Dr. Zhiqi (Yuki) Chen is a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon recognized by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery in both forefoot and rearfoot/reconstructive ankle surgery. She currently practices as a Foot and Ankle Surgery Physician in Las Vegas, Nevada, where she provides comprehensive surgical care including forefoot and rearfoot reconstructions and trauma surgeries.

Dr. Chen earned her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree in 2019 from the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, where she graduated as a Pi Delta Honor Graduate.

She continued her training at Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center, where she completed her Foot and Ankle Surgery residency from 2019 to 2022, serving as Chief Resident in her final year. During residency, she assisted in more than 1,000 surgical cases and gained advanced experience in foot and ankle trauma, complex reconstruction, and total ankle replacement.

Dr. Chen’s research has focused on surgical outcomes and diabetic wound care. As primary author, she investigated the role of lateral soft tissue release in bunion correction procedures, as well as the impact of establishing a podiatry wound care clinic on reducing emergency department visits and complications for diabetic foot ulcer patients. Her work was presented at multiple conferences and forums.

Throughout her training, Dr. Chen earned multiple academic awards, including scholarships from the Dr. Scholl Foundation, Darco International, Inc., and the APMA Educational Foundation. She is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and an active member of the Guangdong Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society.

Fluent in both Mandarin and Cantonese, Dr. Chen brings an international perspective and cultural sensitivity to her clinical practice, complementing her technical expertise and dedication to patient-centered care.