Shruti A. Patel, DPM, MS, DABPM, AACFAS

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Get to know Podiatrist Dr. Shruti Patel, who serves patients in Woodbridge, Virginia.

Dr. Patel is a fellowship-trained podiatrist treating all aspects of foot and ankle pathologies at Potomac Podiatry Group. She specializes in trauma and fractures of the lower extremity, adult and pediatric reconstructive surgery, ligament and tendon repair, and arthroscopic procedures of the foot and ankle. She believes in initially treating patients with a conservative approach unique to each patient’s individual goals, but will implement surgery when necessary to get patients back on their feet safely and in a timely manner.

Potomac Podiatry Group is composed of experienced and dedicated physicians who provide medical diagnosis and treatment of foot and ankle problems. Their experience in podiatry is combined with genuine concern for their patients. Their staff strives to help patients build a strong and healthy foundation by addressing any podiatric issues that may be keeping them from being their best self.

Throughout her academic career, Dr. Patel obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Biomathematics from Rutgers College, and her Master of Science degree in Health and Biopharmaceutical Economics from Lehigh University. She earned her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine where she received the Dr. Sidney Solid Award for accomplishments and service to the podiatry community, research, service to the college, excellent clinical skills and general excellence.

Subsequently, she had extensive training in foot and ankle trauma and reconstructive surgery from her residency at Jefferson Health, and served as Chief Resident in her final year of training. She then went on to complete a fellowship in foot and ankle surgery with Active Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Group, focusing on advanced techniques of sports medicine, ankle arthroscopy, and total joint and ankle replacements in addition to trauma and foot and ankle reconstruction procedures.

Passionate about her profession, the doctor is a Diplomate of the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (DABPM), which exists to offer podiatric physicians a comprehensive board qualification and certification process. She is also a member of several professional organizations, including the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, the American Podiatric Medical Association, and the Virginia Podiatric Medical Association.

In her professional experience, Dr. Patel maintains active privileges at the Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, and Lake Ridge Ambulatory Surgical Center. She is also actively involved in research in the field of foot and ankle surgery, having presented research at national meetings, and enjoys teaching and lecturing at all levels.

Podiatry is a branch of medicine devoted to the study, diagnosis, and medical and surgical treatment of a variety of disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower extremity. A podiatrist, also known as a podiatric physician or a foot and ankle surgeon, is a medical professional devoted to the treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower extremity. They can treat injuries and complications from ongoing health issues like diabetes.

In her free time, Dr. Patel enjoys spending time sailing with her husband, playing tennis, watching sports, and exploring the outdoors. As a United States Army spouse, she values the sacrifices made by service members and their families.

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