Meet the Team
Get to know us better as we get to know you better.
Advanced Foot and Ankle Center
Raymond A. DiPretoro Jr., DPM, FACFAS
Professional Background
- The Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science , B.S. 1985.
- Temple School of Podiatric Medicine, Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, (DPM) 1990 .
- Podiatric Surgical Residency, Riverside Hopital/Christiana Hospital, 1990-1991.
Credentials
- Board Certified —American Board of Podiatric Surgery.
- Fellow —American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.
Excellence in Wound Care
- Christiana Care Wound Care Center, Active staff member.
- Specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of complex wounds involving the foot and ankle.
Active in Our Community
- Chief of Podiatric Surgical Service — Christiana Care Health System, 2005-2013.
- Residency Director —Christiana Care Podiatric Surgical Residency, serving to educate young surgeons on the most advanced techniques in foot and ankle surgery. 2002-2005, 2014-present.
- President of the American Diabetes Association - 1997.
- Co-chair of “Diabetes in Delaware” a professional education seminar, 1997-2013.
- President of Delaware Podiatric Medical Association , 1994-2002, active member.
- Active speaker throughout Delaware on such topics as: Foot and Ankle Surgery; Complex Wound Care Management; Prevention of Diabetic Foot Complications; Work and Sports Injuries.
- "Top Docs" , voted Top Doc for Podiatry in the Delaware Today magazine, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 & 2020.
Advanced Foot and Ankle Center
Dr. Nikki Migliori, DPM, FACFAS
Dr. Nikki Migliori earned her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, PA. She completed a comprehensive three-year surgical residency at Main Line Health Hospital, a Level II trauma center, where she received extensive training in foot and ankle care.
During her residency, Dr. Migliori developed advanced skills in lower extremity reconstructive surgery, foot and ankle trauma management, diabetic limb salvage, wound care, and both forefoot and rearfoot elective procedures. She also completed additional coursework and hands-on training in arthroscopy and a variety of advanced surgical techniques.
Dr. Migliori has presented research at professional conferences and remains actively involved in the field as a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.
Advanced Foot and Ankle Center
Dr. Katherine A. Sydnor, DPM, FACFAS
Professional Activities/ Career Highlights
- Educational Faculty: Christiana Care Health System
- Member: American Podiatric Medical Association and Pennsylvania Podiatric Medical Society
- Member: American Diabetes Association (ADA) and American Public Health Association (APHA)
Credentials
- Board Certified: American Board of Podiatric Surgery
- Fellow: American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons
Certified in:
- Undergraduate: Villanova University, B.S., Biology
- Medical School: Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine- Doctor of Podiatric Medicine - DPM
- Residency: Podiatric Medicine & Surgery: Crozer-Keystone Health System (formerly, Metropolitan Hospital, Parkview Division)
Education
- Undergraduate: Cabrini College, BS in Business Administration
- Medical School: Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine- Doctor of Podiatric Medicine- DPM, Kent State University College Of Podiatric Medicine
- Residency: Podiatric Medicine & Surgery: Crozer-Keystone Health System (formerly, Metropolitan Hospital, Springfield Division)
- Fellowship: Foot & Ankle Surgery: Riverside Hospital, Wilmington, DE
Awards, Honors, Research and Publications
- Dr Sydnor has been given the Earl G. Kaplan Award for clinical excellence from the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons.
- She was a scholarship athlete at Villanova University where she participated for all 4 years on the women's track team.
- Dr Sydnor has written and published articles on Surgical Techniques, Sports Injuries, and Children's Foot Disorders.
- Attended the Goldfarb, 40th Annual Clinical Conference, November 9-11, 2012, Valley Forge, Pa.
About Myself
My background as a champion hurdler in both high school an college has given me a lifelong interest in athletics and team sports. We have an active family and enjoy the many team sports my children are involved in.
Advanced Foot and Ankle Center
Dr. Victor M. Nippert Jr., DPM, FACFAS
Professional Activities/ Career Highlights
- American Podiatric Medical Association member-1998-present
- Delaware Podiatric Medical Association member- 1988-present
- Director, Riverside Hospital Podiatric Center- 1988-1990
- Riverside Hospital courtesy staff 1989-1991 active staff 1991-1997
- Christiana Care affiliate staff 1992-present
- Podiatric Quality Assurance Board US Healthcare 1990-1997
- Credentials Committee, Riverside Hospital 1991-1997
- Head Physician, US Orienteering team 1991-1997
- Diplomat, American Board of Podiatric Surgery 1992-present, recertified in 2000 and 2010
- St. Francis Hospital affiliate staff 1992-2000, active staff 2000-2015
- Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery 1993-present
- Jennersville Regional Hospital affiliate staff 1995-2008
Credentials
- Board Certified: American Board of Podiatric Surgery
- Fellow: American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons
Education
- Undergraduate: SUNY/Cortland- BS, Cum Laude Graduate
- Medical School: Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine (Now Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine- TUSPM)- Doctor of Podiatric Medicine- DPM
- Residency: Podiatric Surgery, Riverside Hospital, (now Christiana Care Health System)
Awards, Honors, Research and Publications
- Dr Nippert was given the Sports Medicine Award upon graduation from podiatric medical school and has maintained that interest in fitness and sports medicine ever since.
- Since his college days in upstate New York Dr Nippert has enjoyed the sport of Orienteering. He has served on the Board of Directors of the Delaware Valley Orienteering Association and has served as a regional coach of US Orienteering Team.
Community
- Board of Trustees, Delaware Valley Orienteering Association 1990-1995
- Regional coach, US Orienteering Team 1988-1994
- Board of Directors, US Orienteering Federation 1991-1994
- Director of Olympic Committee Relations 1991-1995
- Adult Sunday School leader, Aldersgate UMC 1996-2000
- Board of Directors Darley Swim Club 1999-2013
- Middle School Sunday school leader 2000-2008
- President Darley Swim Club 2000-2005
- Youth soccer coach 1993,1995,2000, 2003, 2004
- Administrative Board, Aldersgate UMC 2005-2008
- Youth Lacrosse coach 2005-2012
About Myself
Active in recreational rock climbing, road cycling, mountain biking and kayaking. There are many outdoor activities that my wife, children, and I enjoy and are involved in. I have been a youth soccer and lacrosse coach and support several community swim programs.
Advanced Foot and Ankle Center
Dr. Jason T. Kline, DPM, FACFAS
Dr. Jason T. Kline is currently a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) and the Delaware Podiatric Medical Association (DPMA). Staff affiliations include Christiana Care Health System and St. Francis Hospital. Publications include several studies on the effectiveness of extracorporeal shock wave on recalcitrant heel pain. Special interests include trauma, forefoot/rearfoot reconstructive procedures, limb salvage, and ankle arthroscopy.
