Dr. Melissa Lipari, DPM, Fair Oaks, CA | Podiatrist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

4.90

Bedside manner

5.00

“Exceptional care! She was compassionate and efficient. Took care of my ingrown nail super fast. I would absolutely go back, and would recommend her to anyone, all ages and genders. ”

Initials hiddenDecember 9, 2025

“Excellent experience, no complaints. I will make sure to return for any future podiatry appointments.”

John H.April 15, 2025

About Dr. Melissa Lipari

Dr. Melissa Lipari is a podiatrist with Premier Podiatry and Orthopedics. Dr. Lipari attended Sonoma State University for her undergraduate degree. She then went on to the California School of Podiatric Medicine for her Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine. After getting her doctorate, Dr. Lipari completed her residency through Legacy Health, and then completed her fellowship at the University of Louisville Reconstructive Foot/Ankle and Limb Salvage Fellowship Program. Dr. Lipari believes that every patient deserves personalized, compassionate treatment tailored to their unique needs. Her goal is to provide expert foot and ankle care, ensuring patients feel supported, informed, and confident in their treatment journey. In doing this, she remains committed to staying current with medical advancements and the latest research. In addition to serving her local community, she is passionate about international medicine. She practices annually with The International Extremity Project, performing deformity correction in underdeveloped regions like Vietnam, Namibia, and Angola. Today, Dr. Lipari specializes in all aspects of foot and ankle care but holds a deep passion for surgical techniques including but not limited to Bunion surgery, Lapiplasty, Charcot Reconstruction, Clubfoot reconstruction, arthroscopy, foot and ankle revision surgery, rearfoot reconstruction, and total ankle replacement (TAR). She also treats diabetic patients for wounds as well as for prevention. When not treating patients, Dr. Lipari likes to spend time on outdoor adventures. Rock climbing has been a lifelong passion for her. She competed on a team from ages 10 to 18 and now trains in the gym during the week to prepare for outdoor climbs. With her family living in Lake Tahoe, she always cherishes the time she gets to spend with them amidst the beauty of the mountains.

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Popular visit reasons

Ankle Fracture

Clubfoot

Foot Consultation

Foot Injuries

Podiatric Care

Sports Injury

Surgery Consultation

X-ray

Ankle Fracture

Clubfoot

Foot Consultation

Foot Injuries

Office location

Premier Podiatry & Orthopedics

6600 Mercy Ct 260, Ste 290, Fair Oaks, CA 95628

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Education and background

Practice names

Premier Podiatry & Orthopedics

Hospital affiliations

Mercy San Juan Medical Center
Mercy Hospital of Folsom
Sutter Roseville Medical Center

Board certifications

American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
Foot Surgery (American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Reconstructive Rearfoot / Ankle Surgery (American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery)

Education and training

California School of Podiatric Medicine, Doctor of of Podiatric Medicine
Legacy Health (Residency)
University of Louisville (Fellowship)

Awards and publications

Case Report: Donor Site Complication of Severe Valgus Ankle Deformity in an Adult with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Following Free Vascularized Fibular Grafting, July 2023

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1518523489

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

5.00

Wait time

4.90

Bedside manner

5.00

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16 reviews

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Excellent experience, no complaints. I will make sure to return for any future podiatry appointments.

April 15, 2025John H.Verified patient

Excellent care ; diagnosed the issue quickly and provided a clear care plan.

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Exceptional care! She was compassionate and efficient. Took care of my ingrown nail super fast. I would absolutely go back, and would recommend her to anyone, all ages and genders.

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Frequently asked questions

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Which hospital is Dr. Melissa Lipari affiliated with?

Dr. Melissa Lipari is affiliated with Mercy San Juan Medical Center, Mercy Hospital of Folsom, and Sutter Roseville Medical Center.

What practice does Dr. Melissa Lipari work with?

Dr. Melissa Lipari works with Premier Podiatry & Orthopedics.

Where is Dr. Melissa Lipari's office located?

Dr. Melissa Lipari's office is located at 6600 Mercy Ct 260, Fair Oaks, CA 95628.

Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Lipari have?

Dr. Melissa Lipari is certified by American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Foot Surgery (American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery), and Reconstructive Rearfoot / Ankle Surgery (American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Melissa Lipari?

Dr. Melissa Lipari frequently sees patients for Foot Consultation, Podiatric Care, Sports Injury, Surgery Consultation, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Melissa Lipari on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Melissa Lipari speak?

Dr. Melissa Lipari speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Melissa Lipari in reviews?

16 patients have reviewed Dr. Melissa Lipari. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.9/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.