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Dr. Ryan Carter, DPM
Dr. Ryan Carter was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri. He was raised in a sports family, spending many hours on the practice fields, running on the track, or at professional sporting events. Despite his love for sports, he excelled in the classroom and always enjoyed anatomy and science. He attended the University of Missouri, Columbia where he received his bachelor’s degree in Biology. During his time in Columbia he played on the men’s lacrosse team and was captain during his senior year.
He then moved to Glendale, Arizona where he received his medical degree at Midwestern University Arizona School of Podiatric Medicine. While attending school, he was the President of the Midwestern University student chapter of the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine.
Dr. Carter then completed a three year surgical residency at Kaiser Permanente in Santa Clara, California. He received comprehensive training in all aspects of the foot and ankle, including forefoot and rearfoot reconstructive surgery, limb salvage, and traumatology. He served as chief resident during his final year of residency.
Upon completing residency, Dr. Carter received an additional year of training at the Silicon Valley Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Fellowship with Palo Alto Medical Foundation in Mountain View, California. During his time there he continued to train in sports medicine, arthroscopy, foot and ankle trauma, minimally invasive surgery, and total ankle replacement.
When not working he enjoys watching football and basketball as well as professional and international soccer. He also enjoys running and looks forward to spending time relaxing in the sun or with his 10 year old corgi Kobe.
Podiatrist Dr. Ryan Carter is available for consultation at our Downtown Los Angeles and Santa Monica offices.
every thing was above average.Teri K.- Everyone was excellent, they took care of my foot problem and explaind my issue thoroughly.Daniel J.
- Dr Carter is very kind, he makes sure you are well informed and understand what he’s saying. He’s very companionate. The office...Luke D.
- Dr. Ryan Carter is great! He previously treated me at the Santa Monica office, so I was thrilled to learn that he also treats p...Sergio D.
- The staff was very nice and Dr. Carter was greatIrene K.
- Good staff!Joakim J.
- Dr. Carter was great and so was his assistant Samantha, Thank you guys very muchMarkus H.
- all good..Dr Carter is a great doctor...keep up the great workJoseph G.
- Prompt service, great front office staff, excellent doctor care; felt taken care of.Kirstin M.
- Doctor Carter and staff are great!Alex A.
Dr. RYAN CARTER, DPM
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
University Foot and Ankle Institute
Santa Monica, CA
August 2017 – Present
UCLA Santa Monica Hospital
Santa Monica, CA
August 2017 – Present
Provisional privileges
Good Samaritan Hospital
Los Angeles, CA
February 2018 – Present
Provisional privileges
Providence St. John’s Health Center
Santa Monica, CA
March 2018 – Present
Provisional privileges
St. Vincent Medical Center
Los Angeles, CA
February 2018 – Present
Provisional privileges
MEDICAL TRAINING / EDUCATION
Silicon Valley Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Fellowship
Mountain View, CA
August 2016 – July 2017
Fellowship
- One year surgical fellowship with exposure to trauma, sports medicine, reconstruction, arthroscopy, and total ankle replacement.
- Active privileges with ED and hospital call at El Camino Hospital in Mountain View, CA.
- Fellow driven experience with hospital, clinical, surgical and post-operative patients.
Kaiser South Bay Consortium, PMSR/RRA
Santa Clara, CA
July 2013 – July 2016
Residency
- Three year foot and ankle surgical residency with comprehensive training in the clinical, medical, and surgical evaluation and management of leg, foot and ankle pathologies including traumatology
- Chief Resident 2015-2016
- Institutional Graduate Medical Education Committee
- Podiatric Representative
Midwestern University, Arizona School of Podiatric Medicine
Glendale, AZ
Doctor of Podiatric Medicine
August 2009 - June 2013
President, American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine
University of Missouri
Columbia, Missouri
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Team Captain, Men’s Lacrosse Team
ADDITIONAL TRAINING
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Arthrex West Coast Foot and Ankle Summit
August 2018 -
Wright Total Ankle Surgical Training
Salt Lake City, UT
April 2018 -
Stryker STAR Total Ankle Replacement Training,
Mountain View, CA
June 2017 -
Arthrex Surgical Podiatry Fellowship Forum
Naples, FL
April 2017 -
Fellowship Sonoma Fibulock Course
Las Vegas, NV
October 2016ACFAS -
Arthroscopy Course
Chicago, IL
August 2015 -
AAFAO Advanced Techniques in Skeletal Fixation of the Foot and Ankle
Memphis, TN
March 2015 -
AAFAO Comprehensive Course of Internal Fixation for Reconstructive Surgery and Trauma of the Foot and Ankle,
Memphis, TN
April 2014
PUBLICATIONS AND RESEARCH
- Surgical Treatment of Lisfranc Injury With Plantar Plate Approach
The Journal of Foot & Ankle Surgery, 57 (2018), 794-800 - Titanium Scaffolding: An Innovative Modality for Salvage of Failed First Ray Procedures
The Journal of Foot & Ankle Surgery, 57 (2018), 593-599 - Presentation at Western Foot and Ankle Conference (2017)
The Kaiser Permanente Research Symposium (2017) - Expert Insights On Treatment Options For Cystic Lesions of The Talus
Podiatry Today, Volume 31, Issue 1, January 2018 - Association Between Anterior Tibialis Tendon Rupture To Age, Sex, Weight, Medical Comorbidities, and Trends in Management IRB Approved,
Principal Investigator: Dung Bui, DPM
Kaiser Permanente, Santa Clara, CA - ACFAS Annual Scientific Conference Poster Exhibit
2016 - Outcomes of Hindfoot Arthrodesis Supplemented with Bioactive Glass: A Retrospective Radiographic Study
Principal Investigator: Glenn Weinraub, DPM
Kaiser Permanente, Santa Clara, CA - ACFAS Annual Scientific Conference Exhibit
2017 - Closed Rupture of Tibialis Anterior Tendon - A Report of 5 Case
ACFAS Annual Scientific Conference
2015
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
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California Board of Podiatric Medicine: Permanent License Active
- American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery Board Qualified Active
- Fluoroscopy License Active
- DEA License ActiveACLS/BLS Active
- Stryker STAR Total Ankle Replacement Certificate
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American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons Associate
VOLUNTEER WORK
- Kaiser Permanente Vietnam Project
Orthopedic Medical Mission
Da Nang, Vietnam
May 2015 - AAPSM Monthly Foot Screenings at Runners Den
Coordinator and participant
Phoenix, AZ
2010 - 2011 - Javelina Jundred Medical Tents
Co-coordinator and participant
Fountain Valley, AZ
2010 - 2011
PERSONAL INTERESTS AND HOBBIES
- Football
- Running
- Liverpool Football Club
- Photography
- Corgi Dogs!
Yelp Patient Reviews, in their own words...
The following five star Yelp review was posted by University Foot and Ankle patient, Laura:
My son had a recent surgery there and I cant say enough about the level of professionalism and client service. The Doctor (Dr. Carter) was incredibly knowledgeable, kind and his response time to questions was faster than any other Doctor we have dealt with. He was extremely kind and patient with my son who has a rare neurological disability which makes it difficult to communicate with him.
Dr. Carter was flawless and worked with my son to make him comfortable. Everyone in the office who I encountered was kind, professional and patient with my many questions. I highly recommend them. Five star service!
Click here to see Laura's review on Yelp.com.
Blog Articles by Dr. Ryan Carter, DPM
- Ankle Sprains: The Pain in Sprain Stays Mainly in the Brain
- Our Experts Explain What Happens (and What to Do) When You Sprain An Ankle
- 7 Foot and Ankle Tips to Help Prevent Youth Sports Related Injuries
- Why Diabetic Foot Exams Are Critically Important
- If You’re Suffering With Foot and Heel Pain, Don’t Ignore It.
- Feel Pain En Pointe? Hurts Terribly on Tippy Toes? Blame Os Trigonum Syndrome!
- Want a Successful Ankle Surgery Recovery? Don't Race Back to Training!
- 8 Top Treatments our Doctors Use to Fix Plantar Fasciitis
- The 11 Most Common Foot Lumps and Bumps Explained and What You Can Do About Them
- Flatfoot Reconstruction Is Best Option For Patients Of Any Age [New Study]
- Stay Strong and Able With These Advanced Chronic Ankle Instability Treatments
- Expert Insights On Treatment Options For Cystic Lesions Of The Talus
- What's Plantar Tendonitis and Why is it Still a "Medical Mystery"?
- The 4 Best Ways to Pamper Your Feet & Legs While Pregnant
- Beat the 6 Most Common Walking Pains
- What Hospitals Don’t Want You to Know about Healthcare Costs
- Walking for Exercise... Walk This Way to Better Health
- 6 Beach Bummers for Your Feet
- Spurs Point Guard Tony Parker Suffers Strained Achilles
- A Hole in the Sole: Foot Puncture Wound Treatment Hints
- Lakers Nick 'Swaggy P' Young Out With Peroneal Tendon Strain
- Toy Scooter Related Injuries: what you need to you know
- University Foot and Ankle Institute Sponsors Women's All American Tennis Championships
- UFAI Santa Barbara Walks to Cure Arthritis
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