Meet Dr. Michelle Vi Nguyen, DPM
“One special aspect of podiatry is the close relationships you can build with your patients. Really getting to know my patients and working closely on tackling their podiatric needs together is one of the most rewarding experiences. I practice a team approach to medicine to uphold the highest standard of care."
- University
The University of Texas, Hook Em' Horns \m/
- Podiatric Medical School
California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University
- Residency
St. Mary's Medical Center, San Francisco
- Board Certification
American Board of Podiatric Medicine
- Where I call home
Friendswood, TX
- Outside of work I am
Spending time with family, hiking, enjoying live music
- Fun fact about me
I can't say no to Bluebell
- Favorite music to play in the OR
Reggaeton, 90s hits, Motown, disco
- Favorite thing to talk about in podiatry
Limb salvage, acute care
Dr. Nguyen is on staff at all of the major hospitals in Austin, including the St. David’s and Seton hospital systems, Dr. Nguyen is an active surgeon and podiatric hospital consultant.
Dr. Nguyen believes in a team approach for patient care. She utilizes not only her medical training but also extensive discussion with her patients regarding their history and goals to reach cohesive treatment plans. Dr. Nguyen is a firm believer in exhausting conservative measures but also employs surgical intervention when indicated. She has undergone individualized training with several renowned podiatric surgeons including Drs. Jack Schuberth and Lawrence Oloff. Dr. Nguyen enjoys treating a wide variety of podiatric pathologies and has special interest in elective forefoot procedures and limb salvage.
Originally from Houston, Dr. Nguyen is a proud Longhorn and is thrilled to be back in the Lone Star State! She is fluent in Vietnamese and is a foodie at heart. She enjoys cooking, watching culinary documentaries, and pursuing her personal goal of trying every ramen shop the world has to offer.
