Dr. Michelle Hurless

A holistic approach to foot and ankle care

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.