Dr. Shepherd-Smith was born and raised in West Virginia where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science from Bethany College, WV. During those years she found her love for foot and ankle surgery and then attended Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine. After graduating with her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree, she did her three-year surgical residency at Heritage Valley Health System - Beaver, a suburb of Pittsburgh, PA.  Her residency was followed by a one year orthoplastic reconstructive fellowship in the San Fernando Valley, CA. Dr. Shepherd is a fellowship trained foot and ankle surgeon who is well rounded in forefoot, rearfoot, and ankle surgeries with diversity including diabetic limb salvage/reconstruction, sports medicine, and trauma. She has been affiliated with hospital’s wound care centers and orthopedic practice. As a former college athlete, and sports fanatic, she has a special interest in orthopedic sports medicine with dedication to getting her patients back to their goals in life. She has publications in scientific journals and presented at national conferences. She continues to dedicate time towards research and education, allowing her to offer the most up to date and innovative podiatric practices there are to offer.

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