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Riane Teagarden, DPM, is a passionate foot and ankle surgeon based in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She provides comprehensive podiatry care at Albuquerque Associated Podiatrists.  

Dr. Teagarden has always been interested in science. Growing up in the Denver area, you could find her explaining food chains with dioramas of lynx and making play-dough models of hearts. When her younger sister was born with significant medical needs, she started helping out her nurses at home. You could see that passion shift towards medicine. 

When she was in second grade, she brought in a baby doll and demonstrated tube feeding and placement of a g-tube to her class. She saw how medical care helped change her sister’s life by improving her independence and relieving her of pain. She was inspired to provide that same care for others.

Dr. Teagarden attended the University of Northern Colorado and graduated summa cum laude. At the time, she was shadowing many different providers from all specialties and working in an immunology research lab when she discovered podiatry - almost by accident. She, like many, got an ingrown toenail. Afterward, she started shadowing the podiatrists that helped her out in Greeley. Almost instantly, she fell in love with the hands-on approach they had to offer to improve the lives of their patients.

Dr. Teagarden moved to Iowa to attend Des Moines University of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery. Following that, she began her residency at the Department of Veterans Affairs in Albuquerque and completed her residency at Kaiser Northern California in Sacramento. 

Since then, Dr. Teagarden has developed a love of sports medicine, trauma, limb salvage, and wound care. She has experience with the full scope of foot and ankle intervention. She has a tremendous passion for medicine and demonstrates it for her patients by providing the utmost care. She is excited to return to the Southwest and serve the community of Santa Fe.

In her time away from work, Dr. Teagarden enjoys outdoor activities with her dogs and her partner. You can find them hiking, camping, skiing and adventuring. They are looking forward to enjoying the natural beauty of Northern New Mexico.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Haywan Chiu, DPM, is a board-certified podiatric specialist for foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot/ankle surgery at Albuquerque Associated Podiatrists in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He specializes in diabetic limb salvage.

Dr. Chiu's medical education has taken him from coast to coast in the United States. He completed his Bachelor of Science at the University of California, Santa Cruz, in 2007, before moving east for medical school, graduating from the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 2013. His residency took him back to the west coast and the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) Palo Alto Podiatry Residency Program and Stanford University. 

Before joining private practice, Dr. Chiu was an assistant clinical professor at the University of New Mexico in the Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation department. It was during his early years of practice that he found his specialty area: diabetic limb salvage.

Dr. Chiu works with countless patients with diabetes who come to him with severe infections in their legs. The conventional approach is to amputate the leg to get rid of the disease, but Dr. Chiu has found that many people are willing to try an alternative approach to save their foot.

Dr. Chiu welcomes people at risk of a foot amputation, working with them to do everything he can to prevent this from happening. He has pioneered a minimally invasive surgical technique to heal stubborn foot ulcers that is safer and has fewer complications than traditional surgery.

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.

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.

Jason Dunn, DPM, AACFAS is a board qualified residency trained foot and ankle surgeon serving patients at Foot & Ankle Specialists of New Mexico, with locations in Albuquerque, and Rio Rancho New Mexico. Dr. Dunn approaches each patient and their condition uniquely with both conservative and surgical options available.

Dr. Dunn grew up playing competitive sports including tennis and ice hockey in Wisconsin and came to know podiatry due to his own foot injuries over the years. He graduated from Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin with a biology major. He then went on to receive his Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine from Scholl College in North Chicago, Illinois.

Next, he moved to Denver, CO where he completed his rearfoot and forefoot surgical residency program at Eastern Colorado Healthcare System. After his residency, Dr. Dunn moved to Albuquerque where he currently practices with Foot and Ankle Specialists of New Mexico. Dr. Dunn has interest in treating all foot and ankle conditions and has a desire for using the most up to date treatment options available. His clinical interests involve all aspects of foot and ankle surgery

Jeremy Strange, DPM, is a board-certified podiatrist at Foot & Ankle Specialists of New Mexico, with locations in Rio Rancho and Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Strange has more than a decade of private practice experience and treats patients of all ages for any foot and ankle problem.

Dr. Strange graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Utah. He received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree in 2008 from Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University in Chicago, Illinois. He then traveled back to Salt Lake City, Utah to complete his residency at Intermountain Medical Center.

Immediately following residency, Dr. Strange moved back to his childhood hometown of Vernal, Utah and practiced as a solo provider for 11 years. During that time he was able to hone his skills in all aspects of surgical and non-surgical podiatric medical care. He and his wife have since moved to Albuquerque to continue his career as a foot and ankle specialist. Dr. Strange is board certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery in foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot/ankle surgery. 

When not treating patients, Dr. Strange enjoys mountain biking, golfing, kayaking and traveling with his wife.

Paul Whitehouse, DPM, is an experienced podiatrist with the team at Albuquerque Associated Podiatrists in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Whitehouse proudly treats any lower extremity ailments, with a particular interest in the care of traumatic injuries, deformity corrections, and reconstructive surgery of the diabetic foot.

Dr. Whitehouse's medical training began at the University of South Florida, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in biomedical sciences and public health. He then obtained his doctoral degree at Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery in Iowa. Dr. Whitehouse completed his training with a three-year surgical residency at the New Mexico Veteran Affairs Healthcare System in Albuquerque. During his tenure in Albuquerque, he trained under the expertise and guidance of his colleagues, Drs. Matthew Cobb, Haywan Chiu, and Zachary Haas.

Dr. Whitehouse believes in a treatment approach that is logical, understandable, fitting to the patient's personal and professional needs, and rooted in Evidence-Based Medical (EBM) practices. He takes an active role in ensuring his patients receive the most current treatments supported by scientific literature. He has published original research in the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery and has presented his work at various foot and ankle surgical conferences.

In his spare time, Dr. Whitehouse can be found outdoors hiking, camping, and paddleboarding, with his spouse, Lisa, and their two dogs. He is proud to call New Mexico home and looks forward to treating those with foot and ankle needs in Albuquerque and surrounding areas.

Jeremy Strange, DPM, is a board-certified podiatrist at Foot & Ankle Specialists of New Mexico, with locations in Rio Rancho and Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Strange has more than a decade of private practice experience and treats patients of all ages for any foot and ankle problem.

Dr. Strange graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Utah. He received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree in 2008 from Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University in Chicago, Illinois. He then traveled back to Salt Lake City, Utah to complete his residency at Intermountain Medical Center.

Immediately following residency, Dr. Strange moved back to his childhood hometown of Vernal, Utah and practiced as a solo provider for 11 years. During that time he was able to hone his skills in all aspects of surgical and non-surgical podiatric medical care. He and his wife have since moved to Albuquerque to continue his career as a foot and ankle specialist. Dr. Strange is board certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery in foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot/ankle surgery. 

When not treating patients, Dr. Strange enjoys mountain biking, golfing, kayaking and traveling with his wife.