Ankle and Foot Clinic

The podiatry professionals at Ankle & Foot Clinic are pleased to welcome you to our Facebook page. We want all our patients to be informed decision makers and fully understand any health issues they face. That is why Dr. Schatz and Dr. Trombello have developed a web site and Facebook loaded with valuable information about podiatry and podiatric problems and treatments. We encourage you to visit these sites whenever you have concern about your feet.We know how hectic life can be and are committed to making our practice convenient and accessible. We want you to feel confident that when you choose The Ankle & Foot Clinic you are working with doctors and other professionals who are qualified, experienced and caring.

Dr. Schatz grew up in Michigan and received his Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology from Michigan State University. He worked as a Medical Technologist for a short time before returning to school to pursue his Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine in Chicago, IL. He then completed a podiatric surgical residency at Holladay Park Medical Center in Portland, OR. He came to Longview Washington in July 1992 and took over a part-time podiatric practice from a retiring physician. Consequently in September 1995 Dr. Schatz moved from the small 3-room office on Hudson Street to our current location on Broadway with 8 treatment rooms.

In July 1999 Dr. Karla Trombello joined the Ankle and Foot Clinic. Dr. Trombello received her undergraduate education at Oregon State University in Corvallis, OR in 1993, and her podiatric degree from the California College of Podiatric Medicine in San Francisco, CA in 1997. She completed her internship and residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, TX in 1997-1999. She is a member of the American Diabetes Association, the Washington State Podiatric Medical Association, and the American Podiatric Medical Association. She is board qualified in foot surgery and board certified with the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.

Both doctors have active staff privileges at St. John Medical Center and Pacific Surgical Institute here in Longview, WA. Dr. Schatz and Dr. Trombello treat foot and ankle disorders using conservative and surgical measures when appropriate. Treatment ranges from correcting ingrown nails and dermatological problems to reconstructive surgery for deformities and trauma.