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Dr. Jessica Herzog provides exceptional foot and ankle care as a Board-Certified foot and ankle surgeon at Castle Rock Foot & Ankle Care. Dr. Herzog earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Zoology from Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, graduating magna cum laude. She also earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, graduating summa cum laude. She then earned a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree at The Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, Chicago, Illinois. She then completed her comprehensive foot ankle surgical residency program at the Highlands/ Presbyterian St. Luke’s Program in Denver, Colorado.

Dr. Herzog is dedicated to providing exceptional care for all of her patients, which involves taking several factors into consideration to create a treatment plan. She bases this personalized plan on the patient’s lifestyle, living situation, and long-term plans/goals. Dr. Herzog also shows a strong commitment to the Castle Rock and surrounding community as a whole by participating in local events, including races, chamber events and at her local church.

Dr. Herzog, who grew up in Ohio, enjoys spending time outdoors and participating in activities such as running, road/mountain biking, playing tennis and hiking. When she’s not busy doing outdoor activities, she enjoys cooking, traveling and playing the piano. She also embraces the time she spends on her ranch in Larkspur, working outside and exploring nature. She loves doing these things alongside her husband Ryan, son Thor, and daughter Xara.

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Dr. Kornblith is a board-certified podiatrist and Colorado native. She is proud to be serving patients in her home state by welcoming new and existing patients to South Denver Podiatry PLLC. Dr. Kornblith obtained her Bachelor of Science degree at Colorado State University and became a published medical researcher at the University of Colorado. Wanting more patient interaction, she redirected her passion for medicine. She earned her doctorate in podiatric medicine at Kent State College of Podiatric Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. She returned to Colorado and completed her podiatric medicine and RRA surgical residency at Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center, serving Colorado’s veterans. Dr. Kornblith is board certified through the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM). She practices a team approach with her patients. A well-informed, collaborative approach is vital in providing the best medical treatment.

Dr. Emily Opp is a surgically trained foot and ankle specialist who is passionate about helping people optimize their health by treating all conditions of the lower extremity. Her number one priority is to address her patients’ conditions through a collaborative, evidence-based approach, where all conservative options are implemented prior to invasive modalities. Patient education is extremely important to Dr. Opp, and she prides herself in first educating her patients on current medical literature to then guide any decisions on treatment. Dr. Opp is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and associate of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery. She is accomplished in both forefoot and reconstructive rearfoot/ankle surgery. Dr. Opp has a diverse interest in all aspects of foot and ankle health, ranging from preventative care to ingrown toenails to major reconstructive surgery.

Dr. Melissa Hurwitz, originally from Syracuse, NY, is a graduate of D’Youville College in Buffalo, NY. She completed her doctorate degree at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and did her residency training at the world renowned Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. She then went on to complete her fellowship training in Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgery and minimally invasive bunion surgery in Naples, Florida. She is a member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, and is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Throughout her rigorous 3 year residency training and additional one year fellowship, she received extensive training in managing all aspects of foot and ankle pathologies including; sports medicine, trauma, reconstructive and elective surgeries, limb salvage, dermatological diseases and pediatric foot pain.

Dedicated double board certified podiatrist Jared Menchin, DPM serves patients in Lakewood, CO and the greater Denver area at LEAP Foot and Ankle Specialists pllc. Originally from New York, Dr. Menchin received his bachelor’s degree from Binghamton University prior to earning his doctorate degree in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. During his time there, he was a scholarship recipient and was recognized with multiple awards, honors, and leadership positions. Dr. Menchin then completed an intensive three-year residency training program in foot and ankle surgery at the Northwell Health Long Island Jewish Medical Center in Long Island, New York. Dr. Menchin’s training included foot and ankle reconstructive surgery, elective forefoot surgery, sports medicine, complex trauma of the foot and ankle, wound care, and diabetic limb salvage. He is married to Dr. Melissa Hurwitz and has a son and black lab named Harris.

Brett Sachs, DPM, FACFAS is a gifted and compassionate foot and ankle surgeon practicing at Rocky Mountain Foot and Ankle Center in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. After working in private practice for four years, Dr. Sachs joined Rocky Mountain Foot & Ankle Center in 2005. He is also part owner of the practice.

Besides the common foot and ankle complaints that bring patients to the practice – like ingrown toenails and heel pain – Dr. Sachs has extensive training and experience in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, total ankle replacement, arthroscopy, trauma, sports medicine, and regenerative medicine. Dr. Sachs is board certified in foot surgery as well as reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.

Dr. Sachs earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Biology at the University of Maryland and went on to complete his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in 1998. He then served a three-year podiatric surgical residency at Highlands/Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center in Denver, followed by an orthopedic trauma residency at Kaiser Permanente in San Francisco in 2001. Dr. Sachs is a leader in his community and currently serves as faculty for the Highlands-Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency Program. He has held various academic appointments for the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. Dr. Sachs is a nationally recognized lecturer and instructor of surgical skills workshops. Dr. Sachs has authored textbook chapters in trauma, ankle arthroscopy, and surgery in addition to several publications in peer reviewed clinical and surgical research journals, and expert opinion papers. He has a special interest in reconstructive surgery, the treatment of foot and ankle injuries, and cartilage restoration science. Dr. Sachs is also a manuscript peer reviewer for the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He is a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and past president of the Colorado Foot & Ankle Society. Dr. Sachs currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Highlands Foot and Ankle Institute and Colorado State Podiatry Board.

Dr. Sachs is committed to providing the best possible treatments to relieve your foot and ankle pain and help get you back to your daily activities. In his spare time, Dr. Sachs is an avid sportsman and enjoys golf, skiing, hiking, tennis, and running. Dr. Sachs also loves spending time with his wife, daughter, son, and dog.

Matthew Paden, DPM, FACFAS not only serves patients from in and around Wheat Ridge, Colorado at Rocky Mountain Foot and Ankle Center; he’s also the president of the practice. Double board-certified in foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery, Dr. Paden offers a comprehensive range of podiatric services ranging from general treatments for conditions like hammertoes, ingrown toenails, and bunions to diabetic foot care and reconstructive and elective foot and ankle surgeries.

Dr. Paden has been practicing podiatric medicine for almost 30 years. He studied biology and human anatomy at the University of Maryland before completing his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine at the California College of Podiatric Medicine in San Francisco. He served a foot and ankle surgical residency at Vencor Hospital -- now known as Highlands/Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center -- in Denver. He also completed a prestigious diabetic foot fellowship at the Northern California Center for the Diabetic and Insensitive Foot.

Dr. Paden is the co-founder of the Highlands Foot and Ankle Institute. He’s also held various faculty appointments with the residency program at Highland/Presbyterian St. Luke’s. He’s a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association, a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, and a former president of the Colorado Podiatric Medical Association.

As an avid sportsman, Dr. Paden knows how crucial it is to take good care of your feet. Outside of his practice, he is passionate about skiing, technical climbing, and mountain climbing. In fact, in 2008, he completed his final summit of all the Colorado mountains with peaks exceeding 14,000 feet.

As one of the double board-certified podiatrists who treats patients at Rocky Mountain Foot and Ankle Center in Evergreen and Wheat Ridge, Colorado, Dustin Kruse, DPM, MA, FACFAS offers a comprehensive array of podiatry services. He has extensive training and experience in reconstructive and trauma surgery, as well as elective surgery, general podiatric medicine, and diabetic foot care. 

Dr. Kruse studied chemistry, sports medicine, and bioethics at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland before earning his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree at the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Kruse served his residency at Highlands/Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center in Denver, where he specialized in foot and ankle surgery and was chief resident. He's board-certified in both foot surgery and rearfoot/reconstructive surgery. He’s a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. 

Besides his practice, Dr. Kruse maintains an active role in research and academics as the research director and a member of the Residency Committee of the Highlands/Presbyterian St. Luke’s Podiatric Medicine and Surgery residency program. In his spare time, Dr. Kruse maintains an active lifestyle and enjoys cycling, hiking, climbing, skiing, and most other outdoor activities.

Board-certified podiatrist Matthew Hinderland, DPM, brings more than a decade of experience in the diagnosis and treatment of both common and complex foot and ankle problems to the Foot and Ankle Institute of Colorado, serving men, women, and families in and around Colorado Springs, Colorado. 

Dr. Hinderland spent his childhood in several states, including Arizona, California, and Pennsylvania. He began his professional pursuits at Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in biology, graduating Summa Cum Laude.

He subsequently enrolled at Midwestern University in Glendale, Arizona, where he earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine. Following graduation, Dr. Hinderland completed a three year surgical and podiatry residency at Highlands/Presbyterian-St. Luke’s Medical Center in Denver, Colorado. He also spent several years practicing at the Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group in Rockville, Maryland, performing the group’s first ever total ankle replacements.

Dr. Hinderland founded Foot and Ankle Institute of Colorado in 2015. He enjoys helping his patients find relief from foot and ankle pain and works to educate the individuals in his care about maintaining excellent foot and ankle health. 

Dr. Hinderland is board certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery in both reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery along with foot surgery. He also underwent advanced training in ankle replacements, arthroscopy, foot and ankle trauma, and deformity correction, including charcot reconstruction.

When he isn’t augmenting his professional skills or working with patients to develop custom treatment plans, Dr. Hinderland enjoys spending time with his wife and four children. They regularly hike, camp, and spend time in the great outdoors. 

 

Joseph Fleck, DPM, is a board-qualified podiatrist and foot and ankle surgeon. He serves patients at the Foot and Ankle Institute of Colorado, supporting the communities in and around Colorado Springs, Colorado. 

Raised in Prior Lake, Minnesota, Dr. Fleck attended the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis for his undergraduate education. While working towards his degree in physiology, Dr. Fleck published several research studies and coordinated numerous clinical trials. He continued his education at Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine in Independence, Ohio. During his fourth year, Dr. Fleck worked alongside esteemed faculty to become an integral part of a published study on weight-bearing computed tomography (CT) imaging of the lower extremity. 

Dr. Fleck completed his residency in a comprehensive three-year surgical program at Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center in Hartford, Connecticut. He learned innovative surgical techniques for foot and ankle procedures and became a peer-reviewed published author. Following residency, Dr. Fleck was accepted into a highly competitive fellowship position at The American Foundation of Lower Extremity Surgery and Research in Southern New Mexico. During fellowship training, Dr. Fleck was exposed to a rigorous curriculum of foot, ankle, and lower leg pathology with a focus on advanced lower extremity reconstruction, arthroscopy, trauma, external fixation, sports medicine, and total joint replacement. 

When he’s not in the office or operating room, Dr. Fleck enjoys spending time with his wife, their beloved pets, friends, and family. He is passionate about sports and loves playing golf.

Board-certified podiatrist Jordan Cameron, DPM, brings more than a decade of experience in the diagnosis and treatment of foot and ankle problems to the Foot and Ankle Institute of Colorado, serving men, women, and families in and around Colorado Springs, Colorado. 

Dr. Cameron was born and raised in Mesa, Arizona, where he attended and graduated from Red Mountain High School. As a student, Dr. Cameron played football and lacrosse. During his senior year, he tore his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and although the injury kept him sidelined, it triggered his interest in medicine. 

Following high school, Dr. Cameron went on a two-year service mission to Venezuela and became fluent in Spanish. After returning to America, he enrolled at Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona, earning his undergraduate degree in biochemistry. Dr. Cameron subsequently moved to Miami and enrolled at Barry University’s School of Podiatric Medicine. There, he excelled in the program and earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine.

After graduation, Dr. Cameron completed a surgical residency at the Florida Hospital East Orlando residency program. During this time, he received extensive training and experience in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, arthroscopy, foot and ankle trauma, and sports medicine. He also trained in using implants and fusion surgery to treat end-stage arthritis. 

At the Foot and Ankle Institute of Colorado, Dr. Cameron loves helping ease his patient’s pain, allowing them to participate in their favorite activities. He offers a variety of safe, effective treatments that improve mobility, ease inflammation, and encourage healthier lifestyles. 

Outside of the office, Dr. Cameron enjoys spending time with his wife, Melissa and two children, Stetson and Millie. He loves skiing and snowboarding, wake-boarding, golfing, and participating in his son's athletics.

As one of the double board-certified podiatrists who treats patients at Rocky Mountain Foot and Ankle Center in Evergreen and Wheat Ridge, Colorado, Dustin Kruse, DPM, MA, FACFAS offers a comprehensive array of podiatry services. He has extensive training and experience in reconstructive and trauma surgery, as well as elective surgery, general podiatric medicine, and diabetic foot care. 

Dr. Kruse studied chemistry, sports medicine, and bioethics at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland before earning his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree at the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Kruse served his residency at Highlands/Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center in Denver, where he specialized in foot and ankle surgery and was chief resident. He's board-certified in both foot surgery and rearfoot/reconstructive surgery. He’s a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. 

Besides his practice, Dr. Kruse maintains an active role in research and academics as the research director and a member of the Residency Committee of the Highlands/Presbyterian St. Luke’s Podiatric Medicine and Surgery residency program. In his spare time, Dr. Kruse maintains an active lifestyle and enjoys cycling, hiking, climbing, skiing, and most other outdoor activities.

Dr. Meghan Morgan (Blanchet) is a board-certified podiatrist dedicated to providing unparalleled quality of care, personalized for every patient. Through evidence-based medicine, she aims to provide quick relief as well as identify solutions for long-lasting results. Dr. Morgan is passionate about proactive foot and ankle care, and strives to empower her patients with thorough patient education. Since every person has different goals and life circumstances, Dr. Morgan believes in working with patients to develop a personalized treatment plan oriented to individual patient goals. Dr. Morgan completed her podiatric medical degree at Western University of Health Sciences in southern California, where she earned several awards and scholarships, and graduated in the top of her class. She completed her residency at Inova Fairfax Medical Center in northern Virginia. At Inova, she performed over 1700 procedures, receiving extensive training in all aspects of foot and ankle surgery.