Dr. Michelle Hurless, DPM, Watsonville, CA

About Dr. Michelle Hurless

Dr. Michelle Hurless is a board-certified podiatrist and an ABFAS board-qualified foot and ankle surgeon from a small farming community in Northwest Ohio. She was born and raised in Ohio, attended Ohio’s University of Cincinnati for undergrad and Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine for podiatry school. Moving to California has been a dream of hers and has now been made possible with the help of her friends, Drs. Joe and Kristen Albright. Dr. Hurless began a career in medicine due to her love of serving others and doing mission work. She completed her residency through the Hunt Regional Medical Center in Greenville, TX, in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery with a credential in Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery. She was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to volunteer through residency, and now she volunteers each year in San Miguel de Allende with the Texas Podiatric Medical Foundation. She has extensive training and experience in all aspects of foot and ankle pathology – both conservatively and surgically – including limb salvage, trauma, and reconstructive techniques. She has a special interest in minimally invasive surgery, flatfoot reconstruction, and sports medicine. Dr. Hurless prides herself on taking a holistic approach with patients and taking the time to listen to every detail of their concerns. She enjoys working with patients on their goals and lifestyles, then tailoring their treatment plans to specifically match their needs and beliefs. Outside of being a physician, Dr. Hurless loves to spend time with her husband, their two children, and their labrador. This time is often spent traveling to explore new areas, which they are very excited to do with their move to California. She also enjoys hiking, yoga, nutrition, and having genuine conversations.

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Areas of expertise

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Chronic skin ulcer

Acute skin infection

Chronic skin ulcer

Acute skin infection

Office locations

Bay Area Foot Care (1 of 2)

1055 S Green Valley Road, Watsonville, CA 95076

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Bay Area Foot Care (2 of 2)

9029 Soquel Ave, Ste D, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

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Education and background

Practice names

Bay Area Foot Care

Board certifications

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

Education and training

Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine, Doctor of Podiatric Medicine
University of Cincinnati (Bachelor's)
Hunt Regional Medical Center (Residency)

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1851828594

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What practice does Dr. Michelle Hurless work with?

Dr. Michelle Hurless works with Bay Area Foot Care.

Where is Dr. Michelle Hurless's office located?

Dr. Michelle Hurless has 2 office locations, including in Watsonville and Santa Cruz, view full addresses on Dr. Hurless's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Michelle Hurless have?

Dr. Michelle Hurless is certified by American Board of Podiatric Medicine and Reconstructive Rearfoot / Ankle Surgery (American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Michelle Hurless?

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