Dr. Scott Adams is a graduate of the University of California, San Diego. He received his medical degree from the California College of Podiatric Medicine in San Francisco. He continued his studies at UC San Francisco and USC/LA County Hospitals and completed a surgical residency at the VA Hospital in San Francisco with additional training at the Kaiser Permanente in San Diego.Dr. Adams is an expert in his field of foot care. For over 25 years, he has continued his education receiving certifications for advanced training including procedures for flat foot correction, diabetic wound and ulcer care, and advanced surgical techniques for complex foot deformities.Although highly specialized, he enjoys treating a wide range of foot problems including heel pain (plantar fasciitis), ingrown toenails, thick or deformed fungal nails, Neuromas, skin disorders, Burning foot syndrome (Neuropathy), arthritis, fractures and tendon injuries. He has performed thousands of procedures including reconstructive foot surgery, trauma repair and diabetic limb salvage.Dr. Adams has authored several Journal articles, one including his collaborative research findings in the early detection of diabetic neuropathy (loss of feeling). The results are now widely used in standard tests in everyday medical practices. In addition to publishing, Dr. Adams has lectured at Cal Poly University in San Luis Obispo, local hospitals and many health fairs and functions. He is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and has served as President for the San Luis Obispo & Santa Barbara chapter of the Podiatric Medical Association. He is board certified in Foot and Ankle Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery.Dr. Adams is your best choice for expert knowledge and treatment of your feet. Don't let a small problem become a chronic or serious health issue. Early evaluation leads to the best treatment options and the least invasive procedure. Don't wait, call today. Get the best advise now so you can make the best decision for yourself.We believe our patients deserve to have the information needed to make good choices about their foot and ankle care. Our goal is to educate each patient and begin a relevant treatment program with the highest quality of care available. Whatever your foot and ankle trouble, we will work together to find the answers that will comfort you and bring you relief. We take pride in providing you with a comfortable office experience. Our qualified staff is friendly and will ensure a pleasant visit.Dr. Adams. Mr. Adams is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Metatarsalgia, Tendinitis, Ledderhose Disease, and Plantar Fasciitis.

I strive to offer the best medical care possible to my patients. Mr. Clark is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome, Gangrene, Fibromatosis, and Plantar Fasciitis.

Nathan Ecklund is a Nurse Practitioner in Santa Maria, California. Mr. Ecklund is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Metatarsalgia, Tendinitis, Fungal Nail Infection, and Synovitis. Mr. Ecklund is currently accepting new patients.

I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Mr. O'carroll is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hammer Toe, Plantar Fasciitis, Ledderhose Disease, and Fibromatosis.

Meet our podiatrist, Dr. Byron Collier, DPM, a fellowship-trained foot and ankle surgeon. His mission is to provide superior comprehensive foot and ankle care. He practices at Five Cities Foot & Ankle (Pismo Beach and Santa Maria, CA locations) and is an on-call physician for Dignity Health Hospitals in the area. Dr. Collier completed a three-year Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency at Mount Auburn, a Harvard Medical School Teaching Hospital, and Tufts Medical Center. Dr. Collier subsequently completed a Fellowship at Duke University Medical School with the Department of Orthopedics.Dr. Collier takes great joy in serving his patients and community.  He believes in patient-centered care, knowing the best outcomes are only possible when both the patient and physician work as a team. Mr. Collier is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hammer Toe, Tendinitis, Bunions, and Synovitis.

Brandon Slade is a Nurse Practitioner in Santa Maria, California. Mr. Slade is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Fungal Nail Infection, Ledderhose Disease, Plantar Fasciitis, and Fibromatosis. Mr. Slade is currently accepting new patients.

Elizabeth (Libby) Evans, NP, brings a wealth of experience to her role as a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner. After earning her undergraduate nursing degree from San Diego State University, she gained valuable experience in intensive care and emergency medicine. Ms. Evans then completed her graduate training as a Nurse Practitioner at Fresno State University. Committed to the next generation of healthcare providers, she also serves as a mentor to Nurse Practitioner students. As a longtime resident of Nipomo, Ms. Evans is passionate about providing comprehensive primary and acute care to the community she calls home. In her free time, she enjoys family, gardening, and hiking. Her top areas of expertise are Febrile Neutropenia, Emphysema, Lung Nodules, and Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency.

Mary Cryer is a Nurse Practitioner in Nipomo, California. Her top area of expertise is Vitamin D Deficiency.

Richard Norman is a Nurse Practitioner in Pismo Beach, California. Mr. Norman is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are High Arch, Morton Neuroma, Ledderhose Disease, and Plantar Fasciitis. Mr. Norman is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Fillerup finds being a podiatrist rewarding and fulfilling.  It is gratifying to help others improve their quality of life. The schooling and training, although challenging, helped him prepare  to establish a successful practice and reputation as a skilled and caring physician. He enjoys being cutting edge and continues learning and training in new technology and procedures. Living on the central coast with his wife and five boys has been a dream come true. He has been active in the community and in church and has coached multiple sports for his boys  throughout the years.  He relishes family time, surfing, beach volleyball, fitness, wake boarding and skiing.  He enjoys an active lifestyle and enjoys helping others do the same.Dr. Fillerup has been practicing podiatry for more than 25 years. He believes patients should have an active role in the treatment they receive.   Listening to and valuing a patient's concerns is  essential in establishing an appropriate diagnosis and treatment options.  Patients can then make an informed decision and receive the best treatment for them individually.  The ultimate goal is for his patients to return to their desired activity level as soon as possible. Mr. Fillerup is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Fibromatosis, Ledderhose Disease, Plantar Fasciitis, and Corns and Calluses.

Laura Walker is a Nurse Practitioner in Santa Maria, California. Her top areas of expertise are Metatarsalgia, Bunions, Tendinitis, and Fungal Nail Infection. Ms. Walker is currently accepting new patients.

Leoncio Yap Jr is a Nurse Practitioner in Santa Maria, California. Mr. Yap Jr is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Opioid Induced Constipation, Muscle Spasms, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, and Phantom Limb Pain.

Gabriel Porter is a Nurse Practitioner in Arroyo Grande, California. Mr. Porter is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Plaque Psoriasis, Epidural Lipomatosis, Folliculitis, and Boils.

Sarah Cole is a primary care provider, practicing in Nurse Practitioner in Arroyo Grande, California. Ms. Cole is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Mononucleosis, Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency.

Sari Winans is a Nurse Practitioner in Nipomo, California. Her top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).

Nhatminh Nguyen is a Nurse Practitioner in Nipomo, California.

Janelle Jost is a Nurse Practitioner in Nipomo, California.

Ashley Wells is a Nurse Practitioner in Nipomo, California.

Summer Sheffield is a Nurse Practitioner in Nipomo, California.

Kristen Thorensen is a Nurse Practitioner in Nipomo, California.

Kathleen Macmahon is a Nurse Practitioner in Nipomo, California.

Tracy Tilley is a Nurse Practitioner in Santa Maria, California. Her top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Febrile Neutropenia, and Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). Ms. Tilley is currently accepting new patients.

Ginger’s goal is to be an integral component in the care of her patients and their families. While some of her focus shifted over the years with regard to the area of medical expertise, the desire to provide care and dedication to the best of her ability has never changed. This is a focus that has led her through a number of helpful professions and specialties. She has worked in family medicine, emergency medicine, and critical care medicine until she landed in oncology. Once there she knew that she had found her niche. She has spent over 30 years working in medicine and over half of those working in oncology as an oncology certified nurse.Ginger’s education began at an early age tagging around after her family doctor and peppering him with questions to increase her understanding of the work that would eventually lead her to become a Nurse Practitioner. She has completed her undergraduate and postgraduate education at the University of Colorado and has continued to learn and grow since then in her chosen profession. Her goal to work in a community oncology practice that focuses on care and compassion has led her to Mission Hope Cancer Center. Here, she looks forward to playing a pivotal role in the care of patients and their families.In her spare time, she plays competitive billiards, golfs, exercises and spends time with her family of her husband and two furry pillows that eat—otherwise known as cats. Her top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Febrile Neutropenia, and Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.

Nicole Thompson, MSN, NP-C, grew up on the East Coast and received a Bachelor's of Science degree in Nursing from George Mason University in 2010. She worked as a nurse across multiple specialties while doing  traveling nursing. In 2019 she graduated with a Master's of Science degree in Nursing. She is a board certified Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner and RNFA caring for patients in the clinic and assisting the surgeons in the operating room. Her top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, and Scoliosis.

Anna Goodge, MSN, NP-C,  has a B.A. in Psychology at UCLA, a B.S. in Nursing at Marymount University in Arlington, VA and a Master of Science, Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner at California State University, Dominguez Hills. Anna has Registered Nursing experience working in the Intensive Care Unit/Cardiology in Bethesda, Burn Intensive Care Unit at UC Irvine and Cardiopulmonary Rehab in Santa Maria. Anna carries over 10 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner in Cardiology. In the clinic setting, Anna's main focus in patient care is incorporating evidence-based treatment with a holistic approach, education in medical diagnoses and development of healthy lifestyle prevention practices. Born and raised in Southern California. Anna has lived on the Central Coast since 2006 where she lives with her family. She enjoys hiking, biking, travel, music, gardening and the wonderful lifestyle the Central Coast offers.