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Dr. Rao is a Cleveland, OH native, and specializes in both conservative and surgical treatment of the foot and ankle, with specialty interests in minimally invasive surgical techniques, sports injuries, and fracture care, reconstructive surgery, advanced arthroscopic techniques, cartilage restoration/repair, regenerative medicine and injection therapy, deformity correction, bunion correction, and arthritis. He attended Miami University (Ohio) for his undergraduate studies, where he received a bachelors degree in psychology/neuroscience. He then pursued his masters degree, followed by simultaneous doctoral degrees from Kent State University, completing his DPM as well as a PhD, in exercise physiology. During this time, Dr. Rao served as student body president and president of the Pi Delta National Honor Society, and graduated both degrees Summa Cum Laude. He then completed a three-year Podiatric Surgical Residency at the Highlands Presbyterian/ St. Luke’s Medical Center in Denver, Colorado, where he served as Chief Resident during his final year. This was followed by an additional one-year fellowship in advanced foot/ankle reconstruction, sports injuries and trauma at the prestigious Silicon Valley Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Fellowship with Sutter Health-Palo Alto Medical Foundation in Mountain View, California.
Dr. Rao is passionate about healing his patients, and believes in the constant pursuit of excellence. He has authored several publications in both scientific journals and textbooks. He is the recipient of several awards and distinctions, serves on the board of directors for The Podiatry Foundation, and speaks regularly at local, state and national meetings and conferences. He is board certified by both the American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery and the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Rao recently moved to Austin with his wife and son and is preparing for the arrival of their new baby girl. Dr. Rao and the team at Foot Specialists of Austin look forward to providing you with extRAOrdinary care!
Dr. Nilin Rao, DPM, PhD
Podiatrist
601 East Whitestone Boulevard
Suite 226
Cedar Park, TX 78613
Sports Medicine Associates of San Antonio
Marque Allen, DPM, FACFAS, is a podiatrist and double board-certified foot and ankle surgeon bringing more than 20 years of experience in podiatry and sports medicine to Sports Medicine Associates of San Antonio, serving people of all ages at two convenient locations in San Antonio, Texas.
Dr. Allen began his professional pursuits at Rowan University in Glassboro, New Jersey, earning his undergraduate degree. He subsequently enrolled at the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, graduating with his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine.
He completed five years of additional training in foot and ankle injuries and surgery, an internship at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, and a foot and ankle surgical residency within the Thomas Jefferson University Health System, also in Philadelphia.
Dr. Allen also completed a fellowship at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. Dr. Allen proudly holds membership in several professional organizations, including the American College of Sports Medicine, the American Podiatric Medical Association, and the Texas Podiatric Medical Association. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, and a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine.
In 2001, Dr. Allen became a founding partner at Sports Medicine Associates of San Antonio. Both practice locations provide comprehensive podiatry and sports medicine care for active people who participate in sports, marathons, and other physically demanding activities.
Dr. Allen uses evidence-based medicine to diagnose and treat people with various conditions that affect the feet and ankles, including Achilles tendonitis, traditional tendonitis, foot sprains, high ankle sprains, and plantar fasciitis. Dr. Allen also provides cutting-edge, minimally invasive Lapiplasty® for the treatment of bunions.
He loves getting to know the people in his care. He is passionate about helping them feel better and sets aside plenty of time to answer questions and concerns. Over the years, he has worked with athletes of all experience levels, from Olympians to high school standouts.
Dr. Allen is committed to quick and effective treatment. Anyone with an athletic injury gets an appointment within 24 hours. Aside from conducting exams and developing custom care plans, Dr. Allen educates patients. He believes that when individuals fully understand the source of their symptoms, they’re better able to make changes that can improve their quality of life.
Whenever possible, Dr. Allen uses conservative treatments like physical therapy, regenerative medicine, and lifestyle modifications. He also offers an exclusive line of CBD products. For more complex issues, Dr. Allen offers both open and minimally invasive surgery options.
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Dr. Marque Allen, DPM
Podiatrist
21 Spurs Lane
Suite 300
San Antonio, TX 78240