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Thurmond Lanier, DPM, MPH, FACFAS, is the founder and medical director of SmartStep Foot and Ankle. As a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon, Dr. Lanier specializes in reconstructive and minimally invasive surgery, bringing years of expertise to help patients regain mobility and live pain-free. Dr. Lanier earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of South Carolina and his podiatric medical degree from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, graduating summa cum laude as class salutatorian. He also holds a Master’s in Teaching from the University of South Carolina and a Master of Public Health from the City University of New York. Dr. Lanier resides in Charlotte, NC, with his wife and four children. He is an avid fan of the Carolina Panthers and South Carolina Gamecocks, and enjoys traveling and attending sporting events with his family.

InStride Comprehensive Foot and Ankle Center

InStride Comprehensive Foot and Ankle Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, offers patients access to a wide range of medical services designed to relieve pain and help them maintain their mobility. Led by board-certified podiatrist Zachary Nellas, DPM, the team offers some of the safest and most effective treatments for a wide range of foot and ankle problems.  

As a comprehensive practice, the team works with each patient to determine the most effective treatment plan for their condition. The team offers individualized treatment for a number of podiatric concerns, including heel pain, ankle sprains, bunions, hammertoe, ingrown toenails, neuromas, and tendon injuries. Dr. Nellas takes the time to understand your needs before recommending treatment. He specializes in a number of conservative and surgical treatments, such as custom orthotics, injection therapy, and Achilles tendon repair. 

Your feet and ankles play a major role in keeping you mobile and active. Injuries or damage to these structures can cause crippling pain and limit your daily activities. InStride Comprehensive Foot and Ankle Center is committed to providing the most effective patient-centered care. To speak with the team about your foot and ankle health, call or book an appointment online today.

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Roxanne Burgess, DPM, is an experienced podiatrist at InStride Foot and Ankle Specialists, a premier podiatry practice with locations throughout North Carolina. InStride is the combined practice of Comprehensive Foot and Ankle, Family Foot Care, Foot and Ankle of the Carolinas, Queen City Foot and Ankle, and Wake Foot and Ankle. Dr. Burgess works at the Charlotte clinic (also known as Instride Queen City Foot and Ankle Specialists).

Dr. Burgess specializes in personalized, comprehensive foot and ankle care for patients of all ages, with an emphasis on sports-related foot and ankle conditions, and heel pain. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in biology from St. John Fisher College in Rochester, New York, and her podiatric medicine doctorate from Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio In 2003, Dr. Burgess completed her 3 years of residency at United Health Services Hospital in Binghamton, New York and DVAMC in Lebanon, Pennsylvania.

She helps patients suffering from sports-related injuries, bunions, arthritis, diabetic foot problems, and other foot or ankle issues using laser therapy and other advanced, state-of-the-art equipment and procedures.

Dr. Burgess maintains her advanced credentials with continuing education. She is board-certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and is a member of the North Carolina Foot and Ankle Society, and the American Podiatric Medical Association.

Dr. Burgess is passionate about helping patients walk with ease, and warmly welcomes them to InStride Foot and Ankle Specialists.

Dr. Blaise Woeste, DPM, is a podiatrist and wound care specialist with InStride Foot and Ankle Specialists, a premier podiatry practice with locations throughout North Carolina. InStride combines the practices of Comprehensive Foot and Ankle, Family Foot Care, Foot and Ankle of the Carolinas, Queen City Foot and Ankle, and Wake Foot and Ankle. Dr. Woeste works at the Matthews and Monroe clinics (also known as Foot and Ankle of the Carolinas).

A specialist with more than two decades of experience, Dr. Woeste completed his undergraduate studies at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. He then attended Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago, Illinois, graduating in 1998. 

He is affiliated with multiple hospitals in North Carolina, including Atrium Health Union (formerly Carolinas Medical Center Union) in Monroe, North Carolina, Atrium Health Union Wound Care in Monroe, North Carolina, and Novant Health Matthews Medical Center in Matthews, North Carolina.

Dr. Woeste is licensed to practice by the state board in North Carolina. A member of both the American Podiatric Medical Association and the North Carolina Foot & Ankle Society, he is a caring, personable specialist who brings particularly strong expertise to wound care for patients of all ages.

Eric Ward, DPM, is an experienced podiatrist at InStride Foot and Ankle Specialists, a premier podiatry practice with locations throughout North Carolina. InStride is the combined practice of Comprehensive Foot and Ankle, Family Foot Care, Foot and Ankle of the Carolinas, Queen City Foot and Ankle, and Wake Foot and Ankle. Dr. Ward works at the Matthews and Monroe clinics (also known as Foot and Ankle of the Carolinas).

Dr. Ward specializes in comprehensive foot and ankle care, including minimally invasive surgery for heel pain. He attended undergraduate college at Ohio Northern University in Ada, Ohio, and received his podiatric medicine doctorate from Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in Independence, Ohio. Dr. Ward completed his preceptorship in Whitehaven Tennessee with Drs. Gold and Cook and podiatric surgical residency at Baptist Memorial Specialty Hospital in Germantown, Tennessee.

He cares for patients suffering from diabetic foot problems, sports-related injuries, gout, chronic foot pain, bunions, and other foot and ankle issues using the most advanced technology and surgical procedures.

Dr. Ward maintains his advanced credentials with continuing education. He is board-certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and is a member of the North Carolina Foot & Ankle Society and the American Podiatric Medical Association. 

He’s affiliated with Carolinas Medical Center, Novant Medical Centers, and Union West Surgery Center. Dr. Ward compassionately welcomes patients to InStride Foot and Ankle Specialists and looks forward to working with them.

Erin M. Younce, DPM, is a gifted podiatrist with InStride Foot and Ankle Specialists, a premier podiatry practice with locations throughout North Carolina. InStride combines the practices of Comprehensive Foot and Ankle, Family Foot Care, Foot and Ankle of the Carolinas, Queen City Foot and Ankle, and Wake Foot and Ankle. Dr. Younce works at the Concord (also known as Instride Family Foot Care) and Mint Hill clinics.

Double board-certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and the American Board of Podiatric Medicine as well as board-qualified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery in Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery, Dr. Younce has outstanding podiatric credentials. She received her degree in podiatry from Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine in Independence, Ohio, and completed her 3-year residency in foot and ankle surgery at St. Vincent Charity Medical Center in Cleveland, Ohio.  

Among Dr. Younce’s areas of focus are diabetic and at-risk foot care, limb salvage, wound care, and forefoot reconstruction. 

Dr. Erin Younce is married to Dr. Neil Younce, DPM, who is also with InStride Foot and Ankle Specialists. They adore spending time with their new daughter, Ruth. Dr. Erin Younce is a former collegiate Division I long-distance runner.