Dr. Sahra Sellers
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Dr. Sahra Sellers is an ABFAS® Board Certified foot surgeon with a patient-centered practice style and a strong focus on patient education and preventive health.
Languages Spoken: English
- California School of Podiatric Medicine
- Foot and Ankle Surgical Residency, VA Palo Alto
- ABFAS® Board Certified in Foot Surgery
Patient-centered foot and ankle expertise
Dr. Sahra Sellers grew up just outside of Portland, Oregon. She attended the University of Oregon and graduated with honors in chemistry and mathematics. Although her initial career aspirations involved laboratory research, she missed the everyday interactions with people and decided to leave the lab for a career in medicine. Dr. Sellers continued her education at the California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt in Oakland, CA, where she spent four years specializing in the foot and ankle. She completed medical school with honors from the Pi Delta National Honor Society.
Dr. Sellers completed a three-year foot and ankle surgical residency at the Veterans Hospital in Palo Alto. The residency program involved hands-on training at Stanford Medical Center, Kaiser Medical Foundation, and various private offices and surgical centers around the Bay Area. During her training, she was able to participate in a medical mission trip to Vietnam with the International Extremity Project. There she assisted with more than 40 life-changing surgeries for the people of Can Tho. Her well-rounded training makes Dr. Sellers an expert in all areas of foot and ankle pathology including sports medicine and injuries, pedal dermatology, reconstruction foot surgery, and diabetic foot care.
Over the past 11 years Dr. Sellers has been working in the private practice setting in and around San Francisco. She has refined and perfected her medical craft with a strong focus on patient education. Dr. Sellers has a unique patient-centered practice style and focuses on preventive health. She prides herself on thorough and accurate diagnostics and excellent patient communication.
Dr. Sellers is a fan of clogs! That's right, many are surprised, but she advocates that the right clog can be very healthy for your feet! Dr. Sellers mentioned "I have been a big fan of clogs for decades. They are versatile and good for so many different foot types and ailments."
Dr. Sellers is well versed in all areas of foot and ankle health and welcomes all new and returning patients.
Awards & Publications
Certifications
ABFAS® Board Certified in Foot Surgery.
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Math from University of Oregon (Honors).
- Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt in Oakland, CA.
- Three-year foot and ankle surgical residency at the Veterans Hospital in Palo Alto, including training at Stanford Medical Center, Kaiser Medical Foundation, and various private offices and surgical centers around the Bay Area.
Hospital Affiliations
California Pacific Medical Center.
Honors
- Graduated with honors in chemistry and mathematics from the University of Oregon.
- Completed medical school with honors from the Pi Delta National Honor Society.
Medical Mission Work
During her residency training, Dr. Sellers was able to participate in a medical mission trip to Vietnam with the International Extremity Project. There she assisted with more than 40 life-changing surgeries for the people of Can Tho.
Media Appearances
Dr. Sellers was featured in an interview with BRYR studio discussing her advocacy for clogs as a footwear choice. The interview is available at: https://www.bryrstudio.com/blogs/meet-the-muse/meet-dr-sahra-sellers
Patient Testimonials
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