The brief descriptions below are designed to familiarize you with our staff's training, professional credentials and work experience.

Scott D. Smith, DPM

A Strong Education Foundation
"I grew up in the Monterey Peninsula, playing baseball and attending Carmel High School, and I wanted to be a doctor since I was a kid. Seeing my father help others led me to my decision to become a podiatrist. Looking back, I know I followed the right path and this is what I was meant to do"

DPM: California College of Podiatric Medicine, San Francisco, CA
Surgical Residency: Pacific Hospital of Long Beach PSR-12, Long Beach, CA;
HealthSouth Green River Surgical Residency PSR-24, Seattle, WA
Board Certified: American Board of Podiatric Surgery

Always the Student
"I want my patients to receive the latest treatments, and that's why, in addition to my podiatric medical school training, I have completed extensive postgraduate training in laser surgery, endoscopy and advanced trauma care. I am board-eligible in foot and ankle reconstructive surgery and trained to provide the latest shockwave nonsurgical care for chronic heel pain."

Specialized Course Training: Microneurovascular and Operative Endoscopy Institute, Arthroscopic Surgery of the Foot and Ankle, Rearfoot Reconstructive Skills Course

Hospital Affiliations: Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula, Caramel, CA; Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Salinas, CA; Natividad Medical center, Salinas, CA; St. Mary's Hospital, San Francisco, CA

Respected by his Peers
"I'm grateful for what the podiatry community has given me, and I am happy to return the favor whenever I can. My memberships help me keep in touch with my peers in the field and share our surgical experiences with each other."

Member: American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine; American Podiatric Medical Association; American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons; Advisory Board, Community Hospital, Outpatient Diabetic Education Program

Interests / Activities: Stand-up comedy and spending time with his family

Alan H. Smith, DPM

A Solid Education for Optimum Care
"My lifelong dedication to the medical profession, years of academic study and over 30 years of surgical practice have provided me with the necessary tools to deliver the absolute finest foot and ankle care available."

DPM: California College of Podiatric Medicine, San Francisco, CA
Honors: American Podiatry Association Fellowship; George B. Reese Award for Outstanding First-Year Resident, California Podiatry Hospital; Magna Cum Laude, Class Salutatorian, California College of Podiatric Medicine

Continuing Education: Requirements met or exceeded annually

Qualifications Hospitals Trust
"Aside from being a diplomat of the American Board of Podiatric Surgery, the hospitals I work with trust my family-oriented approach to foot and ankle problems. I've served the health community for more than 30 years, and I'm proud to be able to use my experience to help those in need."

Board-Certified: American Board of Podiatric Surgery
Fellow: American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
Hospital Affiliations: Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula, Carmel, CA; Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Salinas, CA; Natividad Medical Center, Salinas, CA; St. Mary's Hospital, San Francisco, CA

An Active Healthcare Professional
"Professional memberships are another way I keep current on new developments in my field. And more importantly, my membership standings are ways my patients can be assured that I'm providing them with a level of care they can feel good about."

Member: American Podiatric Medical Association; Advisory Board, Community Hospital, Outpatient Diabetic Education Program

Interests / Activities: Enjoys motorcycling and spending time with his family

 

 

TIA HENNESSY, NAIL TECHNICIAN

Tia is a licensed nail technician. She grew up in Carmel and has worked for Smith Foot & AnkleCenter for 5 years.

 

 

 

MELISSA PUGLIESE, RMA OFFICE MANAGER/SURGERY SCHEDULER
Melissa grew up in the Central Valley of CA and graduated from Manteca High School. She then
graduated from Central Coast College in Salinas with Honors-Diploma in Medical Assisting. Melissa is a Registerd Medical Assistant with the State of CA and has worked for Smith Foot & Ankle Center for 2 years. In her free time she enjoys relaxing with family.