Overview
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 Hammer Toe. His top areas of expertise are Ledderhose Disease, Plantar Fasciitis, Fibromatosis, Flat Feet, and Leg or Foot Amputation.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
6620 Coyle Ave, Ste 202, Carmichael, CA 95608
Clinical Research
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Foothill Podiatry Clinic
Dr. Runte attended the California College of Podiatric Medicine in San Francisco. After attending 4 years of medical school he did a 2 year surgical residency finishing in 1992. Upon completion Dr. Runte received a degree of Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM). In addition to this degree he is board certified in foot and ankle surgery by the American College Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS).Dr. Runte is a past President of the Sacramento Valley Podiatric Medical Society. He is also a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. He has been serving the Nevada County community for 10 years. Dr. Runte enjoys watching his children play sports, golf, tennis, hiking and just about anything that get him outside and moving.Our practice is dedicated to providing the highest quality foot and ankle care by board certified Podiatrists. Foothill Podiatry Clinic looks forward to serving your podiatric needs. Mr. Runte is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. His top areas of expertise are Metatarsalgia, Corns and Calluses, Tendinitis, and Hammer Toe.
Folsom Podiatry Office, Inc.
Ernest Hook is a Nurse Practitioner in Folsom, California. Mr. Hook has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Hammer Toe, Ledderhose Disease, and Plantar Fasciitis. Mr. Hook is currently accepting new patients.
Capital Foot And Ankle
Carla Docharty is a Nurse Practitioner in Sacramento, California. Ms. Docharty is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. Her top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Morton Neuroma, Metatarsalgia, and Fibromatosis. Ms. Docharty is currently accepting new patients.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- FibromatosisMr. Ripp isAdvanced. Learn about Fibromatosis.
- Ledderhose DiseaseMr. Ripp isAdvanced. Learn about Ledderhose Disease.
- Plantar FasciitisMr. Ripp isAdvanced. Learn about Plantar Fasciitis.
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- Achilles Tendon RuptureMr. Ripp isExperienced. Learn about Achilles Tendon Rupture.
- BunionsMr. Ripp isExperienced. Learn about Bunions.
- Caffey DiseaseMr. Ripp isExperienced. Learn about Caffey Disease.
- Claw FootMr. Ripp isExperienced. Learn about Claw Foot.
- ClubfootMr. Ripp isExperienced. Learn about Clubfoot.
- Corns and CallusesMr. Ripp isExperienced. Learn about Corns and Calluses.