Dr. Monte Schmalhaus
DPM, AACFAS
Dr. Monte Schmalhaus is a highly trained surgeon who provides advanced patient-focused foot and ankle care with an emphasis on evidence-based treatment.
Languages Spoken: English
- DPM, Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine
- Residency, Kaiser SF Bay Area Foot & Ankle
- Board Certified Podiatrist (ABPM)
Advanced patient-focused foot and ankle care
Dr. Schmalhaus was born in San Ramon, CA, and grew up in Colorado and Utah. He graduated with Honors from Utah Valley University with a Bachelor's of Science in Exercise Science. He was an Academic All-American and Captain of the Division I Wrestling team. His desire to help others achieve a healthy lifestyle led him to pursue post-graduate studies in Podiatric Medicine.
Dr. Schmalhaus earned his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University in Chicago. He graduated with Honors and was a member of the Pi Delta National Honor Society. He successfully accomplished an intensive surgical residency program at Kaiser San Francisco Bay Area Foot & Ankle. Serving as the Chief Resident, he received comprehensive training in foot and ankle reconstructive surgery guided by exceptionally qualified leaders in the field.
Dr. Schmalhaus specializes in many surgical procedures such as Total Ankle Replacement surgery, minimally invasive procedures, flat foot reconstruction, high arch reconstruction, ligament repair, and Charcot reconstruction. He also has extensive experience in injuries, including foot and ankle fractures, Achilles tendon injuries, and cartilage injuries. Dr. Schmalhaus also specializes in ankle arthroscopy, arthritis care, bunions, hammertoes, diabetic limb salvage, sports medicine, heel pain, tendon ruptures, and wound and infection care.
Dr. Schmalhaus' goal is to make patient-specific, research-based treatment plans. While possessing advanced expertise in surgical treatments, he advocates for comprehensive patient care and emphasizes the importance of providing conservative care when deemed appropriate.
Outside of medicine, he enjoys spending time with his wife and dog, hiking, playing golf, snowboarding, and trying new restaurants.
Awards & Publications
Certifications
Board Certified Podiatrist (ABPM)
Education & Training
- Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Utah Valley University in Orem, UT.
- Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science.
- Surgical residency program at Kaiser San Francisco Bay Area Foot & Ankle, serving as Chief Resident.
- International Foot and Ankle Foundation Ankle Arthroscopy Surgical Course, 2021.
Hospital Affiliations
Kaiser San Francisco Bay Area Foot & Ankle (surgical residency program; also referenced as the site of resident lectures in Oakland, CA).
Publications
- Schmalhaus, M., Castellucci-Garza, F., Doyle, M., Weintraub, M. Incidence of Ankle Valgus after Indirect Repair of the Deltoid Ligament with Open Reduction Internal Fixation in Unstable Ankle Fractures. Research in Process.
- Creer A, Bohne M, Sawyer R, Garner A, Schmalhaus M, Allphin N, & Slack J. Effect of Initial Training Phase on Body Composition, Strength, and Power Characteristics of Collegiate Wrestlers. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 46(5), 57-58, 2014.
- Published in Clinics of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery.
Research & Lectures
- Schmalhaus, M. J., Mitchell, L. H., & Dickinson, J. D. (2022). Patient Specific Implant for Treatment of Large Osteochondral Shoulder Lesions of the Talus. 80th Annual American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons Scientific Conference Poster Presentation, Austin, TX.
- Ishibashi, M. A., Schmalhaus, M. J., & Williams, M. L. (2021). An Unusual Case of Pediatric Ankle Pain: Trevor's Disease. 79th Annual American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons Scientific Conference Poster Presentation, Las Vegas, NV.
- Kaiser San Francisco Bay Area Surgery Resident lecture: General Orthopedic Trauma and Emergencies. Oakland, CA, 2022.
- Alameda Contra Costa Podiatric Medical Association: Prosthetic Joint Infection in Total Ankle Replacement. Oakland, CA, 2021.
Professional Memberships
- American College Foot and Ankle Surgeons.
- American Podiatric Medical Association.
- American Society of Podiatric Surgeons.
- Alameda Contra Costa Podiatric Medical Association.
Patient Testimonials
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