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Haywan Chiu, DPM, FACFAS is a podiatric surgeon board-certified in foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot/ankle surgery at Albuquerque Associated Podiatrists in Albuquerque, New Mexico. As a leading expert in diabetic limb salvage, Dr. Chiu is dedicated to preventing lower extremity amputations through innovative surgical techniques and advanced wound care management.

Education and Training

Dr. Chiu’s extensive education and training have taken him across the United States. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Health Science from the University of California, Santa Cruz, in 2007. He then pursued his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, graduating in 2013. His residency training brought him to the prestigious Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) Palo Alto Podiatry Residency Program and Stanford University, where he honed his expertise in podiatric medicine and surgery, particularly in complex diabetic limb salvage cases.

Academic and Professional Roles

Prior to entering private practice, Dr. Chiu served as an Assistant Professor at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, where he was recruited to help reduce amputation rates by focusing on diabetic limb salvage. He has also held leadership positions in professional organizations, serving as Treasurer for the ACFAS Big West Region and as a member of the Podiatry Advisory Committee for the New Mexico Medical Board.

Research and Contributions to Podiatry

Dr. Chiu is recognized nationally for his work in diabetic foot care and has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and online articles in major podiatric and medical journals. His research has focused on limb salvage techniques, wound healing, and the impact of vascular disease on diabetic foot complications. He is actively involved in ongoing clinical research, including investigations into improving surgical techniques for minor foot amputations and minimally invasive techniques to healing chronic diabetic foot ulcers.

Specialized Surgical Expertise in Diabetic Limb Salvage

Dr. Chiu’s patient-centered approach is what sets him apart. He collaborates closely with individuals at risk of foot amputation, offering them cutting-edge, minimally invasive surgical solutions that promote healing while reducing complications. His pioneering technique for percutaneous medial band plantar fasciotomy has provided a safer alternative for treating stubborn foot ulcers, making a significant impact in the field of limb salvage.

Dr. Chiu is also one of the very few podiatrists in New Mexico offering orthoplastic reconstruction for complex bone and soft tissue problems in the lower extremity. He specializes in complex diabetic foot and ankle reconstruction, including use of external fixation techniques and flap surgery such as fasciocutaneous and muscle flaps for large soft tissue defects. His expertise in this highly specialized field allows him to offer advanced reconstructive options for patients with severe diabetic foot complications, trauma, and infection, providing them with alternatives to major amputations.

Educational Initiatives, Mentorship, and Content Creation

In addition to his clinical and research work, Dr. Chiu is a co-founder of the Foot and Ankle Surgery Academy (FASA), an online video library dedicated to the education and training of podiatry students, residents, and practicing podiatrists worldwide. His passion for education drove him to learn filmmaking, video editing, and audio production, investing thousands of hours into content creation while balancing a demanding schedule. His dedication ensures that FASA provides high-quality instructional content, helping professionals enhance their surgical skills and advance their knowledge base in foot and ankle surgery.

Dedicated to advancing the field of podiatry, Dr. Chiu frequently lectures at national conferences, including the Symposium on Advanced Wound Care (SAWC) and the American Diabetes Association (ADA) Scientific Sessions. He shares his expertise in surgical offloading techniques, wound care innovations, and diabetic foot management. Since moving from UNM, he has been actively involved in the training of the NMVA podiatry residents, ensuring that the next generation of podiatrists is equipped with the latest knowledge and skills in foot and ankle surgery.

Commitment to Patient Care

Dr. Chiu is committed to providing timely and effective treatment, particularly for patients with diabetic foot conditions where delays can lead to serious complications. He also provides second opinions and surgical consultations to ensure patients receive comprehensive care. He understands that every patient is different and has unique circumstances that require a patient-centered treatment plan. To address urgent needs, he offers same-day appointments—just call (505)247-4164.

Lectures and Presentations

• Case in Point: Surgery for Diabetic Foot Ulcers, SAWC Fall 2024

• After The Referral - Watch How Podiatrists Surgically Treat Diabetic Foot Ulcers, American Diabetes Association 84th Scientific Session, 2024

• Recorded Live Case Discussion: Cavus Foot Reconstruction, Neglected Achilles Tendon Ruptures, ASPS 8th Annual Surgical Conference, 2022

• Dermacell Presentation Sponsored by LifeNet Health, SAWC Fall 2022, SAWC Spring 2022

• Surgical Offloading for Diabetic Foot Ulcers, NMPMA Balloon Fiesta Conference, 2018

• Morbidity and Mortality of Diabetic Feet, New Mexico Vascular Surgery Symposium, 2018

• Osteoporotic Fragility Fractures, Kaiser Santa Teresa Orthopaedics Department, 2016

• Subtalar Arthroereisis Implant Removal in Adults: A Prospective Study in 104 Patients, ACFAS Annual Scientific Conference, 2015

Published Research and Peer-Reviewed Publications

• Chiu, H., Zimmer, C., & Chiu, A. (2023). Percutaneous medial band plantar fasciotomy for treatment of chronic plantar hallux ulcers. Case Reports and Series, 3(2), 100291.

• Saxena A, Via AG, Maffulli N, Chiu H. (2016). Subtalar arthroereisis implant removal in adults: A prospective study of 100 patients. J Foot Ankle Surg, 55(3), 500-3.

Personal Interests

Dr. Chiu is married and has three daughters who are passionate about dance. They participate in ballet, hip-hop, jazz, team dance, and recently started ice skating lessons. His two dogs Marv and Harry were named after characters from his wife's favorite movie, Home Alone.

Although he grew up in San Francisco, Dr. Chiu never had much interest in watching professional sports. However, after spending four years in Philadelphia and marrying a woman from Pottstown, PA, he became a dedicated Eagles fan. Go birds!

Matthew Cobb, DPM, is a board-certified podiatric specialist at Albuquerque Associated Podiatrists in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is certified in foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot/ankle surgery and has specialty training in treating pediatric patients.

Dr. Cobb developed an interest in treating lower extremity injuries while playing soccer in high school and at college in Georgia. After college, he moved west to attend medical school at the California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University in Oakland, California, where he graduated with honors in 2005. 

Dr. Cobb completed his residency at Kaiser Permanente’s intensive San Francisco Bay Area Foot and Ankle Residency Program, where he was a co-resident with Zachary Haas, DPM. He completed advanced training in clubfoot deformity under the esteemed orthopedist Ignacio Ponseti, MD, at the University of Iowa, and is one of only a few physicians listed on the official Ponseti Method website. He has published his research in The Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery.

A firm advocate of evidence-based medicine, Dr. Cobb creates individualized treatment plans for each of his patients, tailoring their care program to their specific needs.

Dr. Cobb enjoys outdoor recreational activities. In his spare time, you'll often find him playing with his three children.

Zachary Haas, DPM, is a third-generation podiatry specialist at Albuquerque Associated Podiatrists in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He holds a diplomate from the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (formerly the American Board of Podiatric Surgery) and has certifications in foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot/ankle surgery.

Dr. Haas’s medical training is extensive. He attended the University of California, Davis, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in biology before graduating with high honors from the California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University in San Francisco, California, in 2004.

Dr. Haas went on to complete his residency at the comprehensive San Francisco Bay Area Foot and Ankle Residency Program. While there, he had the privilege of training under the esteemed podiatrist John Schuberth, DPM, in total ankle joint replacements. He also trained with world-renowned orthopedist Ignacio Ponseti, MD, where he focused on manipulation and casting techniques.

Dr. Haas has won recognition from his peers. His awards include the American Board of Podiatric Surgery Outstanding Professional Conduct Award and the Philip Gardner Award for Outstanding Student in Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Haas is a fellow in the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and has authored articles in peer-reviewed publications.

During his school years at the Albuquerque Academy, Dr. Haas excelled in football and baseball. Playing quarterback, he led the Chargers to an undefeated season in 1993 and a district title in 1994. Today, his love of the sport lives on in his role as head coach for the JV team at Albuquerque Academy.

When not in practice or on the field, you’ll find Dr. Haas in the great outdoors with his family, hiking, camping, and mountain biking.

Jose Antonio Hernandez Lingao, DPM, is a podiatric specialist at Albuquerque Associated Podiatrists in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Lingao treats all lower extremity pathology, with a special interest in diabetic limb salvage.
Dr. Lingao attended the University of California, Los Angeles where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. His career took him to the San Francisco Bay Area where he recieved his doctoral degree from the California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University. He was recognized by his peers with the Pierce B Nelson award for exemplifying honesty and dedication to podiatric medicine. Dr. Lingao completed his training with an extensive podiatric surgical residency at the Department of Veteran Affairs Palo Alto and Stanford University. He received advanced training in forefoot and rearfoot pathology and developed a passion for treating lower extremity wounds and limb preservation, particularly for patients with diabetes and peripheral vascular disease.

Steven Wrege, DPM, is a podiatrist at Foot & Ankle Specialists of New Mexico. At the practice’s locations in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, South Valley, Edgewood, and Grants, New Mexico, he proudly provides comprehensive foot and ankle care.

Dr. Wrege is a graduate of Indiana University Bloomington, where he received his undergraduate degree in chemistry. He received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine in 1988 from Des Moines University in Iowa before completing his residency at the VA Medical Center in Albuquerque. He then went on to complete a fellowship with the Indiana Podiatric Medical Association. 

Dr. Wrege is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery in foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot/ankle surgery. Dr. Wrege has been president of the American Diabetes Association – Mountain States Region for Healthcare and Education, where he focused on the prevention of amputation in patients with diabetes. From 2010-2012, his peers elected him as president of the New Mexico Podiatric Medical Association.

In the medical review edition of Albuquerque The Magazine, Dr. Wrege has been consistently listed as one of the city’s best podiatrists. In 2010, a guide to America’s Top Podiatrists by Consumers Research Council of America also named Dr. Wrege one of the nation’s top podiatrists. He was named Podiatrist of the Year by New Mexico Podiatric Medical Association in 2013.

Dr. Wrege has been practicing in Albuquerque since 1992. He possesses the rare combination of an excellent surgeon and a friendly, caring, and down-to-earth personality. Dr. Wrege takes pride in treating his patients in the same way that he would treat his own family. Although he is a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon, rarely is surgery the first option for the majority of foot and ankle problems. Most of the time, he can get patients better without surgery.

When he’s away from the office, Dr. Wrege enjoys skiing, golfing, scuba diving, and traveling with his family. He is married to a native of Albuquerque, and they have two children.

Sharon Walston Kobos, DPM, is a board-certified podiatrist at Foot & Ankle Specialists of New Mexico, with locations in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, South Valley, Edgewood, and Grants, New Mexico. Dr. Kobos treats patients with both surgical and non-surgical foot and ankle problems. 

Born and raised in Albuquerque, Dr. Kobos earned an undergraduate degree in biology from the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque. She was first introduced to podiatry as a teenager when she was a competitive figure skater. This led her to receive her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the California School of Podiatric Medicine (formerly the California College of Podiatric Medicine) in San Francisco, California. She completed a three-year surgical residency program in San Francisco and Santa Ana, California. After her residency, Dr. Kobos decided to return to her hometown of Albuquerque. 

Dr. Kobos treats patients of all ages, offering preventive foot care for the elderly and immunocompromised. She enjoys treating athletes of all types and is a very conservative physician who is largely recognized for a non-surgical approach to patient care whenever possible. When asked, “Why feet?” Her answer was, “Feet are very important. It is hard to land the space shuttle with a flat tire.” 

She is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery in foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot/ankle surgery. She is also a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.

Outside of work, Dr. Kobos’ most important job is being a wife and mother of two daughters. In her free time, she is an avid figure skater and a figure skating judge. She also enjoys skiing, hiking, biking, and running.

Brent Frame, DPM, is an experienced podiatrist at Foot & Ankle Specialists of New Mexico, with locations in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, South Valley, Edgewood, and Grants, New Mexico. Dr. Frame has been practicing in Albuquerque since 1991 and is dedicated to providing high-quality care to his patients.

Dr. Frame is a graduate of Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, where he earned a degree in zoology. Taking a break from his undergraduate studies, Dr. Frame spent two years doing mission work in Amsterdam, Netherlands, and is fluent in Dutch. He also earned a Master of Science in podiatric education and his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the California School of Podiatric Medicine (formerly the California College of Podiatric Medicine). 

Following graduation, he completed his residency training at the Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego, California, and through programs at Kaiser Permanente in Sacramento. During his residency, his emphasis was on diabetic limb salvage, acute foot and ankle trauma, and rearfoot and ankle reconstruction. Dr. Frame is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery in foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot/ankle surgery. 

He previously served as a residency director for Lovelace Medical Group’s podiatry training program in Albuquerque from 1996-2006. Since 2004, he has served as a volunteer Special Olympics “Fit Feet” Director.

Dr. Frame enjoys sharing his vast podiatric knowledge with the community as well as with his patients every day. He and his wife have five children and are the proud grandparents of two grandchildren. As a family, they enjoy vacationing together and being active in their local church. Outside of work, he is involved in various sports programs at La Cueva High School. He also enjoys skiing, gardening, playing the guitar, and occasionally exercising.

Sharon Walston Kobos, DPM, is a board-certified podiatrist at Foot & Ankle Specialists of New Mexico, with locations in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, South Valley, Edgewood, and Grants, New Mexico. Dr. Kobos treats patients with both surgical and non-surgical foot and ankle problems. 

Born and raised in Albuquerque, Dr. Kobos earned an undergraduate degree in biology from the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque. She was first introduced to podiatry as a teenager when she was a competitive figure skater. This led her to receive her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the California School of Podiatric Medicine (formerly the California College of Podiatric Medicine) in San Francisco, California. She completed a three-year surgical residency program in San Francisco and Santa Ana, California. After her residency, Dr. Kobos decided to return to her hometown of Albuquerque. 

Dr. Kobos treats patients of all ages, offering preventive foot care for the elderly and immunocompromised. She enjoys treating athletes of all types and is a very conservative physician who is largely recognized for a non-surgical approach to patient care whenever possible. When asked, “Why feet?” Her answer was, “Feet are very important. It is hard to land the space shuttle with a flat tire.” 

She is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery in foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot/ankle surgery. She is also a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.

Outside of work, Dr. Kobos’ most important job is being a wife and mother of two daughters. In her free time, she is an avid figure skater and a figure skating judge. She also enjoys skiing, hiking, biking, and running.

Steven Wrege, DPM, is a podiatrist at Foot & Ankle Specialists of New Mexico. At the practice’s locations in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, South Valley, Edgewood, and Grants, New Mexico, he proudly provides comprehensive foot and ankle care.

Dr. Wrege is a graduate of Indiana University Bloomington, where he received his undergraduate degree in chemistry. He received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine in 1988 from Des Moines University in Iowa before completing his residency at the VA Medical Center in Albuquerque. He then went on to complete a fellowship with the Indiana Podiatric Medical Association. 

Dr. Wrege is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery in foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot/ankle surgery. Dr. Wrege has been president of the American Diabetes Association – Mountain States Region for Healthcare and Education, where he focused on the prevention of amputation in patients with diabetes. From 2010-2012, his peers elected him as president of the New Mexico Podiatric Medical Association.

In the medical review edition of Albuquerque The Magazine, Dr. Wrege has been consistently listed as one of the city’s best podiatrists. In 2010, a guide to America’s Top Podiatrists by Consumers Research Council of America also named Dr. Wrege one of the nation’s top podiatrists. He was named Podiatrist of the Year by New Mexico Podiatric Medical Association in 2013.

Dr. Wrege has been practicing in Albuquerque since 1992. He possesses the rare combination of an excellent surgeon and a friendly, caring, and down-to-earth personality. Dr. Wrege takes pride in treating his patients in the same way that he would treat his own family. Although he is a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon, rarely is surgery the first option for the majority of foot and ankle problems. Most of the time, he can get patients better without surgery.

When he’s away from the office, Dr. Wrege enjoys skiing, golfing, scuba diving, and traveling with his family. He is married to a native of Albuquerque, and they have two children.

Brent Frame, DPM, is an experienced podiatrist at Foot & Ankle Specialists of New Mexico, with locations in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, South Valley, Edgewood, and Grants, New Mexico. Dr. Frame has been practicing in Albuquerque since 1991 and is dedicated to providing high-quality care to his patients.

Dr. Frame is a graduate of Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, where he earned a degree in zoology. Taking a break from his undergraduate studies, Dr. Frame spent two years doing mission work in Amsterdam, Netherlands, and is fluent in Dutch. He also earned a Master of Science in podiatric education and his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the California School of Podiatric Medicine (formerly the California College of Podiatric Medicine). 

Following graduation, he completed his residency training at the Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego, California, and through programs at Kaiser Permanente in Sacramento. During his residency, his emphasis was on diabetic limb salvage, acute foot and ankle trauma, and rearfoot and ankle reconstruction. Dr. Frame is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery in foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot/ankle surgery. 

He previously served as a residency director for Lovelace Medical Group’s podiatry training program in Albuquerque from 1996-2006. Since 2004, he has served as a volunteer Special Olympics “Fit Feet” Director.

Dr. Frame enjoys sharing his vast podiatric knowledge with the community as well as with his patients every day. He and his wife have five children and are the proud grandparents of two grandchildren. As a family, they enjoy vacationing together and being active in their local church. Outside of work, he is involved in various sports programs at La Cueva High School. He also enjoys skiing, gardening, playing the guitar, and occasionally exercising.