Paul Ledesma, DPM
Paul Ledesma, DSM, is an experienced podiatrist serving patients at Ledesma Foot and Ankle in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Dr. Ledesma was raised in Southeast Georgia near Savannah and is the son of the late Dr. Ernesto Ledesma, a respected pediatrician. He received his undergraduate degree at Georgia Southern University in Statesboro and worked as a physical therapy technician for three years. While working as a physical therapy technician, he received special training as a certified aquatic therapist. After graduating cum laude from Georgia Southern University, Dr. Ledesma went on to earn his doctoral degree in podiatric medicine (DPM) as well as a master’s degree in biomedical sciences at Barry University School of Graduate Medical Sciences in Miami Shores, Florida.
He was then accepted to complete a three-year surgical residency at Harvard-affiliated Cambridge Hospital in Massachusetts. There, he obtained advanced surgical training in the areas of adult and pediatric flatfoot reconstruction, diabetic charcot and limb salvage, and external fixation. Following graduation, he began working in private practice outside Boston, focusing on sports medicine and related injuries.
Dr. Ledesma has served on the Consumer Education Committee for the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and worked closely with residents as an attending surgeon at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Worcester, Massachusetts. In November of 2009, Dr. Ledesma and his wife relocated to Arizona to be closer to family and escape the harsh New England winters. After working in the Scottsdale area since 2009, Dr. Ledesma has now opened Ledesma Foot and Ankle. Aside from bringing specialized training and interest in sports medicine and reconstructive surgery, Ledesma Foot and Ankle’s mission is to provide a truly customized treatment plan, quality patient consultation time, and greater physician accessibility.
In his spare time, Dr. Ledesma enjoys practicing Brazilian jiu-jitsu, playing golf, fly fishing, scuba diving, tennis, playing the guitar, and spending time with his wife and two children.
Scott Shindler, DPM
Board-certified podiatrist Scott Shindler, DPM, provides expert care to patients out of Ledesma Foot and Ankle in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Shindler grew up in southeastern South Dakota and was inspired by his father, Dr. Edward Shindler, a practicing podiatrist, to study podiatry. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Iowa in Iowa City and earned his doctoral degree in podiatric medicine (DPM) at William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in North Chicago, Illinois.
After graduating, Dr. Shindler completed his surgical residency at St. Francis Hospital in Waterloo, Iowa. Following graduation, he practiced with his father in South Dakota and eventually purchased the practice. He has served as the PPAC Chairman for the State of South Dakota Podiatric Association and has been a delegate to the Podiatric National House of Delegates for many years. Throughout his career, Dr. Shindler has been published in several leading podiatric publications regarding advanced foot and ankle treatment options. In 2017, Dr. Shindler began a new chapter by relocating to Arizona to be closer to his family and play more golf. He brings over 30 years of experience to the practice and enjoys providing the utmost quality in patient care.
He is excited to join Dr. Ledesma in the vision of advanced treatment for the foot and ankle. During his spare time, Dr. Shindler enjoys staying active with his family, running, and playing golf.