Morton Neuroma, Metatarsalgia, and Fibromatosis. Ms. Docharty is currently accepting new patients.

Barbara Ross is a Nurse Practitioner in Sacramento, California. Ms. Ross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Clubfoot. Her top areas of expertise are Corns and Calluses, Tendinitis, Fibromatosis, and Ledderhose Disease. Ms. Ross is currently accepting new patients.

Joel Lerman is an Orthopedics provider in Sacramento, California. Dr. Lerman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Clubfoot. His top areas of expertise are Clubfoot, Blount Disease, Osgood-Schlatter Disease, Congenital Femoral Deficiency, and Osteotomy.

My goal is to help you to understand your problem, and advise you about the treatment options.  I determine what is bothering you the most, define what your problem is, and explain to you the benefits and consequences of the different treatment options.  Together, we can decide what will be the best treatment plan, and then proceed with that. Dr. Lian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Clubfoot. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Flat Feet, Achilles Tendon Rupture, and Hip Replacement.

Damon Namvar is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Sacramento, California. Dr. Namvar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Clubfoot. His top areas of expertise are Bunions, Ledderhose Disease, Plantar Fasciitis, and Fibromatosis. Dr. Namvar is currently accepting new patients.

Adam Bills is a Nurse Practitioner in Carmichael, California. Mr. Bills is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Clubfoot. His top areas of expertise are Claw Foot, Fibromatosis, Ledderhose Disease, and Plantar Fasciitis.

Eric Koga is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Carmichael, California. Dr. Koga is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Clubfoot. His top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, High Arch, Hammer Toe, and Bunions.

Lauren Eller is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Carmichael, California. Dr. Eller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Clubfoot. Her top areas of expertise are Corns and Calluses, Tendinitis, Fibromatosis, and Plantar Fasciitis.

Colten Dougherty is a Podiatric Medicine specialist and a Podiatric Surgeon in Sacramento, California. Dr. Dougherty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Clubfoot. His top areas of expertise are Bunions, Ingrown Toenail, High Arch, and Clubfoot. Dr. Dougherty is currently accepting new patients.

Justin Ross is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Sacramento, California. Dr. Ross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Clubfoot. His top areas of expertise are Bunions, Ingrown Toenail, Gangrene, and Claw Foot. Dr. Ross is currently accepting new patients.

Scott Wigginton is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Sacramento, California. Dr. Wigginton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Clubfoot. His top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, Claw Foot, and Clubfoot.

Derek Smith is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Sacramento, California. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Clubfoot. His top areas of expertise are Bunions, Clubfoot, and Achilles Tendon Rupture.

Steve Tristant is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Citrus Heights, California. Dr. Tristant is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Clubfoot. His top areas of expertise are Claw Foot, Hypermobile Joints, Athlete's Foot, and Tendinitis. Dr. Tristant is currently accepting new patients.

Amanda Whitaker is a Pediatric Orthopedics specialist and an Orthopedics provider in Sacramento, California. Dr. Whitaker has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Clubfoot. Her top areas of expertise are Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, Clubfoot, Congenital Femoral Deficiency, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.