Dr. Rajat Lahiri
DPM
Dr. Rajat Lahiri is a podiatric physician with Bay Area Foot Care providing comprehensive foot and ankle care, both conservative and surgical.
Languages Spoken: English, Bengali
- DPM, Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine
- Residency, Swedish Medical Center, Seattle
- ABFAS® Board Qualified Foot Surgery
- ABFAS® Board Qualified Foot Surgery and Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery (RRA)
Comprehensive foot and ankle care
Dr. Rajat Lahiri is a podiatric physician with Bay Area Foot Care.
He earned his Bachelor of Science in Bioengineering with honors from the University of Pittsburgh in 2019 before receiving his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine at Midwestern University in 2023, where he graduated with Pi Delta honors. Dr. Lahiri completed his residency at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle in 2026, one of the nation’s premier podiatric surgical training programs, where he received extensive training in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, trauma, and complex foot and ankle conditions.
Dr. Lahiri provides comprehensive foot and ankle care with expertise in both conservative and surgical treatment. His clinical interests include minimally invasive bunion surgery, reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, total ankle replacement, sports medicine, foot and ankle trauma, diabetic foot care, regenerative treatments, and pediatric foot conditions. Drawing on his engineering background, he approaches each case with a problem-solving mindset and develops individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s goals. He has developed particular expertise in minimally invasive bunion surgery and has been invited to lecture at both state and national conferences on this advanced surgical technique.
Originally from Seattle, Dr. Lahiri is excited to serve patients throughout the Bay Area. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his fiancée and family, football, soccer, traveling, discovering foods from around the world, and staying active. He is a devoted supporter of the U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team and was thrilled to attend matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Dr. Lahiri supports patients in English and Bengali.
Awards & Publications
Certifications
- ABFAS® Board Qualified Foot Surgery
- ABFAS® Board Qualified Foot Surgery and Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery (RRA)
Education
- University of Pittsburgh, B.S. Bioengineering (Honors), 2019
- Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine at Midwestern University, Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, 2023
- Swedish Medical Center, Seattle, Residency, 2026
Publications
- Lahiri RK, Dockery GD. “Restless Leg Syndrome.” Podiatry Management. Published February 2025.
- yahoo!shopping, Podiatrists say ditch your trendy sneakers — here’s what they actually wear for daily walks
- Women’s Wear Daily, Are Fall 2026’s Biggest Shoe Trends Bad for Your Feet?
- Good Housekeeping, Tabi Shoes Are Everywhere—Here’s What I Really Think
Research & Presentations
- “Surgical Pitfalls & Complications in Minimally Invasive Bunion Surgery.” International Foot & Ankle Foundation Seattle Seminar, June 2026.
- “Battle of the Bunions: Minimally Invasive Maximally Effective.” WSPMA Annual Conference, September 2025.
- “Minimally Invasive Approaches to Digital Deformities.” WSPMA Annual Conference, September 2025.
- “The Power of Correction of the Modified Reverdin-Green-Laird Bunionectomy.” Research in Progress, July 2025.
- “The Controversies of Minimally Invasive Bunionectomies.” International Foot & Ankle Foundation Seattle Seminar, June 2025.
- “Case Study: Spastic Equinus Contractures Arising from Haemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis.” Poster Presentation, American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons Scientific Conference, March 2025.
- “Outcomes of Calcanectomy as an Approach to Limb Salvage.” Poster Presentation, American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons Scientific Conference, March 2025.
- “Primary Repair of Achilles Tendon Ruptures.” WSPMA Annual Conference, May 2024.
- “Motor Planning in Reaching Behavior of Toddlers at Risk for Autism.” Swanson School of Engineering Fall Technical Symposium, December 2018.
Awards and Honors
- Pi Delta National Podiatry Honor Society
- Bako Medical Education Foundation Scholarship
- Midwestern University Academic Scholarship
- University of Pittsburgh Full Tuition Academic Merit Scholarship
Patient Testimonials
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