Nathalia Esmeral, DPM

Michael Zuri, DPM, is a board-certified physician specializing in sports injuries, endoscopic plantar fasciotomies for heel pain, diabetic foot care, and bunion and hammertoe correction. He earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Florida in Gainesville and his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine degree from Barry University in Miami, where he graduated as the class salutatorian. Dr. Zuri subsequently completed an intensive three-year surgical training program at Westside Regional Medical Center in Plantation, Fla. Following residency, Dr. Zuri joined the long-standing Tampa practice All Podiatry Group as a partner. Dr. Zuri then expanded the reach of his care across the Tampa and Orlando Areas by co-founding Modern Foot & Ankle.

Patrick Derby, DPM, is a podiatric surgeon with an interest in reconstructive surgery, wound care, diabetic limb salvage, and minimally-invasive bunion correction. Dr. Derby earned his bachelor's degree from the University of North Florida in Jacksonville followed by his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine degree from the California School of Podiatric Medicine in Oakland, California. He then completed a surgical residency at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital in Clinton Township, Michigan, where he served as chief resident for two years. During his postgraduate training, Dr. Derby gained significant experience performing minimally-invasive procedures and reconstructive forefoot and rearfoot surgeries.

Steven Baker, DPM, is a board-certified, non-surgical podiatrist who's been practicing in the Tampa Area since 1981. His extensive experience in podiatric healthcare includes orthotic management, routine foot care, and sports injuries of the lower extremity. Dr. Baker graduated from Fairleigh Dickinson University in Teaneck, N.J., and the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City; he completed his surgical residency at St. Mary's Hospital in Philadelphia. Through Modern Foot & Ankle Dr. Baker is equipped with the latest in medical innovations. He continues to expand his knowledge of conservative therapies, providing high-quality care to his valued patient base.