2026 Conference Chairs
Co-Chair
Adrienne Estes, DPM, MS, FACFAS, DABPM, FAPWHc
Director, Continuing EducationAssociate Professor, College of Podiatric Medicine
Western University of Health Sciences
Pomona, CA
Adrienne Estes, DPM, MS, FACFAS, DABPM, FAPWHc is a podiatric surgeon practicing in Southern California. She serves as an Associate Professor at Western University of Health Sciences and is the Director of Continuing Medical Education. Additionally, she practices at Riverside University Health Systems (RUHS). Dr Estes completed her fellowship at the North Jersey Foot & Ankle Fellowship under Dr Michael Subik. She specializes in minimally invasive surgery, complex limb deformity correction, limb salvage, and surgical offloading solutions for diabetic ulcers. She is double board-certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery. Since 2016, she has been a fellow of the Academy of Physicians in Wound Healing. Dr Estes is also the Chief of Podiatry at RUHS and serves as the clinical site coordinator for outside rotating PGY3 residents. In her free time, she enjoys traveling with her husband. You can check out her IG: doctorestes
Co-Chair
Jeffrey Haupt, DPM, FACFAS
Medical DirectorNewport Foot & Ankle Center - Newport Beach
Newport Beach, CA
Newport Foot & Ankle Center founder and medical director Jeffrey Haupt, DPM, FACFAS is a distinguished foot doctor in Orange County, and is passionate about both learning and teaching fundamental techniques in the field of podiatry. He is currently the only podiatrist on the clinical faculty at the University of California, Irvine, and regularly teaches foot and ankle skills workshops to podiatry health professionals all over the country. Dr Haupt is the Founder and Director of Orange County’s only ACFAS Certified Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgery Fellowship Training Program, of which there are only 40 in the United States. He is also the only U.S.-trained podiatric surgeon to undergo a two-week mini-fellowship in Milan, Italy for Advanced Techniques in External Ring Fixation. You and your feet can take great comfort in Dr Haupt’s stellar training, experience, and skill.
2026 Faculty
Kris A DiNucci, DPM, FACFAS
FounderFoot & Ankle Center of Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ
Kris DiNucci, DPM, FACFAS, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained Foot & Ankle Surgeon with extensive expertise in advanced surgical and reconstructive procedures. He is the founder of the Foot & Ankle Center of Arizona and has been consistently recognized by his peers as a Top Doc in Phoenix Magazine for over 17 consecutive years. Nationally regarded as a leader in minimally invasive bunion surgery (MIBS), Dr DiNucci has been instrumental in the evolution of 6th generation techniques, lecturing nationally, publishing peer-reviewed research, and training surgeons across the country. His contributions extend beyond clinical care—serving on national boards, consulting for medical device innovation, and advising on the development of new implants and fixation systems. He is the inventor and patent holder of a hand surgery procedure now commonly in use. Dr DiNucci’s practice philosophy emphasizes personalized, patient-centered care that combines surgical precision with the latest advancements in minimally invasive techniques to achieve optimal outcomes. D. DiNucci enjoys spending quality time with his wife, son, and two daughters. He values family time and the balance it brings to his busy surgical career. Each year, he travels throughout Europe, where he combines his passion for history and culture with opportunities to relax and recharge.
Bogdan Grecea, DPM, AACFAS, DABPM
Vice President, Surgeon Education, Training and OnboardingVoom Medical Devices
Brentwood, TN
Bogdan Grecea, DPM, AACFAS is Vice President of Surgeon Education, Training and Onboarding at Voom Medical Devices in Brentwood, Tennessee. He is a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon who earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Western University of Health Sciences and completed his surgical residency at Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center, where he served as Chief Resident. Dr Grecea is certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery in both forefoot and rearfoot/ankle surgery and holds licenses in California and New York. He has practiced as a foot and ankle trauma and reconstructive surgeon at multiple prestigious facilities, including Beverly Hills Golden Surgery Center, Cedars-Sinai, and various New York ambulatory surgery centers. During his medical education, Dr Grecea demonstrated strong leadership as Class President and Student Government Association President. He organized the Bay Area Residency Research Symposium and served as a panelist for ACFAS, sharing insights on residency selection.
Chandler Horstmeyer, DPM, FACPM, CWSP
Assistant ProfessorWestern College of Podiatric Medicine
Clinical Director
WesternU Foot & Ankle Center
Pomona, CA
Chandler Horstmeyer, DPM, FACPM, CWSP graduated from Western University of Health Sciences Podiatric Medical School in 2018 and completed her surgical training at Chino Valley Medical Center in 2021. Upon graduation she began working at a private practice as an associate for Empire Foot and Ankle Center and as an Assistant Professor at Western College of Podiatric Medicine.
Lisbeth Marie Keplinger, DPM, FACFAS
St. Jude Heritage Medical GroupProvidence St Joseph Hospital Orange
Orange, CA
Shawna Khouri
Arman Kirakosian, DPM, FABPM
Residency Director of Podiatric Medicine and SurgeryDVA San Francisco Medical Center
San Francisco, CA
President, California Podiatric Medical Association
Arman Kirakosian, DPM, FABPM is a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon whose journey into podiatric medicine began after sustaining an injury while playing professional soccer at Titan Stadium in 1999. Originally from Armenia, Dr Kirakosian immigrated to the United States at the age of 13 with his parents and younger brother, bringing with him the resilience and determination that would later define his career. He completed his three-year surgical residency at the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in San Francisco from 2007 to 2010. Following residency, he established private practices in San Carlos and San Bruno, earning recognition for his skill in complex foot and ankle pathology and contributing to the field through multiple peer-reviewed publications. In 2015, Dr Kirakosian returned to the VA San Francisco as a staff podiatric surgeon. By 2017, he was appointed Director of the Podiatric Surgical and Medical Residency Program, where he currently mentors six residents and numerous podiatric medical students. A passionate educator, he taught Gross Anatomy at San Francisco State University from 2006 to 2024, blending academic teaching with real-world surgical experience. Dr Kirakosian also serves as Team Podiatrist for the Sacramento Republic FC (USL) and was named Team Podiatrist for the San Jose Earthquakes (MLS) in 2021. He has traveled internationally as the primary team doctor for the Armenian Women
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Donald McDonald, DPM
FounderWisconsin Foot & Ankle Clinic
Brookfield, WI
Donald T McDonald, DPM is a fellowship-trained foot & ankle surgeon specializing in advanced reconstruction. He is also the founder of Wisconsin Foot & Ankle Clinic located in Brookfield, Wisconsin. Dr McDonald has been trained by some of the world’s best foot & ankle surgeons. Since his days as a medical student at Des Moines University, Dr McDonald completed residency in the city of Detroit at St. John Hospital. This rigorous program offered exposure to diabetic care & limb salvage, elective surgeries, lower limb reconstruction and trauma. In addition, residents received a well-rounded experience in specialties like internal medicine, infectious disease, vascular surgery, emergency medicine and general surgery. Dr McDonald is also one of only a few podiatric surgeons to complete a 1-year fellowship training program with American Health Network in Indianapolis, IN. The AHN program focused on reconstruction, revision, trauma and ankle replacement surgeries. He continues to advance his skills, keeping up to date with the latest research and techniques to better help his patients. Dr McDonald was raised in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, oldest of four siblings in an active family. Part of a successful high school running program, he was able to continue competing for Marquette University on scholarship. Today, Dr McDonald continues to be an avid athlete and runner, bringing a love of functional movement to the practice to help his patients.
Roya Mirmiran, DPM, FACFAS
Sutter HealthSacramento, CA
Roya Mirmiran, DPM, FACFAS is a board-certified podiatric surgeon with Sutter Health in Sacramento, California. She earned her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from California College of Podiatric Medicine and completed her surgical residency at Lovelace Medical Center and the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Albuquerque. Dr Mirmiran is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) and has served in numerous leadership roles, including Chair of the Post Graduate Affairs Committee and Section Editor for the Journal of Foot & Ankle Surgery. She has been actively involved with the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, serving on its Board of Directors and multiple committees. Recognized as one of America's Most Influential Podiatrists by Podiatry Management Magazine and named Sacramento Top Docs, Dr Mirmiran has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and book chapters. She is dedicated to advancing podiatric education and research while providing exceptional patient care.
Kelsey Moore, PhD
Joseph Park, DPM, FACFAS
Assistant ProfessorCollege of Podiatric Medicine Western University of Health Sciences
Pomona, CA
Joseph Park, DPM, FACFAS is a Fellowship trained, board certified podiatric surgeon. He is an Assistant Professor at Western University College of Podiatric Medicine and the Residency Director of the Riverside University Hospital System Residency Program. Dr Park has interest in foot and ankle reconstruction and diabetic limb salvage.
Jason Porter
Chief Real Estate Asset StrategistLegally Mine
Orem, UT
Jason Porter began investing in real estate in 1992. His portfolio has included single family fix and flips, multi-family, raw land developments, mobile and modular home developments, and resort developments. As his portfolio grew, he became increasingly concerned about protecting himself and his companies from lawsuits. His search for an asset protection law firm led him to Legally Mine in 2008 where he became a client. Mr Porter hit it off with the founder and owner of Legally Mine, Dan McNeff, as they share many similar interests and experiences. Eventually Jason took a position as Chief Real Estate Asset Strategist and went from client to advocate. He brings his years of experience as a business owner, investor, and strategist... along with his unique and insightful speaking style, to an invaluable subject for all medical, dental, or real estate investing professionals.
David A Pougatsch, DPM
PresidentLos Angeles County Podiatric Medical Association
Los Angeles, CA
CEO, Solution Practice Management, Inc.
David A. Pougatsch, DPM is a fellowship-trained Podiatrist specializing in advanced wound care, diabetic limb salvage, and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. He is the author of numerous publications and has been involved with various clinical research studies. Dr Pougatsch is an Attending Faculty, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. Dr Pougatsch currently serves as President of the Los Angeles County Podiatric Medical Association. He is also the Director-at-Large, California Podiatric Medical Association. Dr Pougatsch is also the CEO of Solution Practice Management, Inc.
Thomas Rambacher, DPM, FACFAS, FAPWCA
Foot Ankle Leg Wound Care Orange CountyMission Viejo, CA
Thomas Rambacher, DPM, FACFAS, FAPWCA is a double board-certified surgeon and wound doctor at Foot Ankle Leg Wound Care Orange County in Mission Viejo, California. He is one of the few wound care specialists and podiatrists in the region who specialize in orthoplastics (flap reconstruction), limb salvage, and highly specialized wound care. Dr Rambacher received his degree in podiatric medicine from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in Independence, Ohio, now called the Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine (KSUCPM). His primary podiatry residency at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation involved many subspecialty rotations like orthopedics, endocrinology, rheumatology, emergency medicine, and podo-pediatrics. Dr Rambacher has performed numerous surgical rotations in Ohio at Cleveland Veteran Administration Hospital, The Podiatry Institute, Ohio State University (OSU), Kaiser Permanente, and the Jewish Hospital Ohio. He also had high-volume surgical training in the Saddleback Valley Residency Training Program at Los Angeles and Orange County hospitals. Incorporating extensive training from the East and West coasts, Dr Rambacher works closely with patients to limit downtime so they can quickly return to hobbies and work. He provides the most advanced treatments and integrates them into his patients
Matthew D Robinson, DO
Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports MedicineTemecula, CA
Matthew D. Robinson, DO, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic trauma surgeon in private practice in Temecula, California. After a BS in biochemistry at UC Davis and his DO at Western University of Health Sciences, he completed orthopaedic surgery residency at Botsford Hospital/Beaumont Health in Michigan and an orthopaedic trauma fellowship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. At Southwest Healthcare Inland Valley — the region’s trauma center — he serves as Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery Liaison and on the Trauma Services Committee, authored the system’s orthopaedic trauma protocols for its Level II designation, and previously served as Vice-Chair of the Department of Surgery. His practice spans complex fracture care, pelvic and acetabular trauma, limb-threatening soft-tissue injury, and the post-operative wound management that decides how those patients recover. Dr Robinson is an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of California, Riverside School of Medicine, teaching in the Riverside University Health System orthopaedic residency — where residents have twice named him Mentor of the Year — and clinical faculty at Western University. He lectures nationally for the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics on pelvic ring, tibial plateau, and percutaneous fixation techniques, and his research on sacroiliac and transsacral screw imaging is published in Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery.
Shannon Rush, DPM
Tri-Valley Orthopedic Specialists, IncPleasanton, CA
Director, TriValley Foot and Ankle Fellowship
Pleasanton, CA
Shannon M Rush, DPM is board certified in Foot and Reconstructive Rearfoot and Ankle Surgery joining Tri-Valley Orthopedic Specialists after 20 years of experience in the Bay Area. Dr Rush has a special interest in Foot and Ankle Reconstruction, foot and ankle trauma, fracture care, sports injuries, cartilage repair techniques, arthroscopy, and ankle Joint replacement. Dr Rush has been involved in ongoing clinical research and has contributed to several Foot and Ankle Surgical textbooks and has published 32 peer reviewed research articles. In 2009, Dr Rush received international recognition for the first publication of stem cell bone grafting for lower extremity limb salvage. Dr Rush grew up playing sports which continued in college. Being an athlete and maintaining a fitness-oriented lifestyle Dr Rush understands and remains focused on sports injures and how to better treat his patients as new techniques and technologies emerge.
Jodi Schoenhaus Gold, DPM, RPhs, FACFAS
FounderFoot, Ankle, Leg & Vein Center
Boca Raton and Boynton Beach, FL
Jodi Schoenhaus Gold, DPM, RPhs, FACGAS, is the founder of Foot, Ankle & Leg Vein Center, which has state-of-the-art locations in Boca Raton and Boynton, Florida. After completing her undergraduate degree in kinesiology from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Dr Schoenhaus Gold attended medical school. She earned her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia. Dr Schoenhaus Gold spent three years of her residency training in lower extremity surgery at the former Graduate Hospital in Philadelphia. She regularly participates in continuing education to learn about the most cutting-edge advances in medicine and surgery. Currently, Dr Schoenhaus Gold is board certified through the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery in reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery with a subspecialty in phlebology. Dr Schoenhaus Gold is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. She also maintains professional memberships with the American College of Phlebology and the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. In 2005, Dr Schoenhaus Gold opened Foot, Ankle & Leg Vein Center as a unique boutique medical practice and has since established herself as a leading specialist in Palm Beach County. Her philosophy is simple: Walk with comfort and look great doing it! She has also gained a reputation internationally for her skills, and patients travel far and wide for her fat cushion restoration, which restores lost padding in the feet. In addition to running a full-time podiatric practice, Dr Schoenhaus Gold is the medical director of Shuzz. This non-profit foundation provides foot and ankle medical care, as well as new shoes, to underserved patients domestically and internationally. She is a national lecturer and published author. In addition, Dr Schoenhaus Gold was recently awarded
John Steinberg, DPM, FACFAS
Co-DirectorCenter for Wound Healing at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
Director
Podiatric Residency Training Program
MedStar Health
Washington, DC
John S Steinberg, DPM, FACFAS, is the Co-Director of the Center for Wound Healing at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and is the Director of the Podiatric Residency Training Program at MedStar Health. Dr Steinberg is a Professor in the Department of Plastic Surgery at Georgetown University School of Medicine. He is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery in foot surgery and in reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery. Dr Steinberg completed a three-year surgical residency at the Inova Fairfax Podiatric Residency Program and then completed a one-year Diabetic Foot/Limb Salvage Fellowship with the University of Texas at San Antonio. In addition to general foot and ankle care, the majority of Dr Steinberg's practice is devoted to non-healing wounds and surgical care of the patient with diabetic foot complications. His wound care team takes a progressive, often surgically based approach that helps to speed healing and avoid amputation. Dr Steinberg has lectured extensively on diabetic limb salvage both nationally and internationally. He dedicates significant effort to clinical research, education, and publication in the field of wound healing and limb salvage surgery.
Raquel Sugino, DPM, MS, FACFAS
The Foot Doctors of KCBelton, MO
Raquel Sugino, DPM, MS, FACFAS, is a fellowship-trained foot and ankle surgeon specializing in comprehensive reconstruction of the foot and ankle. She is board certified in foot and reconstructive rearfoot/ankle surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS). Dr Sugino advanced her surgical and clinical training by completing an additional year of fellowship at the Newport Advanced Foot & Ankle Fellowship in Newport Beach, CA. Her training focused on reconstructive forefoot, hindfoot and ankle surgery, including complex Charcot reconstructions utilizing Ilizarov external fixators, limb deformity correction, lower extremity trauma, sports medicine, total ankle replacement, and plastics procedures including advanced muscle, adipofascial and skin flaps for limb salvage. Prior to fellowship, Dr Sugino completed a three-year podiatric surgical residency at Swedish Covenant Hospital in Chicago, IL where she trained at the prestigious Weil Foot & Ankle Institute. Simultaneously, she completed a Dermatopathology Fellowship that specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of numerous skin and soft tissue disorders including skin cancer with Bako Pathology in Alpharetta, GA. She received her medical education from Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery. Dr Sugino grew up in Wailuku, HI and received her BS in Biology, Minor in Music, and MS in Molecular Biology Infectious Disease from University of the Pacific in Stockton, CA. Dr Sugino has been very active in research throughout her training, and she has multiple awards for her work. She is a speaker at many conferences around the country, and she is an active member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) and the American Microsurgical Orthoplastic Society (AMOS). She is also an attending physician at the University Health Lakewood Medical Center podiatric residency program. With a passion for education and mentorship, she is dedicated to teaching and guiding the next generation of podiatrists. Dr Sugino is recognized as a devoted patient advocate who focuses on advancing patient care through research, education, and treating patients like family. She incorporates evidence-based medicine and the most advanced treatments and technologies specific to each patient. Her passion in research and remaining current on the latest studies has a large influence on how she guides individualized patient care. Dr Sugino enjoys training for marathons, soccer, hiking, camping, surfing, rock climbing, traveling, and spending time with her husband, Jason, and their rescue dogs, Foxy and Mochi.
Katie Turnbull, BS, MBA
Marketing Strategic Accounts ManagerEnovis
Katie Turnbull, BS, MBA is an accomplished medical device manager, most recently serving in senior sales leadership with Bone Growth Therapies, overseeing a large twelve-state region of the bone growth market. Whether cultivating strong physician and healthcare relationships, developing the talent of a new recruit, or taking the time to hear the story of a patient in need, Katie believes true success is person-centered. For almost two decades, Katie has passionately driven sustainable growth, built high-performing and reliable teams, and delivered significant year-over-year achievements in markets across the Western United States. Throughout her career, Katie has never lost her excitement for clinical data or her appreciation that, ultimately, our work can help facilitate healing for others. From frontline sales to executive-level leadership, she has earned numerous individual honors while also leading teams to more than 15 President’s Club and other distinguished performance awards, fostering a shared culture of excellence. Her broad experience across multiple areas of healthcare includes not only medical devices for bone growth stimulation, but also pharmaceutical hypertension therapies, hyaluronic acid injections, foot and ankle hardware, small plates and screws for upper-extremity procedures, and external fixation frames. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Policy and Administration with a minor in Business, as well as a Master of Business Administration with dual concentrations in Management and Information Systems.