Dr. Denise M. Dorner
- Education
College of Podiatric Medicine & Surgery
- Residency
UAMC-Albuquerque NM, College of Podiatric Medicine and
Surgery
Univ. of Osteoopathic Medicine and Health Sciences
- Hospital/Surgical Affilitations
San Juan Regional Medical Center Farmington, NM
Four Corners Surgery Center
Get to Know your Doctor thru these Q &
A's:
Q: Why did you become a podiatist?
A: I have always been very active and in college I
ran track and developed some foot problems. I went to see a
podiatrist who solved my problems and got me running
again and that was how I was introduced to podiatry. I
saw first hand how much a foot problem can affect your quality of
life and keep you from the activities you love the most. I
really felt I wanted to help others who were experiencing the the
same thing.
Q: How does your experience contribute to your
patient's care?
A: As an older and prevously injuried
athlete, I understand the emotional impact of injuries. My
goal is to try to return my patients to whatever their activity
is. However, I have realized that sometimes this may
require cross training or changing the amount of their
activity they get to participate in. I believe the body with
heal with the proper care and patience.