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Dr. Brian D. Lepow

Education

Education: The University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ (1998-2002).

Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine – D.P.M., N. Miami Beach, FL (2002-2007).

Externships: 

Northlake Medical Center, Tucker, GA (June 2006). 

Thorek Hospital and Medical Center, Chicago, IL (July 2006). 

Phoenix VA, Phoenix, Arizona (September 2006). 

John Peter Smith Hospital, Ft. Worth, TX (October 2006).

Houston Podiatric Foundation, Houston, TX (November 2006).

POSTGRADUATE TRAINING:

Fellow – Diabetic Limb Salvage and Reconstructive Surgery, The University of Arizona/University Medical Center, Tucson, Arizona (2010-2011). 


Chief Resident – Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, The Mount Sinai Hospital, New York, NY (2009-2010).


Resident – Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, The Mount Sinai Hospital, New York, NY (2007-2010).

Academic Appointments/Positions: 

Chief of Podiatry and Director of Clinical Operations, HOPE Vascular and Podiatry, Houston, Texas (2023 – Current).

Assistant Professor, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, Houston, Texas (2017 – 2023).

Adjunctive Clinical Faculty, Kent State University, Independence, OH (2015-Current).
Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, University of Texas School of Medicine, Houston, Texas (2014 – Current).

Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine, University of Texas School of Medicine, Houston, Texas (2012 – Current).

Clinical Instructor, The University of Arizona College of Medicine, Tucson, Arizona (2010 – 2011).

Honors and Awards: 

Houston’s Top Doctor – Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, Houstonia Magazine (2023, 2021, 2020).

Top Abstract, Symposium on the Advancement of Wound Care, Fall (2020).
Top Abstract/Oral Podium Presentation, SAWC Spring (2020).

Wright Medical Technologies Educational/Research Grant (2011).

Synthes Educational/Research Grant (2009).

APMSA Presidents Award, Outstanding Service Award, Podiatric Merit Scholarship, Dean’s Scholarship Award, APMA Educational Foundation Scholarship (2007).

Professional License: 

Texas State Board of Podiatric Medicine (2010 – Current).

Board Certification:

Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ) in Amputation Prevention (2016-Current). 

Board Certified, American Board of Podiatric Medicine (2015-Current).

Professional Organizations: 

Treasurer and Founding Member – American Limb Preservation Society (ALPS) (2020 – Current). 

Member, Board of Directors, American Board of Podiatric Medicine (2020 – Current).
Member, American Board of Podiatric Medicine (2015 – Current).

Exam Writer Committee Member, American Board of Podiatric Medicine (2015 – Current).

Hospital Affilliations

Memorial Hermann Hospital.

Baylor/CHI St. Luke’s Health.

The Methodist Hospital.

St. Joseph Medical Center.

Experience:

Dr. Lepow is a highly experienced Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) with an extensive background in podiatric surgery and medicine. He has held key positions, such as Chief of Podiatry and Director of Clinical Operations at HOPE Vascular and Podiatry in Houston, Texas. Additionally, Dr. Lepow has served as an Assistant Professor at the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, demonstrating his commitment to medical education and clinical expertise. His diverse roles in academia, clinical practice, and leadership underscore his dedication to advancing podiatric patient care. 

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