Residents
PGY-3
Kayli Hurst, DPM
Hometown: Savannah, TN
Undergraduate: University of Tennessee at Knoxville
Podiatry School: Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery
Dr. Hurst was very fortunate to be exposed to medicine at a young age. During high school, she spent her free time helping out in her father’s podiatric private practice. She loved getting to know patients and experiencing first hand how much of a positive impact podiatry can make in someone's life.
After graduating high school, Dr. Hurst pursued a pre-medical track at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, TN, in hopes of applying to medical school or podiatry school. During her first month at college, she was able to enroll in a class that explored different medical specialties, allowing students to interact with physicians from all backgrounds in the Knoxville area. Through this experience and continued shadowing in podiatry, she easily realized that podiatry was the right choice for her. She was drawn to the hands-on nature of the profession, specialty surgical training, and the close relationships developed with patients.
Dr. Hurst then went on to attend Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery where she graduated in the top ten of her class with a doctorate of podiatric medicine and master of science in anatomy in 2021.
Dr. Hurst is excited to be completing her surgical residency training at Ascension St. Vincent. As a student, she immediately felt at home during her rotation at St. Vincent. She enjoyed the close-knit relationships between residents, the motivational learning atmosphere, and how enthusiastic each attending was to train residents and students. She is thrilled to have the opportunity to train alongside one of the best teams of podiatric physicians the specialty has to offer.
In her free time, Dr. Hurst enjoys spending time with her husband and dog, Maya, visiting family and friends in Tennessee, going out on the lake, and watching college football.
Ryan "RJ" Larsen, DPM
Hometown: Centerville, Utah
Undergraduate: Utah State University
Podiatry School: Des Moines University
Dr. Larsen earned a BS at Utah State University before attending the College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery at Des Moines University where he earned his Doctorate degree.
Dr. Larsen grew up the second of four siblings in northern Utah. He made high school honor roll because honor roll students received free ski passes to Park City. He met and married his Wife Adriana in 2015. They have a boy named Everett born in 2020. They enjoy swimming and camping as a family.
Dr. Larsen has worked in a variety of medical fields before entering Podiatric Medical School, including family medicine and cardiology. His interests in podiatry include sports medicine, biomechanics, and limb salvage. He is excited to continue his education at Ascension St. Vincent with attendings and co-residents who are passionate about improving community health, one foot at a time!
Robert "Brennon" Middleton, DPM
Undergraduate: University of Louisville
Podiatry School: Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
Dr. Middleton encountered podiatry early in his life as he was born with a clubfoot. Podiatrists helped him participate in normal activities with supportive shoe gear and orthotics.
After exploring different careers in medicine he landed on podiatry because he was drawn to the instant relief he saw from patients in office.
Dr. Middleton attended the University of Louisville in Louisville, and earned a bachelors degree in exercise science. He then earned a doctorate from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, PA
Dr. Middleton feels at home with Ascension St. Vincent because the culture matches his personality. He is eager to learn over the next 3 years and feels confident he will receive outstanding training.
For fun he enjoys fishing, golf, cooking, and listening to music. He enjoys time with his wife, family, and friends.
Blake Wallace, DPM
Hometown: Atascadero, CA
Undergraduate: California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo, CA
Podiatry School: California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University in Oakland, CA
Dr. Blake Wallace found his passion for podiatry after undergrad while working as a medical assistant for a podiatrist in Cason City, NV. At the age of 10 he was diagnosed with a fractured tibial sesamoid in his right foot, but was never fully treated for the pain. It wasn’t until he worked for the podiatrist where he was fitted with custom orthotics and finally found pain relief. He was also drawn to the surgical side of podiatry. Being a podiatric physician gives one the opportunity to offer both simple biomechanics treatments as well as surgical reconstruction to treat pathology.
After undergrad, Dr. Wallace fulfilled a lifelong dream of his to live in the mountains to be a skier and outdoorsman. It was while living in South Lake Tahoe, CA that he was introduced to the field of podiatry, fell in love with the profession, and decided to attend podiatric medical school. He went on to attend California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University in Oakland, CA. While at medical school he was active in club leadership, served on the class board, and graduated Valedictorian.
Ascension St Vincent is the perfect program for Dr. Wallace, and he couldn’t be more excited to spend 3 years of his surgical residency training here. The culture of the program and training it provides drew Dr. Wallace to the program. The attending physicians and residents of the program are always warm and welcoming to all, and have a passion for learning and teaching. The patient care is always filled with caring and compassion, felt by all. He is excited to master how to treat and manage foot pathology, from diabetic limb salvage to complex reconstructive surgery.
In his free time, Dr. Wallace enjoys spending time with his significant other, Dr. Rachel Martin, hosting guests in their new home and exploring Indianapolis. They enjoy kayaking, hiking, playing board games, going to the gym, and enjoying local eateries and breweries. Dr. Wallace is excited for his time in Indianapolis and Ascension St. Vincent, and looks forward to caring for patients and furthering his medical education.
PGY-2
Eric Deig, DPM
Hometown: Evansville, IN
Undergraduate: Indiana University, Bloomington, IN
Podiatry School: Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, North Chicago, IL
Dr. Deig completed his undergraduate studies with a Bachelor of Science major in exercise science from Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana. He later attended podiatry school and graduated from Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, North Chicago, IL.
In his spare time, Dr. Deig enjoys spending time outdoors, hiking, exercising, and watching football.
Preeti Kumrah, DPM
Undergraduate: University of Central Florida
Masters: University of South Florida
Podiatry School: Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
Dr. Kumrah completed her undergraduate studies with a Bachelor of Science major in biomedical sciences, a minor in health sciences, and a certificate in leadership studies from the University of Central Florida in Orlando, FL. She later received her master's in medical sciences from the University of South Florida and graduated from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, PA.
In her spare time, Dr. Kumrah enjoys cooking, baking, hosting dinner parties, working out, and exploring cities for local coffee shops.
Niral Patel, DPM, MS
Hometown: Indianapolis, IN
Undergraduate: Indiana University
Medical School: Rosalind Franklin University - Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine
Dr. Patel was born and raised in Indianapolis, IN. He completed his undergraduate and graduate studies at Indiana University and Indiana University School of Medicine where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Master of Science in Medical Science, respectively. He also earned certificates in Public Health and Personal Training at this time. Dr. Patel then went on to earn his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from Rosalind Franklin University - Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago, IL.
His interests in podiatric medicine and surgery include reconstructive surgery, trauma, limb salvage, diabetology, and practice management. Dr. Patel is excited to be continuing his education and surgical training at Ascension St. Vincent. He enjoys the motivational atmosphere, knowledge & enthusiasm of each attending, and strong relationships between residents. Dr. Patel is thrilled to be training alongside nationally recognized surgeons.
In his free time, Dr. Patel enjoys spending time with family & friends, playing sports & exercising, traveling, studying investment portfolios, reading, and volunteering at his Temple.
Andrew Syndergaard, DPM
Undergraduate: Brigham Young University
Podiatry school: Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine
Dr. Syndergaard completed his undergraduate studies with a Bachelor of Science major in exercise science at Brigham Young University. He then worked in various positions in several hospitals until he decided to return to school to pursue a degree in medicine. He attended Montana State University in Bozeman, Montana where he received an MS degree in health science and was introduced to the world of podiatric medicine. After more investigation and time spent shadowing, he decided podiatry was the kind of medicine just for him. He then earned his doctoral degree from the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in North Chicago, Illinois. He is very excited and humbled to be a part of the Ascension St. Vincent podiatric residency, and the expansive variety of training that he will be receiving at this program.
Dr. Syndergaard enjoys spending most of his spare time with anything that involves getting outside. He particularly enjoys skiing, golfing, biking, hiking, fishing, camping, swimming, running, and traveling, but most of all, his favorite times are spent with his wife and 4 young children. He is also fluent in Spanish.
PGY-1
Amanda Hasty, DPM
Elyse Hoy, DPM
Hometown: Greenwood, IN
Undergraduate: Franklin College, Franklin, IN
Podiatry School: Dr. William M. Scholl College of Pediatric Medicine, North Chicago, IL
Dr. Hoy completed her undergraduate studies with a Bachelor of Arts in major in Biology from Franklin College in Franklin, Indiana. She also completed a Master’s in Biomedical Science at Marian University in Indianapolis before receiving her doctorate from the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in North Chicago, IL.
Dr. Hoy is a proud Hoosier who is excited to continue her medical training back at home in Indiana. In her spare time, she enjoys being out in nature, exercising, trying cool new restaurants, and watching IndyCar Racing.
Zachary Hulst, DPM
Ashlee Starr, DPM
Hometown: Phoenix, AZ
Undergraduate: Arizona State University
Podiatry School: Midwestern University- Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine
Dr. Starr completed her undergraduate studies with a Bachelor of Science major in Biological Sciences with an emphasis on cells, genetics, and developmental science and a minor in Sociology. She later attended podiatry school and graduated from Midwestern University’s Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine.
In her spare time, Dr. Starr enjoys hiking, pickleball, hosting friends, baking, and eating good food.