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C. Jon Beecroft, DPM, of Ahwatukee Foot & Ankle Center in Phoenix and Maricopa, Arizona, did a three-year surgical residency and has more than 15 years experience in surgery and medicine. He is qualified to treat orthopedic, dermatological, diabetic, trauma, reconstruction and any medical problems with the foot and ankle.

He started with Ahwatukee Foot and Ankle in 2005 and with Maricopa Foot and Ankle office in 2008. He has office hours in both Ahwatukee and Maricopa.

Before starting with Ahwatukee and Maricopa Foot and Ankle offices, Dr. Beecroft attended Des Moines University, Osteopathic Medical Center College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery and received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine in 2002. He then completed his Carl T. Hayden VAMC Podiatric Surgical Residency in 2005. Since that time, he enjoys giving back and teaching resident doctors medicine and surgical techniques.

Dr. Beecroft is fluent in both English and Spanish. When not caring for patients in the office or performing foot and ankle surgeries, Dr. Beecroft enjoys reading and writing and especially spending time with his wife Aimee.

Kelvin S. Crezee DPM, FACFAS, of Ahwatukee Foot & Ankle Center in Phoenix and Maricopa, Arizona, is double board-certified in surgery and medicine. He completed his undergraduate studies at Brigham Young University and the University of California at Berkeley. He then moved on to complete medical school in San Francisco with honors followed by a highly prestigious, multi-year surgical residency program near Detroit at Kern Hospital for Specialty Foot and Ankle Surgery. His training included trauma and reconstructive surgery in adult and pediatrics.

In addition, Dr. Crezee has specialty training in diabetes and sports medicine. Continuing with his academic endeavors, Dr. Crezee has served as an Associated Clinical professor at several medical schools and helped found the Carl T. Hayden Veterans Administration Podiatric Surgical Residency Program, the largest Foot and Ankle residency training program in Arizona where he continues to train young surgeons. Dr. Crezee has been serving our veterans for over 25 years.

Dr. Crezee began private practice in 1989 and is currently accepting new patients. When he’s not caring for patients, Dr. Crezee enjoys time with his wife, four children, and five grandchildren. Dr. Crezee’s hobbies include 4-wheeling, fishing, and flying.

Jordan Richardson, DPM of Ahwatukee Foot & Ankle Center in Phoenix and Maricopa, Arizona received his bachelor’s degree at Arizona State University and his doctorate from Western University of Health Sciences, College of Podiatric Medicine in Pomona, California.

 

Dr. Richardson was born and raised in Arizona and loves the desert. He completed a three-year podiatric and surgical residency with reconstructive rearfoot and ankle certification at Intermountain Medical Center in Murray, Utah. During residency training, he spent time training with top-tier surgeons and physicians. Training all aspects of podiatric medicine and surgery including reconstructive diabetic limb salvage, foot and ankle trauma, and sports medicine. He is well trained in both conservative and surgical approaches to podiatric care and believes in putting his patient’s needs first.

 

Prior to a career in medicine, Dr. Richardson acquired many skills from careers as a veterinary technician, police aide, and home automation. However, he found his passion in podiatry and caring for patients. Outside of work, he can be found spending time with his wife and five children. He also enjoys working on cars, cooking, playing guitar, and outdoor recreation. 

Cuauhtemoc Gallardo-Prado, MD, is a compassionate family medical doctor at Clinica Medica Hispana in Phoenix, Arizona. He dedicates himself to providing exceptional healthcare services to individuals and families. With a strong commitment to patient-centered care, Dr. Gallardo-Prado strives to foster lasting relationships built on trust, respect, and open communication.

As a graduate of the Autonomous University of Baja California School of Medicine, Dr. Gallardo-Prado earned his medical degree with honors, demonstrating his academic excellence and passion for medicine. He has comprehensive training in diagnosing and managing various medical conditions across all age groups.

Dr. Gallardo-Prado focuses on preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and acute care. With a deep understanding of the unique needs of individuals and families, Dr. Gallardo-Prado empowers patients to take an active role in maintaining their well-being.

Dr. Gallardo-Prado stays abreast of the latest advancements in medical research and technology. He regularly attends medical conferences and engages in continuous professional development activities to ensure the delivery of evidence-based and up-to-date medical care to his patients.

In addition to practicing full-time, Dr. Gallardo-Prado is actively involved in mentoring future healthcare professionals. 

Dr. Gallardo-Prado values the importance of fostering a warm and welcoming environment within the practice. He believes in building strong partnerships with his patients, actively listening to their concerns, and tailoring treatment plans to meet individual needs. His compassionate approach helps patients feel comfortable and confident in their healthcare journey.

Outside of his professional endeavors, Dr. Gallardo-Prado enjoys spending time with family, pursuing personal interests, and participating in community outreach initiatives to improve healthcare access and promote wellness.

Dr. Gallardo-Prado welcomes new patients to his practice and looks forward to providing compassionate and comprehensive healthcare services to individuals and families within the community.

Zachary Flynn, DPM, FACFAS, is a podiatrist practicing at Arizona Foot Health in Phoenix, Arizona. He is board certified in foot and reconstructive rearfoot & ankle surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. Dr. Flynn’s goal is to deliver top-quality care to his patients in a warm and welcoming environment.

Dr. Flynn became interested in podiatric medicine at an early age when he accompanied family members to podiatry appointments for various ailments. He marveled at podiatry’s scope and how a podiatric surgeon could provide significant relief from ailments like heel and ankle pain. He also appreciated the complexity of the foot and ankle and the impact they have on a person’s daily life.

Dr. Flynn completed his undergraduate studies at Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona. He went on to earn his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Kent State University in Kent, Ohio. After graduation, Dr. Flynn was accepted to Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center’s residency program in Hartford, Connecticut, where he received invaluable training in forefoot reconstruction, hindfoot and ankle instruction, trauma, and diabetic limb salvage.

After completing his residency, Dr. Flynn furthered his surgical expertise in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery and total joint replacement by completing the Dr. Lawrence DiDomenico’s fellowship program in Youngstown, Ohio. Through this program, he gained valuable insights into performing limb salvage, Charcot reconstruction, revision surgery, and total ankle replacement. The totality of his training places Dr. Flynn in the unique position of having advanced training, surgical knowledge, and the patient skills to successfully treat the most complex lower extremity pathologies.

Dr. Flynn has returned to his roots here in Arizona and has found a community that he enjoys treating and is committed to using his expertise and passion for foot and ankle surgery to improve patient outcomes. He offers some of the most advanced treatments in his field to address conditions like bunions, flat feet, and sprained ankles. He is also well-known for treating a variety of sports-related conditions. 

Dr. Flynn is trained in the latest surgical techniques and can perform advanced procedures, including ankle arthroscopy and ankle replacement, to ensure the best outcomes for patients.

Dr. Flynn takes a collaborative approach to care, partnering with patients to determine the best possible treatment plan to help them achieve their goals. He is dedicated to providing personalized, patient-centered care and looks forward to welcoming each patient to Arizona Foot Health. To schedule an appointment, call the office or request an appointment online today.

Dr. Meka received training in venous valve repairs, deep venous reconstructions, perforators ablations during medical school. During her General Surgery training at Memorial Health University in Georgia, she developed core vascular surgery operating skills. She also presented and published several vascular papers during her residency. She then completed advanced training in endovascular techniques during her vascular surgery fellowship. Dr. Meka completed her Vascular Surgery Fellowship at the University of Arkansas in 2011. After Fellowship, Dr. Meka worked as a consulting vascular surgeon at Harris Methodist hospital in Texas. Following this, she took academic vascular surgery position at VA Medical Center in Phoenix, in affiliation with Banner University Medical Center. She holds a position as Clinical Asst. Professor and is double board-certified by the American Board of Vascular Surgery and American Board of Vascular Medicine.

C. Jon Beecroft, DPM, of Ahwatukee Foot & Ankle Center in Phoenix and Maricopa, Arizona, did a three-year surgical residency and has more than 15 years experience in surgery and medicine. He is qualified to treat orthopedic, dermatological, diabetic, trauma, reconstruction and any medical problems with the foot and ankle.

He started with Ahwatukee Foot and Ankle in 2005 and with Maricopa Foot and Ankle office in 2008. He has office hours in both Ahwatukee and Maricopa.

Before starting with Ahwatukee and Maricopa Foot and Ankle offices, Dr. Beecroft attended Des Moines University, Osteopathic Medical Center College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery and received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine in 2002. He then completed his Carl T. Hayden VAMC Podiatric Surgical Residency in 2005. Since that time, he enjoys giving back and teaching resident doctors medicine and surgical techniques.

Dr. Beecroft is fluent in both English and Spanish. When not caring for patients in the office or performing foot and ankle surgeries, Dr. Beecroft enjoys reading and writing and especially spending time with his wife Aimee.

Jordan Richardson, DPM of Ahwatukee Foot & Ankle Center in Phoenix and Maricopa, Arizona received his bachelor’s degree at Arizona State University and his doctorate from Western University of Health Sciences, College of Podiatric Medicine in Pomona, California.

 

Dr. Richardson was born and raised in Arizona and loves the desert. He completed a three-year podiatric and surgical residency with reconstructive rearfoot and ankle certification at Intermountain Medical Center in Murray, Utah. During residency training, he spent time training with top-tier surgeons and physicians. Training all aspects of podiatric medicine and surgery including reconstructive diabetic limb salvage, foot and ankle trauma, and sports medicine. He is well trained in both conservative and surgical approaches to podiatric care and believes in putting his patient’s needs first.

 

Prior to a career in medicine, Dr. Richardson acquired many skills from careers as a veterinary technician, police aide, and home automation. However, he found his passion in podiatry and caring for patients. Outside of work, he can be found spending time with his wife and five children. He also enjoys working on cars, cooking, playing guitar, and outdoor recreation. 

Dr. Farid Zehtab, DO is a General Surgery Specialist in Glendale, AZ, and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Western Univ of Health Sciences/College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, Western University of Health Sciences medical school in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Abrazo West Campus, Banner Estrella Medical Center, and Honor Health. Dr. Zehtab has additional training in Robotic Surgery and laparoscopic hernia surgery.

Since 1981, Rama Muddaraj, MD has been helping patients in the Goodyear, Arizona area overcome both minor and severe health conditions through expert surgical intervention. To offer each patient the best, most advanced surgical care possible, Dr. Muddaraj is an expert in laparoscopic techniques that significantly reduce the risks associated with traditional surgery.

And Dr. Muddaraj doesn’t stop there. Besides his work in laparoscopic surgery, he also avails himself of the latest technology in robotic surgery to offer an extra degree of precision and accuracy for all of his procedures.

Dr. Muddaraj earned his medical degree from Karnataka Medical College in Hubli, India. After coming to the United States, he became a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons, the American Society of General Surgeons, and the Phoenix Surgical Society. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

To help young doctors learn the latest surgical techniques, Dr. Muddaraj is a clinical assistant professor at Midwestern University in Glendale, Arizona.

While Dr. Muddaraj has considerable experience and expertise in all areas of general surgery, he has additional training in hernia repair, and his areas of interest include treatment of breast disease and laparoscopic hernia surgery.

Dr. Narain has been in practice in Arizona since 2001. He received his Medical Degree from Rajendra Medical College in Ranchi, India. He is a Fellow of the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgery, a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburg, U.K., and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Narain serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Midwestern University. Dr. Narain has additional training in Minimally Invasive Laparoscopic Colon Surgery and Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgery. 

Michael Orris, DO, MBA, FASMBS, is a founding partner and lead surgeon at AZ Weight Loss Clinic – located in Tempe, Glendale, Phoenix, Queen Creek, Sun City West, and Tucson, Arizona – and Arizona Surgical Institute. 

Dr. Orris graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, completed his residency at Pinnacle Health in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and earned a master’s degree in healthcare administration from St. Joseph’s University. 

With a passion for helping patients attain and maintain a healthy weight, Dr. Orris successfully performs hundreds of weight-loss surgeries every year. Patients benefit from his years of bariatric surgery experience and the personal intensity he brings to each case. Recognized consistently as a “Top Doc” by PHOENIX Magazine, Dr. Orris is also proficient in hiatal hernia repair, umbilical, inguinal and abdominal wall hernia repair, upper endoscopy, colonoscopy, gallbladder surgery, and gastrointestinal surgery. 

Board Certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery, Dr. Orris is a fellow of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. 

Dr. Orris is currently accepting new patients and has office locations in Tempe, Mesa, Glendale, West Phoenix, and North Tucson. Dr. Orris has surgical privileges at Banner Estrella, Banner Gateway, Chandler Regional, Mercy General Medical Center, Tempe St. Luke’s, Abrazo Central Campus, Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital, and East Valley Surgery Center.

 

Committed to the long-term success and health of his patients, Thomas Buddensick, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained surgeon who specializes in weight loss surgery. Dr. Buddensick provides patients with compassionate, comprehensive care at AZ Weight Loss Clinic, which has locations in Tempe, Glendale, Phoenix, Queen Creek, Sun City West, and Tucson, Arizona.

After completing his undergraduate degree at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Dr. Buddensick received his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore. Dr. Buddensick began his career with a residency in general surgery at the Bariatric Center of Excellence in Baltimore.

Dr. Buddensick also received training in advanced laparoscopic procedures during his bariatric surgery fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Dedicated to the long-term impacts of weight loss, Dr. Buddensick takes the time to understand the needs and goals of each of his patients to help ensure success. He looks forward to welcoming both new and returning patients to AZ Weight Loss Clinic.

 

 

Catherine Ho, DO, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained surgeon who specializes in weight loss surgery. She provides expert and compassionate care to patients in Phoenix, Tempe, Glendale, Queen Creek, Sun City West, and Tucson, Arizona, at the AZ Weight Loss Clinic. 

Passionate about helping her patients reach their health goals, Dr. Ho is committed to her patients as they embark on their weight loss journey. He received her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific in Pomona, California. 

After obtaining her medical degree, Dr. Ho completed her general surgery residency at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center in Colton, California. She then completed her fellowship at Cleveland Clinic Florida, where she helped research and uncover innovations in the field of bariatric surgery. Extensively trained in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery, Dr. Ho uses her expertise to find treatments and solutions that fit the needs of each unique patient. 

After completing general surgery training in her hometown of Birmingham, Alabama, Dr. Jennifer Boll completed extensive training in plastic surgery at the world renowned Mayo Clinic in Minnesota. Here she learned skills and techniques from several of the pioneers of plastic surgery. She continues to supplement this foundation and she believes that learning is a lifelong process.

She strives to bring you the most up to date technology and procedures. She approaches all patients and their concerns with compassion, understanding, and a feminine touch.

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Education:

• Wellesley College 1996, Magna cum laude.
• University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine 2000.
• University of Alabama at Birmingham Residency in General Surgery 2000-2005
• Plastic Surgery Residency at Mayo Clinic 2005-2007

Dr. Gal is a highly trained, double-boarded, plastic surgeon, gifted with exceptional surgical skills, a keen aesthetic eye and meticulous attention to detail. Most importantly, she is a physician who cares deeply about her patients and is passionate about patient education, compassionate and personalized patient care.

She understands that there are different health and safety concerns that need to be taken into account with different individuals, making a point to take into account her patient’s health and safety first. Taking the time to listen to her patients allows her to understand their individual needs and goals leading to choosing those procedures that will meet their needs and surpass their expectations.

She grew up in south Florida where she completed the majority of her medical training prior to plastic surgery. She earned her MD degree from the University of South Florida College of Medicine in Tampa. Motivated by her love for surgery, she went on to train in general surgery at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach, ultimately becoming Board Certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Drawn by her artistic interests to plastic surgery, she continued her surgical training in this specialty at the renowned University of California in Davis Medical Center. Upon completion of her plastic surgery residency, she enhanced her skills further by undertaking an accredited aesthetic plastic surgery fellowship, one that focused on cosmetic procedures of the face, breast and body. Once she completed her fellowship training, she went on to attain her second board certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

"I was born in Israel and moved to the States with my parents when I was seven years old. My parents were following the “American dream” and always told me that I could achieve whatever I wanted as long as I worked hard for it. My journey led me to plastic surgery so I could make a difference is people’s lives by bringing out their inner beauty. Understanding my patient’s aesthetic goals allows me to help build their confidence and empower them to define their own success and become their best selves. So, cheers to your beauty journey!"

Dr. Gal loves the creative nature of her work that instills confidence and brings joy to her patients. She strives to provide natural-looking results. Taking the time to get to know each one of her patients, their concerns, the context within which they are seeking surgery, she can custom tailor results that meet or exceed her patients’ expectations ensuring they feel better about themselves after their procedure.